Vincent Lamers

Vincent Lamers is a music teacher, researcher, and cultural education consultant specializing in multimodal music education for children with severe disabilities. He has been active in music education since 1989, focusing on special education since 2000. He is affiliated with the Research Group Arts Education at the Amsterdam University of the Arts (AHK) and holds a Master of Education in Arts from AHK (2015). His work bridges practical teaching methods and theoretical research, particularly in integrating sensory modalities like gestures, movement, and sound to enhance musical interaction in inclusive settings.

Education:

• Master of Education in Arts, Amsterdam University of the Arts (2015)

Research Interests:

Lamers focuses on multimodal pedagogy in special education, emphasizing sensory integration and embodied learning. His research explores how music can be taught through a multisensory approach to support children with disabilities, integrating theories of multimodal interaction with practical classroom strategies. This work aims to foster inclusive educational practices and enhance musical engagement for neurodiverse learners.

Advising & Grants:

While no formal advisees are listed, Lamers has contributed to training programs and workshops for educators, such as 'Muziekbeleving in het speciaal onderwijs' and presentations at conferences like ISME and LKCA. His work is supported by collaborations with institutions like the Lectoraat kunsteducatie at AHK.

Labs & Teams:

Lamers is part of the Research Group Arts Education and the Lectoraat kunsteducatie, contributing to interdisciplinary projects on arts education and inclusive pedagogy.