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Zachary Cairns is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of Missouri-St. Louis, where he coordinates the music theory curriculum. He holds a PhD in Music Theory from Eastman School of Music.
Research interests include Soviet-era Russian music, particularly Edison Denisov's serial techniques, and contemporary composition practices. His work bridges analytical approaches with practical composition.
Publications reveal consistent focus on structural analysis of post-1950s compositions, especially exploring rhythmic complexity and serial methodologies across diverse genres from rock to avant-garde.
Awards:
- Percussive Arts Society Composition First Prize (2014)
Composition work includes internationally performed pieces like 'Interactions for Baritone Saxophone and Percussion' premiered at the World Saxophone Congress.
