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Thomas De Baets is a Professor of Music Education at LUCA School of Arts, KU Leuven, where he leads the Music Education expertise team. He serves as co-editor-in-chief of Music Education Research journal and participates in the Erasmus+ Teacher Education Academy for Music (TEAM) steering committee.
His academic credentials include:
- Master's degree in Music Pedagogy (Lemmens Institute, 2005)
- Teaching diploma
- Diploma in Advanced Studies in Music Pedagogy (Lemmens Institute, 2008)
- PhD in Arts specializing in music education (KU Leuven, 2012)
De Baets' research examines music teacher professionalization through practical research frameworks, emphasizing community music participation and improvisational practices. His philosophical approach challenges traditional pedagogical boundaries while exploring flow states in collective improvisation and the artistic researcher identity of virtuoso teachers. This work bridges theoretical discourse with classroom applications across European educational contexts.
His publication portfolio reveals consistent focus on practitioner research methodologies, with recurring themes of teacher-student interaction dynamics, European curriculum innovation, and amateur music participation frameworks. The research demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between educational psychology, community arts, and philosophical inquiry in music learning environments.
Key recognition includes:
- Honorary Membership in the European Association for Music in Schools (EAS)
As former chair of EAS (2019-2021) and ex-head of LUCA's music program (2018-2024), De Baets has significantly shaped music education policy and teacher training frameworks across Europe. His leadership in TEAM and editorial roles demonstrates sustained commitment to academic mentorship and international collaboration in music education.
He directs the Music Education expertise team at LUCA School of Arts, which drives innovation in music pedagogy through European partnerships like the Teacher Academy for Music (TEAM), focusing on future-oriented mobility and networking strategies for music educators.
