Qin Huang-Zimmermann

Qin Huang-Zimmermann is a music educator and researcher currently serving as a research supervisor at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023. They also teach aural training, repertoire studies, and practical arranging at the Friedrich Gulda School of Music since 2022, and have been involved in music education at the Vienna Education Directorate's Laimäckergasse primary school since 2013.

Their educational background includes:

• Doctoral studies in Music Sociology with Prof. Huber (MDW) and Cultural Institutions Studies with Prof. Lisa Gaupp (IKM of the MDW) since 2022
• German as a Second Language in Primary School (PH Vienna) 2020-2021
• Conducting and orchestral conducting with Prof. Lajović and choir conducting with Prof. Ortner (MDW) 2008-2011
• Media Composition and Applied Music (with distinction) with Prof. Sattler, Prof. Karger and Prof. Mühlbacher (MDW) 2006-2010
• IGP Piano Classical with Prof. Trachsel and Prof. Aumaier (MDW) 2005-2008
• Composition and music theory with Prof. Schermann (MDW) 2004-2006

Qin Huang-Zimmermann's research interests span Music Sociology, Cultural Institutions Studies, Media Composition, and Applied Music. Their work bridges traditional music education with contemporary composition techniques, focusing on both practical performance aspects and theoretical frameworks. They have conducted international masterclasses for choirs in Brazil, Bulgaria, Turkey and China since 2008, demonstrating a global perspective on music education and performance.

Analysis of their publications reveals a focus on contemporary classical composition with an emphasis on extended techniques. Their works 'Hypnose II' (2016) for 3 trumpets and 'Hypnosis' (2015) for clarinet solo showcase innovative approaches to instrumental composition within the contemporary classical tradition, exploring new sonic possibilities and performance techniques.

Their notable achievements include:

• Very good rating at the Vienna Youth Singing 2023 with Superlaimis (Superar Children's Choir of the Laimäckergasse Elementary School)
• Silver (Mixed Choir Group) at the 29th Franz Schubert Choir Competition and Festival – VIECC (Vienna International Exchange Chamber Choir)
• 2nd place at 'Radio Play 09' short radio play competition Linz – Industry for Voice and Electronics

As an educator, Qin Huang-Zimmermann has supervised research projects at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023 and has been mentoring through the 'Superar' association since 2013, including choir direction and summer courses. Their teaching spans multiple institutions and contexts, from primary school music education to doctoral-level supervision, reflecting a commitment to music education at all levels.

With language skills in German (C1), English (B2), and Chinese (native speaker), Qin Huang-Zimmermann brings a multicultural perspective to their work in music education and composition, supporting their international collaborations and cross-cultural understanding in music.