Mirjam Tschopp

Univ.-Prof. Mirjam Tschopp is a Professor in the Department of Music Education at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna (mdw). She specializes in inclusive music education, gender diversity initiatives, and instrumental pedagogy. Her work emphasizes accessible music practices for marginalized groups and the revival of compositions by historically persecuted composers.

Her research includes the Sparkling Science project on music education innovation and collaborations with institutions like Exilarte Zentrum and the Gender & Diversity office. She co-leads projects such as 'Music to Touch' and 'Ausgelöscht!?', promoting inclusive music-making through workshops and performances.

Prof. Tschopp has received prestigious awards including the 2023 Staatspreis Ars Docendi for outstanding university teaching and recognition in the Atlas der guten Lehre. She contributes actively to academic events like the Alma Rosé Music Education Festival and publishes on topics including music therapy integration and diversity in classical music education.