جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

Natalie Foresterمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Acting
• Musical Theater
• Singers Coaching
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Natalie Forester is a lecturer for basic scenic instruction in the Bachelor of Singing program at the University of Music and Performing Arts Frankfurt since 2017. She also provides acting training for opera programs at the Mozarteum University Salzburg and HmdK Stuttgart. She studied acting at the University of Music and Theatre Saarbrücken and the Bavarian Theatre Academy "August Everding" Munich. Her career includes ensemble memberships at Mainfranken Theater Würzburg (2004-2008) and Pfalztheater Kaiserslautern (2012-2016), with notable roles like "Nora" (Ibsen) and Clytemnestra ("The Oresteia"). She has guested at Bavarian State Theater Munich, Grillo Theater Essen, and others. As an acting and speech coach, she has worked with opera productions in Würzburg, Konstanz, and Stuttgart, and directed "Das Zauberwort" with Dortmund Chorakademie in 2009. Academic Appointments: Lecturer for Basic Scenic Instruction, University of Music and Performing Arts Frankfurt (2017-present) Acting Instructor, Mozarteum University Salzburg (Master's Opera program) Acting Instructor, HmdK Stuttgart Education: University of Music and Theatre Saarbrücken Bavarian Theatre Academy "August Everding", Munich Awards: Best Actress, 2007 Bavarian Theater Days

Neil Semerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

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

Neil Semer serves as an Adjunct Lecturer in Voice/Musical Theater at the Conservatory of Music within Brooklyn College's School of Visual, Media and Performing Arts, City University of New York. He maintains a primary voice studio in New York City and conducts international teaching engagements across Toronto, London, Paris, Copenhagen, and multiple locations in Germany. His academic foundation includes training at the Manhattan School of Music. Semer's pedagogical approach integrates Bel Canto principles with scientific vocal physiology and emotional musical interpretation, emphasizing holistic coordination of heart, mind, and body. His expertise spans classical, musical theater, and contemporary vocal genres, with significant influence through global masterclasses at institutions including the Royal Academy of Music, National Association of Teachers of Singing conventions, and major opera companies worldwide. His methodology focuses on developing technically proficient performers capable of authentic artistic expression across diverse musical styles. Semer founded and directs the Neil Semer Summer Vocal Institutes, now in its 24th annual iteration (2020), held in Switzerland and Canada. His educational impact is demonstrated through students performing at premier venues including the Metropolitan Opera, Covent Garden, Bayreuth Festival, and major Broadway productions. Professional highlights include teaching appointments with the Canadian Opera Company, Vancouver Opera, Hawaiian Opera, Norwegian Opera, and Broadway productions of Miss Saigon and Bombay Dreams . He delivered the keynote address at the 2004 Australian NATS Convention and has conducted masterclasses across五大 continents at institutions including the Royal Academy of Music, Leipzig Hochschule, and Australian conservatoriums.

Henner Momannمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Dramatic Arts
• Theater Performance
• Acting Techniques
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Henner Momann is a Lecturer in dramatic fundamentals and role development at the University of Music and Performing Arts in Frankfurt am Main. Born in Nordhorn (1986), he studied acting at the University of Music and Theatre in Leipzig. He has held roles at prominent institutions including the Dresden State Theatre, Oldenburg State Theatre, and Mainz State Theatre, collaborating with directors such as Simon Solberg, Julia Hölscher, and Jan-Christoph Gockel. Since 2019, he co-developed the cult production Sophia, Death and I , which he also directed. His current engagements include The Threepenny Opera . His career spans theater, TV, and film, with a focus on creative direction and performance. Notable collaborations include projects with Anika Baumann and Julian von Hansemann. Momann’s work emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to theater, blending traditional and contemporary techniques. Labs/Teams: Active at Staatstheater Mainz, contributing to both classical and modern productions. His teaching integrates practical performance training with theoretical insights from his stage experience.

Lisa Wedekindمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Pedagogy
• Classical Singing
• Opera Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lisa Wedekind is a renowned mezzo-soprano and vocal pedagogue affiliated with the State University of Music Trossingen, where she holds a singing class and teaches vocal pedagogy, methodology, and didactics. She also previously held teaching roles at the University of Music, Drama and Media Hannover and the University of Music Saar in Saarbrücken. Her academic career includes assistant roles under notable figures like Judith Lindenbaum and Prof. Arthur Janzen. Her research interests focus on vocal technique, historically informed performance practices, and music education. She emphasizes the integration of pedagogical expertise with human empathy and curiosity about vocal development. Her teaching spans undergraduate and graduate programs, including master's studies in Music Education. Wedekind’s performance career spans major opera houses (Bern, Bonn, Düsseldorf) and concert venues (Berlin Philharmonie, Liederhalle Stuttgart), with notable roles such as Dorabella (Cosí fan tutte), Erda (Das Rheingold), and Ruggiero (Alcina). She is also celebrated for Handel interpretations and chamber music collaborations across Europe and Asia. Her awards include the German National Singing Competition 1st Prize and the GEDOK Song Competition 1st Prize. She regularly conducts masterclasses in Germany and Italy, emphasizing ensemble singing and vocal training. Recent projects include workshops on scenic design and vocal support for professional singers. Labs/Teams: She leads vocal pedagogy initiatives at Trossingen, collaborates with institutions like the Cologne Philharmonic, and directs choral projects such as 'Singing with Class' for primary schools.

Andrea Raabeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theatre
• Opera Direction
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Andrea Raabe is a Professor at the University of Music Karlsruhe and Director of the Institute for Music Theater. She holds a Vice Rector role for University Administration (2005–2019) and chairs the International Handel Academy Karlsruhe since 2012. She has directed major operas globally and served as a juror for the International Singing Competition for Wagnerian voices (2009). Education: Studies in Music Theatre Directing under Götz Friedrich at Hamburg University of Music and Theatre. Research & Career: Specializes in opera direction and music theatre, with notable productions including Handel's Alcina , Donizetti's Maria Stuarda , and world premieres like Luca Lombardi's Prospero . Her work spans 17th–21st century repertoire, emphasizing historical authenticity and contemporary reinterpretation. Administration & Engagement: Led the Nuremberg Opera (1998–2003), staging works from Monteverdi to Poulenc. Active in academic leadership and international opera initiatives.

Claudia Schojanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Speech Training
• Phonetics
• Opera Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Claudia Schojan is a Lecturer specializing in Speech Training/Phonetics at the Institute for Music Theatre (IMT) within the University of Music Karlsruhe since 2009. She also held a teaching role at the University of Music and Performing Arts Stuttgart since 1999. Born into a family of performing artists, she transitioned from classical singing studies at the Hanns Eisler Academy of Music in Berlin to speech art, completing her diploma at the Stuttgart State University of Music and Performing Arts. Since 1999, she has worked as a freelance speech artist and language coach for singers, collaborating with major opera houses like the Stuttgart State Opera. Her expertise bridges vocal performance, language coaching for German opera repertoires, and interdisciplinary musical-literary programs. Education: Diploma in Speech Art, Stuttgart University of Music (post-graduation from Hanns Eisler Academy) Her research interests focus on integrating speech training with musical performance, emphasizing the synergy between vocal technique and theatrical expression. She has collaborated with renowned directors such as Jossi Wieler/Sergio Morabito and Kirill Serebrennikov, contributing to productions through language coaching and vocal guidance. Her work extends to CD productions and multimedia performances combining text and music. Notably, her practical experience in opera houses informs her teaching, providing students with direct insights into professional demands. She maintains an international presence, having worked with institutions in Germany and abroad.

Alois Seidlmeierمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Conducting
• Opera
• Music Theatre
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alois Seidlmeier is a Professor of Conducting at the Opera School of the University of Music Karlsruhe. He also serves as Chief Conductor and Musical Director of the Heilbronn Symphony Orchestra since 2017. Born in 1967 in Landsberg am Lech, Bavaria, he received early training in piano, voice, trombone, and organ. His academic journey included studies in church music in Regensburg and conducting at the Würzburg University of Music under Günther Wich and others. His professional career spans roles such as Ballet and Solo Coach (Mainfranken Theater, 1996–2000), Musical Director (2000–2002), and Deputy General Music Director/Principal Conductor at Mannheim National Theatre (2010–present). His repertoire encompasses over 70 operatic works and 150 symphonic pieces, collaborating with renowned artists like René Pape and Jonas Kaufmann. Research interests focus on opera direction, orchestral conducting techniques, and the integration of historical performance practices into modern stage productions. His guest engagements have taken him to major international stages, reflecting his expertise in both classical and contemporary repertoire.

• Operatic Performance
• Art Song (Lied)
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Christian Elsner is a German tenor and professor of voice at Karlsruhe University of Music (since 2017) and Würzburg University of Music (since 2006). He is celebrated for his versatility in operatic heldentenor roles (e.g., Wagner's Siegmund and Parsifal) and lied recitals, collaborating with renowned pianists like Hartmut Höll and conductors such as Simon Rattle. A winner of the ARD Munich Competition, his discography includes iconic works like Schubert's Winterreise and Beethoven's Missa Solemnis. Beyond performance, he authored children's books like Lennie and the Magic Flute . Education: Studied singing with Prof. Martin Gründler in Frankfurt Coached by Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau (Berlin) and Neil Semer (New York) Research Focus: Specializes in German Romantic lied repertoire, Wagnerian vocal technique, and historical performance practices. Explores interdisciplinary connections between vocal pedagogy and literature through his children's books. Key Collaborations: Performed at major venues: Berliner Philharmonie, Carnegie Hall, Teatro alla Scala Recorded with orchestras including Berlin Philharmonic and Vienna State Opera Awards: ARD International Music Competition Munich (Winner) Teaching: Combines solo career with vocal pedagogy, emphasizing technical precision and artistic expression. Founded voice department curricula at both institutions.

Sigmar Steddinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operatic Accompaniment
• Opera Direction
• Music Theatre Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sigmar Steddin is a Professor of Accompaniment and Director of Studies at the Institute for Music Theater, University of Music Karlsruhe since 2001. His career spans roles as rehearsal coach, conductor, and accompanist across renowned theaters including Zurich Opera House, Deutsche Oper am Rhein, and Kassel State Theater. He has collaborated with notable conductors like Alberto Zedda and Ádám Fischer, and led major operas by Verdi, Donizetti, and Mozart. Education: Studied conducting under Räto Tschupp, Martin Schmitt, and Erich Wächter, and piano with Werner Genuit at the University of Music Karlsruhe. Research interests focus on music theater ensemble dynamics, operatic performance techniques, and historical performance practices. Extensive international experience includes collaborations in Switzerland, Italy, Cyprus, and Turkey through masterclasses with Hilde Zadek, Brigitte Fassbaender, and others. No scientific awards or grant information provided in sources.

• Music Theatre
• Opera
• Orchestral Conducting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matthias Hammerschmitt is affiliated with the Department of Music Theatre at the Karlsruhe University of Music. He holds the role of Academic Staff (Lecturer) and has extensive experience in music theatre, opera, and orchestral conducting. Born in 1957, he began his musical training at age 10, eventually studying with Thomas Ungar and holding roles as répétiteur, Kapellmeister, and conductor across institutions like the Landestheater Coburg, Staatstheater Karlsruhe, and Schlossfestspiele Ettlingen. Since 1990, he has contributed to the Institute for Music Theatre at his current university. His work spans freelance conducting, choral direction, and composing incidental music for opera, operetta, and musical performances. Educational Background: Studied bandmaster under Thomas Ungar in Stuttgart (1977 onward), with early teaching roles in piano and music theory. Research & Creative Work: Specializes in music theatre production, orchestral leadership, and collaborative performance arts. Notably established music theatre programs at the Schlossfestspiele Ettlingen (1986–1991) and Volksschauspielen Ötigheim (1997–2012). His compositional work includes arrangements for diverse genres, alongside piano accompaniment. Guest performances include engagements in Rio de Janeiro, Strasbourg, and Baden-Baden. Additional Activities: Maintained roles as organist, music director, and ensemble leader across various institutions. Active in Jeunesses musicales and other cultural initiatives.

Mascha Pörzgenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Theater Directing
• Opera Production
• Dramatic Arts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Mascha Pörzgen holds the position of Professor of Dialogue Directing and Dramatic Teaching at the Hanover University of Music, Drama and Media. Born in Bonn and raised in Moscow, she trained in film and theater acting in Berlin, graduating with distinction from the University of Hamburg under Manfred Brauneck and Jürgen Flimm. Her career includes roles as an assistant director at the Burgtheater Vienna under notable figures like Claus Peymann and George Tabori, and collaborations with Werner Schroeter, Joachim Herz, and Johannes Schaaf across major theaters like the Bolshoi and Mariinsky. Her work spans experimental, classical, and contemporary theater and opera, including productions of Verdi’s *I Vespri Siciliani*, Tchaikovsky’s *Eugene Onegin*, and modern works like Ligeti’s *Le Grand Macabre*. She has directed at venues in Vienna, Dresden, Berlin, and beyond. Teaching roles include stage instruction at the Berlin State Opera’s International Opera Studio, lecturer positions at Folkwang University in Essen (2007–2015), and visiting professorships at Berlin University of the Arts (2012/13) and Mozarteum University Salzburg (2015). At HMTMH, she contributes to the Department of Opera and Vocal Studies, emphasizing dialogue directing and dramatic pedagogy. Her expertise bridges performance, pedagogy, and intercultural theatrical production.

Michael Josef Schmiederمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Dance
• Choreography
• Contemporary Dance
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael Josef Schmieder is a faculty member at the Institute of Music at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, where he serves as a Professor of Dance. With extensive professional experience as a choreographer, dance educator, yoga instructor, and social pedagogue, he brings a wealth of practical knowledge to his academic role. Professor Schmieder's research and professional interests span contemporary dance, choreography, theater performance, and the intersection of dance with social pedagogy. His work demonstrates a unique integration of artistic expression with social engagement, particularly through projects with vulnerable populations including individuals with mental health challenges, youth aged 10-20, and unaccompanied minor refugees through the Future-Campus educational program at the youth meeting center in Oberschleißheim. His choreographic output shows a consistent focus on theatrical expression across diverse settings, from major opera houses to experimental theater spaces. His work demonstrates versatility across musical theater, contemporary dance, opera, and experimental performance, with a particular strength in character development and narrative movement. Professor Schmieder has maintained an active teaching presence alongside his professional choreographic work, notably at the Bavarian Theater Academy August Everding/Music and Theater University at the Prinzregententheater in Munich from 1998 through the summer semester of 2019. His professional network extends across Germany, Austria, and France, with collaborations at major theaters including the Semperoper Dresden, Oper Frankfurt, Bavarian State Opera, and numerous state and city theaters throughout Europe.

Florian Erdlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Orchestral Conducting
• Opera Direction
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Florian Erdl is a freelance conductor and Professor of Conducting at the University of Music and Theatre Rostock, where he has served as interim professor since 2020 and assumed his current role in 2023. He holds significant experience as Principal Kapellmeister and Deputy General Music Director (GMD) at several theaters, including Stadttheater Pforzheim (where he also acted as provisional GMD), Schleswig-Holsteinisches Landestheater in Flensburg, and Graz Opera. Erdl has also served as Artistic and Musical Director of the Kammeroper Frankfurt for nearly a decade and currently oversees symphony concerts and opera productions at his academic institution. Erdl’s educational background includes studies in Orchestral Conducting and Accompaniment at the University of Music Franz Liszt in Weimar under Gunther Kahlert, Nicolas Pasquet, and Anthony Bramall. He further refined his skills through masterclasses with Bruno Weil in Munich. Additionally, he studied Directing at the Bavarian Theatre Academy Munich under Cornel Franz, and Music Theory under Stefan Rohringer and Ullrich Kaiser in Munich. His academic pursuits also encompassed Musicology and Philosophy. Erdl’s research and professional interests focus on orchestral conducting, opera direction, and music education. He is dedicated to fostering talent through collaborations with youth orchestras such as those in Schleswig-Holstein, Hessen, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, and the Young Academy Rostock. His work bridges classical repertoire, contemporary performance practices, and pedagogical innovation in musical training. No scientific awards have been listed in the provided text. In his academic role, Erdl advises students in conducting and opera performance, though specific advisee names are not listed. Grants and funding details are not provided in the text. Erdl is actively involved with: the Kammeroper Frankfurt as its former director, Bayerische Symphonieorchester Munich (founded and conducted), Neurbrandenburger Philharmonie, Munich Symphony Orchestra, and collaborations with youth orchestras including the Young Academy Rostock (a program under Daniel Barenboim’s patronage).

• Choral Conducting
• Orchestral Conducting
• Sacred Music
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Philipp Amelung is the University Music Director (Universitätsmusikdirektor) and a part-time lecturer at the Musikwissenschaftliches Institut, Faculty of Humanities, University of Tübingen. He has held the position of UMD since April 1, 2011, and teaches Satzlehre (musical composition/analysis) at the institute since the winter semester 2011/2012. He leads multiple ensembles, including the Akademischer Chor, Akademisches Orchester, and Camerata Vocalis. His professional focus lies in choral and orchestral conducting, with a deep engagement in sacred and classical repertoire. His work emphasizes historically informed performance, particularly with Baroque ensembles like Ensemble La Banda Augsburg. He has conducted major works by composers such as J.S. Bach, Brahms, Beethoven, Mozart, and Schumann in prestigious venues and festivals across Europe and beyond. Philipp Amelung has led international concert tours to countries including Israel, Brazil, the USA, Italy, and Sweden with Tübingen’s academic ensembles. He has also been invited to perform at renowned festivals such as the Carmel Bach Festival and Herrenchiemsee-Festival. His early career included leadership roles with the Münchener Bach-Chor (2001–2005), Schola Cantorum Leipzig (from 2005), and the Leipziger Vocalensemble (2006–2011). He studied singing, choral conducting, and orchestral conducting at the Musikhochschule München, completing his studies with Meisterklasse distinction. His musical training began at age eight in the Tölzer Knabenchor. He also held teaching positions at the University of Music and Theatre Munich (2001–2005) and the Catholic University of Church Music in Rottenburg (since 2011). There are no listed scientific awards or peer-reviewed publications in the provided texts. Philipp Amelung mentors students through ensemble direction and vocal coaching, though no formal PhD or master’s advisees are named. He has received institutional support for international tours and festival appearances. His work integrates performance, pedagogy, and artistic leadership within the academic environment. He leads the Akademischer Chor, Akademisches Orchester, and Camerata Vocalis at the University of Tübingen. He was also artistic director of the Kammerchor München (2005–2011), which performed at major German and international festivals and undertook cultural missions to Southeast Asia under the Goethe-Institut.

Elmar Fuldaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theater
• Drama
• Leadership
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Elmar Fulda has served as President of the Frankfurt University of Music and Performing Arts (HfMDK) since October 2018. With a career spanning decades as an opera and drama director, he previously held roles as Vice President for Artistic Practice and Professor of Music Theater at the Franz Liszt University of Music in Weimar (2005–2018). His academic work focuses on music theater, artistic leadership, and strategic management. Born in Munich (1964), studied German Studies, Theatre Studies, and Musicology at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich Freelance director in musical theater and drama since 1995 Leadership roles in university management, including new construction, press, fundraising, and inclusion initiatives Co-founder of Thuringian Opera Studio and participant in research project 'Strategic University Management' (Fernuniversität Hagen) His research interests bridge artistic practice with institutional strategy, emphasizing the sociocultural role of arts universities. He has supervised management activities with personal trainers and conducted seminars on leadership, time management, and conflict resolution. As President, he oversees departments including Artistic Operations Office, Fundraising, Press and Communication, and Study Financing. Personal interests include sailing, winter sports, and family culinary activities.