Matt Rogalsky

Matt Rogalsky is an Associate Professor at the Dan School of Drama and Music, part of Queen's University's Faculty of Arts and Science. He holds cross-appointments in the Department of Film and Media and the School of Graduate Studies' Cultural Studies program. His research focuses on late 20th-century electronic and experimental music, including reconstructions of works by composers like David Tudor and John Cage. He collaborates with Dr. Laura Cameron on SSHRC-funded projects exploring Canadian sound recordist William WH Gunn's legacy.

• Education: BA (Simon Fraser University), MA (Wesleyan University), PhD (City University London)

Rogalsky's work bridges composition, performance, and sound art, with recent projects including the surround-sound piece From The Pen and an installation based on Gunn's 1950s/60s birdsong recordings. He frequently presents at galleries and festivals globally, blending academic inquiry with creative practice.

His collaborations include interdisciplinary projects with the Agnes Etherington Art Centre, merging sound art with historical documentation. Current research emphasizes environmental sound studies and the social networks shaping avant-garde music practices.