معرفی
Rhonda S. Hackworth is an Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Mississippi, where she serves as Head of Music Education and Graduate Program Coordinator. She holds a Ph.D. in Music Education from the University of Missouri-Kansas City Conservatory of Music and an M.M. in Vocal Performance.
- Current role: Associate Professor of Music Education
- Key responsibilities: Graduate Program Coordinator, thesis/dissertation director
- Previous institutions: Rutgers University, Syracuse University, University of Missouri-Kansas City
Research Interests
Dr. Hackworth specializes in vocal health for music educators and students, with a secondary focus on music perception. Her work examines vocal hygiene practices, the impact of teaching experience on vocal health, and musical tension in Debussy’s compositions. She has published extensively in journals like the Journal of Research in Music Education and International Journal of Music Education, and her research spans both empirical studies and literature reviews.
Publications Trends
Her scholarship bridges music education and vocal health, particularly addressing how pedagogical practices affect vocal wellness. Subfields include behavioral intervention strategies, multilingual text analysis in vocal works, and choral participation models.
Professional Engagement
Dr. Hackworth presents research at international and national conferences, with presentations in Greece, China, and Italy. She also performs as an alto soloist in concert, opera, and musical theater settings.
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