جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Jeffrey Woodمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Composition
• Vocal Music
• Opera
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jeffrey Wood serves as a Professor in the Department of Music at Austin Peay State University. A graduate of Oberlin Conservatory and Stony Brook University with multiple degrees in composition and piano performance, he has received international recognition for his compositions including awards from Broadcast Music, Inc., ASCAP, and the MTNA Distinguished Composer of the Year award. Ph.D. in Composition (SUNY Stony Brook) M.A. in Composition (SUNY Stony Brook) M.M. in Piano Performance (SUNY Stony Brook) B.M. in Piano Performance (Oberlin College Conservatory) His research interests span music and war studies, Judaism/religion-influenced composition, and language-specific musical forms. His work frequently explores World War I themes, as seen in his chamber opera Diaries: A Parable for Voices and the oratorio Lamentationes Ieremiæ Prophetæ , which was nominated for the Pulitzer Prize. Wood's publications include analytical essays on Schönberg's works and chapters in major historical encyclopedias, focusing on tetrachordal structuring and wartime musical narratives. His compositions have been premiered by renowned ensembles like the Philip Jones Brass Quintet and Gateway Chamber Orchestra, which voted his Different Bodies as "Best Classical Première" in 2016. Recipient of two Tennessee Arts Commission Individual Fellowships Finalist in U.S. Information Agency's Artistic Ambassador Program Collaborator with composers Alan Hovhaness, Elizabeth Vercoe, and Frederic Goossen As a performer, Wood specializes in contemporary music and serves as resident keyboard player for the Gateway Chamber Orchestra. He has premiered works by notable composers including Mario Davidovsky and Thea Musgrave.

Marco d'Ambrosioمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Film Composition
• Sound Design
• Electronic Music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Marco d'Ambrosio is a Professor in the Technology and Applied Composition department at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (SFCM). As a composer, sound designer, and multi-instrumentalist, he specializes in creating evocative music that enhances visual arts across film, television, and multimedia projects. Dr. d'Ambrosio received his formal education through a unique double major in music and engineering at the Hartt School of Music and University of Hartford. His academic foundation was further enriched by summers studying at the University of Siena and touring with the Puccini and International Festival Opera Orchestras. His creative work demonstrates exceptional versatility across musical genres and media formats: Film Composition techniques for emotional storytelling Innovative Sound Design for visual media Fusion of acoustic and electronic musical textures Cross-cultural musical integration in composition Orchestral arrangements for contemporary media Experimental instrumentation including didgeridoo, waterphones, and Theremin Dr. d'Ambrosio's extensive filmography reveals a clear evolution toward more sophisticated acoustic-electronic integrations, with recent projects featuring increasingly complex orchestral-electronic hybrids. His compositions consistently blend romantic orchestral lyricism with experimental sound design, creating distinctive musical identities for each project while maintaining his signature style. His professional achievements have been recognized with numerous prestigious awards: Film scoring fellowship from the Sundance Institute (2005) BMI Conducting Workshop participant (2009) Emmy Award for 'BLINK' Sundance Film Festival Grand Jury Prize (2009) for 'The Rape of Europa' Gold Medal at the Park City Film Festival for 'ATOMIC MOM' Insight Award for Excellence for 'The Rape of Europa' As an educator, Dr. d'Ambrosio mentors students in applied composition techniques through hands-on instruction. His professional studio, MarcoCo, functions as both a creative laboratory and educational environment where theoretical concepts meet real-world application. He has collaborated with major studios including Disney, Lucasfilm, Pixar, and HBO, providing valuable industry connections for his students. Dr. d'Ambrosio operates MarcoCo Studios, a professional facility in the San Francisco Bay Area that recently expanded to Studio MOCA. This state-of-the-art facility includes a large recording and live performance room, control and mix rooms, isolation booth, and office/lounge areas, supporting both his professional work and educational mission.

Lesley Anne Friendمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

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

Lesley Anne Friend serves as an Instructor in the Department of Music at Southwestern Oklahoma State University (SWOSU) and is a doctoral candidate in Vocal Performance and Literature at Indiana University's Jacobs School of Music. A dramatic soprano, she maintains an active performance career spanning opera, oratorio, and contemporary works. Her academic credentials include: B.M. cum laude in Vocal Performance from Montclair State University M.M. in Opera from The Boston Conservatory Artist Diploma from the University of Memphis Doctor of Music candidate (Vocal Performance and Literature, minor in Music History) at Indiana University Research focuses on integrating musical theatre into traditional vocal curricula, alongside advocacy for new works and underrepresented repertoire. She has premiered compositions by Zachery Redler and Stephen Schwartz, and performed LGBTQ+ composer recitals during Pride Month 2023. Major honors include: Metropolitan Opera National Council Awards Semi-Finalist Opera Birmingham Vocal Competition Marguerite McCammon Vocal Competition Connecticut Concert Opera recognition Orpheus Competition finalist International Hans Gabor Belvedere Singing Competition awardee NATS Intern program selection (2023) Performance highlights feature leading roles in Ariadne auf Naxos , Tosca , and Don Giovanni with Virginia Opera, Sarasota Opera, and Opera Memphis. She has performed Verdi's Requiem with Boston’s Chorus Pro Musica and Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 with the Hartt School Orchestra, while championing works by Harry Partch and Ginastera.

Randy Adamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Trumpet Performance
• Music Education
• Orchestral Performance
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Randy Adams serves as Professor of Trumpet in the School of Music at Sam Houston State University, a position he has held since 1993. He maintains an active performance career as a member of the Houston Grand Opera Orchestra since 1984, Houston Ballet Orchestra, and previously with Theatre Under the Stars for 12 years. His artistic practice spans trumpet performance across orchestral, Broadway musical theater, and European folk traditions. He has significantly contributed to sacred music through over 200 hymn arrangements and choral anthems, while actively composing for brass ensembles and educational materials through RadBrass Music and SHSU trumpet ensembles. Professor Adams has mentored trumpet students who consistently achieve national recognition, including top-five placements in the National Trumpet Competition's Ensemble division. His graduates perform with major orchestras like Houston Symphony and Dallas Symphony, appear on Broadway productions, and hold faculty positions in leading Texas school music programs. He directs SHSU trumpet ensembles and performs with his own ensemble Auf Geht's Musik throughout Texas and surrounding regions, maintaining strong community engagement through church music at St. Cuthbert Episcopal Church in Houston.

• Historical Musicology
• Musical Transnationalism
• Nineteenth-Century Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alessandra Palidda is a Senior Lecturer in Music at Oxford Brookes University, with prior roles at Cardiff University, University of Sheffield, and University of Wales Trinity Saint David. She holds a PhD in Historical Musicology from Cardiff University (2018) and a Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (2020). Her research focuses on musical transnationalism, urban musicology, and intersections between music, political change, and print culture in 19th-century Italy. Education PhD in Historical Musicology (Cardiff University, 2018) MA in Musicology (Milan Conservatorio, 2013) BA in Cultural and Musical Heritage (2010) BMus in Singing (Milan Conservatorio, 2007) Her publications examine music’s role in republican Milan, transnational court music, and print media’s influence on operatic dissemination. She actively engages in singing (BBC National Chorus of Wales, Oxford Bach Choir) and festival production. Alessandra collaborates with Milan’s Conservatorio Giuseppe Verdi on research teams exploring Lombardy’s musical heritage. Scientific Awards Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching in Higher Education (Oxford Brookes University, 2020)

Richard Whalleyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Environmental Musicology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. Richard Whalley is a Senior Lecturer in Composition at the University of Manchester's Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama. A composer and pianist, his work draws inspiration from natural processes, geopolitical issues, and artistic cross-pollination with visual media. His academic lineage includes study under Mario Davidovsky at Harvard and Roger Marsh at York, with a career spanning performance, teaching, and international collaborations. PhD in Composition (Harvard, 2004) MusM (University of York) BMus (University of York) Whalley's compositions explore temporal perception, microtonal systems, and indeterminate structures, often blurring traditional performance boundaries. His 2023 works Assynt to Letterewe and Unwanted Wildness demonstrate continued geographic and ecological engagement, while 2022's Erysichthon's Forest advances his chamber opera development. Earlier compositions like 2015's Wonderland (performed at Milan Expo) and 2016's Iapetus Suture reveal geological and environmental influences. His accolades include: BASCA British Composer Award Shortlist (2016) International Music Prize Winner (2009) Gaudeamus Finalist (2001) BBC Young Musician Finalist (1992) As educator, Whalley supervises PhD candidates globally while teaching courses from Sonic Invention to Advanced Orchestration . His 2004 founding of Manchester's Vaganza ensemble demonstrates institutional impact. Collaborative relationships span Ebonit Saxophone Quartet (since 2016), Quatuor Danel (since 2012), and poet John McAuliffe (2022-2025).

Mihaela Buhaiciucمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• healthy singing
• performance practices
• vocal pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mihaela Buhaiciuc serves as a Lecturer at Transilvania University of Brașov's Faculty of Music within the Department of Musical Interpretation and Pedagogy. Her academic profile centers on vocal performance and pedagogy, with physical office location in Building Z, Room ZI7 at Str. Andrei Șaguna nr. 2, Brașov, Romania. Her research spans healthy singing techniques, performance practices, vocal pedagogy, singing as therapy, psychology of singers, and media/digital opera applications. This multidisciplinary approach integrates scientific principles with artistic expression, emphasizing emotional intelligence in vocal training and therapeutic applications of singing. Her work bridges historical performance practices with contemporary psychological frameworks. Publication analysis reveals consistent focus on vocal science and historical repertoire. The 2017 Telemann cantatas edition demonstrates expertise in Baroque sacred music performance practice, while the 2014 monograph explores neurophysiological and emotional dimensions of singing. Both works reflect her commitment to evidence-based vocal pedagogy and cross-disciplinary applications of music.

Samuel Penderbayneمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Classical Composition
• Cross-Genre Music
• Musical Theater
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Samuel Penderbayne is a Professor at the Faculty of Performing Arts of the Music and Arts Private University of the City of Vienna . His career bridges modern and classical music, focusing on cross-genre composition to expand aesthetic and social traditions. He has collaborated with renowned opera houses and orchestras worldwide, including the Hamburg State Opera, Zurich Opera House, Ensemble Resonanz, and l'Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France. Penderbayne earned his PhD from the Hamburg University of Music and Theatre in 2018 with a dissertation on cross-genre composition, receiving the highest grade summa cum laude (1.0) . He has secured grants from prestigious institutions like the German Music Council, Claussen-Simon Foundation, and GEMA Foundation, and is part of the German Research Foundation's "Artistic Music Research" network. His compositions span musical theater, concert music, and film scores, with a unique emphasis on works for young audiences. His children's opera The Snow Queen has been performed over 100 times in Germany and Switzerland. He co-founded the biennial NORDLIED Festival for progressive song art in Hamburg, exploring innovative recital formats.

George Elliott Clarkeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• African-Canadian Literature
• Canadian Literature
• Poetry
• +۵ مورد دیگر

George Elliott Clarke serves as the E.J. Pratt Professor of Canadian Literature within the Department of English at the University of Toronto's Faculty of Arts and Science. A preeminent scholar and creative force, he specializes in African-Canadian and African-American history and culture with deep expertise in Maritime provincial contexts, particularly Africadian heritage (African-American and Mi'kmaq roots). His foundational work includes compiling the most comprehensive bibliography of African-Canadian writing to date, establishing critical frameworks for the field. Dr. Clarke's research traverses African-Canadian literary traditions, Canadian multicultural policy analysis, postcolonial theory, and poetic innovation rooted in Africadian experience. His verse novel Whylah Falls revolutionized Canadian literature by centering Black Nova Scotian narratives through jazz-infused poetry, while Execution Poems —recipient of the Governor General's Literary Award—exposes buried histories of slavery through meticulous archival reconstruction. Current projects include the opera libretto Trudeau: Long March, Shining Path and the epic poem I & I , extending his lifelong exploration of race, history, and artistic form. His scholarly output reveals consistent thematic trajectories: historical reclamation of marginalized voices, interdisciplinary fusion of poetry and cultural studies, and rigorous interrogation of Canadian identity. Clarke's work bridges academic rigor and public engagement, often incorporating Mi'kmaq relations and diasporic consciousness into analyses of Atlantic Canadian communities. Officer of the Order of Canada (2008) Member of the Order of Nova Scotia (2006) Governor General's Literary Award for Poetry (2001) Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation Fellowship (2005) Eight honorary doctorates from Canadian universities (1999-2012) As an educator, Clarke has mentored generations of scholars in Canadian literary studies and Africadian culture, while his advocacy for multiculturalism and anti-racism informs both pedagogy and public discourse. His Trudeau Fellowship enabled extensive research travel and community collaborations, amplifying marginalized narratives through international scholarly networks. Current grants support his epic poetry project and archival work on Black Canadian historical sites, reflecting his commitment to preserving cultural memory through artistic innovation.

Tomi Mäkeläمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musicology
• Nordic Music
• Film Music Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Tomi Mäkelä is a Professor of Musicology at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, affiliated with the Faculty of Philosophy II and the Department of Musicology. His academic journey includes pivotal roles at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg (1996–2008) and the University of Cologne (1995–96), alongside research positions with the German Research Foundation (DFG). Educated at the University of Vienna and Sibelius Academy Helsinki, he holds a Dr. phil. from TU Berlin (1988) and specializes in Nordic composers, film music diegesis, and music education history. Mäkelä's research explores the intersections of cultural identity, modernity, and musicology, with emphases on Jean Sibelius, Kaija Saariaho, and Nordic modernism. His work bridges historical analysis, aesthetics, and sociocultural contexts, particularly examining how environment and regional traditions shape musical innovation. His publications reveal consistent themes: Nordic musical nationalism, cross-cultural influences in 20th-century composition, and the evolution of pedagogical practices. Recent articles analyze cinematic soundscapes, ecological symbolism in Sibelius, and ethical dimensions in musical titling. Scientific Awards: Geisteswissenschaften International (2008) for Poesie in der Luft Fredrik-Pacius-Preis (2023) from the Swedish Literary Society in Finland Mäkelä contributes to editorial boards (e.g., Twentieth Century Music ) and international research networks, including the Grieg Research Centre. He has produced over 30 hours of radio programming and lectures globally on Nordic music history.

Mathieu Duplayمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• American Literature
• English-language Canadian Literature
• Theatre Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Mathieu Duplay is Professor of American Literature at Paris Diderot University since 2011, previously holding the same position at University of Lille 3 from 2003-2011. He serves as Co-director of doctoral programs for the French Association for American Studies, elected member of Doctoral School 131 council, and elected member of LARCA council (UMR 8225). His research focuses on the interdisciplinary intersection of literature, theater, and music in the United States and English-speaking Canada, with particular attention to the stage works of composer John Adams and the relationship between literature and music in North American poetry and fiction. His work explores the boundaries of the literary, with special interest in transcendentalist writers like Ralph Waldo Emerson. Duplay's scholarly output reveals consistent engagement with American musical theater, opera studies, and the intersection of literature with musical composition. His publications demonstrate expertise in analyzing how literary texts interact with musical compositions, particularly in operatic contexts. His research spans from historical transcendentalist philosophy to contemporary composers like John Adams, Steve Reich, and Stephen Sondheim. Co-director of doctoral programs, French Association for American Studies Elected member, Doctoral School 131 council Elected member, LARCA council (UMR 8225) Appointed member (substitute), 11th section of CNU Duplay supervises graduate work in American Literature (19th-21st Century), American musical theater, aesthetics and history of ideas, and LGBT literature and issues. His academic trajectory shows a consistent focus on interdisciplinary approaches to American cultural production, with particular attention to the relationship between textual and musical forms.

• Music History
• Musical Theater Studies
• Operetta Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nils Grosch is a University Professor and Head of Department for Art, Music and Dance Studies at Paris Lodron University Salzburg. With an extensive research portfolio including 103 publications and leadership of 19 active research projects, he maintains a prominent position in contemporary musicology. His academic leadership is evidenced by his role as department head and his extensive project management responsibilities across multiple significant research initiatives. Grosch's research focuses on music history with particular emphasis on musical theater, operetta, and the complex relationship between music and historical contexts. His work examines music mobility, particularly the migration of musicians and musical ideas, with significant attention to the Glyndebourne Festival and émigré musicians during the 1930s-1940s. He investigates historical representation in musical theater, especially regarding how history is portrayed in English and German-language musicals since WWII. His scholarship also addresses the production of popular music in Germany and Austria between 1930-1950, including the challenging period of the Nazi regime and its impact on musical culture. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong thematic focus on cultural displacement, artistic migration, and the complex interplay between politics and musical production. His work on the Glyndebourne Festival examines how European musicians navigated exile and cultural adaptation, while his research on Nazi-era music explores the paradoxes of artistic production under dictatorship. Grosch demonstrates particular expertise in the historical analysis of popular musical theater forms and their sociopolitical contexts. Grosch actively contributes to the academic community through numerous lectures, conference presentations, and editorial work. His 170 documented activities demonstrate extensive engagement with both scholarly and public audiences, including specialized academic lectures and public-facing presentations. He serves on various committees including examination boards, habilitation committees, and appointment committees, reflecting his standing within the academic community. His current research projects indicate significant grant funding supporting his investigations into music history, particularly concerning the representation of history in musical theater and the production of popular music during politically turbulent periods.

Brady R. McElligottمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Opera
• Voice
• Composition
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Brady R. McElligott serves as Associate Professor of Music in Opera and Voice and Director of Opera Studies at The University of Tulsa within the Kendall College of Arts & Sciences, Department of Music. His educational background includes: M.M. in Music Composition, The Florida State University (Dissertation: "Field Songs") B.M. in Music Composition, The Florida State University A.A. in Music, Brevard Community College McElligott's research and professional expertise spans Opera, Voice, Composition, and Collaborative Piano. With 15 years as musical director/coach working alongside opera diva Marilyn Tyler at The University of New Mexico, he brings extensive practical experience to his academic role. His career includes performances with Opera Southwest, University of New Mexico Opera Theatre, La Zarzuela de Alburquerque, and the Santa Fe Opera's Pueblo Opera Program. Professional highlights include serving as Korrepetitor at the American Institute of Musical Studies in Graz, Austria, and directing community opera programs. His creative output features recordings of original compositions for bassoon/piano (with William Dietz and Paula Fan) and vocal works (with Judith Raiford), available on Amazon. At TU since 2007, he teaches voice, diction, vocal pedagogy, and opera literature while directing the opera studies program.

• Bass Clarinet extended techniques
• Contemporary performance practices
• Reed making and design of single reeds
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Philip Everall is a Lecturer (Classical Music) and Head of Woodwind at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. He teaches Principal Studies in Clarinet and Bass Clarinet, Woodwind Workshop, Chamber Music, and contributes to music history courses including Modernism and Postmodernism, Classical to Romantic transitions, and Contemporary Performance Practice. Doctor of Philosophy, Edith Cowan University (2016) Masters of Music, Netherlands (2005) Bachelor of Music, The University of Western Australia (2003) His research focuses on Bass Clarinet extended techniques , Reed making and design of single reeds , and Chamber music of the late twentieth century . He co-created the performance series "Under Over Through" (2019) and explores contemporary interpretations of classical works. Recent projects include "New Discipline: building a repertoire for bass clarinet and piano" funded by the ECU Early Career Researcher Grant ($20,080, 2019–2020). He supervises doctoral and Master’s students in topics spanning reed instrument innovation, conceptual text scores, and cross-cultural performance practices. ECU WAAPA Research Medal (2016) ECU Postgraduate Excellence Award (2012)

Andries Weidemannمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Dance
• Dance Education
• Choreography
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Andries Weidemann is a Lecturer in Classical Dance at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University, where he has taught since 2009. A South African-born dancer and choreographer, he bridges performance practice with academic rigor in classical dance education. His educational background includes: Certificate IV in Training & Assessment (ECU, 2013) Graduate Certificate of Higher Education (ECU, 2013) Currently completing Master of Education (Research) at ECU Weidemann's research centers on biomechanics and health in dance, with emphasis on leg alignment, turnout mechanics, and injury prevention in ballet. His work integrates sports science with classical technique to optimize dancer performance and safety. He actively publishes in dance medicine journals while maintaining a parallel career in choreography. His scholarly output reveals a dual trajectory: scientific publications analyze biomechanical principles in ballet, while creative works span major productions for WAAPA, West Australian Ballet, and Opera. This synergy between empirical research and artistic practice defines his contribution to dance scholarship. His recognition includes: ECU Vice Chancellor’s Staff Award for Engagement (2013) Weidemann supervises Honours students and serves as Associate Supervisor for doctoral research. He contributes to industry projects like the PwC Skills for Australia initiative and collaborates with The Royal Academy of Dance and Cecchetti Society. His grant activity focuses on health in performing arts research. As a practicing choreographer, he creates for WA Ballet, Opera, and major events including the CHOGM 2011 opening ceremony, demonstrating applied expertise across academic and professional performance domains.