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Tracey E. W. Laird is the Harry L., Corinne Bryant, and Cottie Beverly Slade Professor of Humanities and Professor of Music at Agnes Scott College. Her scholarly work intersects race, media, region, and identity within Southern US musical traditions. She has authored and edited multiple books including the recent Dolly Parton: 100 Remarkable Moments in an Extraordinary Life (2023) and Country Music, U.S.A. (2018). Her research focuses on American music history, television's impact on music culture, and cross-cultural musical analysis.
- PhD in Ethnomusicology from University of Michigan
- Teaches interdisciplinary courses connecting music with physics/neuroscience
- Led cross-cultural COIL courses with Zayed University (UAE)
- Created innovative Journeys programs in Navajo Nation and Italy
Her publications and media appearances document pivotal moments in American music history, from Hank Williams' emergence to modern streaming music culture. She combines academic rigor with public engagement through radio DJ work and musical direction at Agnes Scott. Her collaborative projects with sociologists and musicians demonstrate her commitment to interdisciplinary education and cultural analysis.
