جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Singing Techniques
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Roderick Earle is a Professor in the Vocal Studies department at the Royal College of Music (RCM), where he has established himself as a distinguished educator and performer. With a career spanning decades in both teaching and professional performance, he brings substantial practical experience to his academic role. Professor Earle's educational background includes: Graduation from Cambridge University with a Music degree, where he was a Choral Scholar in St. John's College Choir Awarded a Foundation Scholarship to the Royal College of Music for Opera Studies Additional studies with renowned vocal coach Otakar Kraus Specializing in vocal performance across multiple vocal ranges, Earle made a notable transition from bass to baritone during his extensive operatic career. His teaching encompasses vocal technique, historical performance practice, and the practical demands of professional singing careers. He emphasizes the connection between historical context and contemporary performance standards, drawing from his vast stage experience. Professor Earle has received significant recognition including the Greater London Arts Association Musician of the Year Award and a Foundation Scholarship to the Royal College of Music. With over 25 years of teaching experience across Cambridge, Colchester, and London institutions, he has mentored numerous vocal students. In 2010, he founded The Colchester Chamber Choir, comprising 28 auditioned voices specializing in pre-baroque and 19th-20th century choral repertoire. His professional affiliations include membership in the British Voice Association and the Association of Teachers of Singing, reflecting his commitment to vocal pedagogy standards.

Charles Stolteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Composition
• Saxophone Performance
• Musicology
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Dr. Charles Stolte is a Professor of Saxophone, Musicology, and Composition at The King's University, and an Instructor of Saxophone at MacEwan University Conservatory of Music. He holds a D. Mus. from Northwestern University and has taught at institutions including the University of Alberta and Indiana University of Pennsylvania. His career spans international performances, commissions, and compositions. Education: D. Mus. (Northwestern University, 2002), M.Mus. (University of Alberta, 1994), B. Mus. (University of Alberta, Honours with Distinction), BA (The King's University College). Research focuses on modern composition for saxophone, chamber ensembles, and choral works, often blending traditional and experimental techniques. His works have been performed globally and broadcast on CBC Radio. Key achievements include commissions from Canada Council for the Arts, Alberta Foundation for the Arts, and the Royal Canadian College of Organists. Awards and recognitions include an Outreach Grant (Canada Council for the Arts), distinguished teaching at Poland's XII Woodwind Workshop, and performances at the World Saxophone Congress. His compositions explore diverse genres—from avant-garde chamber music to liturgical choral pieces. He leads the Stolte/Segger Duo and is a member of Ensemble Mujirushi. His teaching emphasizes interdisciplinary artistry, with a focus on fostering creativity in music performance and composition.

Bruce Kellyمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Music Theatre
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Bruce Kelly serves as a Continuing Adjunct Associate Professor of Voice at the Dan School of Drama and Music, Queen's University, a position he has held since 1992 with primary affiliation in the Department of Music. His professional focus centers on Vocal Performance and Opera, with active engagement in Music Theatre. As a baritone, Kelly maintains an extensive performance career across North America and Europe, specializing in concert and operatic repertoire. His work bridges academic instruction with professional artistry, emphasizing practical vocal technique and stagecraft within classical traditions. Performance highlights include engagements with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Calgary Opera, Opera Hamilton, and international appearances in Strasbourg, Nice, Avignon, and Moscow. His broadcast performance of Rossini with The Aldeburgh Connection reached national audiences via CBC Stereo, and his 1998 Kingston Symphony collaboration in Bizet's Carmen demonstrated cross-institutional artistic partnerships.

Stephen Gossمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music of the late 20th and early 21st Centuries
• Pluralism in music
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Stephen Goss is Professor of Composition and Director of the International Guitar Research Centre at the University of Surrey, and also holds a professorship at the Royal Academy of Music. His compositions are widely performed at major venues such as Wigmore Hall, Carnegie Hall, and Tchaikovsky Hall, and have been recorded on over 100 albums by labels including Decca, EMI, and Naxos. Professor of Composition, Department of Music and Media, University of Surrey Director, International Guitar Research Centre (IGRC) Professor of Guitar, Royal Academy of Music Board Member: Incorporated Society of Musicians, Guitar Foundation of America, International Guitar Foundation Goss’s research and compositional practice centers on pluralism in music, the late 20th and early 21st centuries, guitar history and repertoire, and performance practices. His work is marked by a fascination with time, place, and the juxtaposition of contrasting styles, often blurring the lines between composition, transcription, and improvisation. As a performer and collaborator, he has worked with composers such as Tōru Takemitsu and Peter Maxwell Davies, and performers including John Williams and Dame Evelyn Glennie. His recent compositions, such as Wynwood Walls , Landscape and Memory , and The Alchemist , reveal a continued exploration of narrative, visual art, and intercultural dialogue. These works often feature hybrid instrumentation and programmatic themes, reflecting his eclectic and forward-looking approach. Scientific Awards and Honors: Ivor Novello Award nomination (2021) for Still Life Fellow of the Royal Academy of Music (FRAM, 2018) Honorary Associate of the Royal Academy of Music (ARAM, 1999) Julian Bream Prize (Royal Academy of Music) Goss has supervised over 25 PhD students in areas including contemporary composition, guitar pedagogy, performance practice, and cross-cultural collaborations. He has received commissions from leading artists such as Nicola Benedetti, Ian Bostridge, and David Russell. He is also an active speaker and keynote lecturer at international conferences, addressing topics such as collaboration, improvisation, and the politics of nostalgia in music. He leads the International Guitar Research Centre, fostering global research and innovation in guitar studies. He is a D’Addario artist and an Arsenal FC season ticket holder.

Simone Spagnoloمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Interdisciplinary Arts
• Music-Theatre
• Experimental Opera
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Dr. Simone Spagnolo is a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for BMus/MMus Composition at the London College of Music (University of West London). As a composer, academic, and interdisciplinary artist, his work merges musical composition with narrative, theatre, philosophy, and performance art, specializing in music-theatre, graphic scores, and experimental opera. He has composed chamber-scale spectacles like Even you, lights, cannot hear me and Faust, Alberta , earning starred reviews. Key Venues : Royal Festival Hall, Stanford University, Liszt Academy, Tete-a-Tete Festival, and Janacek Academy Research Interests : Interdisciplinarity in performing arts, wearable graphic scores, irrationality in artistic assessment Academic Contributions : Spagnolo has published in Studies in Theatre and Performance and Studies in Musical Theatre , focusing on music-theatre aesthetics and educational philosophies. His compositions have won multiple AASO Composition Prizes (2006–2009) and the Recital Music Composition Prize (2011). Notable Collaborations : Works with Arioso Furioso Trio (e.g., La Confessione di Yoshiko Shioda ), Gabriele Baldocci ( Mr Baldocci ), and Trinity Laban Conservatoire’s Harp Department. Upcoming 2025 projects include La Luna nel Pozzo for ten violas and Ellittico, di Beffe e Elegie at St Pancras Clock Tower.

• Baroque Music
• Historical Performance Practice
• Vocal Technique
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Max van Egmond is a renowned classical baritone and Baroque specialist, now focusing on lecturing, coaching, and jury work. He is affiliated with the Royal Conservatoire of The Hague, where he previously taught singing. His expertise spans historical performance practices, vocal pedagogy, and diction in multiple languages. He has been honored with an Edison Award, Knight of Orange-Nassau, and an Honorary Doctorate from McGill University. His writings explore Baroque music history and vocal techniques, including analyses of Nikolaus Harnoncourt's legacy and the diction webinar series. Research focuses on Baroque vocal performance, early music revival, and pedagogical approaches to singing. His most recent publications address diction across languages and historical performance traditions. He advises students like Peter Kooij, a noted Bach interpreter.

Charles Shadleمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Composition
• Music Theory
• Music History
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Charles Shadle is a Senior Lecturer in Music at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), where he serves as Theory Coordinator. Based in the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, he teaches composition, music theory, and music history while maintaining an active career as a composer. His work has been commissioned by institutions including SUNY Buffalo, Longwood Opera, The Lake George Opera Festival, The Handel and Haydn Society, and The Syracuse Symphony Orchestra. Shadle's research and creative practice bridges contemporary classical composition with his Choctaw heritage. As an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, his works like the Oklahoma Choctaw Cycle and the accessible piano series "Choctaw Animals" explore cultural preservation through music. His compositions often reflect American landscapes, particularly the High Plains of Kansas, Nebraska, and the Rockies—regions tied to his childhood and creative imagination. His article output shows strong engagement with symphonic structures (Symphony No.3, Symphony No.4), vocal works (Primordia, Missa Brevis Sanctii Oswaldi), and chamber music (Dogtown Common, Three Chardin Fantasies). The "Three Chardin Fantasies" emerged from a MIT-Handel and Haydn Society residency, while "The Far Blue Hills" (2021) and "Symphony No.4" (2022) represent current projects drawing from Mvskoke poetry and sonic memorialization concepts. SHASS Levitan Teaching Award (2016) Shadle collaborates frequently with librettist Michael Ouellette on operatic works like "Coyotes Diner" and "A Question of Love," and has created six commercially available film scores for the National Film Preservation Foundation. His music appears in MIT Symphony Orchestra programs and London-based ensemble Lontano commissions.

Mária Tomanováمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vocal Interpretation
• Opera Performance
• Music Pedagogy
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Prof. Mária Tomanová is the Head of the Department of Vocal Interpretation at the Faculty of Performing Arts (Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava). She holds the academic rank of Professor and specializes in vocal performance, opera interpretation, and musical work analysis. Her professional engagements include leadership roles in academic and artistic bodies. Her artistic works span decades, including notable performances such as Giacomo Puccini - Tosca (2004 concert tour in Japan) and Giuseppe Verdi - Nabucco (1996 Banská Bystrica State Opera production). Recent highlights include a 2017 performance at the Autumn Cultural Festival in Szeged, Hungary, featuring opera arias and duets in chamber collaboration with pianist Marta Nemcová and baritone Martin Popovič. Her teaching focuses on vocal interpretation techniques, preparation of artistic dissertations, and analytical approaches to musical works. While no explicit grants or awards are mentioned, her extensive performance record underscores her contributions to operatic artistry and pedagogy.

Marques J. Ruffمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Choral Music Education
• Historical Musicology
• Choral Literature
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Marques J. Ruff is Assistant Professor of Vocal Music Education and Associate Director of Choral Activities at Arkansas State University, within the College of Liberal Arts and Communication, Department of Music. An accomplished bass-baritone and conductor, he brings extensive national and international performance and educational experience to his academic role. Ph.D., Florida State University – Music Education (emphasis in Choral Conducting) M.M., University of Missouri-Columbia – Choral Conducting M.M., University of Missouri-Columbia – Vocal Performance B.A., Central Connecticut State University – Music Education & Vocal Performance Dr. Ruff's research and teaching focus on choral music education, historical musicology, and choral literature, with deep engagement in the legacy of the Negro Spiritual and Black Art music. He is committed to advancing equity, inclusion, and access in choral classrooms and presents nationally on diversity and belonging in the choral arts. His scholarly and artistic work reflects a strong dedication to preserving African American musical traditions and enhancing pedagogical practices for future music educators. Though no publications are listed, his expertise spans conducting, vocal performance, and music history. Dr. Ruff is an active member of several professional organizations: American Choral Directors Association National Association of Negro Musicians Society of Pi Kappa Lambda Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia Fraternity of America Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated He has no listed advisees or grants, but his leadership in choral education and performance underscores a vibrant academic and artistic career. He has performed with ensembles such as Chanticleer, Seraphic Fire, and the New World Symphony, and has conducted youth and community choirs across the United States. Dr. Ruff maintains an active presence in both performance and academia, contributing significantly to the cultural and educational mission of his institution and the broader choral community.

Jung Woo Kimمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Opera Performance
• Vocal Performance
• Art Song
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Dr. Jung Woo Kim serves as Associate Professor of Voice in the Department of Music at Hope College, Holland, MI, maintaining an active dual career as an academic and professional lyric baritone with performances across the United States, South America, and South Korea. His academic credentials include: B.M. in Voice Performance from Chung-Ang University, Korea M.M. and P.D. in Voice Performance from Indiana University at Bloomington D.M.A. in Vocal Performance and Pedagogy from the University of Colorado at Boulder Dr. Kim's research and performance expertise spans opera, oratorio, and art song traditions, with distinctive specialization in East Asian and Korean repertoire. His scholarly focus integrates vocal pedagogy with performance practice, demonstrated through extensive recitals of Korean art song at international venues and mastery of major operatic roles from Mozart to Puccini, alongside oratorios including Brahms's German Requiem and Handel's Messiah . His accolades feature: first prize in the West-Central NATS competition finalist in the Harold Haugh Opera Vocal Competition finalist in the Rose Palmai-Tenser Vocal Competition Best Should Teach Initiative Silver Award from the University of Colorado, Boulder As an educator, he has successfully mentored students accepted into elite programs including Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music, University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music, and Manhattan School of Music, reflecting his impact on vocal training and career development.

• Vocal Studies
• Choral Conducting
• Church Music
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Robert Kaczorowski is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Vocal Studies, Faculty of Vocal and Acting, Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk. A dual professional as a priest and baritone vocalist, he holds a PhD in musical arts and a habilitation degree in vocal studies. Education: Theological studies (1995) at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University, Warsaw; organ (2002) and solo singing (2004) at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk; doctorate in Bydgoszcz; habilitation in Warsaw. Research Focus: Polish religious music, vocal pedagogy, and the 'phenomenon' of 19th-century Pelplin masses. Artistic Achievements: Soloist and accompanist in oratorio/cantata repertoire; co-founder of Servi Domini Cantores (priest-soloist ensemble) with concerts across France, Poland, and international festivals. Notable performances include Jean Gilles' "Requiem" (2005) and Szymanowski's "Stabat Mater" (2008). Publications: Authored monographs on the Karol Szymanowski Musical Society and religious-themed books; contributed to 86 recorded songs of Jerzy Gablenz on 4 CDs. Concert Curation: Organized over 97 concerts in Gdańsk's Royal Chapel (2009–2015) and church in Szemud, including Mozart's "Requiem" and Haydn's "Cäcilienmesse".

Jesus De Hoyos Jr.مشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Vocal Performance
• Voice Pedagogy
• Italian Diction
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jesus De Hoyos Jr., baritone, is a Teaching Assistant Professor at Kansas State University's School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. He specializes in Voice and Italian Diction, with a focus on underrepresented composers and social issues like race and gender in music programming. Office: 133 McCain Auditorium Email: jdehoyos@ksu.edu Education: Bachelor's degree from the University of Miami Master of Music from the University of Texas at San Antonio Pursuing DMA at Texas Christian University His research includes collaborations on vocal pedagogy, presented at conferences like the Texas Music Educators National Conference (2022) and the National Association of Teachers of Singing National Conference (2022). Prior to Kansas State, he taught at Texas Christian University and Coppell Conservatory, where he mentored students active in Texas All State Choir and Solo and Ensemble Competitions.

• Piano Accompaniment
• Vocal Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claire Haslin is a Lecturer in Piano Accompaniment and Tutor in Piano Pedagogy at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS). She holds roles as a vocal and instrumental coach across multiple departments, including Vocal Performance and Woodwind Studies. Her teaching responsibilities include the MMus course, BEd Ensembles module, and the IVP Masters program. She also lectures at the RCS Junior Conservatoire. Education: Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama (now RCS), Guildhall School of Music and Drama. Her professional activities span chamber music performances with Trio Ecossaise, Kilnaish Duo, and collaborations with baritone Phil Gault. She has served as a repetiteur at Scottish Opera and vocal coach for programs like 'Vocal Inspiration' and 'Art of Song.' Her pedagogical focus includes piano pedagogy mentorship and collaborative pianism. Awards: Peter Morrison Prize for All Round Excellence (RCS). She actively contributes to music festivals such as the Scottish International Flute Summer School and NYCoS residential courses. Her work bridges performance, education, and ensemble collaboration in classical music.

• Classical Music
• Operatic Performance
• Vocal Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Barry Ryan is a Lecturer in Vocal Studies at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He holds an Order of Australia Medal for services to classical music and a Green Room Award for his role in *The Riders*. Ryan has performed with leading opera companies globally, including Royal Opera Covent Garden, La Scala Milan, and the Paris Opera Bastille. His operatic roles span over 20 major works, such as *Nixon in China*, *Madama Butterfly*, and *Götterdämmerung*. His research interests focus on vocal performance techniques, baritone repertoire, and operatic interpretation. Recent performances include Mahler's *Lieder eines Fahrenden Gesellen* with the Sydney Conservatorium Orchestra and Vaughan Williams' *Songs of Travel*. He has collaborated with renowned conductors like Riccardo Muti and Zubin Mehta. Ryan’s awards include the Shell Aria Award and Vienna State Opera Award. He lectures in Voice and Opera, emphasizing classical vocal training and contemporary operatic practices. Notable recordings include *Rusalka* (Chandos Records) and *Bliss* (ABC Classics).

Drew Whitingمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Contemporary Music
• Electroacoustic Music
• Saxophone Performance
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Dr. Drew Whiting is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, specializing in contemporary and experimental music performance. He is a Yamaha Performing Artist and Vandoren Artist-Clinician, performing on Yamaha saxophones and Vandoren products. His expertise spans solo, chamber, and electroacoustic settings, with a focus on 20th and 21st-century repertoire. Education: B.M. and M.M. from Michigan State University College of Music (studying with Joseph Lulloff), followed by a D.M.A. from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (studying with Debra Richtmeyer). Research interests include new music advocacy, electroacoustic performance practice, and saxophone pedagogy. His debut album In Lights Starkly Different (Innova Recordings) highlights his work with contemporary composers and electronics. He has performed at major festivals including Electronic Music Midwest, SEAMUS, and Toronto International Electroacoustic Symposium. Teaching and leadership: Co-directs the experimental music ensemble at UWO, teaches aural skills, saxophone, and chamber music. Founded the Wisconsin Saxophone Summit (2017), and conducts clinics across schools and universities. Performance groups include the Coalescent Quartet (baritone saxophonist), Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, and Water City Jazz Orchestra. Notable collaborations include work with composers Alexis Bacon, Betsy Jolas, and Pauline Oliveros.