جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Lauren Curnowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Opera
• Classical Music
• Musical Theater
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Lauren Curnow serves as an Adjunct Professor of Voice in the School of Performing Arts at DeSales University. A versatile mezzo soprano, she bridges classical opera, musical theater, and contemporary performance traditions with exceptional dramatic range. Her academic foundation includes: Doctoral candidate in Vocal Performance, Mason Gross School of Music, Rutgers University Master of Music, The Juilliard School Master of Opera Performance, The Curtis Institute of Music Bachelor of Arts in Theater Arts and English, Muhlenberg College Ms. Curnow maintains an active international performance career spanning major opera houses and festivals. Her repertoire demonstrates deep expertise in 19th-20th century operatic works and symphonic literature, with recent portrayals including Angelina in Rossini's La Cenerentola and Anna Maurrant in Kurt Weill's Street Scene . She has performed eight mainstage roles with The Lyric Opera of Chicago and collaborated with conductors including Seiji Ozawa and Sir Andrew Davis at venues like Florence's Maggio Musicale Fiorentino and Japan's Saito-Kinen Festival. Her teaching philosophy integrates rigorous classical training with contemporary theatrical expression, preparing students for diverse vocal careers across multiple performance genres.

Monica Huismanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Opera Performance
• Vocal Pedagogy
• Classical Singing
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Monica Huisman serves as an Instructor of Voice at the Desautels Faculty of Music, University of Manitoba, teaching voice, opera role studies, and language diction (Czech and Italian). An acclaimed lyric soprano, she performs internationally with major opera companies and orchestras across Canada, Europe, and Latin America. Education BEd, University of Manitoba Opera Diploma, University of Toronto Artistic Focus Huisman specializes in dramatic opera roles and concert repertoire, with particular expertise in Czech works like Janáček's Cunning Little Vixen and Smetana's The Bartered Bride . Her concert performances span Beethoven's symphonies, Mahler's oratorios, and Baroque masterworks. Fluent in English, Dutch, and Italian (conversational French), she integrates linguistic precision into vocal coaching and diction instruction. Professional Engagement She mentors voice students while maintaining an active performance schedule with orchestras including the National Arts Centre Orchestra and Toronto Symphony. Huisman extends her impact through community work with the St. Johns Ambulance Dog Therapy program alongside her golden retriever Lola, providing therapeutic visits in healthcare and educational settings.

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Classical Music
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Irena Milkevičiūtė is a Professor of Vocal Performance at the Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre (LMTA), where she specializes in advanced vocal training. An internationally acclaimed soprano, she performs leading roles across major opera houses including the Moscow Bolshoi Theatre, La Scala, Metropolitan Opera, and Latvian National Opera, collaborating with world-renowned orchestras and conductors such as Valery Gergiev. Her artistic focus centers on dramatic and lyric soprano repertoire spanning Verdi, Puccini, Wagner, and Tchaikovsky. Milkevičiūtė’s interpretations of roles like Aida, Turandot, Brünnhilde, and Tatyana demonstrate exceptional technical mastery and emotional depth. She has performed across 20+ countries including the USA, Japan, Brazil, and European nations, partnering with legendary artists like Maria Guleghina and Paata Burchuladze. Her extraordinary contributions to music and theatre have earned numerous prestigious honors: Lithuanian National Award (1988) and National Culture and Arts Award (2000) Two-time Best Opera Soloist of the Year (2002, 2003) Golden Cross of the Stage (2020), Lithuania’s highest theatrical honor International competition victories including Mikhail Glinka (1st, 1977) and Tchaikovsky Competition diploma (1978) Poland’s Cavalry Medal for Artistic Achievements (1999) and Latvian National Opera’s Aldaris Award (2001) Milkevičiūtė serves as a judge for the Latvian National Opera’s soloist evaluations and previously contributed to the LNOBT Opera Studies Commission, bridging performance excellence with academic mentorship.

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Classical Music
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Julija Stupnianek Kalėdienė is an Associate Professor at the Department of Vocal Performance, Lithuanian Academy of Music and Theatre (LMTA), and a principal soprano at the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre (LNOBT) since 2000. Appointed to the LMTA faculty in 2005, she attained the rank of Associate Professor in 2015. Her academic foundation includes a master's degree from LMTA (2003), earned after commencing studies in 1991. She refined her artistry through master classes with Ingeborg Wamser (Vienna, 1999), Galina Preobrazhenskaya (Moscow, 2000), and Håkan Hagegård (Sweden, 2000). Her research and pedagogical focus centers on vocal performance, operatic interpretation, and cross-cultural repertoire spanning Baroque to contemporary works. She specializes in Lithuanian and Russian operas while maintaining expertise in Italian, German, and French traditions. Her pedagogy emphasizes vocal technique, linguistic precision (Russian C2, Italian B2, German B2), and dramatic characterization across 20+ leading roles. Her distinguished accolades include the Grand Prix at the International Competition for Singers "Art in the 21st Century" (Kiev, 2005) and the Regina di Romanza nomination (San-Marino, 2018). Additional honors: 3rd prize, Dichler-Sato International Competition, Vienna (1999) 3rd prize, International Vocal Competition Romansiada, Moscow (2000) 1st prize, Vincė Jonuškaitė-Zaunienė Competition, Vilnius (2000, 2001) 3rd prize, International Competition of Concertmasters and Singers, Vilnius (2005) Lempaala International Competition for opera singers, Finland (2006) Musical Performance and Pedagogy competition, Lonigo, Italy (2011) She actively advances vocal pedagogy through international master classes (Kazakhstan, Italy, Greece) and maintains an extensive performance schedule across European festivals and venues including the State Kremlin Palace and Lithuanian National Philharmonic Society. Her concert collaborations with ensemble Cantus demonstrate deep engagement with chamber repertoire.

Deborah Seligمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Voice Performance
• Classical Music
• Music Education
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Deborah Selig is a classical soprano and voice educator affiliated with Wellesley College and Brown University. Her teaching philosophy emphasizes healthy vocal technique, musicianship, and dramatic clarity in performance. Active across the United States, she performs baroque to contemporary repertoire in opera, oratorio, and art song genres. Degree(s): Artist Diploma in Opera, MM in Voice (Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music); BM/BA in Voice and English (University of Michigan, summa cum laude) Apprenticeships: Chautauqua Opera, Santa Fe Opera, Pittsburgh Opera, Ravinia Festival Steans Institute, Tanglewood Music Center Performance Highlights: Roles include Micaela in Carmen , Sybil Vane in The Picture of Dorian Gray , Pamina in The Magic Flute , Musetta in La Boheme , and Curley’s Wife in Of Mice and Men . Concert engagements span Brahms’ Requiem, Bach cantatas, and premieres of works by composers like C. Herbert Parry.

Birger Petersenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of Music Theory
• Communication of New Music
• German-French Cultural Transfer
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Birger Petersen is a Professor of Music Theory at the University of Music Mainz , Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz. His academic roles include Vice-Rector (2014) and Rector (2015–2017) of the University of Music Mainz, alongside a venia legendi in musicology from Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (2017). He has held visiting professorships at institutions such as Freiburg University of Music, Université de Bourgogne, and Middlebury University (USA). Education : Studied at Lübeck University of Music and Performing Arts, Christian-Albrechts University of Kiel (PhD 2001 on Johann Mattheson’s melody theory). Research : Focuses on 17th–18th century music theory, German-French cultural transfer, and historical compositional techniques in 19th century. Also explores organ music (19th–20th centuries) and Theodor W. Adorno’s music philosophy. Awards : Notable accolades include the 2021 Rhineland-Palatinate Academy Prize and multiple culture prizes. Projects : Artistic director of the MainzMusik Festival and co-editor of Forum Kirchenmusik .

• Acting
• Dramatic Art
• Theatre Pedagogy
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Tiina Tauraite is a Senior Lecturer in Acting at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre , affiliated with the Youth Academy Theatre school and Acting department. Her research and teaching focus on dramatic art, theatre pedagogy, performance studies, and stage presence. Contact: tiina.tauraite@eamt.ee .

Nina Martinovićمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Acting Techniques
• Voice Technique
• Stage Performance
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Nina Martinović is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Arts in Belgrade, with dual affiliations at the Academy of Arts and Faculty of Music Arts. She graduated from the Acting Department at the Academy of Arts in 2023 (class of Professors Bojan Žirović and Iva Milošević) and holds a master's degree in piano performance (2018) and a bachelor's in piano (2015) from the Faculty of Music Arts. Acting Skills - Voice Technique and Stage Performance Music Education - Piano Performance and Chamber Ensemble Collaboration Pedagogical Experience: Teaching associate at Academy of Arts (2021-2023), and piano instructor at Artisticum Education Center (2020-2024), Stanković Elementary School (2017-2019), and Kosta Manojlović Music School (2014-2017). Her artistic career spans theater performances (including roles in 'Cyrano', 'Love Behind the Scenes', and diploma plays at Academy of Arts) and concert appearances across Serbia, Crimea, and Italy. She co-founded the 'Umrežavanje umetnika' project (2014-2015) and served as a piano accompanist at the Boljšoj Festival (2013-2018). Notable scientific awards include: First Prize at Slobomir International Music Competition (2025) Two First Prizes at Anemos International Competition (Rome, 2025) Golden Arena at Pula Film Festival (2025) First Prize at Festival of Slavic Music (2025)

Marianne Pusherمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Singing
• Contemporary Music Theater
• Early Music
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Marianne Pusher is a distinguished Professor of Lyric Art at the Royal Conservatory of Brussels, where she develops interdisciplinary performance projects integrating singing students across multiple conservatory sections. Her career spans classical and contemporary music theater, with notable collaborations including the Ensemble Intercontemporain under Pierre Boulez. Her research interests focus on: Textual and theatrical interpretation for vocal performance 20th-century musical theater repertoire Interdisciplinary artistic collaboration Contemporary opera adaptation Stage movement and balance The six most recent publications (performances/recordings) demonstrate her specialization in avant-garde musical works, including compositions by Aperghis and premieres of Adams' operas. These projects emphasize solo voice performance, dramatic adaptation, and international festival presence. Scientific awards: MIDEM Classical Awards 2009 (Cannes) for recording with Ensemble Risognanze Professional collaborations include: Georges Aperghis (composer) Ensemble Intercontemporain Khroma (founded musical theater company) Royal Opera of Wallonia Maison des cultures de Molenbeek

Marie-Cécile Schangمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• 18th-century French literature
• Comic Opera
• Dramaturgy
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Marie-Cécile Schang is a Lecturer in 18th-century French literature at University of South Brittany, affiliated with the Heritage and Creation in Text and Image research unit (HCTI, EA 4249). Her work focuses on French literary and theatrical traditions of the Enlightenment period, particularly examining comic opera and dramaturgical innovations of the 18th century. Dr. Schang's research interests span multiple interconnected fields including: 18th-century French literature and theater Comic opera and musical theater Dramaturgy and theatrical composition Romance and lyricism in Enlightenment theater Theatricality and performance studies Sensitivity and emotional expression in 18th-century works Her scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of literature, music, and theater during the French Enlightenment. Schang has published extensively on Voltaire's theatrical works, the evolution of comic opera, and the dramatic innovations of composers like Grétry. Her research reveals how theatrical forms reflected and shaped cultural, social, and political developments during this transformative period. She has particularly examined how comic opera served as a vehicle for exploring complex themes of identity, emotion, and social commentary. Schang's publications show a strong engagement with both major and lesser-known works of the period, revealing how theatrical conventions evolved through parody, adaptation, and cross-cultural influences. Her work on Midas-themed operas demonstrates how mythological references were repurposed for contemporary commentary, while her studies of works like 'Nina ou la Folle par amour' illuminate how theatrical phenomena reflected broader cultural trends. Her academic contributions include numerous book chapters, journal articles, and participation in significant research collaborations examining the theatrical landscape of 18th-century France. Schang has presented her research at international conferences and has contributed to major reference works on French opera.

Kimwana Doner-Chandlerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Classical Music
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Kimwana Doner-Chandler is a Lecturer in Voice at Wayne State University’s College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts, Department of Music. A distinguished American soprano, she has performed on major stages including the San Francisco Opera, Michigan Opera Theatre, and Boston Lyric Opera, specializing in roles spanning lyric to dramatic soprano repertoire. Education: San Francisco Opera (Merola and Adler Fellowship), Seattle Opera, Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, Opera North young artist programs Her research interests center on vocal performance, opera, and classical music, with a focus on interpreting works by Mozart, Puccini, Bizet, and Verdi. Awards include the Best Performance Leading Female Award 2006 (Opera Online) and the Emily Gaddes Memorial Award 2002 (Opera Theatre of Saint Louis). Recent performances highlight her versatility in operatic and concert settings across the United States.

• Opera
• Baroque Music
• Bel Canto
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Patricia Bardon is a Professor of Vocal Studies at the Royal College of Music. An acclaimed Irish mezzo-soprano, she is the youngest ever prize-winner of the Cardiff Singer of the World Competition. Her distinguished career encompasses opera and concert performances ranging from Baroque to Rossini and Wagner, collaborating with conductors including James Levine, Bernard Haitink, and Sir Antonio Pappano. Her research focuses on operatic performance practice spanning Baroque, Bel Canto, and contemporary repertoire. She specializes in dramatic vocal interpretation across diverse historical periods and styles. Major honors include multiple Laurence Olivier Award nominations for operatic performances and participation in the Grammy-winning production of Wagner's Der Ring des Nibelungen at the Metropolitan Opera.

Evan Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Education
• Jazz Studies
• Vocal Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evan Matthews is a Professor of Music and Director of Performing Arts at St. Thomas Aquinas College, where he has taught for a decade. His roles span teaching foundational music courses, directing performance ensembles, and specializing in jazz and classical vocal performance. Teaches courses like Introduction to Music, American Music, Jazz, and Acting Principles Combines extensive New York City professional performance experience with academic expertise Doctoral studies at Columbia University and prior teaching at Hofstra University

Susan Bullockمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Opera Singing
• Vocal Performance
• Classical Music
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Susan Bullock is an International Visiting Professor at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) and a renowned soprano with a distinguished career in opera. She has performed major roles worldwide, including Elektra at the Royal Opera House (ROH), Metropolitan Opera, and La Scala, Brünnhilde in Der Ring des Nibelungen at the ROH, and Isolde in productions across Europe and Asia. Her accolades include the Royal Philharmonic Society (RPS) Singers Award in 2009 and a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2014 for contributions to opera. Education: Royal Holloway College, Royal Academy of Music (RAM), National Opera Studio (NOS) Her research interests focus on advanced vocal performance, dramatic interpretation in opera, and the evolution of soprano roles in 20th-century classical music. She specializes in works by composers such as Richard Strauss, Wagner, and Britten. Scientific Awards: Royal Philharmonic Society Singers Award (2009) CBE for Services to Opera (2014)

• Vocal Performance
• Opera Coaching
• Repertoire Development
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joyce Fieldsend serves as an Operatic Repertoire Coach within the Vocal & Opera faculty at the Royal College of Music, specializing in vocal coaching and repertoire development for opera students. Her professional focus encompasses: Vocal Performance techniques Opera Coaching methodologies Historical repertoire development Vocal Pedagogy approaches Musical Interpretation across periods Language diction for singers As part of the RCM International Opera School, Ms. Fieldsend works intensively with vocal students on score preparation, stylistic interpretation, and performance practice for operatic roles. Her coaching integrates technical vocal considerations with dramatic expression to develop complete musical interpretations. Her professional activities include: Individual repertoire coaching sessions Collaborative work with vocal professors Preparation for opera productions Language and diction coaching Stylistic guidance across musical periods For professional inquiries, Ms. Fieldsend can be reached at Joyce.Fieldsend@rcm.ac.uk or through the Vocal Studies department at vocalstudies@rcm.ac.uk .