جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Carol Ann Allredمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Vocal Performance
• Classical Music
• Opera
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Carol Ann Allred is an Associate Professor (Lecturer) at the University of Utah's School of Music, specializing in Voice. She holds a DMA and MA from Eastman School of Music, and a BM in Vocal Pedagogy from Brigham Young University. Her career spans performance and education, with roles at SUNY Fredonia, Seton Hill College, and Hampden-Sydney Chamber Music Festival. Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Vocal Performance - Eastman School of Music (1989) Master of Music (MA), Vocal Performance - Eastman School of Music Bachelor of Music (BM), Vocal Pedagogy - Brigham Young University Allred's research and creative works focus on vocal performance across diverse genres, including choral masterpieces like Verdi Requiem and Brahms Requiem, contemporary works such as Golijov's La Pasion Según San Marcos, and historical repertoires from Mozart and Handel. Her recent projects include international tours and cultural outreach initiatives. Her scholarly performances highlight trends in sacred choral music, operatic excerpts, and community engagement through LDS church services and interfaith concerts. She has contributed to recordings including Christmas CDs and collaborations with Salt Lake Vocal Artists. Scientific Awards : Multiple first prizes in prestigious competitions and a Faculty Recognition Award nomination Teaching : Offers private voice lessons and masterclasses; advises the Michie Undergraduate Vocal Quartet Community Leadership : Conducts multi-congregational choirs and organizes veteran-focused concerts Allred's professional activities include collaborations with orchestras such as the Pittsburgh Symphony and Utah Symphony, with a strong emphasis on vocal pedagogy, interfaith musical outreach, and family ensemble performances. She maintains active roles in judging competitions and mentoring students at both University of Utah and UVU as a substitute instructor.

Louise Drewettمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Choral Music Composition
• Community Music Projects
• Contemporary Classical Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Louise Drewett is a British composer and Lecturer in Composition at the Royal Academy of Music. She co-directs Sing Healthy Choirs, a charity running community choirs in Berkshire, and acts as Artistic Director of the New London Chamber Choir. Her work blends choral music with community engagement, informed by her collaborations with poets like Clare Shaw and theatre companies like Arbonauts. Education: Drewett holds a PhD in Composition from the Royal Academy of Music, supported by scholarships and awards including the Manson Fellowship (2021–2022), the Charles Lucas Composition Prizes (2018, 2019), and grants from the Countess of Munster Musical Trust and the RVW Trust. She studied under composers Philip Cashian, Hans Abrahamsen, and Oliver Knussen. Research interests focus on communal music-making, vocal textures, and interdisciplinary projects. Her works, praised for 'shimmering textures' (The Times), span orchestral pieces (e.g., with LSO/LPO) and community operas like Daylighting , which earned an Ivor Novello nomination. She also creates educational music for ABRSM's syllabuses. Awards: Ivor Novello Award Nominee (2022) Charles Lucas Composition Prizes (2018, 2019) Countess of Munster Musical Trust Award Advising & Grants: Long-term collaborations with Arbonauts and Young People’s Puppet Theatre highlight her commitment to accessible, participatory art. Her Manson Fellowship supported research into vocal ensemble techniques. Labs/Teams: Leadership roles in Sing Healthy Choirs and the New London Chamber Choir reflect her dedication to fostering community through music.

Cynthia Donnellمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Voice
• Lyric Diction
• Classical Singing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cynthia Donnell serves as an Associate Professor of Voice and Lyric Diction in the Department of Music at Virginia Commonwealth University. Her educational background includes: Master of Music (M.M.) from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro Bachelor of Music Education from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro As a mezzo-soprano, Professor Donnell maintains an active performance career spanning recital, opera, choral, oratorio, and orchestral repertoire. Her expertise centers on vocal technique, linguistic precision in singing, and classical interpretation across diverse musical traditions. She has performed with major ensembles including the North Carolina Symphony, Richmond Symphony, Virginia Opera, and St. Paul Chamber Orchestra. Her professional recognition includes winning the Seventh International Sterling Staff Competition, which facilitated over 25 solo recitals nationwide. She actively contributes to music education through leadership in the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), having served as officer and board member for the Virginia Chapter.

• Art History
• Screen Studies
• Chinese Visual Culture
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Panpan Yang is a Lecturer in Arts and Visual Cultures of Modern China at the School of Arts, SOAS University of London. She joined SOAS in 2021 after completing her joint PhD at the University of Chicago under the direction of Wu Hung, Tom Gunning, W. J. T. Mitchell, Judith Zeitlin, and Dana Polan. Her interdisciplinary work bridges art history, screen studies, East Asian studies, and digital humanities, with a focus on innovative methodologies in art historical writing. Dr. Yang earned a dual BA from Peking University, double majoring in art and philosophy, followed by an MA from Tisch School of the Arts at NYU, and a PhD from the University of Chicago. During her undergraduate studies, she served as president of the Society of Dream of the Red Chamber Studies, which informed her secondary academic interest in Redology and the visual material world of the novel Hong lou meng. Panpan Yang's research explores how minor discourses can deterritorialize the terrains of both art history and screen studies. Her work demonstrates a multimethodological approach attentive to archival research, material practices, close visual analysis, computer-aided vision, and cross-cultural theorization. She is particularly interested in Chinese animation history, calligraphic imagination in contemporary art, and the intersections between traditional Chinese art forms and new media. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on Chinese visual culture across multiple media forms, with particular attention to animation, film, and calligraphy. Yang's work demonstrates how traditional Chinese art forms engage with contemporary digital media, creating new hybrid forms that challenge disciplinary boundaries. Her research shows a trajectory from historical analysis of Chinese animation to contemporary explorations of calligraphy in digital contexts, revealing the ongoing relevance of traditional Chinese aesthetics in modern media. Dr. Yang has received several prestigious awards for her scholarly and creative work: China's National Young Screenwriter Award Domitor Essay Award Dean's Distinguished Dissertation Award Nomination Honourable Mention from the Association for Chinese Animation Studies As a Principal Investigator, Dr. Yang leads the AHRC-funded research project "Stroke by Stroke: Calligraphic imagination in contemporary Chinese art and emergent media" (2023-25) with Shane McCausland. She was also a collaborating partner on the NEH-funded "Media Ecology Project." Her research has received additional support from the Getty Foundation and the Sino-British Fellowship Trust. At SOAS, she works closely with faculty and graduate students interested in Chinese arts and cultures, art theory, cinematic arts, and digital art history. Dr. Yang is currently developing innovative research at the intersection of traditional Chinese calligraphy and contemporary digital media through her AHRC-funded project. This work explores how calligraphic imagination manifests in contemporary art and emergent media contexts, creating new pathways for understanding Chinese cultural heritage in the digital age.

Paul Richardsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Orchestral Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Paul Richards is a Research Foundation Professor of Music and head of the composition and theory area at the University of Florida since 1999. He previously served as Visiting Professor at Florida State University (2016) and taught at Baylor University and the University of Texas at Austin. His academic roles include teaching courses in composition, music theory, and orchestration, along with supervising graduate students. He earned a DMA in Composition from the University of Texas at Austin and degrees from the University of Arizona. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Composition, University of Texas at Austin, 1998 Master of Music (MM), Theory and Composition, University of Arizona, 1993 Bachelor of Music (BM), Theory and Composition, University of Arizona, 1991 Research Interests: Richards’ work spans orchestral, vocal, chamber, and theatrical compositions, including operas and wind ensemble pieces. His style blends eclectic influences—from Jewish sacred music to modernist techniques—resulting in works praised for their "strong melodic gift" and innovative orchestration. Commissions have come from prestigious organizations like the Florida Orchestra, Boston Brass, and White Snake Projects. Awards and Recognition: Recipient of numerous international composition prizes, including the St. Mary’s College/Kaplan Foundation Commission Competition and Second Prize in the International Horn Society Composition Competition University of Florida Research Foundation Professorship (2017–2020, 2010–2013) Finalist in the National Opera Association’s Dominic Argento Chamber Opera Competition (2023) Advising and Grants: Richards has advised over 40 graduate students and chaired multiple PhD committees. His grants include support from the University of Florida and the Research Foundation. He has also served as a mentor in composer-in-residence programs, including the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra’s Fresh Ink Competition. Labs and Collaborations: He co-founded the Florida Contemporary Music Festival (2013–2018), fostering collaboration between composers and performers. His work integrates interdisciplinary projects, such as music for dance and film, and he actively collaborates with choreographers and theater artists.

Christopher Castroمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Composition
• Music Theory
• Western Art Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Castro serves as an Assistant Professor of Composition at Chapman University's College of Performing Arts. A composer and double bassist from Brooklyn, New York, he combines academic rigor with avant-garde experimentation. Ph.D. in Composition and Theory from University of California, Davis Bachelor of Music from Juilliard School (Double Bass & Composition) His research bridges Western Art Music traditions with contemporary innovations , creating works that merge: Johannes Ockeghem's polyphonic complexity John Coltrane's spiritual intensity Modernist structural experimentation Historical reconstruction techniques Jazz-classical hybrid forms Interdisciplinary performance formats Recent compositions demonstrate trends in flexible instrumentation , text-music relationships , and genre synthesis . His output spans chamber works, orchestral pieces, and vocal compositions with equal mastery. Scientific recognition includes: 2023 Fromm Music Foundation Commission (Harvard University) Chamber Music America's 2021 Classical Commissioning Award As a new music advocate , Castro collaborates with ensembles like: Left Coast Chamber Ensemble (artistic advisory board) New Mexico Contemporary Ensemble Los Angeles Philharmonic's Upbeat Live series Lyris Quartet and Sharon Harms

• Vocal Music
• Opera
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Eugenia Rozlach is a Professor at the Department of Vocal Studies, Faculty of Vocal and Acting, Fryderyk Chopin University of Music. A renowned opera singer, she specializes in Rossini’s music and 19th–20th-century Polish vocal lyrics, with a career spanning performances at the Warsaw Chamber Opera and international theaters (Paris, Madrid, Montpellier). Her recent roles include the Nanny in Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin , Stara Buryjowska in Janacek’s Jenufa , and Mrs. Quickly in Verdi’s Falstaff . Graduate: Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music, Warsaw Rozlach actively contributes to academic research on Polish vocal music, conducting workshops like On the Wings of Songs and organizing conferences such as the International Scientific Conference Polish Song . She has premiered contemporary works, including Marta Ptaszyńska’s Sonnets to Orpheus and Aleksandra Garbal’s opera Polonica rustica . Her chamber music collaborations include performances with pianists Tatiana Szebanowa, Maciej Paderewski, and Jerzy Godziszewski. Scientific Awards: Silver Cross of Merit (2005) Second-degree Rector’s award (2009) Rozlach has led masterclasses at the Chopin-Górecki Festival and the Keimyung-Fryderyk Chopin University of Music program (South Korea). She contributed to the UMFC research committee’s commemorative edition of Ignacy Jan Paderewski’s manuscripts and serves on the editorial team of Musica Intellectualis .

Sylwia Janiak-Kobylińskaمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Orchestral Conducting
• Music Theory
• Artistic Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sylwia Janiak-Kobylińska is a Polish conductor, educator, and artistic leader currently serving as the Dean of the Faculty of Conducting, Composition, and Music Theory at the Stanisław Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk. She is President of the SAJ Foundation Supporting Young Artists, founder of the Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra of the Youth, and an active participant in international music competitions and festivals. Her work spans symphonic and opera conducting, artistic direction of multidisciplinary projects, and pedagogical leadership. Her research interests focus on Orchestral Conducting Contemporary Music Interpretation Artistic Education for Youth Symphonic and Opera Collaboration Cultural Management in Music Interdisciplinary Art Projects Her recent artistic projects, such as the inUnity. Contemporary Music from Gdańsk album and the Homage to Szymborska concert series, highlight collaborations between classical and jazz composers, youth orchestras, and interdisciplinary teams. These works emphasize themes of unity, cultural heritage, and innovation in music education. Scientific awards and recognitions include Meritorious for Polish Culture badge (2023) Antoni Wit Award at the G. Fitelberg Conducting Competition Multiple Rector’s Awards at the Academy of Music in Gdańsk Pomeranian Artistic Award in 'Artistic Hope' category As an educator, she leads orchestral workshops, mentors students across multiple faculties, and pioneered the 4C’s in Music Art program (Creativity, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Communication). Her leadership in the SAJ Foundation and Baltic Philharmonic Orchestra of the Youth has fostered over 1000 young musicians since 2011.

Dmitri Tymoczkoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Geometry of Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dmitri Tymoczko is a Professor of Music at Princeton University, where he has taught composition and theory since 2002. His work bridges the gap between academic music theory and contemporary composition, creating a unique interdisciplinary approach that has earned him recognition as a leading figure in modern music scholarship and creation. Tymoczko's research interests focus on the geometric modeling of musical structures, polystylistic composition that draws from genres spanning Renaissance to rock, and the mathematical foundations of tonality. His theoretical work explores how harmonic structures can be represented geometrically, revealing fundamental patterns that connect diverse musical traditions. He approaches composition as 'a logical deduction from absurd premises,' blending rigorous structural thinking with playful musical exploration. His scholarly publications and compositions reveal a consistent interest in the intersection of mathematical precision and expressive freedom. The articles demonstrate expertise across music theory, composition, and the cognitive aspects of musical perception, with recurring themes of geometric modeling, tonal structure, and genre hybridization. His work often challenges traditional boundaries between academic and popular music forms. Guggenheim fellowship Rhodes Scholarship Leonard Bernstein fellowship from Tanglewood Fellowship from the Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study Block lectureship from the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics First music-theory article published in Science magazine Tymoczko maintains an active performance career alongside his academic work, with his compositions performed by leading ensembles including the Brentano Quartet, Newspeak, and Roomful of Teeth. His teaching integrates theoretical insights with practical composition, fostering a generation of musicians who understand music's structural foundations while embracing creative freedom. He has developed innovative tools like the musical programming language 'arca' to explore new compositional possibilities.

Nicola Jürgensenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Clarinet Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Performance
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Prof. Nicola Jürgensen is a distinguished German clarinetist and Professor of Clarinet at Faculty 1 of Folkwang University of the Arts in Essen, Germany. She also serves as Dean of Faculty 1 and is a Confidential Lecturer for the German Academic Scholarship Foundation. Her career seamlessly integrates performance, education, and artistic leadership. She is the Artistic Director of WDR 3 Campus Concerts and a board member of the Folkwang University Foundation. Professor of Clarinet, Folkwang University of the Arts (2018–present) Dean, Faculty 1 Artistic Director, WDR 3 Campus Concerts Board of Directors, Folkwang University Foundation Principal Clarinet (former), WDR Symphony Orchestra Cologne (2001–2018) Regular coach, German National Youth Orchestra (2020–present) Nicola Jürgensen's research and artistic interests center on clarinet performance, chamber music, and contemporary repertoire. She is deeply committed to historical performance practice, evidenced by her recordings on basset clarinet, and to expanding the global reach of classical music through international masterclasses and festivals. Her work bridges traditional European repertoire and modern experimental works, including performances in avant-garde operatic productions. She has collaborated with leading orchestras and ensembles worldwide, from Berlin and Leipzig to New York, Bangkok, and Auckland. Her recent artistic output reveals a strong focus on rediscovered works (e.g., Wilms' concerto), contemporary compositions (e.g., Kancheli, Zwilich), and cross-cultural collaborations (e.g., German Masters Music Festival in Thailand). She emphasizes pedagogical innovation and performance excellence, mentoring students who now hold principal roles in Germany’s top orchestras. Her recordings and performances consistently highlight expressive depth, technical mastery, and scholarly engagement with historical instruments and arrangements. Scientific and Artistic Awards: Mozart Prize, Wiesbaden Mozart Society German Music Competition Soloists' Prize (1999) Germany Radio Promotion Prize (2002) Nicola Jürgensen has been instrumental in guiding numerous students into prestigious orchestral positions and leads the ensemble 'Folkwang Clarinets' with her students. She holds multiple leadership roles in academic and artistic institutions and continues to perform as a guest principal clarinetist with major orchestras like the Mahler Chamber Orchestra and NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra. Her involvement in grants and funding appears indirect through institutional roles and festival organization. She is actively involved with several artistic initiatives, including the 'Spannungen' festival, WDR 3 Campus Concerts, and international masterclass programs. Her ensemble collaborations and educational outreach reflect a sustained commitment to excellence, innovation, and accessibility in classical music.

Adam Gorbمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Orchestral Music
• Operas
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Adam Gorb is a renowned composer and academic, serving as Professor of Composition and former Head of the School of Composition at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) from 2000 to 2023. He holds a PhD in Composition from the University of Birmingham (2013), alongside degrees from Cambridge University (BA 1980) and the Royal Academy of Music (RAM, MMus with Principal’s Prize 1993). His research and creative output focuses on orchestral, operatic, and wind ensemble composition. Notable works include operas Anya 17 (2012) and The Path to Heaven (2018), which explore themes like human trafficking and the Holocaust. His wind ensemble pieces, such as Towards Nirvana and Farewell , have won British Composer Awards and are performed globally. Awards include three British Composer Awards and a House of Commons accolade for Anya 17 . He advises PhD students in composition while maintaining international collaborations, including recent projects in Romania, Australia, and the USA. His music is frequently recorded and performed worldwide, with CDs such as 24 Preludes (2022) and Dancing in the Ghetto (2016) showcasing his diverse output. Teaching roles include undergraduate and postgraduate composition at the RNCM, alongside guest lectures at institutions globally. His current projects include commissions for the Royal Academy of Music and interdisciplinary work with Parkinson’s patients.

Donnacha M. Dennehyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Opera
• Experimental Music Theatre
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Donnacha M. Dennehy is a Professor of Music at Princeton University and Director of the Princeton Sound Kitchen. Previously a tenured lecturer at Trinity College Dublin, he was appointed a Global Scholar at Princeton University in Autumn 2012 and joined the music faculty in 2014. Dennehy founded Crash Ensemble, Ireland's renowned new music group, in 1997 after returning to Ireland from studies in the USA, France, and Holland. Dennehy's research interests focus on contemporary composition with particular emphasis on opera, experimental music theatre, overtone series exploration, and ensemble music. His work bridges traditional composition with innovative approaches to sound and performance, often incorporating elements of Irish musical tradition within contemporary frameworks. He has developed a distinctive compositional voice that has earned him international recognition. His compositions have been performed at major festivals and venues worldwide including the Edinburgh International Festival, Royal Opera House London, Carnegie Hall New York, The Barbican London, and many others. Dennehy's work shows consistent exploration of narrative structures within contemporary classical music, with a particular interest in collaborations across artistic disciplines including theatre, visual arts, and literature. Scientific Awards: Elected to Aosdána (Ireland's Academy of Creative Artists), 2005 Fulbright Scholarship Irish Times Theatre Award for best opera (for The Last Hotel), 2015 International Rostrum of Composers 'recommended' for Crane, 2010 Dennehy has received numerous commissions from prestigious organizations including Carnegie Hall, Wigmore Hall, Metropolitan Museum of Art, BBC, and RTE National Symphony Orchestra. His collaborations extend to renowned artists including Dawn Upshaw, Kronos Quartet, and writers Colm Tóibín and Enda Walsh. As Director of Princeton Sound Kitchen, he leads an ensemble dedicated to innovative contemporary music performance and creation. Dennehy's work with Crash Ensemble has been particularly influential in the new music scene, with their 2011 Nonesuch release of his music, Grá agus Bás, named by NPR as one of its '50 favorite albums' of 2011. His teaching at Princeton includes courses in composition, instrumentation, and music theory through performance.

Steven D. Zohnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musicology
• Baroque Music
• Bach Family
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Steven D. Zohn is the Laura H. Carnell Professor at Temple University’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. He holds a PhD and MA in musicology from Cornell University and an AB in music from Vassar College. As a leading Telemann scholar, his research spans intersections of style and genre, print culture, reception history, domestic music-making, historical performance practices, and music as intellectual property. PhD, Musicology, Cornell University MA, Musicology, Cornell University AB, Music, Vassar College Zohn’s research emphasizes Telemann’s instrumental works, sacred vocal music, and cultural contexts, as well as Bach family studies and Enlightenment-era salon culture. His publications include influential books like Music for a Mixed Taste and Telemann Studies , alongside critical editions and articles in Journal of the American Musicological Society and Oxford Handbooks Online . In 2022, he received the Georg Philipp Telemann Award from Magdeburg for his contributions to Telemann research. Other accolades include the Noah Greenberg Award and the William H. Scheide Prize. He co-edits the Bach Perspectives series and serves on editorial boards, including Telemann’s Musikalische Werke . Zohn also performs on historical flutes with ensembles like Night Music and Philadelphia Bach Collegium, with recordings on Acis, Avie, and Chandos labels. His courses explore domestic musicking, Bach’s cantatas, and unaccompanied instrumental works.

Todd Levyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Clarinet Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Todd Levy is an Adjunct Professor of Clarinet in the Music Department at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He is a renowned performer with principal clarinet roles in the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO), The Santa Fe Opera Orchestra, and frequent collaborations with major orchestras including The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and The Philadelphia Orchestra. A three-time Grammy Award winner, Levy has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and the Mostly Mozart Festival, and has worked with conductors such as James Levine, Christoph Eschenbach, and Seiji Ozawa. Education: MM & BM in Clarinet from The Juilliard School His research interests focus on advanced clarinet performance techniques, contemporary repertoire interpretation, and chamber music collaboration. He has premiered works by composers including John Harbison and Joan Tower, and his recordings span labels like Deutsche Grammophon and Avie Records. Levy also co-directs Chamber Music Milwaukee and is a Vandoren/Selmer artist. His discography includes major works like the Brahms Clarinet Sonatas and The Clarinet Collection series. Notable collaborations include performances with the Guarneri Quartet, Juilliard Quartet, and violinist Pinchas Zukerman. Awards: 3× Grammy Awards, Naumburg Award (Aspen Wind Quintet) Teaching focuses on clarinet pedagogy and ensemble performance, with over 20 recorded chamber music CDs to his credit. Active in both academic and professional musical communities, he combines performance excellence with educational outreach.

Claire Fontijnمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Music
• Women Composers
• Symphonic and Chamber Music Repertoire
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claire Fontijn is the Phyllis Henderson Carey Professor of Music at Wellesley College. Her research and teaching focus on Early Music , Women Composers , and J.S. Bach , with a particular emphasis on medieval to baroque periods. Education: B.A. from Oberlin College, Certificate from Royal Conservatory of The Hague, and Ph.D. from Duke University. Her scholarly work explores the contributions of women composers like Hildegard of Bingen, Barbara Strozzi, and Fanny Hensel, alongside historical performance practices and the synthesis of image, text, and notation in medieval music. Recent publications analyze solmization puns and chorales from the Seicento Venice and Romantic periods. Fontijn’s research has been supported by prestigious organizations including the American Musicological Society , the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation , and the National Endowment for the Humanities . She teaches courses such as Italian Popular Song and the Calderwood Seminar in Public Writing: The Power of Music , which trains students to communicate music scholarship to non-specialist audiences. Scientific Awards : Nicolas Slonimsky Award for Classical Music Biography (2007) Fontijn’s collaborations with Susan Parisi and her editorship of Uncovering Music of Early European Women highlight her dedication to expanding the canon of music history. Grants from the Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation and the Institute for Citizens & Scholars further enable her interdisciplinary work.