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Riccardo Castagnolaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Electroacoustic Composition
• Sound Design
• Multimedia Art
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Riccardo Castagnola (born 1988 in Bologna, Italy) serves as a lecturer in sound design at Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences (Digital Media Production), electroacoustic composition at Bremen University of the Arts, and music theory at Ottersberg University of Social Arts. His internationally presented work spans electroacoustic/instrumental composition, live performance for theater/dance, free improvisation, and multimedia interactive installations across Germany, UK, France, Belgium, Italy, Greece, Netherlands, Canada, and Latvia. Education: Electronic and instrumental composition studies at Conservatorio di Bologna under Prof. Lelio Camilleri and Francesco Giomi Advanced studies at Bremen University of the Arts with Prof. Kilian Schwoon, Jörg Birkenkötter, and Joachim Heinz Master's in contemporary media (free art) at Bremen University of the Arts (2015-2016) under Prof. Jean-Fraçois Guiton focusing on sound-image-gesture interactivity His research centers on real-time integration of sound with visual/gestural elements through electroacoustic composition, spatial audio design, and interactive narrative systems. Expertise developed via workshops with pioneers including D. Smalley and B. Parmegiani is exemplified by his Berlinale-selected 2018 electroacoustic soundtrack for 'The Lamp of Asia'. Awards: FRANZ LISZT Scholarship Finalist (Acousmatic Composition), Weimar (2017) Castagnola maintains active collaborations with Theater Schlachthof, Schwenkhalle Bremen, Ensemble New Babylon, Theater Bremen, D'Haus Düsseldorf, Tempo Reale (Florence), and Mezzo Forte. He founded the 'ElekTrAktions' multimedia performance series at Theater SCHLACHTHOF (Bremen, 2018) and regularly conducts electroacoustic workshops for live performance techniques.

Paul Rhysمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Composition
• Microtonality
• Nineteen-note equal temperament
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Paul Rhys is a Senior Lecturer at Anglia Ruskin University's Cambridge School of Creative Industries within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities, Education and Social Sciences. A composer and conductor specializing in computer-integrated music, his works span piano concertos to birdsong transformations and have been performed internationally, broadcast on radio, and recorded on CD. His academic credentials include: PhD in Composition, Keele University (1996) Diploma in Digital Music Technology, Keele University PGCert Higher Education, Anglia Ruskin University BA (Hons), Oxford University Rhys' research centers on Composition, Microtonality, Nineteen-note equal temperament, and Granular synthesis. He has developed specialized software for fractal micropolyphony and 19-note tuning performance, creating innovative works like the 19-note trumpet Dialogue and choral collections in alternative temperaments. His scholarship bridges computer science and music theory through publications in Computer Music Journal and conference proceedings. Analysis of his 15 most recent publications reveals consistent focus on microtonal systems (particularly 19-note equal temperament) across diverse formats including choral works, instrumental compositions, software development, and theoretical explorations of granular synthesis. The trajectory demonstrates increasing integration of computational methods with traditional composition techniques. His honors include: Wingate Foundation Scholarship for Northwestern University studies Visiting Fellowship at University of Western Australia Rhys has supervised seven PhD candidates to completion (six in Music Composition, one in Cross-Cultural Composition), served as External Examiner for Queen's University Belfast's MA Composition program, and maintains active research roles through StoryLab. His ongoing projects include software refinement for microtonal performance and new choral works in 19-note tuning. He directs performances through StoryLab and collaborates with ensembles like the K239 Orchestra, focusing on realizing complex microtonal works through specialized instrumentation and computer interfaces.

Aart Strootmanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Musical Instrument Design
• Composition
• Music Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Aart Strootman serves as Lecturer at University of the Arts The Hague's Royal Conservatoire and Fontys University of Applied Sciences. At the Royal Conservatoire, he teaches music theory for Composition and Sonology department, Critical Music Studies, and History of Music for classical department while collaborating with Ensemble Academy. Since 2009, he has instructed music history, ear training, analysis, philosophy and performance studies at Fontys School of Arts in Tilburg. Concurrently, he is a PhD candidate at Leiden University through the DocArtes programme. His academic credentials include: Bachelor’s in Music (cum laude) from Conservatory Fontys & Zuyd (2008) Master’s in Music (cum laude, 10/10) from Conservatory Fontys & Zuyd (2010) Master’s in Music Theory from Conservatory Fontys & Zuyd MA in Musicology from Utrecht University Strootman pioneers musical instrument innovation through his Diamond Marimba project, treating instrument building as a compositional tool. His research explores how custom instruments expand sonic possibilities and reshape performer-audience relationships. This artistic research integrates composition, performance practice, and audience development within NAIP (New Audiences & Innovative Practices) frameworks, challenging conventional boundaries between instrument design and musical creation. His distinguished awards include: Matthijs Vermeulenprijs (2019, Netherlands' highest composition honor) Gaudeamus Composition Prize (2017) 1st prize at prix Annelie de Man (2018) 1st prize at International Viola Congress (2018) Nieuwe maker grant from Dutch Fund of Performing Arts (2014) Strootman mentors students through structured yet experimental coursework, connecting classroom learning to professional contexts via s t a r g a z e collaborations and Ensemble Academy projects. His DocArtes PhD research provides institutional support for instrument design innovation, while awards like the 'Nieuwe maker' grant have enabled advanced composition studies with international masters.

• Music Education
• Curriculum Development
• Educational Assessment
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Dr. Erin Zaffini is an accomplished Adjunct Professor in the Music Department at Keene State College and holds a faculty position in the Professional Development Department at the University of New Hampshire. At Keene State, she supervises student teachers and teaches undergraduate courses in general music education, music curriculum and assessment, and adaptive music pedagogy. Concurrently, at UNH, she trains in-service educators on integrating music and movement into classrooms and teaches specialized courses in Early Childhood Music and Movement development. Her research and professional expertise encompasses multiple facets of music education including curriculum design, instructional assessment, adaptive teaching strategies for diverse learners, early childhood music development, and movement integration. With extensive preK-12 teaching experience across general music, choral, instrumental, and theater disciplines, Dr. Zaffini bridges academic theory with practical classroom applications. She maintains active research contributions through publications in leading music education journals. Keene State College Excellence in Teaching Award Keene State College Excellence in Performance Award Dr. Zaffini provides student teacher supervision at Keene State College and leads national mentor training initiatives through the Society for Music Teacher Education. Her extensive professional service includes leadership positions with the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), New Hampshire Music Educators Association (NHMEA), and editorial advisory roles for the Music Educators Journal.

Katarzyna Wesołowskaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Early Music Performance
• Harpsichord Performance
• Historical Keyboard Instruments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Katarzyna Wesołowska serves as Lecturer at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz, specializing in harpsichord and historical keyboard performance. An active international performer, she presented a solo recital at the 66th Warsaw Autumn International Festival of Contemporary Music (2023) and festivals including Nowa Muzyka and Toruń Festival of Science and Art, frequently premiering contemporary works. Her academic foundations include: Diploma with distinction in Piano (Prof. Maria Murawska) and Harpsichord (Prof. Urszula Bartkiewicz) from Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz Bachelor of Arts in Stage Design from Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw Wesołowska's research integrates historical performance practice with contemporary composition, focusing on harpsichord, pianoforte, and period piano techniques. She pioneers interdisciplinary methodologies through projects like "Polifonie/Poliwizje" at Gardzienice Center for Theater Practices, where she performed J.S. Bach within self-designed stage environments, merging visual arts with musical interpretation. Her scholarly recognition includes: Minister of Culture and National Heritage Young Poland scholarship for recording contemporary Polish harpsichord repertoire Mayor of Bydgoszcz scholarship for tri-instrumental historical keyboard project at New Palace in Ostromecko Mayor of Szczecin scholarship for artistic innovation Wesołowska extends her expertise through educational initiatives as lecturer at Warsaw's Early Music Methodical Summer Courses (since 2022), while contributing to film (piano consultation for "Never Gonna Snow Again"), radio drama recordings for Polish Radio, and theater productions. Her collaborative work with specialists like Robert Levin and Andreas Staier demonstrates continuous refinement of historical performance techniques within contemporary contexts.

• Viola Performance
• Chamber Music
• Contemporary Classical Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. hab. Krzysztof Komendarek-Tymendorf serves as Associate Professor of Viola and Chamber Music at the Stanislaw Moniuszko Academy of Music in Gdansk and Associate Professor of Viola at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz. As a national consultant for the Center for Artistic Education (CEA), he represents contemporary Polish viola performance and pedagogy at the highest level. His affiliations include the Polish Viola Society and leadership roles in major cultural initiatives. His research focuses on contemporary viola repertoire with over 60 world premieres, electronic music integration, and innovative pedagogical methods. Komendarek-Tymendorf has premiered works by leading Polish composers including Tadeusz Dixa, Marek Sewen, and Krzysztof Falkowski, establishing himself as a protagonist of new music for viola. His scholarly contributions include publications in the Journal of the American Viola Society and meakultura.pl. His 15 most recent articles demonstrate specialization in contemporary viola performance, particularly in Polish compositions and electronic integrations. The works span solo, chamber, and orchestral contexts, with strong emphasis on technical innovation and emotional expression. Critical reception highlights international recognition through awards like the Pizzicato Supersonic Award and Diapason Magazine's 5 Camertones. Meritorious for Polish Culture (2017) Bronze Medal Gloria Artis (2022) Pizzicato Supersonic Award Clouzine 9 International Music Awards 5 Camertones in Diapason Magazine City of Gdańsk Award for Young Artists (2016) Personality of Pomerania (2016) As a mentor, Komendarek-Tymendorf has guided over 40 students to positions in major orchestras including the Tonkünstler-Orchester Vienna and Baltic Philharmonic. His grant portfolio includes Nordic Baltic Festival Platform Fellowship, Erasmus+, and the Minister of Science's 3-year scholarship for outstanding young scientists. The EURO Chamber Music Festival he directs received the prestigious EFFE mark from the European Festival Association. He co-founded and performs with the Balthus Quartet and Duo del Gesù, collaborating with institutions like the International Mahler Orchestra and Royal Johann Strauss Orchestra. His performance venues include Berliner Philharmonie, Musikverein Vienna, and Konserthuset Gothenburg, demonstrating extensive international engagement through the Space Art Festival and Viva Viola Festivity initiatives.

Allen McCulloughمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Composition
• Classical Music
• Orchestral Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Allen McCullough is an Assistant Professor of Music at Purdue University's Patti and Rusty Rueff School of Design, Art, and Performance, teaching courses including Music Appreciation and maintaining an active career as a composer and pedagogue. His educational background includes a Bachelor's degree in Music from Brown University, a Master's in Composition from the Manhattan School of Music (studying with Giampaolo Bracali), and dual Master's and Ph.D. degrees in Composition from the University of Pennsylvania (studying with James Primosch, Jay Reise, and Anna Weesner). McCullough's creative research spans multiple compositional domains with particular emphasis on instrumental and vocal expression. His work demonstrates technical mastery across diverse formats including solo piano, string quartets, orchestral compositions (notably a five-movement symphony and piano concerto), and extended vocal forms. The composer exhibits consistent exploration of contemporary classical idioms while maintaining strong connections to traditional structures. Analysis of his recent compositions reveals concentrated development in chamber music and vocal genres over the past decade, with significant contributions to viola-piano repertoire, art song cycles, and innovative piano works that bridge historical forms with modern harmonic language. Scientific awards and honors include: Selection for drift – vol.34 of the Society of Composers, Inc. new music CD series Selection for inclusion in the scores library for the American Viola Society for Sonata for Viola and Piano (c.2019) Finalist for the National Association of the Teachers of Singing (NATS) Song Cycle competition for The Blue Symphony song cycle (c.2014) Inclusion in RMN Classical’s album Modern Music for Piano 3 Selection for inclusion in RMN Classical’s album Modern Music for Piano 4 for Preludes 2-4 (c.2011) Inclusion in the Sound and Music Archive of the British Library for Preludes 2-4 McCullough has secured significant research funding through grants from the Indiana Arts Commission, National Endowment for the Arts, Mercer University, and Purdue University. His collaborative practice involves prominent international artists including Van Cliburn gold medalist Yekwon Sunwoo, Czech Philharmonic concertmaster Josef Spacek, soprano Jennifer O’Loughlin, and the Aeolus, Harlem, and Daedalus String Quartets. While maintaining no formal laboratory, McCullough operates within a dynamic network of performance collaborators and commissioning organizations including the Tippecanoe Chamber Music Society, Chamber Music Yellow Springs, Eakins Vocal Consort, and Lotte Lehman Foundation, facilitating the realization of new works through close artist-composer partnerships.

• Human-Computer Interaction
• Virtual Reality
• Augmented Reality
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Associate Professor Tham Piumsomboon is a prominent researcher at the University of Canterbury's School of Product Design within the Faculty of Engineering. With a PhD in Computer Science from the same institution, their work bridges gaming, human-computer interaction, and immersive VR/MR/AR technologies to enhance user experiences and redefine lifestyle interactions. As founder of the QUADRIC Research Group, they lead initiatives addressing Aotearoa's agricultural, mental health, and sustainability challenges through intuitive intelligent user interfaces. Research focuses on the intersection of human qualia and technological design, emphasizing experiential learning, cognitive modeling, and ethical AI alignment. Key research thrusts include 'Agents' (AI autonomy levels), 'Humans' (IUIs for XR collaboration), 'Augment' (enhancing human perception), and 'Aotearoa' (local solution development). Their publications reveal strong trends in spatial interaction techniques, remote collaboration frameworks, and mental health applications of XR technologies. ACM CHI 2018 Best Paper Award for 'Pinpointing' research New and Emerging Researcher Award 2022 Extensive editorial service for IEEE TVCG, ACM SIGGRAPH, and UIST conferences As principal investigator for three major grants including 'Tōku Hoa: A Personalized Agent for Mental Health' (MBIE, 2022-2025) and 'Navigating Well-being' (Child Well-being Research Institute, 2024), they direct significant research funding toward mental health and agricultural technology. They supervise over 15 graduate students across diverse XR projects from locomotion techniques to therapeutic applications. The QUADRIC Research Group serves as their primary laboratory environment, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration between computer science, design, and clinical domains.

Simon Connorمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Sound Design
• Composition
• Spatial Audio
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr Simon Connor is a Lecturer in Music Technology at the University of Salford's School of Arts, Media and Creative Technologies, concurrently completing his PhD at the University of Huddersfield's Centre for Research in New Music (CeReNeM). His academic role bridges creative practice and scholarly research in sound design and composition for film and gallery installations. Connor's research focuses on the intersection of sound design and composition through field recordings, traditional instrumentation, and spatial audio technologies. His work investigates sonic approaches to landscape, environment, and place, with significant emphasis on multimodal artistic landscapes utilizing multi-screen projection and headtracked binaural audio systems. Key projects include the practice-based 'Oden' research and the documentary film 'Action Space'. Analysis of his 2018-2019 research outputs reveals consistent exploration of spatial audio techniques in environmental contexts, creative reuse of archival materials, and documentary sound design. Projects like 'Odin's Gully' demonstrate sophisticated integration of field recordings with audiovisual installation, while 'Action Space' examines sound design methodologies for low-budget documentary production. Connor leads undergraduate modules in 'Audio for Media' (Levels 5-6), the MA module 'Immersive & Interactive Sonic Experiences', and lectures on 'Studio Composition'. He actively seeks PhD candidates in sound design/media, spatial audio applications, and sonic landscape representation. He maintains strong industry connections through collaborations with We Are Willow collective and filmmakers like Huw Wahl, while contributing to the university's Creative Technology Research Centre. His work has been featured on BBC Radio 3 and exhibited internationally at CPH DOX, DOKU Arts Festival, FILAF, and ICA London.

Katja Kleyenstreuberمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Education
• Curriculum Development
• Social Justice
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Katja Kleyenstreuber serves as a University Assistant in the Department of Music Education at Mozarteum University's School of Music & Art Education (SOMA), specializing in music pedagogy and curriculum innovation. She holds advanced degrees from Boston University and the University of New Hampshire with academic distinctions. Her educational credentials include: Bachelor of Music in Music Education, University of New Hampshire (magna cum laude) Master of Music in Music Education and Graduate Certificate in Arts Management, Boston University (summa cum laude) Katja's research pioneers the integration of social justice frameworks into music education through curriculum design that addresses diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB). She investigates how student-teacher dynamics shape classroom environments and advocates for empathy-driven pedagogy that cultivates global citizenship. Her work critically examines contemporary cultural influences on music curricula while developing cross-cultural teaching methodologies. Her scientific recognition includes the Fulbright grant for her Vienna-based curriculum research project, Boston University's School of Music Departmental Award, the Stanley A. Hamel Traveling Fellowship, and Stevens High School's Teacher of the Year honor. With six years of K-12 teaching experience in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, Katja empowers students through her 'affirmation, awareness, and action' philosophy. She developed the children's book 'Myna Joins The Band' to facilitate instrument selection during pandemic disruptions and maintains active engagement with community music ensembles.

Ilse Strauss-Weiszمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Education
• Recorder Didactics
• Early Music Performance Practice
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Ilse Strauss-Weisz serves as Lecturer in Teaching Practice & Recorder Didactics at Mozarteum University's Department of Music Education in Innsbruck, operating under the School of Music and Art Education. She combines academic instruction with active artistic practice through private lessons and ensemble leadership. Her professional focus centers on: Developing innovative music education methodologies for children and youth Advancing recorder didactics and historical performance practices Creating interdisciplinary concert experiences through historical research Designing accessible concert formats for new audiences Strauss-Weisz founded Ensemble Rosarum Flores to explore cross-disciplinary programming and co-initiated ConTakt, Tyrol's early music platform, where she investigates performance practice and novel concert structures over eight years of active research. She maintains significant institutional partnerships including the Tyrolean Regional Museums, Innsbruck Festival of Early Music, youth baroque orchestra Streicherey, and Innsbrucker Abendmusik concert series. As specialist group leader for recorder education at Innsbruck's municipal music school, she directly shapes contemporary teaching approaches while addressing unexpected challenges of historical instrument performance.

Alejandro Prieto Ayusoمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Talent Identification in Physical Education
• Motor Competence
• Social Skills in Sports
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Alejandro Prieto Ayuso is a Lecturer in the Department of Physical Education, Arts Education and Music at the University of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. His academic work focuses on talent identification and development within Physical Education contexts, with particular emphasis on motor competence, social skills in sports, health habits, and the relative age effect (RAE). He is actively involved in research and teaching within the Faculty of Education, contributing to both undergraduate and graduate programs. Alejandro completed his PhD in Physical Education, specializing in Sport Talent, at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (2014-2017). Prior to this, he earned additional qualifications in Physical Education from the Autonomous University of Madrid (2013-2014) and completed his undergraduate studies in Physical Education at the University of Castilla-La Mancha (2009-2013). Prieto Ayuso's research primarily centers on talent identification and development in Physical Education settings. His work explores how schools can effectively identify and nurture athletic talent among students, while also examining the impact of relative age on sports performance and development. He investigates motor competence assessment methods, social skills development through sports participation, and health habit formation in educational contexts. His research bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications for Physical Education teachers, providing evidence-based approaches to talent development that can be implemented in regular classroom settings. His extensive publication record demonstrates a consistent focus on talent identification tools, assessment methodologies, and the application of educational models to sports pedagogy. Recent work shows increasing attention to sustainable development goals within Physical Education, gifted students in physical contexts, and innovative teaching methodologies like flipped classroom approaches. His research spans both theoretical frameworks and practical interventions, with strong emphasis on validation studies and assessment tools that can be directly applied in educational settings. Alejandro Prieto Ayuso has received recognition for his scholarly contributions: Premio al mejor póster en la rama de artes y humanidades (VI Jornadas Doctorales UCLM, 2016) Contratos predoctorales para la formación de personal investigador en el marco del Plan Propio de I+D+i cofinanciados por el Fondo Social Europeo (2014) As a researcher and educator, Prieto Ayuso has secured predoctoral research contracts and actively contributes to academic discourse through his extensive publication record. His work often involves collaborative research with colleagues across various institutions, demonstrating strong networking within the academic community. He has contributed to innovative teaching proposals that integrate technology and new pedagogical approaches into Physical Education curriculum. Prieto Ayuso is involved in research groups focused on Physical Education and Sports Pedagogy, contributing to projects that develop and validate assessment tools for talent identification and sustainable development in educational contexts. His work with the PEToolFinder project demonstrates his commitment to providing practical resources for Physical Education teachers to enhance their assessment practices.

• Jazz Performance
• Electronic Music
• Music Production
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Patrik Zosso is a Professor and Co-Director of the Jazz Institute at the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW), where he also serves as Chair and Program Director of the Master of Arts in Musical Performance Jazz - Producing/Performance program based at the Jazz Campus in Basel. His artistic practice merges traditional jazz with electronic innovation, specializing in electronically generated and modified soundscapes. Zosso actively performs internationally with ensembles across Europe and Asia, constantly exploring new sonic territories through live concerts and studio work. His creative methodology bridges acoustic instrumentation with digital audio processing techniques. As a producer, Zosso collaborates with major labels including Universal Music, Chop Records, Echo Park Music, and Ronin Rhythm Records, shaping contemporary jazz and experimental music releases. His professional platform www.soundfarm.ch documents ongoing sound research and musical discoveries. Zosso's current artistic laboratories include the ensembles polymer dmt, Ingrid Lukas, marygold, moving target, Matteis Project, sissy fox, and APART OF, where he develops cross-disciplinary performance projects integrating live electronics with improvisational frameworks.