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Steven Meadمشاهده پروفایل

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Royal Northern College of MusicUnited Kingdom

Steven Mead is a renowned Professor of Euphonium and Senior Tutor at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), where he has taught since 1989. His roles include chamber music coaching, conducting, and serving as Artistic Director of the Jeju International Wind Ensemble Festival and Bolsover International Brass Band Summer School. He holds a BA from Bristol University, ALCM (Associate of the London College of Music), and was honored as a Fellow of the RNCM in 2008. Dr. Mead’s research and performance focus on brass pedagogy, euphonium innovation, and cross-cultural collaborations. His work spans solo performances with orchestras worldwide, premiering over 500 works, and recordings on his Bocchino Music label. Notable achievements include winning four National Brass Band Championships at London’s Royal Albert Hall, two Euphonium Player of the Year titles, and Best Soloist in BBC’s Best of Brass (twice). He has led workshops globally, designed instruments with Besson, and pioneered criteria-based adjudication in brass competitions. His discography includes over 75 CDs, with releases like Rococo Variations (2016) and Audacious (2008), showcasing his technical mastery and artistic vision. Collaborations include Sound-Inn-Brass, Spanish Brass Quintet, and the National Youth Brass Band of Scotland. His contributions extend to educational materials, instrument consulting, and advocacy for low brass music. Current projects include directing international festivals and advancing brass pedagogy through innovative teaching methods and global outreach.

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Thomas Grillمشاهده پروفایل

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mdw - University of Music and Performing Arts ViennaAustria

Thomas Grill is a **Professor of Electroacoustic and Experimental Music** at the University for Music and Performing Arts, Graz (mdw). He leads the University Course for Electroacoustic and Experimental Music (ELAK) and oversees artistic research projects such as „Rotting Sounds“ (2018–2022) and „Spirits in Complexity“ (2024–2026) . His work bridges composition, technology, and interdisciplinary sound art. **Education**: Studies in Technical Physics (Linz) Computer Music & Electronic Media Master's in Interactive Electronic Instruments (Vienna) Doctorate in Composition and Music Theory (Graz) **Research Focus**: Electroacoustic improvisation, machine listening, neural networks in audio processing, and the intersection of decay processes with digital sound. His projects often explore trans-media installations and the philosophical implications of sound deterioration. **Awards**: Multiple accolades including the Prix Ars Electronica Honorary Mention and interdisciplinary artist awards from Austrian federal institutions. **Grants & Collaborations**: Active in the Applied/Experimental Sound Research Lab (2023–2026) and collaborates across academic and artistic domains.

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Ingrid Schmolinerمشاهده پروفایل

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Private University of Music and Arts of the City of ViennaAustria

Ingrid Schmoliner is a composer, pianist, and educator based in Vienna, affiliated with the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna (MUK). She teaches yodeling, overtone singing, improvisation, and advanced piano techniques internationally. Her work bridges contemporary classical music, free jazz, and experimental improvisation, often incorporating prepared piano and electronic elements. A notable project is MNEEM (2019), a commissioned piece for Wien Modern Festival exploring cyclic overtone series and prepared piano techniques. Educational Background: Classical piano studies at Klagenfurt State Conservatory, with additional training in jazz singing, yodeling, and overtone singing. Ensembles: Watussi, Para, Nabelòse (duo with Elena Kakaliagou), and GRIF (with Emilio Gordoa and Adam Pultz Melbye). Her research interests include transpersonal music experiences, ritualistic soundscapes, and the intersection of technology and human expression. Upcoming performances include the 2025 Meteo Festival and Wien Modern Festival.

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Panopoulos Panagiotisمشاهده پروفایل

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University of the AegeanGreece

Panagiotis Panopoulos is an Associate Professor in the Department of Social Anthropology and History at the University of the Aegean, where he has taught since 2003. His academic career includes visiting positions at Princeton University, UC Berkeley, and institutions in Germany. He holds a PhD from the University of the Aegean (1998), following studies in pedagogy at the University of Athens. His research focuses on sound anthropology, music anthropology, and performance studies, with notable work on Greek cultural practices, Deaf communities, and collaborations with visual artists. Key projects include the "Voice-o-graph" exhibition at documenta 14 (2017) and studies on sound symbolism in rural Greece. Research Interests: Panopoulos explores the intersection of sound, culture, and identity through ethnographic methods. His work examines how soundscapes shape cultural narratives, including studies of Greek folk traditions, Deaf art, and the role of music in constructing locality. Recent projects engage with sensory anthropology, acoustic ecology, and interdisciplinary art collaborations. Teaching & Courses: He teaches courses such as "Anthropology of Sound" and "Sound Anthropology and Sound Art" , emphasizing methodological innovation and interdisciplinary approaches. He also contributes to postgraduate programs in Social and Historical Anthropology. Collaborations: Active in international academic networks, Panopoulos has collaborated with institutions worldwide and participated in major exhibitions like the Greek Pavilion at the Venice Biennale (2019). His work bridges anthropology with contemporary art, emphasizing participatory and sensory-based research.

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Miroslav Mirosavljevمشاهده پروفایل

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Jam Music Lab Private UniversityAustria

Miroslav Mirosavljev is Dean of Studies (Faculty of Music Education) and holds the title of Univ.-Prof. for Guitar at the JAM MUSIC LAB Private University for Jazz and Popular Music in Vienna. He teaches at both JAM and the Friedrich Gulda School of Music, specializing in guitar pedagogy and jazz performance. Primary Affiliation: Faculty of Music Education, JAM University Positions: Dean of Studies (BAME/MAME programs), Guitar Professor His artistic education includes a Mag.art in Jazz Theory/Composition (University of Music and Performing Arts Graz, 2005) and a first degree in Jazz Guitar (2002). He has extensive teaching experience since 2015, combining academic roles with active performance. Research focuses on jazz pedagogy and contemporary guitar techniques, reflected in publications like Inspirational Corner: Chameleon Lab Explosion (2015). His work bridges traditional jazz education with modern performance practices. Key Awards: 1st Prize at Barga Jazz Big Band Competition (2001) As artistic director of the 'Guitar Days' workshop since 2021, he cultivates youth talent. Leads multiple bands including Mickyleeband (since 2008) and collaborates through ensembles like Chanda Rule and Mickylee (2016–present).

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Robert Kulhanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

Duke UniversityUnited States

Robert Kulhan is an Adjunct Professor of Business Administration at The Fuqua School of Business, Duke University, and an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School. He is the Founder & CEO of Business Improv® (BI), a global leader in experiential learning programs for corporations. Based in Chicago, LA, and NYC, BI serves Fortune 500 companies, government agencies, and leading business schools. Kulhan’s work focuses on applying improvisation techniques to enhance leadership, team collaboration, conflict resolution, and creative problem-solving. His programs are used by firms such as Google, PepsiCo, American Express, and the U.S. Department of Defense. His book, *Getting to 'Yes And'* (Stanford University Press, 2017), explores how improvisation principles improve business communication and decision-making. Kulhan has taught at institutions including Wharton, UCLA Anderson, and the Australian Graduate School of Management. As a performer, he trained at Chicago’s Second City and is a co-founder of the improv troupe *Baby Wants Candy*. Kulhan’s research interests include managerial improvisation, fostering collaborative cultures, and adaptive leadership. His work integrates behavioral science with improv techniques to address modern business challenges. Business Improv® programs are tailored for virtual, hybrid, and in-person teams, emphasizing skills like presence, adaptability, and effective communication.

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Alexander Gagatsisمشاهده پروفایل

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The University of ManchesterUnited Kingdom

Alexander Gagatsis is a Lecturer in Jazz Studies at the University of Manchester and Director of Performance, overseeing music performance courses. His research focuses on jazz improvisation, diasporic jazz studies, and music's role in social change. He holds a PhD from the University of Nottingham and advanced degrees from institutions including King's College London and the State University of New York. Gagatsis has led projects funded by the Simon Endowment and National Institute for Health and Care Research, exploring diasporic encounters in jazz and music's impact on dementia care. He has secured prestigious fellowships including the Leverhulme Early Career Fellowship and Berger-Berger-Carter Research Fellowship. His teaching spans jazz historiography, improvisation theory, and Balkan music studies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Education: PhD in Music, University of Nottingham (2018) Artist Diploma in Jazz Performance, State University of New York (2012) Master of Music, King’s College London (2013) Master of Music, Trinity College of Music (2009) Research Interests: Jazz improvisation cognition, diasporic jazz formations, music and psychology, cultural geography of jazz, and community music initiatives. Current projects include investigating improvisation's societal impact and music-based dementia care programs. Grants & Awards: National Institute for Health and Care Research (2022–2024) Simon Endowment Collaborative Research (2021–2023) British Academy/Leverhulme Grant (2019) Collaborations: Works with Manchester Camerata, Salford Institute for Dementia, and the Martin Harris Centre. Supervises an ESRC-funded PhD on dementia studies through participatory music research.

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Fabrice Marandolaمشاهده پروفایل

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McGill UniversityCanada

Fabrice Marandola is an Associate Professor and Area Coordinator (Percussion) at McGill University’s Schulich School of Music. He holds a PhD in Ethnomusicology from the Sorbonne (2003) and has performed extensively with orchestras such as the National Orchestra of France and the New Philharmonic Orchestra of Radio France. His research focuses on percussion performance, ethnomusicological studies of Central African music, and the intersection of music with new technologies. He has been a key figure in Montreal’s contemporary music scene since 2005, co-founding the Sixtrum Percussion Ensemble and serving as Associate Director of the CIRMMT from 2009-2014. His awards include Prix Opus for innovative performances and a Senior Research Chair (Sorbonne-Universités, 2015-2016). His pedagogy emphasizes exploration and creativity, integrating gesture analysis and eye-tracking technologies. He directs the McGill Percussion Ensemble and has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications, including studies on Bedzan Pygmy polyphonies and cross-cultural percussion techniques. Education: PhD in Musicology (Sorbonne, 2003) DEA in Music History (Sorbonne, 1994) Master’s in Music (Sorbonne, 1993) Conservatory Diplomas (Paris, 1991-1997) Research Interests: Marandola’s work spans percussion performance science , ethnomusicology of Central Africa , and music-technology interfaces . He pioneers methodologies combining experimental techniques with traditional fieldwork, particularly in analyzing Bedzan Pygmy vocal polyphonies and Zandé xylophones. His recent projects explore eye-hand synchronization in xylophone performance and haptics-based music education tools. Grants & Leadership: - Elected President of Le Vivier’s board (2014-2017) - Co-directed the Rythmopolis festival (2018-19) - Principal investigator on DiP-Core documentation project Labs & Teams: - CIRMMT (Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Music Media and Technology) - Sixtrum Percussion Ensemble - Akrostick Percussion Duo - McGill Percussion Ensemble

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Kelton Norrisمشاهده پروفایل

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Shepherd UniversityUnited States

Kelton Norris is a faculty member at Shepherd University's School of Music, specializing in jazz performance and education. With roots in rural Mississippi and formal training from the University of Southern Mississippi (Music Education) and Northern Illinois University (Master's in Jazz Performance), Norris is recognized for his rhythmic precision and performance expertise. He has performed with notable artists like Joan Rivers, Cyrus Chestnut, and Thad Wilson, at venues such as Chicago’s Jazz Showcase and the Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage. His teaching extends beyond Shepherd University to private studios at Sidwell Friends School, Holy Trinity Episcopal School, and School of Rock. Norris was honored as Best Drummer by Washington City Paper in 2016, highlighting his contributions to jazz. Based in the DC metropolitan area, he remains active in the regional music scene.

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Hannen Wolfeمشاهده پروفایل

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Colby CollegeUnited States

Hannen Wolfe is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Colby College, specializing in the intersection of technology and artistic expression. Their work explores human-machine communication, interactive sculpture, and virtual/mixed reality through a media arts lens. Currently teaching courses like CS151 (Computational Thinking: Visual Media) and CS453 (Interactive Systems II). Education: Ph.D. in Media Arts and Technology, University of California, Santa Barbara M.S. in Computer Science, UCSB M.S. in Media Arts and Technology, UCSB B.A. in Liberal Arts with Visual Arts concentration, Bennington College Research Interests: Focuses on creating embodied technologies through new media art, including robotic theater, emotive sound design, and interactive installations that challenge social norms. Recent projects include a robo-pickup artist exploring gender norms and the Cacophonic Choir installation addressing survivor narratives. Specializes in how physical embodiment influences human-technology interaction and ethical implications of AI in art. Articles Trends: Publications span 2015-2025, emphasizing interactive systems development, ethical robotics, and cross-disciplinary art-tech collaborations. Recent work (2023-2025) explores generative AI in printmaking and material-based digital art. Advising/Grants: No listed advisees or grants in provided materials. Active in curating immersive installations and techno-art exhibitions. Labs/Teams: No specific lab mentioned; collaborates across art and computer science departments on hybrid media projects.

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Katrien Foubertمشاهده پروفایل

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KU LeuvenBelgium

Katrien Foubert serves as Assistant Professor at the Department of Development and Regeneration within KU Leuven's Faculty of Medicine. She coordinates the Music Therapy unit at Leuven Woman and Child while maintaining dual affiliations with the School of Arts (Associated Faculty) and research centers including the Leuven Centre for Health Humanities (LCH²) and KU Leuven Brain Institute (LBI). Her institutional roles extend to membership in the Departmental Council of Development and Regeneration as senior academic staff. Dr. Foubert's research centers on music therapy applications for mental health across developmental stages, with specialization in improvisational techniques for autistic populations, child/adolescent resilience, and interpersonal trust frameworks. Her work bridges clinical practice with health humanities, examining social-emotional development through musical interventions while integrating neuroscience perspectives from her LBI affiliation. Key methodological innovations include photovoice documentation and cross-border knowledge exchange initiatives. Analysis of her 2024 publications reveals three dominant trajectories: 1) Clinical frameworks for trust and aggression management in therapeutic relationships, 2) Technology-health-music convergence through projects like "Sonic Frontiers", and 3) Family-system interventions focusing on sibling dynamics in developmental disorders. These outputs demonstrate consistent emphasis on evidence-based practice development within European mental healthcare contexts. Dr. Foubert currently leads five major research projects including "The Art of Resilience" (2024-2028) exploring musical approaches to adolescent resilience, "Inhibition/Interval" (2023-2027) developing autotheoretical performance methodologies, and longitudinal studies on ASD interventions. Her grant portfolio reflects sustained funding for music therapy applications in intellectual disabilities, autism, and mental healthcare systems across Flanders and the Netherlands. As coordinator of Leuven's Music Therapy unit within the Woman and Child division, she directs clinical operations while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration through the Leuven Centre for Health Humanities. Her leadership in the International Conference on Improvisation in Music Therapy demonstrates active engagement in shaping global research standards for the field.

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Bradley Teal Ellisمشاهده پروفایل

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Purchase College, State University of New YorkUnited States

Bradley Teal Ellis serves as a Lecturer of Dance at the Conservatory of Dance, Purchase College, State University of New York, while maintaining active faculty roles at Movement Research (a global leader in experimental movement) and NYU's Tisch Experimental Theatre Wing. He has additionally taught as a guest instructor at Gibney Dance, The New School, University of the Arts, Temple University, and Ethical Culture Fieldston School. Education Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), University of North Carolina, Greensboro With 17 years of dedicated practice in contact improvisation, Ellis is a Brooklyn-based dance improviser whose work bridges performance and pedagogy. His research explores embodied collaboration through experimental dance frameworks, emphasizing real-time composition and physical dialogue. This manifests in performances at institutions including MoMA PS1, Joyce Soho, 92nd Street Y, and Movement Research at the Judson Church, establishing him within avant-garde dance discourse. Scientific Awards No awards documented in source material Advising and Grants The provided text contains no references to graduate students, research grants, or formal advising relationships, though his institutional roles imply pedagogical mentorship in dance technique and improvisation. Laboratories and Teams Ellis is a core faculty member of Movement Research, internationally recognized as a premier laboratory for experimental dance development, where he contributes to its mission of advancing movement investigation through workshops, performances, and community building.

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Øyvind Nypanمشاهده پروفایل

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University of AgderNorway

Øyvind Nypan is an Associate Professor at the University of Agder , specializing in Rhythmic Music within the College of Arts and Education . He coordinates the Talent Development Program (TUP) , focusing on music pedagogy and performance. His research interests include Music Performance , Jazz Studies , and Guitar Pedagogy , with a strong emphasis on Ensemble Dynamics and Experimental Composition . His work explores Collaborative Artistry and Performance Innovation , often integrating Contemporary Techniques and Multimedia Elements . Recent publications highlight trends in Ensemble Performances , Jazz Interpretation , and Digital Adaptation during the pandemic. He has produced albums like The Tronosonic Experience II and Big City , reflecting his Creative Expression and Genre-Bending style.

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Timothy Honigمشاهده پروفایل

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Westfield State UniversityUnited States

Timothy Honig serves as Assistant Professor of Music Therapy and program director for the music therapy degree at Westfield State University. A board-certified music therapist (MT-BC), he maintains clinical practice in psychiatric health, oncology, private practice, and medical settings with expertise in improvisation, song-based interventions, and imagery techniques. His educational qualifications include: PhD in Music Therapy from Aalborg University, Denmark Master in Music Therapy (MMT) from Appalachian State University Bachelor of Music in performance from Lawrence University Conservatory Dr. Honig's research specializes in therapeutic applications of music and imagery within mental healthcare systems, with emphasis on Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) methodology. His scholarly work explores depth psychological approaches through music-centered therapy, presented at regional, national, and international conferences across multiple continents. Professional recognition includes: Fellow of the Association for Music and Imagery Academic leadership encompasses editorial roles as Co-Editor of the Journal of the Association for Music and Imagery and Article Editor for Voices: A World Forum for Music Therapy. His teaching career spans appointments at Drexel University, Rowan University, and Appalachian State University, where he directed clinical internships and supervised music therapy trainees in mental healthcare facilities.

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Chris Tonelliمشاهده پروفایل

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University of GroningenNetherlands

Chris Tonelli serves as Assistant Professor in History and Theory of Popular Music at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Arts, specializing in Media, Cultural Industries & Society. His interdisciplinary work bridges musicology, critical theory, and sound studies. His research centers on vocal practices across experimental and popular contexts. Key interests include: Theoretical frameworks for voice and vocality Global popular music systems Free jazz vocal improvisation Sound studies applications in healthcare Mobile music technologies His scholarship demonstrates consistent engagement with critical theory and cultural politics, particularly through analyses of scat singing, vocalese, and experimental vocal techniques. Recent publications reveal a trajectory from game music identity studies (2021) to dementia care applications (2024), with significant focus on vocal improvisation history. His work connects technical musical analysis with broader social implications. Tonelli actively contributes to academic communities through editorial roles as Book Reviews Editor for Critical Studies in Improvisation and board memberships including Stichting Here & Now. He leads performance-based research initiatives like the Transnational Vocal Exploration Choir and Genetic Choir projects, merging scholarly inquiry with artistic practice. These efforts include collaborations with artists like Phil Minton and Sainkho Namtchylak, particularly evident in pandemic-era digital performances.

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