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Ric Eastman serves as a Lecturer in Contemporary Music at Edith Cowan University's Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), teaching undergraduate courses including Contemporary Principle Study sequences (MUS3425-MUS4424), Contemporary Ensemble series (MUS3426-MUS4414), Extension Studies (MUS1413-MUS4419), and Music Techniques (MUS1410-MUS4408).
Education:
- Associate Diploma of Performing Arts in Jazz, Edith Cowan University
- Certificate IV in Training & Assessment, Edith Cowan University, 2013
- Certificate IV in Assessment & Workplace Training, TAFE WA, 2006
Eastman's professional practice centers on contemporary music performance with emphasis on jazz and blues drumming techniques. His research integrates academic pedagogy with active industry engagement through live performances and studio recordings, exploring ensemble dynamics and cross-genre collaborations. The creative outputs demonstrate consistent contributions to Australian music scenes through both educational and professional contexts.
His 15 most recent creative works (2006-2014) reveal sustained activity across live performances, studio recordings, and theatrical productions. These outputs predominantly feature collaborations with notable Australian artists in contemporary music, jazz, and blues genres, with significant contributions to live festival performances and cast recordings. The works collectively showcase his versatility as a drummer and ensemble player within diverse musical contexts.
Ric Eastman maintains an active performance career without documented scientific awards or formal recognition beyond his creative outputs.
Professional activities include extensive student mentoring through principle study courses and ensemble direction, though specific graduate advisees aren't listed. No research grants are referenced in available documentation.
As a performing artist, Eastman collaborates with major Australian orchestras including WASO, PSO, ASO, and SSO, while maintaining industry connections through clinics, magazine columns, and international touring. His work bridges academic instruction with professional music practice through ongoing industry engagement.
