جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jeff Adelbergمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatrical Design
• Lighting Design
• Stage Production
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Jeff Adelberg is a Lecturer in Design at Boston College's Theatre Department and recently joined Harvard University's Theatre, Dance, and Media department. He has been teaching since 2003 and has extensive experience in theatre, opera, and dance design, with over 300 productions. His work includes collaborations with director David R. Gammons and lighting design for Boston's annual Midwinter Revels. Education: B.F.A. from the University of Connecticut. Research interests focus on theatrical design, lighting design, and innovative stage production techniques. His designs emphasize interdisciplinary collaboration and site-specific performances, particularly with Actors' Shakespeare Project and Underground Railway Theatre. Awards: Multiple Eliott Norton and IRNE Awards for design excellence in theatre productions. His work spans classical plays to contemporary and devised performances. Teaching and collaborations: Taught at Boston College, Harvard, Brandeis, Boston University, MIT, and others. Advised students in design and stagecraft through practical mentorship in over 30 productions with David R. Gammons. Labs/Teams: Core collaborator with David R. Gammons and Paddy Swanson's Midwinter Revels, integrating music, theatre, and dance from global traditions annually.

Thomas Oboe Leeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Composition
• Jazz Studies
• Music Theory
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Thomas Oboe Lee is a Professor of Music at Boston College since 1990, specializing in composition, music theory, and orchestration. Born in China in 1945, he studied at the University of Pittsburgh (BA), New England Conservatory (MM), and Harvard University (PhD). His extensive body of work includes over 200 compositions across genres, such as symphonies, chamber operas, and jazz-influenced pieces. Notable awards include the Rome Prize, Guggenheim Fellowship, and Kennedy Center Friedheim Award. His music is recorded by major labels like BMOP Sound and Nonesuch, and he collaborates with orchestras worldwide. Research interests focus on blending classical traditions with modernist and avant-garde techniques, often inspired by literary and visual art. Courses taught include Chromatic Harmony, Jazz Harmony, and Orchestration. Lee’s compositions frequently explore themes of unrequited love, historical narratives, and cultural fusion, reflecting influences from Brazilian and European traditions. Major achievements include the chamber opera *The Inman Diaries*, commissions from the Boston Symphony Orchestra and New Jersey Symphony Orchestra, and residencies at Yaddo and MacDowell Colony. His works are celebrated for their technical complexity and emotional depth, bridging classical and contemporary aesthetics.

Kathryn Moranمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Musical Theatre
• Applied Voice
• Music Direction
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Kathryn Skemp Moran is an Associate Teaching Professor in the Department of Theatre and Dance at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She specializes in musical theater voice and serves as music director for productions, conducting pit orchestras and preparing vocalists. Her performance background includes roles with Boston Lyric Opera, Madison Opera, and appearances with the Boston Pops. Her research focuses on vocal pedagogy for musical theatre, music direction techniques, and interdisciplinary approaches to performance. Recent work explores the integration of classical vocal technique with contemporary musical theatre demands. Honors include the 2021 Eagle Teaching Excellence Award recognizing her innovative teaching methods in vocal performance.

Emanuele Andrizziمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Symphonic Music
• Operatic Music
• Choral Music
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Emanuele Andrizzi is the Director of Orchestral Studies and Associate Professor of Conducting at Shenandoah Conservatory, Shenandoah University, where he has been employed since Fall 2023. Born in Rome, Italy, he received his musical education at the Santa Cecilia Conservatory and holds a diploma in piano performance from the A. Casella Conservatory, a master's degree in conducting from Bard College, and a Doctor of Musical Arts from Northwestern University. His research focuses on symphonic, operatic, choral, and ballet repertoire, with a specific emphasis on promoting Italian opera in American contexts. He founded the Opera Festival of Chicago to showcase rare Italian masterpieces, which has gained international recognition through broadcasts on classical music stations. Awards and honors: Conductor of the Year Award (Illinois Council of Orchestras, 2021) Honorable Mention at International Competition for Conductors of Contemporary Music Winner of P. Barrasso International Competition for Chamber Music Officer of the Knights of the Order of the Star of Italy (2024) Andrizzi established the Opera Festival of Chicago's Young and Emerging Artists Programs and previously served as founder and music director of the Cervantes Orchestra of Chicago. He has conducted masterclasses at Northwestern University and Cleveland Institute of Music, and worked with the Ryan Opera Center at Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Matthew Worthمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Opera Studies
• Contemporary Music
• Vocal Performance
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Matthew Worth is a Lecturer in Voice / Opera Studies at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. He specializes in contemporary opera productions and vocal performance, with notable roles in works such as JFK, Moby Dick, and The Passion of Yeshua. His teaching focuses on techniques like coloratura and messa di voce. Education: AD from The Juilliard School, MM from Manhattan School of Music, BA from University of Richmond Research interests include innovating vocal techniques for modern repertoire and bridging 20th/21st century compositions with classical training. Recent collaborations include Lyric Opera of Chicago, Washington National Opera, and Santa Fe Opera. Awards highlight his contribution to The Passion of Yeshua, which won a GRAMMY. He advises students on the relevance of their work and emphasizes incremental learning. Current projects include developing a vocalises book for contemporary repertoire demands.

Heather Henderson-Hryhoriwمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Pedagogy
• Opera Performance
• Music Education
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Heather Henderson-Hryhoriw is a seasoned Voice Faculty member at the Cowtown Opera Summer Academy and current faculty at the Mount Royal Vocal Academy. With over 30 years of experience, she specializes in vocal instruction, performance coaching, and choral direction. She holds a B.Mus. from the University of Colorado, Boulder, an M.Mus. from the University of Houston, and a Graduate Diploma from the Saint Louis Conservatory of Music. Her career spans performances with renowned institutions like the Calgary Opera, Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra, and Banff Festival, alongside roles as a coach/director for Cowtown Opera. She is an active member of the Calgary NATS Chapter (National Association of Teachers of Singing) and a sought-after adjudicator at Canadian music festivals. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes technique, musicianship, and artistic authenticity. Heather’s students have excelled in opera, theatre, education, and media across classical, music theatre, and contemporary genres. She integrates vocal pedagogy with interdisciplinary training in acting, dance, and Alexander Technique, reflecting her holistic approach to performer development.

Giancarlo Aquilantiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Conducting
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Giancarlo Aquilanti serves as Senior Lecturer and Director of Music Theory at Stanford University, with expertise spanning Composition, Music Theory, Conducting, and Wind Symphony performance. His academic foundation includes: Diploma in Trumpet from Conservatory of Music “Gioacchino Rossini” Pesaro (1979) Diploma in Composition, Choral Music and Conducting from Conservatory of Music “Gioacchino Rossini” Pesaro (1985) Master of Arts in Composition from California State University, Hayward (1988) Doctor of Musical Arts in Composition from Stanford University (1996) Aquilanti's creative output encompasses diverse compositional forms including orchestral works, choral arrangements, band pieces, string quartets, and full operas such as La povertà and Lot’s Women . His scholarly focus integrates music theory pedagogy with contemporary composition techniques , emphasizing vocal expression and instrumental ensemble dynamics across classical and modern idioms. Recognition includes Stanford's highest teaching honor: Walter J. Gores award for excellence in teaching (2003-04) His compositional development was shaped through studies with Paolo Ugoletti, Glenn Glasow, Wayne Peterson, and Jody Rockmaker, reflecting a synthesis of European and American musical traditions.

JungHae Kimمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Harpsichord Performance
• Historical Keyboard Instruments
• Baroque Music
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JungHae Kim is a Professor of Music Theory and Musicianship at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, renowned for her harpsichord virtuosity and advocacy of historical performance practices. As director of MusicSources (Center for Historically Informed Performance) and founder of Ensemble Mirable, she actively promotes early music through performances and recordings. Education: Diplomas in harpsichord performance from Peabody Institute, Oberlin Conservatory, and Sweelinck Conservatorium, culminating in studies with Gustav Leonhardt in Amsterdam. Her research and performance focus revolves around Baroque music, French harpsichord repertoire, and historical keyboard techniques. Notable performances include collaborations with Sigiswald Kuijken (2016) and Bart Kuijken (2023), as well as appearances with the San Francisco Symphony. Recordings include D’Anglebert's harpsichord works (2010), Bach suites (2017), and Triemer's cello sonatas (2004). Ensemble Mirable, which she co-founded, has received recognition from Early Music America for its innovative programming.

Robin Mayمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Performance
• Oboe
• Horn
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Robin May serves as a Lecturer at Stanford University specializing in Oboe and Horn performance. She maintains an active presence in the Bay Area orchestral community as a member of the Oakland Symphony, Pacific Chamber Symphony, and Symphony Napa Valley, with frequent performances alongside the San Francisco Symphony, Opera, Ballet, Marin Symphony, Modesto Symphony, and Santa Rosa Symphony. Her educational background includes: BA in Music from the University of California, Berkeley JD from the University of California, San Francisco College of the Law Dr. May's professional focus centers on wind instrument pedagogy and orchestral performance. Her teaching methodology integrates practical ensemble experience through leadership roles in regional musical organizations, emphasizing technical mastery of double-reed and brass instruments within diverse repertoire spanning classical symphonies, operas, and musical theater productions. She has mentored students through private instruction and served as Former Director of the Napa Valley Wind Sinfonia, developing curriculum for ensemble training and performance preparation. Her collaborative work extends across major Bay Area performance groups including Lamplighters, Pocket Opera, West Bay Opera, and San Francisco Musical Theater Productions, demonstrating exceptional versatility in symphonic, operatic, and theatrical contexts.

Jeremy Thurlowمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Classical Music
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Jeremy Thurlow is an Affiliated Lecturer and Director of Studies at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Music. He holds roles as Director of Studies at Robinson College and Lucy Cavendish College, alongside directing music programs. His work spans composition, writing, and performance, blending classical traditions with contemporary innovation. Thurlow's music has been performed globally by ensembles like the BBC Philharmonic and the Fitzwilliam String Quartet, and he has collaborated with artists such as Alastair Appleton on interdisciplinary projects like the video-opera A Sudden Cartography of Song . Roles : Affiliated Lecturer, Director of Studies (Robinson College, Lucy Cavendish College) Research : Focuses on composition, 20th-century music analysis, and interdisciplinary arts. His works explore themes like apocalyptic imagery, nature, and cultural fusion. Awards : George Butterworth Award (2007), Bogliasco Foundation Fellowship (2024). Teaching : Courses include composition, music analysis, and 20th-century history. Oversees the M.Phil. in Musical Composition. Thurlow’s recent projects include orchestral works, chamber music, and electroacoustic pieces, reflecting his commitment to pushing musical boundaries while engaging with historical and cultural narratives.

Edward Tyermanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Russian Literature
• Soviet Culture
• Sino-Soviet Relations
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Edward Tyerman is an Associate Professor at the University of California, Berkeley , affiliated with the Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures in the College of Letters & Science . His expertise spans 20th- and 21st-century Russian literature , Soviet internationalism , and Russia-East Asia cultural connections , with a focus on theoretical frameworks for analyzing cross-cultural interactions. Ph.D., Columbia University (Russian and Comparative Literature) M.Phil., Columbia University (Russian and Comparative Literature—Chinese) M.A., University College London (Russian Studies) B.A., University of Oxford (Classics and Modern Languages—Ancient Greek and Russian) Professor Tyerman's research interrogates Soviet representations of China , post-socialist subjectivities , and transnational cultural production . His work synthesizes literary theory , film analysis , and historical criticism to trace ideological and aesthetic exchanges. Recent publications explore Sino-Soviet cinematic collaboration , symbolic geopolitics , and factographic literary strategies . Themes include socialist internationalism , cultural appropriation , and ideological conflict in Eurasian contexts.

Janet Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Music
• Opera Singing
• Lieder
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Dame Janet Baker is an Honorary Professor at the University of York's School of Arts and Creative Technologies. A renowned British opera and lieder singer, she retired from the stage in 1984 and concerts in 1989. She served as Chancellor of the University of York from 1991 to 2004 and remains active through her membership on the Sir Jack Lyons Scholarship panel. She frequently engages with students via vocal master-classes. Her career has earned prestigious awards including an OBE, DBE, and the French Order of Arts and Letters. Her research and practice focus on vocal performance, classical music, and arts education. Though retired from performance, Dame Janet continues to contribute to academic and artistic communities through mentorship and institutional roles. No publications are listed in the provided text.

• Opera Performance
• Classical Voice
• Music Education
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John Tessier is a Professor of Voice in the Department of Music at the University of Alberta, serving as head of the voice and opera programs. A Juno Award winner, he is internationally recognized for his lyric tenor performances in opera, concert, and recital. His career spans prestigious venues like the Royal Opera House (Covent Garden), Wiener Staatsoper, Carnegie Hall, and Teatro Colón. Tessier collaborates with renowned artists such as Plácido Domingo, Valery Gergiev, and Kiri Te Kanawa, and his discography includes releases on Naxos, Telarc, and BIS. Beyond performance, he is sought after for coaching, masterclasses, and consultations. Education & Affiliations: No formal education details provided, but his academic role and international engagements underscore his expertise. His research interests focus on vocal performance, opera repertoire, and pedagogical methods. Recent Work: Recent and upcoming performances include the Wiener Musikverein, San Francisco Symphony, and Royal Liverpool Philharmonic. His artistic versatility bridges classical opera, oratorio, and recital traditions. Awards: Juno Award Teaching & Mentorship: Leads voice and opera programs, emphasizing artistic integrity and technical precision. No specific grants or lab affiliations mentioned, but his role as a mentor is central to his university responsibilities.

Dror Baitelمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• American Musical Theatre
• Golden Age of Musicals
• Romantic Operas
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Dror Baitel is an Assistant Professor of the Practice in Collaborative Piano and Music Director of Opera and Musical Theatre at the University of Notre Dame's Department of Music (College of Arts and Letters). He holds a DMA from The Juilliard School, with a dissertation on Sondheim's collaborative processes. His expertise spans classical music, Broadway, and opera, with notable roles in Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen. He conducts orchestras and teaches vocal coaching, diction, and collaborative piano. Education: DMA, The Juilliard School (2022) - Collaborative Piano MM, The Juilliard School (2017) BM, Mannes College of Music (2008) Research Interests: Focus on American musical theatre history, Sondheim's works, romantic operas (Verdi/Puccini), and the Golden Age of Musicals. His scholarly lectures include analyses of Sondheim's deconstruction of waltzes in musical composition. Performance Highlights: Conductor for Memphis Symphony Orchestra, music director for Broadway productions, and vocal coach for opera workshops. Extensive Broadway experience includes Hamilton and The King and I. Awards: C. V. Starr Fellowship, David Garvey Scholarship, and multiple competition prizes in piano and performance. Teaching & Leadership: Teaches collaborative piano, vocal diction, and conducts opera productions. Advises voice students and leads interdisciplinary projects blending performance with academic research.

Deborah Mayerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Opera Performance
• Vocal Pedagogy
• Contemporary Commercial Music
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Deborah Mayer is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Voice at the University of Notre Dame's College of Arts and Letters. An accomplished dramatic soprano, she specializes in Wagnerian and Verdi repertoire, with performances at the Metropolitan Opera, Théâtre du Châtelet, and Boston Symphony Orchestra. She teaches classical and contemporary vocal techniques, integrating Somatic Voicework™ pedagogy. Mayer's students have appeared on Broadway tours ( The Lion King ) and television ( The Tonight Show ). She also serves as vocal director for theater productions, including Notre Dame's A Chorus Line and Sweeney Todd .