جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

ERDİNÇ YILMAZمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Cinema
• Film Studies
• Cinema Theories
• +۵ مورد دیگر

ERDİNÇ YILMAZ is an Assistant Professor at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Film Design and Direction since 2022, specializing in cinema theory, sociology of film, and Turkish cinematic traditions. Previously, he served as a Lecturer in Foreign Languages at the same institution from 2012-2022. His educational qualifications include: Doctorate (2017-2021) in Radio, Cinema and Television from Gazi University Master's (2015-2017) in Communication and Social Transformation from Gaziantep University Licence (2003-2008) in English Language and Literature from Hacettepe University Yılmaz's research critically examines cinema through lenses of postmodern identity, dystopian narratives, and sociopolitical structures, with particular emphasis on Turkish cinema's evolution and global cinematic movements. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical film analysis, exploring how cinematic language constructs cultural identities and social realities. His 14 recent publications (2019-2025) reveal consistent focus on narrative structures, aesthetic innovations, and sociopolitical commentary across Turkish and international cinema. Key trends include analysis of dystopian spaces, adaptation studies (e.g., Frankenstein narratives), and intersections of music with filmic resistance. As an academic supervisor, Yılmaz has guided six master's theses covering AI in cinema, posthumanist feminism, and geopolitical narratives in film. He contributed to the Ministry of Culture and Tourism-supported 6th International Cinema and Philosophy Symposium (2023). His editorial roles include foreign language editing for SineFilozofi Journal and co-authoring 'Current Issues in the World of Cinema' (2024). Yılmaz actively engages with cinematic practice through jury memberships at 10+ international film festivals (including Rotary and Dicle festivals) and participation in 28 artistic activities, predominantly photography exhibitions at Gaziantep University and cultural centers.

• Acting-Directing
• Theatre Theory
• Interpretation-Dramatic Writing

Dr. Lecturer Emre YALÇIN is a theater educator and researcher at Kafkas University's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Performing Arts. With a Ph.D. in Performing Arts from Dokuz Eylül University (2013-2019) and a Master's in Theater Criticism and Dramaturgy from Istanbul University (2002-2013), he has dedicated his career to exploring acting-directing methodologies, theater theory, and dramatic writing. His academic journey includes full-time research assistant roles at Dokuz Eylül University since 2014 and department chairmanship at Kafkas University from 2020 onward. Ph.D. in Performing Arts (Dokuz Eylül University, 2013-2019) Master's in Theater Criticism and Dramaturgy (Istanbul University, 2002-2013) Bachelor's in Information and Document Management (Istanbul University, 2002-2009) His research focuses on acting-directing techniques , theater theory , and dramatic writing , evidenced by publications analyzing William Forsythe's improvisation methodologies, Molière's tragicomedies, and postdramatic staging in contemporary European theater. The 15 most recent publications reveal a trajectory from classical drama analysis (Sophocles, Shakespeare) to modern experimental forms (post-musical theater, digital performance education). Scientific awards include multiple film festival recognitions (2020-2021) for creative works like Yağmur, Şnorkel ve Taze Fasulye , demonstrating his interdisciplinary approach blending academic research with artistic practice. He has led international projects like Erasmus Art+ (2022) and served as consultant for Goethe Institute's cultural initiatives (2023-2024). Best Film Awards (2020-2021) Erasmus Program leadership UNESCO-supported project involvement Currently teaching 16 undergraduate courses in movement training, role interpretation, and stage composition (2023-2024 academic year), he continues to bridge theoretical research with practical training in performing arts education.

• Music Education
• Vocal Pedagogy
• Historical Music Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Cezary Szyfman is a distinguished Professor at the Fryderyk Chopin University of Music, where he serves as Head of the Department of Vocal Pedagogy under the Faculty of Instrumental-Pedagogy, Music Education and Vocal Studies. He also holds a professorship at the Aleksander Zelwerowicz National Academy of Dramatic Arts in Warsaw. Education: Secondary State Music School in Białystok (under W. Bieniecka) Vocal and Acting Department, Fryderyk Chopin Academy of Music in Warsaw (studied with Michał Szopski and Prof. Kazimierz Pustelak) His career spans music education, historical performance practice, and interdisciplinary theatre collaborations. A specialist in vocal pedagogy and early music, he has advanced teaching methodologies for young musicians while maintaining an active performance schedule across Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas. Scientific Awards: Rector's Awards (1st and 2nd degree) Medal of the National Education Commission Honorary Badge of Merit for Polish Culture Silver Cross of Merit Multiple Fryderyk Awards for vocal chamber music and early music phonographic achievements Szyfman has organized international vocal seminars, led opera productions by Białystok Branch students, and directed the National Scientific and Teaching Conference 'Challenges of Contemporary Vocal Pedagogy'. As a juror at the Schola Cantorum Festival and frequent workshop leader, he shapes national standards in historical music interpretation.

• Modernist and Postmodernist Literature
• Bilingualism
• Irish Literature
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Kager is a Researcher at Utrecht University's Institute for Language Sciences within the College of Humanities. Her work focuses on Modernist and Postmodernist literature , particularly through comparative analysis of James Joyce, Irish literature, and bilingualism. She holds a PhD in Literary Studies from Rutgers University with a joint doctorate from the University of Antwerp. Education : PhD (Rutgers/University of Antwerp), Comparative Literature (University of Amsterdam) Research Themes : Modernist linguistics, taboo language in fiction, cognitive bilingualism, maternal narratives, and interdisciplinary literary analysis Kager's publications span scholarly journals like Studies in the Novel and Journal of Modern Literature , alongside popular works in De Groene Amsterdammer and De Nederlandse Boekengids . Recent projects include a monograph on bilingualism in modernist fiction. Scientific awards include the Joost Zwagerman Essay Prize (2021) for her maternal essay Milk . She participates in Princeton University's International Network of Comparative Humanities (INCH).

Charis E. Kubrinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Criminology
• Immigration and Crime
• Criminal Justice Reform
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Charis E. Kubrin is a Professor of Criminology, Law and Society at the University of California, Irvine. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of Washington and is affiliated with multiple academic networks, including the American Society of Criminology and the Council on Criminal Justice. Her research focuses on the intersection of immigration and crime, criminal justice reform, and the use of rap lyrics in legal contexts. Specializations: Immigration and Crime, Rap Music and Law, Criminal Justice Policy Key Affiliations: UCI Center for Population, Inequality and Policy, Council on Criminal Justice, Scholars Strategy Network Her recent publications explore immigration heterogeneity, prison downsizing, and immigrant victimization, with a emphasis on racial disparities and legal policy. She co-directs the Irvine Laboratory for the Study of Space and Crime and has received prestigious awards for her scholarship, including the Ruth Shonle Cavan Young Scholar Award and the W.E.B. DuBois Award. Her work bridges empirical research with policy advocacy, particularly in California’s criminal justice reforms. Scientific awards include: Ruth Shonle Cavan Young Scholar Award (2019) Herbert Bloch Award (2019) Coramae Richey Mann Award (2019) W.E.B. DuBois Award (2019) Cicero Speechwriting Award (2019)

• Creative Writing
• Actor Training
• Stage Directing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Craig Snelling is a Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing at the University of the West of England , affiliated with the College of Arts, Technology and Environment. With expertise in Actor Training, Directing for Stage, Creative Writing, and Music Composition, he has shaped academic programs and mentored students for over a decade. Qualifications: BA (Hons) Philosophy, PGCE Current Roles: Teaching Introduction to Creative Writing at level one, developing the 2024 production Things I Want to Know with UWE students and alumni His career spans education, theatre, and creative arts, including co-editing novels and adapting Wired to the Moon for screen. A 1989 Guardian/ICA Songwriter of the Year award winner, he continues to blend academic and artistic pursuits.

Qin Huang-Zimmermannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Music Sociology
• Cultural Institutions Studies
• Conducting
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Qin Huang-Zimmermann is a music educator and researcher currently serving as a research supervisor at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023. They also teach aural training, repertoire studies, and practical arranging at the Friedrich Gulda School of Music since 2022, and have been involved in music education at the Vienna Education Directorate's Laimäckergasse primary school since 2013. Their educational background includes: Doctoral studies in Music Sociology with Prof. Huber (MDW) and Cultural Institutions Studies with Prof. Lisa Gaupp (IKM of the MDW) since 2022 German as a Second Language in Primary School (PH Vienna) 2020-2021 Conducting and orchestral conducting with Prof. Lajović and choir conducting with Prof. Ortner (MDW) 2008-2011 Media Composition and Applied Music (with distinction) with Prof. Sattler, Prof. Karger and Prof. Mühlbacher (MDW) 2006-2010 IGP Piano Classical with Prof. Trachsel and Prof. Aumaier (MDW) 2005-2008 Composition and music theory with Prof. Schermann (MDW) 2004-2006 Qin Huang-Zimmermann's research interests span Music Sociology, Cultural Institutions Studies, Media Composition, and Applied Music. Their work bridges traditional music education with contemporary composition techniques, focusing on both practical performance aspects and theoretical frameworks. They have conducted international masterclasses for choirs in Brazil, Bulgaria, Turkey and China since 2008, demonstrating a global perspective on music education and performance. Analysis of their publications reveals a focus on contemporary classical composition with an emphasis on extended techniques. Their works 'Hypnose II' (2016) for 3 trumpets and 'Hypnosis' (2015) for clarinet solo showcase innovative approaches to instrumental composition within the contemporary classical tradition, exploring new sonic possibilities and performance techniques. Their notable achievements include: Very good rating at the Vienna Youth Singing 2023 with Superlaimis (Superar Children's Choir of the Laimäckergasse Elementary School) Silver (Mixed Choir Group) at the 29th Franz Schubert Choir Competition and Festival – VIECC (Vienna International Exchange Chamber Choir) 2nd place at 'Radio Play 09' short radio play competition Linz – Industry for Voice and Electronics As an educator, Qin Huang-Zimmermann has supervised research projects at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023 and has been mentoring through the 'Superar' association since 2013, including choir direction and summer courses. Their teaching spans multiple institutions and contexts, from primary school music education to doctoral-level supervision, reflecting a commitment to music education at all levels. With language skills in German (C1), English (B2), and Chinese (native speaker), Qin Huang-Zimmermann brings a multicultural perspective to their work in music education and composition, supporting their international collaborations and cross-cultural understanding in music.

• Orchestral Conducting
• Choral Conducting
• Music Education

Khadriya Kurban serves as a Lecturer at Tongji University's School of Art and Media since 2020, specializing in orchestral and choral conducting with demonstrated expertise through collaborations with over a dozen major Chinese symphony orchestras including Xinjiang Philharmonic and Urumqi Symphony Orchestras. Education: Master of Orchestra Conducting, Shanghai Conservatory of Music (2014-2017) Bachelor of Band Conducting, Shanghai Conservatory of Music (2008-2013) Her research bridges practical conducting methodology with ethnomusicological exploration, particularly examining Uyghur Muqam traditions within Western classical frameworks. Current investigations focus on conductor-student pedagogical dynamics and score interpretation techniques for contemporary Chinese orchestral works, emphasizing cultural hybridity in musical performance. Scientific Awards: First Prize in the 6th National College Student Art Exhibition (Professional Group), May 2021 Second Prize of the 24th Jingchuan Award for Teaching, Tongji University, June 2022 Best Conductor Award at the "Northwest Symphony Music Week" in Inner Mongolia, September 2017 Shanghai Outstanding Graduate Shanghai Scholarship Second Class People's Scholarship of Shanghai Conservatory of Music Third Class People's Scholarship of Shanghai Conservatory of Music Shanghai Conservatory of Music "Three Good Students" First Prize for Performance in Shanghai Conservatory Composition Competition Third Prize for Performance in 4th Baichuan Award Composition Competition She actively mentors undergraduate students in conducting coursework while maintaining professional engagements across China's orchestral landscape. Her performance portfolio demonstrates significant contributions to regional symphonic development through educational outreach and cross-cultural musical collaborations.

• Film and Television Arts
• Film Director Art Research
• Image Creation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sheng Bai is an Associate Professor at the School of Art and Media, Tongji University , specializing in film and television arts with particular focus on film director art research and cross-cultural communication through visual media . With academic credentials from Communication University of China , University of Marne-Lavallee (France) , and Shanghai Theatre Academy , she has extensive experience in both practice and theory of cinematic arts. PhD in Acting and Directing Arts Research (2013) Postdoctoral Fellow at Fudan University (2014-2016) Teaching at Tongji University since 2016 Her research focuses on film aesthetics , cross-cultural visual communication , and contemporary cinematic trends . Recent work examines French cinema and its influence on global filmmaking. She has published extensively in CSSCI-indexed journals including Contemporary Cinema and Journal of Tongji University (Social Sciences Edition) . Recent publications reveal strong interests in French cinema (particularly director studies), cross-cultural film analysis , and media realism . Her scholarly output includes a 专著 (monograph) on French authorial film movements and a 译著 (translation) of 'Gentlemen's Dress Code'. 2021 Ministry of Science and Technology 'High-End Foreign Experts Introduction Plan' grant 2018 Ministry of Education Humanities and Social Sciences Youth Project Several Tongji University teaching innovation grants As an educator, she teaches courses including: Audio-Visual Language Television Interviewing Documentary Fundamentals Animation Screenwriting and Directing Her awards include: 2021 Tongji University March 8th Red Banner Model 2019-2020 New City Education Fund Awards Multiple Outstanding Mentor recognitions

• Music
• Opera
• Musical Theater
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nerijus Petrokas is an Associate Professor at the Singing Department of the Music Academy at Vytautas Magnus University in Lithuania. He has been employed at the university since September 1, 2018, and maintains an active creative profile as a musical composer and director. His research interests focus on musical theater, opera production, stage direction, and vocal performance. Petrokas specializes in creating adaptations of literary works into musical formats, with particular attention to Lithuanian cultural heritage. His work bridges classical opera traditions with contemporary musical theater forms, creating unique productions that blend traditional and modern elements. An analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong focus on musical compositions spanning operas, musical comedies, and rock operas. His work demonstrates consistent engagement with Lithuanian cultural themes while also interpreting international classics like Carmen. Petrokas frequently adapts Lithuanian literary works for musical theater, showing dedication to national cultural expression through music. Petrokas maintains an active creative output with numerous musical productions, including original compositions and adaptations of classical works. His professional activities center around musical direction, composition, and vocal performance training within the academic setting of Vytautas Magnus University.

• Music Performance
• Vocal Arts
• Classical Singing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Raminta Vaicekauskaitė is a Lecturer in the Singing Department at the Music Academy of Vytautas Magnus University in Kaunas, Lithuania. Her primary affiliation with the institution is well-documented through her extensive performance record and departmental listings. Her research interests focus on Music Performance, Vocal Arts, Classical Singing, Choral Music, Opera Performance, and Music Education. These areas are reflected in her diverse performance portfolio spanning classical repertoire, contemporary Lithuanian compositions, and international works requiring multilingual proficiency. Analysis of her recent publications (2020-2024) reveals a strong emphasis on Lithuanian cultural expression through music, particularly in patriotic and sacred compositions. Her work demonstrates expertise in both solo and ensemble performance contexts, with significant contributions to premiere performances of contemporary Lithuanian works while maintaining strong engagement with classical repertoire including Puccini operas and Orff's Carmina Burana. Her performance activities span multiple specialized areas including vocal technique development, cross-cultural musical interpretation, historical performance practice, and collaborative music-making. The diversity of her repertoire indicates both technical versatility and deep cultural engagement with Lithuanian musical heritage.

William J. Coppolaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Education
• Music Teaching and Learning
• Ethics in Music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

William J. Coppola serves as Associate Professor and Chair of Music Teaching and Learning at the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music. He teaches graduate courses in music education philosophy, cultural diversity, and research methods. His leadership extends to serving as chair-elect of the Philosophy Special Interest Research Group for the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and as global music representative for the California Music Educators Association (CMEA). University of Washington (PhD, 2018) New York University (MA, 2011) Hofstra University (BS, 2008) Coppola's research critically examines the ethics of superiority, elitism, and exclusion in music teaching, learning, and performance contexts. As a certified Smithsonian Folkways World Music Pedagogy and Kodály educator, he brings practical experience from his previous role as an elementary music director in New York City Public Schools to his scholarly work. His research intersects music education with ethnomusicology, focusing on developing culturally inclusive curricula across educational settings. His publications demonstrate a consistent focus on diversifying music education through world music perspectives, particularly examining how to challenge traditional power structures in music pedagogy. The work spans from K-12 applications to higher education contexts, with emphasis on practical implementation strategies rather than purely theoretical frameworks. Coppola regularly presents his research internationally in locations including Cape Town, Veracruz, Tel Aviv, Kathmandu, Glasgow, and Dar es Salaam, demonstrating the global relevance of his work in music education. As an academic leader, Coppola directs the Music Teaching and Learning program at USC while maintaining active research and publication commitments. His background in both practical music education and scholarly research provides a strong foundation for his work in developing more inclusive approaches to music teaching.

Stephen Cottrellمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ethnomusicology
• Musical Instruments Study
• Saxophone Research
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephen Cottrell is Professor of Music at City, University of London, where he has held various leadership positions including Head of the conjoint Departments of Music and Culture & Creative Industries (2010-15) and Assistant Vice-President responsible for establishing the City Doctoral College (2019-22). Previously, he was Senior Lecturer and Head of the Department of Music at Goldsmiths College. His academic journey began with studies at the University of East Anglia, Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and Paris Conservatoire, followed by an M.Mus. in Ethnomusicology and PhD at Goldsmiths College, supported by a British Academy scholarship. His research spans ethnographic approaches to musicians and music-making within Western art music tradition, the study of musical instruments (particularly the saxophone), and musical performance analysis. Cottrell's scholarly output includes seven books, fourteen book chapters, twenty-nine conference papers, nineteen journal articles, twenty-nine performances, and thirteen other publications. His recent work includes the 2024 article 'Musical Instruments and Palimpsestic Identity' which explores the transtextual relationships between musical instruments through Gérard Genette's literary theory of palimpsests. Cottrell serves as a member of the AHRC Peer Review College and as an external assessor for the Hong Kong Research Grants Committee and the Irish Research Council. He has examined over 25 PhD theses and held external examiner appointments at multiple institutions. His research interests bridge ethnomusicology, organology, and performance studies, with a particular focus on the saxophone and Western art music traditions. Member of British Forum for Ethnomusicology executive committee (2005-2012) Member of Royal Anthropological Institute ethnomusicology committee Associate editor of Twentieth-Century Music (2008-13) Artistic advisor to Saxophone Classics record label As a supervisor, Cottrell has guided numerous PhD students through research on diverse topics including ethnographic studies of live classical music concerts, networked jazz performances, the history of the Hang/Handpan, and the Yehudi Menuhin School's legacy. His work demonstrates significant impact across academic, performance, and cultural sectors, with research that connects historical music practices with contemporary performance contexts.

• Music Performance
• Piano
• Composition
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Tomasz Krezymon serves as Lecturer and Vice-Dean of the Vocal and Acting Faculty at Warsaw's Fryderyk Chopin University of Music, with professional expertise spanning piano performance, composition, and theatrical music direction since 1993. His academic foundation includes: Graduate of St. Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdańsk Kunstlerhouse Worpswede (Germany) scholarship holder Professional interests center on Music Performance and Theatre Music, demonstrated through musical direction for major Polish theaters and international collaborations. His creative output focuses on Piano composition and Arrangement for stage productions and recordings. Krezymon maintains significant artistic partnerships including permanent collaboration with Michał Bajor since 2007, and has worked with BBC Big Band, Polish Radio Theatre, World Youth Choir, and prominent Polish theaters across Warsaw, Gdańsk, Łódź, and Kraków. Selected professional credits include soundtracks for film "Father and Son" (J. Brzosko), albums "Grechuta Kofta" and "Moje Podróże" with Michał Bajor, and recordings with Kacper Kuszewski and Julia Pietrucha.

Benedicte Christiansenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Opera
• Classical Music
• Italian Language for Singers
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Benedicte Christiansen serves as Associate Professor at the Danish National Academy of Music (DKDM), where she has taught Italian for singers since 1997 and conducts writing courses for all BA students. Her academic career is deeply intertwined with professional practice in opera, journalism, and cultural policy. Christiansen graduated as a singer from the Danish Academy of Music in 1995, with further education in Italian at the University of Copenhagen and classical philology at Aarhus University. She also trained as a journalist at the Danish School of Journalism. Her international experience includes living and working in Rome and Trieste, where she studied Italian repertoire with Prof. Marta Lantieri, former head of the Opern Studio at the Vienna State Opera. Her research and professional interests span opera studies, cultural policy, music education, and the intersection of music with democratic society. Christiansen has conducted Italian courses for prestigious institutions including the Danish National Radio choir, the Royal Danish Opera, and the Jutland Opera. She has been instrumental in developing music education initiatives, particularly as the initiator and project manager of OrkesterMester, a nationwide program connecting music schools with school orchestras. Her publications reveal consistent engagement with the economic and social value of opera and symphonic music, cultural diplomacy, and the relationship between arts participation and democratic citizenship. Christiansen approaches these topics through both academic analysis and practical experience, often highlighting international perspectives from Europe and Asia. Speaker at DKDM's music education conference on OrkesterMester (2019) Conference participation at Opera Europe, Antwerp (2019) Co-organizer of Nordic Music and Culture School Union's conferences (Oslo 2017, Finland 2016, Aalborg 2015) Nordic Children's Culture Conference in Nuuk (2014) 2018: Scholarship to the Danish Institute in Rome for research on 'La pronunzia ecclesiastica' Christiansen has held leadership positions including head of the secretariat for music schools' trade association (2013-2018), head of administration for the Jutland Opera (2019), and head of Bornholm's Cultural School (from 2021). She has been elected to the Study Board and Conservatory Council at DKDM for multiple election periods and serves on the sector board for leaders in the Danish Association of Masters since 2019.