جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Gina McCormackمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Music Performance
• Violin Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Gina McCormack is a Professor of Violin at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), renowned as one of Britain’s leading violinists. She leads a distinguished career in solo and chamber music performances, having been first violinist of the Sorrel Quartet (13 years) and later the Brodsky Quartet. She has recorded extensively, including Shostakovich quartets and works by Britten, Mendelssohn, and Elgar. Her duo partnership with pianist Nigel Clayton emphasizes recital work. Former Professorial roles: Trinity Laban Conservatoire (11 years), Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (7 years). Collaborations: Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures productions (including iconic “Swan Lake”), London Chamber Orchestra. Education: Studied with György Pauk at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, attended masterclasses with Sandor Vegh, Dorothy DeLay, and others. Research interests focus on violin technique, chamber music interpretation, and pedagogy. Her recordings have earned critical acclaim, blending technical mastery with expressive artistry. Awards: Multiple competition prizes, notable discography recognitions, and patronage roles including Patron of Music in Peebles to support young musicians. Labs/Teams: Active with the Sorrel Quartet, Brodsky Quartet, and New Adventures orchestra. Current focus: Solo performances and teaching at RNCM.

Carlos Quesadaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Collaborative Piano
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Carlos Quesada is an Assistant Professor and Vocal Collaborative Pianist at the School of Music, University of Texas at Austin. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance from UT Austin, a Master of Music and Postgraduate Diploma from Royal Northern College of Music, UK, and diplomas in teaching and concert performance from Conservatoire Neuchâtelois, Switzerland. Research and performance focus on piano and chamber music collaborations Active in international performance venues including Switzerland, UK, Argentina, and the US Recognized through awards like the DMA Outstanding Chamber Music Recital and multiple competition prizes His affiliations include the World Piano Teachers Association, College Music Society, and Texas Music Teachers Association.

• Ethnomusicology
• Middle Eastern Music
• African Music
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Michael Frishkopf is a Professor and Director of Graduate Studies in the Department of Music at the University of Alberta, and Director of the Canadian Centre for Ethnomusicology. He also holds an adjunct professorship at the University for Development Studies in Ghana. His academic journey includes a BSc in Mathematics from Yale University (1984), MA in Ethnomusicology from Tufts University (1989), and PhD in Music from UCLA (1999). His primary roles include teaching ethnomusicology courses (e.g., MUSIC 148, MUSIC 465) and leading research initiatives in music and global health, soundscapes, and Islamic ritual studies. Education: BSc Mathematics, Yale University (1984) MA Ethnomusicology, Tufts University (1989) PhD Music, UCLA (1999) Research interests span ethnomusicology, Sufi music, sound in Islamic rituals, music and global health, machine learning applications, and social network analysis. He founded the West African Music Ensemble (1999) and Middle Eastern Music Ensemble (2004). His work bridges disciplines including anthropology, computer science, and public health. Key projects include the Autonomous Adaptive Soundscapes initiative for ICU patients, Music for Global Human Development (promoting health in Ghana, Liberia, and Ethiopia), and Music, Sound, and Architecture in Islam . He has published over 100 works and received awards such as the 2020 Edmonton Interfaith Advocate Award and 2018 Community Connection Award. Grants include funding from SSHRC, CFI, and the Fulbright Foundation. He advises numerous collaborative projects and serves on boards like the Egyptian Center for Culture and Art. His research emphasizes participatory action research, particularly using music as a tool for social change and health promotion. Labs/Teams: Canadian Centre for Ethnomusicology (CCE), Genetic Music Collective, TransCultural Orchestra. Current projects include AI for Sound Societies and Mindful Social Listening for student mental health.

Guillaume Boussardمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Studies
• Ancient Greek Literature
• Latin Literature
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Guillaume Boussard is a Lecturer in Classical Letters at the University of Rouen Normandy, affiliated with the ERIAC research unit (UR 4705) within the College of Letters and Human Sciences. His work bridges academic scholarship and public engagement through the performance and translation of ancient Greek and Latin texts. His research centers on poetic translation techniques and performance of classical literature, with deep expertise in Lucretius, Aeschylus, and Homer. He pioneers isometric translation methods that preserve original meter while exploring verse musicality, reception studies, and contemporary relevance of ancient works. His interdisciplinary approach connects philology with artistic practice. Boussard's publications reveal consistent focus on translating epic and dramatic works while maintaining formal precision, particularly in Lucretius' philosophical poetry and Greek tragedy. His work demonstrates how rhythmic structures and performative elements can revitalize classical texts for modern audiences. Scientific awards: Winner of the first bards’ competition (2007) Through extensive recitals and theatrical collaborations, Boussard has brought ancient texts to diverse audiences via festivals like Dionysies and Milliaires. His educational workshops at institutions including Lycée Jeanne-d'Arc demonstrate commitment to making classical languages accessible, blending scholarly rigor with creative pedagogy.

Anna Starzec-Makandasisمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Musicology
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Anna Starzec-Makandasis is an Assistant Professor at the I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music in Poznan, Poland, affiliated with the Institute of String Instruments . She teaches piano accompaniment and holds a qualified doctor degree in music art (2019). Her career spans solo and chamber music performance across Poland, Italy, Norway, Germany, Israel, and the USA. Educated at I.J. Paderewski Academy of Music (MA 2005), Oklahoma City University (MM 2010), Southern Methodist University (Artist Certificate 2012), and Stony Brook University (Doctor of Arts 2012) Her research focuses on piano performance, chamber music interpretation, and Polish music. She has released four critically acclaimed CDs, including works by Scarlatti, Lutosławski, and Gawroński, and contributed to the publication Viola: Spectrum of Artistic Imperative (2018). Her performances include collaborations with violinist Anna Maria Staśkiewicz, violist Mariusz Murawski, and orchestras in Oklahoma and Tel Aviv. Recipient of multiple awards: Third Prize in Rome (2003), First Prize at OMTA (2006), Grand Prize Virtuoso in London (2016) Notable achievements: Lecture-recitals on Domenico Scarlatti’s sonatas (2018), performances at Felicia Blumenthal Festival (Tel Aviv), Polish Chamber Music Conference (2020)

Sebastian Balmesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Premodern Japanese Literature
• Religious and Cultural History of Japan
• Narratology
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Sebastian Balmes is a Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer in Japanese Studies at the Institute of Asian and Oriental Studies, University of Zurich. Since 2023, he has been a postdoctoral researcher in the SNSF project “Time and Emotion in Medieval Japanese Literature,” focusing on premodern Japanese literary analysis, narratology, and cultural history. Doctorate in Japanese Studies (LMU Munich, 2019) Magister Artium (Japanese Studies, LMU Munich, 2008–2013) Research in Japan (Waseda University, 2010–2011) His research integrates narratological theory with historical linguistics to explore premodern Japanese literature, particularly Heian and medieval war tales (gunki monogatari). Key themes include temporality, Buddhist discourse on literature, and text-image relationships in handscrolls. He has pioneered German-language research on Japanese narrative traditions. Recent publications analyze time, emotion, and narrative structure in Japanese texts, with a monograph on narratology and premodern literature (2022). His work bridges Japanese cultural history and modern theoretical frameworks. Dissertation Prize of the Faculty for the Study of Culture (2019) LMU Completion Grant (2019) LMU Research Prize for Gifted Students (2013) Doctoral scholarship (German Academic Foundation, 2015–2019) DAAD scholarship (2010–2011) Balmes has edited volumes on premodern Japanese literature and contributed to exhibition catalogs, focusing on narrative art and cultural transmission. His advising and mentoring roles at LMU Munich (2014–2020) and teaching experience (2013–2015) highlight his dedication to education.

Laurie San Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Music Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Laurie San Martin is a Professor of Music at the University of California, Davis, serving as department chair and undergraduate advisor for music majors with last names N-Z. She holds a PhD in Theory and Composition from Brandeis University and a B.A. in Music from UC Davis (1991). Her primary roles include teaching composition, music theory, and recital preparation, while maintaining active involvement in compositional research and performance activities. Research & Creative Work: San Martin specializes in contemporary concert music for chamber ensembles, orchestra, and chorus. Her compositions explore intersections of texture and line, often incorporating experimental techniques and cross-cultural influences. Notable works include Witches (2018), a chamber-choral piece with lyrics by Lucy Corin; Night Owls (2024), a Barlow Endowment-commissioned work for Ensemble Ari; and Elective Affinities (2013), blending Korean gayageum with string quartet. She frequently collaborates with ensembles like Earplay, Left Coast Chamber Ensemble, and Volti. Performed internationally in Europe, South America, and Asia Recipient of prestigious awards including the Guggenheim Fellowship (2016), Andrew Imbrie Award (2018), and Barlow Endowment commissions Teaching & Mentorship: As an advisor, she supports music majors while mentoring emerging composers through programs like the Pacific Chamber Orchestra's Dream American workshop. Her pedagogical focus includes fostering creativity and technical mastery in composition students. Recent Activities: In 2023, she served as guest faculty at the Cortona Sessions in Italy, where her works Octurnal , Miniatures , and Conveyer Belt Dreaming were performed. Ongoing projects include a 2025 residency at the São Paulo Contemporary Composers Festival and a new work for the Empyrean Ensemble. Awards & Recognition: Her accolades reflect her impact on contemporary music, including the League of Composers-ISCM Fellowship and ASCAP Morton Gould Young Composer Awards. She has held residencies at prestigious institutions like the MacDowell Colony and Yaddo.

• South Asian civilizations
• Continuity and change in cultural traditions
• Coexistence of religions and cultures
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Cezary Galewicz is a Professor at the Jagiellonian University's Department of Comparative Civilization Studies, specializing in South Asian civilizations. His work bridges historical, anthropological, and literary methodologies, focusing on ritual practices, manuscript cultures, and intercultural coexistence. Contact: cezary.galewicz@uj.edu.pl . Research Interests Contemporary traditional knowledge systems in India and South Asia Ritual and performance in religious traditions Cultural history of books, print, and new media Colonial/postcolonial studies and diffusion of ideas Projects "Lands of memory, kingdoms of writing, empires of print" (2012/05/B/HS2/04103) "Living Libraries" (2003/25) on Rigveda transmission "Books and scholarly communities" (2008/34) on Yamala-astaka-tantra "Les Mondes Lettrés" at EHESS, Paris Achievements Visiting Professor at EHESS, Paris

Stuart MacRaeمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Opera Composition
• Tonal Harmony
• Anthropocene Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stuart MacRae is a Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer in Composition at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's School of Music. He holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh and has held prestigious roles such as BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Composer-in-Association (1999–2003) and Lammermuir Festival Composer in Association (2017–2019). His research focuses on operatic word-setting, tonal harmony, and artistic responses to the Anthropocene. Education: PhD, University of Edinburgh (2014) MMus, Guildhall School of Music and Drama (1997) BMus, University of Durham (1996) His research interests include operatic composition, reimagining tonal structures, and environmental themes. Notable works include the opera Anthropocene (2019), which toured internationally and won multiple awards, and Ghost Patrol (2013), honored with the South Bank Sky Arts Award. His music has been performed by leading ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and recorded by NMC and Delphian. Recent projects include collaborations with Louise Welsh and commissions for Scottish Opera. He has been awarded the Large Scale New Work Award (2020) and Creative Scotland Bursary (2014).

• History of Photography
• Colonial History
• British History (19th-20th Century)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Foliard is a Researcher at the Université de Paris within the Department of Arts and Visual Culture - History and Civilization . His work focuses on the history of photography, British colonial history (19th-20th centuries), and the intersection of colonialism with knowledge production and visual culture. Research interests include the politics of colonial archives, the role of photography in imperial projects, and the ethical dimensions of representing historical trauma. He has contributed to debates on digital humanities methods for analyzing colonial visual materials, particularly through computational approaches to image databases like the EyCon Dataset. Recent publications emphasize contested colonial narratives, the materiality of photographic archives, and the interplay between violence and visual representation. Key themes include the violence of colonial photography , the memory of conflict , and the reconstruction of silenced histories . Foliard collaborates with institutions like the LARCA (Laboratoire d'Analyse et de Récits des Cultures et des Arts) and maintains an active presence in academic publishing, including special issue curation and critical reviews of historical scholarship on imperialism and visual culture.

• Organ Music
• Organ Historiography
• British Organ Culture
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrew McCrea serves as Professor of Organ Supporting Studies and Academic Programmes at the Royal College of Music (RCM), where he teaches undergraduate and postgraduate courses including history, stylistic-techniques, and supervises student projects, lecture-recitals, and dissertations. He also holds significant positions as Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Studies at the Royal College of Organists (RCO), overseeing accreditation, educational programs, publications, and archival collections. McCrea's research focuses on organ historiography with particular expertise in British organ culture and the evolution of organs and organ playing in the Baltic region. His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent trajectory examining historical organ traditions, national stylistic developments, and the evolution of organ literature across different cultural contexts. Editor of the annual Journal of the Royal College of Organists Guest editor of the Journal of the British Institute of Organ Studies (2004, 2018) Author and co-editor of The Nordic-Baltic Organ Book (2003) Contributor to The Cambridge Companion to the Organ (1998) Contributor to Routledge's Studies in English Organ Music (2018) McCrea's academic contributions span organ historiography, performance practice, and regional organ traditions, with particular emphasis on British and Baltic organ cultures. His research demonstrates consistent engagement with historical documentation, archival materials, and the evolution of organ literature across different national contexts. His scholarly awards include the Medal of the Royal College of Organists (2023) for outstanding contribution and distinguished service to the RCO. As an organist, McCrea serves as curator-organist of St Swithun's, Worcester (housing a significant historical organ from 1795/1845), has performed internationally, and was a finalist in the Lahti International Organ Competition (1997). He continues to advise on the Gothenburg International Organ Academy archival project, bridging his scholarly and practical expertise in organ culture preservation.

• Classical Music
• Chamber Music
• Cello Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Julian Smiles is a Senior Lecturer in Cello at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, part of the University of Sydney. He holds prestigious roles in Australian classical music, including former Principal Cello of the Australian Chamber Orchestra and frequent guest principal with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra. He is a core member of the Australia Ensemble (UNSW) and co-founder of the internationally acclaimed Goldner String Quartet. His performances span soloist engagements with major orchestras, chamber music festivals, and premieres of Australian contemporary works. Ensembles: Goldner String Quartet, Australia Ensemble UNSW Performance Venues: Sydney Opera House, Melbourne Recital Centre, Townsville Civic Theatre Repertoire Focus: Classical chamber works, Australian compositions, and international contemporary pieces Research interests include chamber music interpretation, performance practice, and pedagogy rooted in his studies with Nelson Cooke and Janos Starker. He regularly collaborates with composers like Mark Isaacs and Carl Vine, premiering new works. Teaching emphasizes linking technical mastery with artistic expression through historical and contemporary repertoire. Recent performances include the 30th anniversary season of the Goldner Quartet at Sydney Conservatorium, Hyperion Records releases, and international tours to New Zealand and India. His 2024 recording Bird Spirit Dreaming explores Australian musical identity through contemporary compositions. Grants and collaborations involve Musica Viva Australia, Huntington Estate Music Festival, and the Australian World Orchestra. His pedagogical work includes masterclasses at Four Winds Festival and mentoring emerging chamber musicians. Labs/Teams: Goldner String Quartet (30-year partnership), Australia Ensemble UNSW (since 1991), Sydney Conservatorium Cello Studio.

Simon Mawhinneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Computer-assisted composition
• Electronic Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Mawhinney is a Professor in the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's University Belfast, specializing in composition with a focus on instrumental and electronic media. His work bridges complexist music, post-spectral harmonies, and cultural cantillation influences. Notable collaborations include projects with ensembles in Germany, France, and Iceland. He holds a Queen’s University Teaching Award (2012) and has pioneered modules on Messiaen’s music. His research explores new music performance, computer-assisted composition (using OpenMusic), and experimental technologies. Current roles include PhD supervision in composition, convening MA research methods modules, and undergraduate composition instruction. Key achievements include commissions from Ensemble Caput (Iceland) and Garth Knox/Quatuor Béla, resulting in works such as Marlacoo and a viola d’amore/string quartet piece premiered in Paris (2013). Recent projects involve recordings with pianist Mary Dullea and bass flutist Kolbeinn Bjarnason. His fingerprint research areas include labour studies in composition, technical performance practices, and avant-garde instrumentation. Over 35 compositions span decades, with 2016-2019 works emphasizing electronic integration and algorithmic processes. Awards include the AIC Composition Prize (2001) and Ann Driver Trust Award (2000). Professional service roles include Elected Member of the Academic Council since 2010 and Exams Liason Officer (2009-2011). Teaching: Undergraduate modules on Messiaen, Beethoven's late works, and composition techniques Research: Focus on postwar modernism, new musical technologies, and performance-based creation Public Engagement: Active in festivals, radio interviews, and international recitals

Catherine Wolframمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Complex Analysis
• Probability Theory
• Geometry
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Catherine Wolfram is a Gibbs Assistant Professor at Yale University and a National Science Foundation (NSF) postdoctoral fellow. She holds a PhD in Mathematics from MIT (2024), advised by Scott Sheffield, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Chicago. Her research focuses on complex analysis, probability, and geometry, with applications to statistical mechanics and random surfaces. She has presented her work at institutions including the University of Michigan, Columbia University, and international conferences such as the World Congress on Probability and Statistics. Her recent activities include talks on dimer models, holography in mathematical physics, and Teichmüller theory. Catherine has also engaged in teaching roles at MIT, leading recitations in probability and multivariable calculus. Her research has been supported by NSF postdoctoral funding, and her work has been published in journals like International Mathematics Research Notices (IMRN). She actively collaborates with researchers in probability, geometry, and mathematical physics, evidenced by her co-authored papers and participation in workshops at IHES, CIRM, and the Fields Institute.

Janice Parkمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Janice Park is an Assistant Professor of Music and Coordinator of Secondary Piano at Chapman University's Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music, where she has taught since 1995. Her roles include teaching Applied Piano, Piano Pedagogy, and Piano Studio classes, alongside active performance and leadership activities. Education Chapman University - Bachelor of Music University of Southern California - Master of Music University of Southern California - Doctor of Musical Arts Dr. Park's research and creative work focuses on piano pedagogy, performance education, and collaborative recitals. Her scholarship includes exploring techniques for teaching dynamic control in piano performance and producing chamber music recordings with composition faculty works. Her artistic career spans solo, ensemble, and collaborative performances, including world-premiere concerts in South America and California, and collaborations with the Detroit Chamber Winds & Strings and Los Angeles Philharmonic musicians. Scientific Awards The Shaun Naidoo Legacy Award for Outstanding Contributions to the Hall-Musco Conservatory of Music (2018) Dr. Park mentors students who have earned top honors in festivals and competitions. She actively contributes to professional organizations like MTNA, MTAC, CAPMT, and Pi Kappa Lambda, serving as Vice President/Program Chair for MTAC Orange County Branch and former Board Member of the Musical Arts Club of Orange County.