جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Blair Boone-Miguraمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Art Song Literature
• French Mélodie
• German Lied
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Blair Boone-Migura is a Lecturer in Music and Song Literature at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, where he teaches French Mélodie and German Lied. He holds adjunct faculty roles at Hunter College, The New School (Parsons School of Design & Mannes School of Music), and Queensborough Community College. A multifaceted arts professional, he is also the Executive Director and co-host of the Art Song Preservation Society of New York (ASPS), dedicated to revitalizing art song traditions. Blair serves as Arts Administrative Director at the International Vocal Arts Institute (IVAI), co-founded by Joan Dornemann and Paul Nadler. Education: Bachelor’s in Vocal Performance (honors) and Master’s in French Language, Literature, and Culture (Syracuse University) Master’s in Vocal Pedagogy (Westminster Choir College, honors/ distinction) Studies at the Strasbourg Conservatory of Music (France) Research & Expertise: Specializes in French art song composer Henri Duparc, with authored theses and performance expertise in composers like Berlioz, Brahms, Debussy, and Schubert. Advocates for art song preservation through education, performance, and media. Known for his work in French diction coaching and vocal pedagogy. Awards & Recognition: Remembrance Scholar Award (Syracuse University) SU Graduate Teaching Fellowship in French Grants & Collaborations: Collaborated with French American Cultural Exchange on festivals like ART2 and DANSE. Assisted in the Positively Poulenc Vocal Competition under Joy In Singing. Active in music journalism, interviewing artists like Fred Hersch and Wyclef Jean for MetroSource Magazine and NYC Resident . Labs & Organizations: Leads ASPS’s initiatives and participates in IVAI’s global opera singer training programs. Co-hosts the internet-radio show A Toast To Song , promoting art song through interviews and performances.

Qiao Chen Solomonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Performance
• Violin and Viola Performance
• Conducting
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Qiao Chen Solomon is Professor of Music at Agnes Scott College, where she contributes significantly to performance, conducting, and the promotion of music by under-represented composers. She is based in the Department of Music within the College of Arts and Sciences and maintains an active artistic and scholarly profile. Her academic background includes a BA from Capital Normal University in Beijing, China; an MA from the University of Limerick, Ireland; and a DMA from the University of Georgia. These qualifications underpin her expertise in music performance and education. Dr. Solomon is deeply committed to advancing the works of women composers. Her performance interests include chamber music, solo violin and viola repertoire, and conducting contemporary and historically significant pieces by female composers. She has premiered works such as Augusta Read Thomas’ "Capricious Toccata" and led the Southeast premiere of Mary Watkins’ opera "Dark River-The Fanny Lou Hammer Story." Her research and performance intersect in projects that highlight gender equity in classical music. While no peer-reviewed articles are listed in the provided text, her artistic output and performances reflect a sustained engagement with musicological and performance-based inquiry, particularly in the realm of under-represented voices in classical music. Performed works by Clara Schumann, Fanny Mendelssohn-Hansel, and Jennifer Higdon with the Eurasia Trio. Contributed to the album "Woman to Woman," featuring violin and piano works by Clara Schumann, Amy Beach, and Ethel Smyth. Recorded Augusta Read Thomas' "Pulsar" and Rebecca Clarke’s "Sonata for Viola and Piano" for a National Council of Women of the United States commission. Dr. Solomon mentors students through ensemble direction and performance coaching. Though specific advisees are not named, her leadership of the Agnes Scott College Community Orchestra and collaborative projects indicate active student engagement. She has not received any explicitly mentioned grants or scientific awards in the provided text. She is involved with performance groups including the Eurasia Trio and the Agnes Scott College Community Orchestra, contributing to concert series such as "Friends of the Music," "Casual Classics Concert," "Lenten Recital Series," and the "Equinox Concert Series." These ensembles serve as platforms for both artistic expression and educational outreach.

Heather R. Nelsonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• Vocal Health and Rehabilitation
• Voice Science
• Vocal Pedagogy
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Dr. Heather R. Nelson is a mezzo-soprano and vocal pedagogue serving as Per Course Faculty in the Department of Music at Missouri State University, part of the College of Arts and Letters in Springfield, Missouri. She holds a PhD in Vocal Pedagogy and Voice Science from the University of Kansas and is actively engaged in voice science, vocal rehabilitation, and pedagogy education. Education: PhD, Vocal Pedagogy and Voice Science, 2016, University of Kansas MM, Vocal Pedagogy, 2008, Missouri State University MA, Vocal Performance, 2004, Truman State University BS, Music, 2000, Southwest Baptist University Her research and professional interests center on the science and teaching of the singing voice. Key areas include vocal health and rehabilitation, acoustics and psychoacoustics for singers, the neuroscience of singing, and lifespan vocal development. She is passionate about helping voice teachers deepen their understanding of vocal function and apply scientific principles to studio teaching. Although no formal publications are listed in the provided texts, her professional work reflects a strong scholarly foundation in vocology and applied voice science, with emphasis on translating research into practical teaching strategies and clinical applications for injured singers. Dr. Nelson maintains an active private studio and online platform where she offers vocology consultations, pedagogy coaching, and educational memberships for voice teachers and performers. She collaborates with voice teachers globally, providing support for complex vocal cases and professional development. She has performed with ensembles such as the Kansas City Chorale, Missouri Choral Artists, Springfield Chamber Chorus, and Ozarks Lyric Opera, and toured internationally with the Messiah Project to Austria and Mongolia. She also offers piano and music theory instruction, particularly for college-bound music students. Dr. Nelson is the founder of an independent educational platform for voice teachers, accessible via her website and social media, where she shares resources, workshops, and personalized training. She is deeply committed to making advanced vocal science accessible and applicable for everyday teaching.

Carol Rauschمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Opera
• Choral Conducting
• Music Education
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Carol Rausch is a Lecturer at the School of Music & Theatre Professions, Vocal (Classical) department, at Loyola University New Orleans. She has been with the College of Music faculty since 1996 and serves as chorus master, music coordinator, and education director for the New Orleans Opera Association, as well as chorus master and music administrator for the Chautauqua Opera's summer festival season in New York. Rotary Foundation Graduate Fellow, Conservatoire Royal de Musique M.M., Ohio State University B.M., Indiana University Rausch specializes in opera workshop instruction, choral conducting, and music education. Her career spans roles with the Virginia Opera, Greater Miami Opera, Ohio Light Opera, Opera/Columbus, and collaborations with institutions like NOCCA/Riverfront. She has musically prepared and conducted multiple Loyola Opera Theater productions, including The Marriage of Figaro and Don Giovanni . Rausch received the 1998 Tribute to the Classical Arts Creative Achievement in Opera Award for choral direction of Verdi's Il Trovatore and the 2000 Arts Education Award for the New Orleans Opera's educational outreach in Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. She remains active as a vocal coach, recital accompanist, and music director for the "Classical Cabaret" recital series.

Mark Oswaldمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Vocal Performance
• Opera Singing
• Music Education
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Mark Oswald is a distinguished faculty member at the Manhattan School of Music, specializing in Vocal Arts. He is globally recognized as one of the Metropolitan Opera's leading voice teachers, having mentored 14 Met soloists, and is celebrated for his technical expertise and musicality as a lyric baritone. Faculty at Manhattan School of Music since 2003 Vocal coach for elite opera singers World-renowned performer at top opera houses His research interests focus on vocal pedagogy, performance techniques for lyric baritones, and historical voice teaching methods tracing back to Sidney Dietsch's lineage. Oswald's work emphasizes individualized vocal approaches while maintaining classical rigor. Mr. Oswald has performed extensively with the Metropolitan Opera for 12 years, collaborated with James Levine and Luciano Pavarotti, and maintains a rich discography featuring roles like Papageno in Die Zauberflöte and the title role in Billy Budd . As an educator, he teaches at the Hartt School of Music, Manhattan School of Music, and participates in programs at institutions like the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music and Brevard Music Center.

Michael Horsleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Musical Theatre
• Conducting
• Vocal Coaching
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Michael Horsley (He/Him) is a faculty member at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM) within the Collegiate Opera and Musical Theatre department. He teaches Musical Theater 504 & 505 and serves as a music director for the St. Louis Muny, where he has conducted over 100 productions since 1994 and was appointed music supervisor in 2013. His career spans Broadway, national tours, and symphonic collaborations. Notable credits include conducting Chicago after touring with Chita Rivera and Ben Vereen, leading national tours like White Christmas , and vocal direction for symphony concerts with Jack Everly. His work extends to regional theaters across the U.S., including Kansas City Starlight and Guthrie Theatre. Fields of expertise include musical theatre performance, orchestral conducting, and vocal pedagogy. Affiliated institutions include SFCM, St. Louis Muny, and multiple national theater companies.

Emanuele Mollicaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Performance
• Opera
• Vocal Coaching
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Emanuele Mollica is a Lecturer at the London College of Music, University of West London, specializing in accompaniment, vocal coaching, and Italian repertoire. With a background in solo piano performance and opera, he combines academic instruction with professional musical collaboration. Education: Degree with 10/10 cum laude and special mention from Conservatory in Italy Master's in Tuscany with full marks His research and professional practice focuses on: Operatic accompaniment and repetiteur work Vocal coaching techniques Musical theatre performance Italian repertoire interpretation Sight-reading pedagogy No scientific awards are explicitly mentioned in the provided text.

Saule Garciaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Coaching
• Collaborative Piano
• Opera Performance
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Saule Garcia serves as a Vocal Coach and Collaborative Pianist at the School of Music, Sam Houston State University. She specializes in vocal training within the Voice division, working extensively with singers to develop technical proficiency and artistic expression. Her educational background includes: Graduate of Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory Studies at Southern Methodist University with Joaquín Achúcarro Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) studies at University of North Texas Garcia specializes in vocal coaching and collaborative piano with expertise spanning opera performance , art song repertoire , and vocal technique development . Her international training background informs her pedagogical approach, blending Russian, Kazakh, and American vocal traditions. She brings professional experience from both opera theater settings and academic institutions to her current position. Her notable professional recognition includes: Marilyn Horne's Song Competition winner (2011) Garcia has collaborated with prominent vocal artists including Marilyn Horne, Jessye Norman, Renée Fleming, and Warren Jones through masterclasses and workshops. She previously founded and led the 'North Texas Collaborative Pianists' organization at the University of North Texas, demonstrating professional leadership in her field. Her native fluency in Russian enhances her ability to work with diverse repertoire and students. She maintains active involvement in the vocal performance community through ongoing professional development and participation in prestigious programs such as the Music Academy of the West.

Eric Sungمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cello Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Performance
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Eric Sung is a Lecturer at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, where he teaches cello in the Pre-College and Continuing Education programs. He concurrently serves as Principal Cellist of the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra and performs with prominent ensembles including the San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Hong Kong Philharmonic, and Sydney Symphony. His extensive performance career spans international festivals and orchestras across four continents. Education Eric holds an Advanced Degree from the University of Southern California and a Bachelor of Music from the Cleveland Institute of Music, with additional studies at The Juilliard School. His pedagogical lineage includes mentorship under renowned cellists Stephen Geber, Ronald Leonard, Lynn Harrell, and Fred Sherry. Performance Specialization Sung specializes in cello pedagogy, orchestral performance, and chamber music. His artistic focus encompasses repertoire ranging from Baroque to contemporary works, with particular emphasis on collaborative ensemble performance and solo interpretation. Pedagogical Impact Eric's students have won top prizes at international competitions including Johansen International, US Open Music Competition, and Junior Bach Festival. Alumni have gained admission to Harvard, Yale, Stanford, NEC, and USC, and participated in elite festivals including Aspen, Music@Menlo, and Heifetz Institute. Ensemble Leadership Beyond performing, Eric coaches for the San Francisco Symphony Youth Orchestra, KAMSA Youth Orchestra, and Orchestra Institute Napa Valley. His festival engagements include Verbier, Tanglewood, Aspen, and National Repertory Orchestra.

Jolantha Seyfriedمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dance Pedagogy
• Choreography
• Improvisational Dance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jolantha Seyfried is a Professor at the Faculty of Music of the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna since 2012. Previously, she was a principal dancer and later director/teacher at the Vienna State Opera Ballet School (2003-2010). Her career spans classical ballet, contemporary dance, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Active in choreography and dance education Specializes in classical and contemporary dance techniques Trained in logopedagogy and meaning-centered counseling Her work bridges dance performance, pedagogy, and inclusive dance practices through projects like off ballet special . Awards Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Art, 1st Class Fanny Elßler Ring recipient (1996-2004)

• Music
• Classical Music
• Piano
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ulrich Hofmann serves as a Lecturer (Lehrkraft für besondere Aufgaben) at Folkwang University of the Arts within Faculty 1, specializing in Correpetition—a critical role involving piano accompaniment for vocal training and performance preparation. His expertise spans Music with concentrated focus on Classical Music interpretation, advanced Piano techniques, Vocal Coaching methodologies, Opera repertoire, and specialized Accompaniment practices. As a Correpetitor, he provides essential musical support for singers, facilitating technical development and performance readiness through collaborative artistry. Contact is available via university email hofmann@folkwang-uni.de or private phone line +49 (0) 2054 8735388.

Capucine Chiaudaniمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Singing
• Belcanto Tradition
• Vocal Coaching
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Capucine Chiaudani is a renowned Italian Dramatic Soprano and Lecturer at Kalaidos University of Applied Sciences in Zurich. With a 30-year international performance career, she has performed iconic roles such as Tosca, Medea, and Fedra across Italy, Germany, France, Switzerland, Spain, Czech Republic, Turkey, Holland, and Belgium. She now focuses on teaching, offering online courses and vocal coaching sessions globally. Her research and teaching interests include: Biomechanical voice-body connection Belcanto tradition and techniques Reliable and replicable vocal technique Operatic interpretation and diction Capucine’s pedagogical approach emphasizes clarity, practical maneuvers, and a structured 3 W-action plan ('What to do, When and Why'). She has developed courses like 'Fundamentals for Conscious Athletes of the Voice' and 'Belcanto4Her Practice Room' to train singers of all levels.

• Vocal Performance
• Contemporary Music
• Opera
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Michèle Friedman is a Professor at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna since 2004. She has also taught at Mozarteum University Salzburg (2000-2003) and the Performing Arts Studios (1994-2008). Her expertise spans vocal performance, composition, and music pedagogy. Education : BM and MM from California State University, Fullerton; further studies at the Music Academy of the West, International Bach Academy Stuttgart, and private vocal training in Vienna. Her research and professional activities focus on classical and contemporary vocal music, operatic performance, and music education. She has served as a jurist and vocal coach for Austrian Broadcasting Corporation (ORF). Professional Engagements : Former soloist with Long Beach Symphony, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, and National Association of Composers USA. She recorded Lili Boulanger’s "Clairières dans le ciel" (2004) and collaborated with Disneyland Productions. Teaching Activities : Conducts regular masterclasses at institutions like the Baden-Württemberg State Academy of Music.

Jackalyn Shortمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Performance
• Voice Pedagogy
• Opera
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Canadian soprano Jackalyn Short serves as a Lecturer in Voice at the Don Wright Faculty of Music, Western University, where she has taught vocal technique, repertoire coaching, and diction (Italian, French, English, German) since 2001. Based in office MB 345, she instructs students in International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) systems and maintains an active performance career while contributing to the faculty's collaborative environment. Her professional focus centers on Vocal Performance and Voice Pedagogy, with specialization in Opera and multilingual Diction. As an accomplished performer, she has sung leading lyric coloratura roles with all major Canadian opera companies and orchestras, and performed internationally across the United States, Korea, Japan, Singapore, New Zealand, England, and Israel. Her broadcasts on CBC's 'Saturday Afternoon at the Opera' and 'Two New Hours' demonstrate her commitment to public engagement in classical music. Ms. Short's recognition includes listing in Canada's Who's Who and Western University's highest teaching honor awarded annually since 2001. These accolades reflect her dual excellence in performance artistry and pedagogical innovation within vocal education. She has mentored students who achieved success in Kiwanis competitions, advanced in the Metropolitan Opera Competition, and secured positions in professional opera ensembles. Supported by Canada Council grants for artistic development, she extends her expertise through summer programs including NUOVA (Edmonton) and Opera on the Avalon (St. John's). As a NATS member, she actively collaborates with faculty colleagues in performances and pedagogical initiatives while balancing her marriage to opera director Michael Cavanagh.

Ronald Capponمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Voice
• Vocal Coaching
• Piano Performance
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ronald Cappon is a Lecturer in Voice at Princeton University since 2000, teaching voice at Manhattanville College and the Manhattan School of Music Precollege, and vocal chamber music at the Interharmony Music Festival. With thirty years of experience, his students have appeared as soloists internationally in opera houses, concert halls, and with major orchestras. A multi-faceted musician, he performs extensively as a recitalist, chamber musician, and orchestral keyboardist. His educational background includes: Master of Music in Vocal Coaching/Accompanying from Manhattan School of Music (1985) Master of Music in Piano from Manhattan School of Music (1983) Bachelor of Music in Piano from DePaul University, Chicago (1981) Undergraduate Studies at University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana Mr. Cappon specializes in Voice training, Vocal Coaching, Piano Performance, Chamber Music, and Opera, with a career focused on developing singers for professional careers through technical mastery and repertoire development. His pedagogical approach integrates performance practice and collaborative artistry. Notable awards and recognitions: Finalist in the Musical Arts Piano Competition (Chicago) Winner of the DePaul University Concerto Competition Full Tuition Scholarship for Master of Music in collaborative Piano at Manhattan School of Music Full Tuition Scholarship for Bachelor of Music at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Honors Recital Award for outstanding jury performance at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign As an educator, Mr. Cappon has mentored students who perform as soloists globally, emphasizing vocal technique, diction, and stagecraft. His collaborative musicianship extends to chamber ensembles and orchestral work, supported by studies with renowned artists including Martin Katz and Georg Solti.