جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mauro Calcagnoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Opera Studies
• Early Modern Music
• Performance Studies
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Mauro Calcagno is an Associate Professor of Music at the University of Pennsylvania, specializing in opera studies, early modern music, performance studies, critical theory, and digital humanities. He holds a Ph.D. in Music from Yale University (2000) and previously taught at Harvard University (until 2008) and Stony Brook University (until 2013). His research focuses on Baroque opera, Monteverdi’s works, and digital editions of early music. Notable publications include From Madrigal to Opera: Monteverdi's Staging of the Self and contributions to the Journal of the American Musicological Society . His edition of Cavalli's Eliogabalo has been internationally performed and critically praised. He co-directs the Marenzio Online Digital Edition (MODE), funded by a NEH grant, and is involved in initiatives like the Bibliotheca Dantesca online journal and the Music in the Pavilion concert series. His awards include the Alfred Einstein Award for an essay on 17th-century vocal aesthetics. At Penn, he directs undergraduate education in the Music Department, chairs the Center for Italian Studies (2017–2021), and co-leads the Rodin Arts Collective. His teaching spans doctoral seminars on opera theory, Baroque music, and digital editing, as well as undergraduate courses on opera history. He actively collaborates with institutions like the Juilliard School and the Centre for Baroque Music in Versailles, offering workshops on Baroque performance practices. His current projects include a book on modern stagings of Baroque opera and a comparative literature initiative through Penn’s graduate programs.

Matthew Shlomowitzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary composition
• Notions of artistic voice
• Music theatre
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Matthew Shlomowitz is Professor of Composition at the University of Southampton, actively engaged in contemporary music creation and scholarly work. His position places him at the forefront of innovative compositional practices, with collaborations spanning international ensembles and performers including Rubiks Collective, Ensemble Nikel, and major orchestras worldwide. Shlomowitz's research explores contemporary composition with particular focus on notions of artistic voice, music theatre including performance-lectures, neoclassicism, polytonality, and instrumental music with recorded sound. His work investigates technical approaches within music composition, historical textures, and forms that have fallen out of circulation within contemporary music making, seeking new potentialities for these techniques. His publications reveal a consistent exploration of polytonality across multiple volumes, theatrical works spanning monodramas to collaborative pieces, and scholarly examinations of artistic identity in contemporary music. The works demonstrate his interdisciplinary approach that bridges composition, performance art, and musicology, with particular emphasis on the relationship between historical techniques and contemporary practice. Scientific Awards: Johann-Joseph-Fux-Opernkomposition prize by Land Steiermark (2015) Professor Shlomowitz currently supervises multiple PhD students in Music at the University of Southampton, including James Douglas Howell, Linhao Li, Max Syed-Tollan, and Timothy Cape. He has taught on prestigious short courses internationally including Darmstadt Summer Courses (Germany), Impuls Academy (Austria), Time of Music (Finland), Tzlil Meudcan Summer Course (Israel), and Ensemble Offspring Hatched Academy (Australia). Beyond his academic work, he co-directs the new music group Plus Minus Ensemble and hosts the Soundmaking podcast, creating platforms for contemporary musical discourse and performance.

• Materials Science
• Electrochemistry
• Energy Storage
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Professor Daniel Rettenwander is a Full Professor at the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), leading the Battery Materials Team within FACET. He also directs the Christian Doppler Laboratory for Solid-state Batteries and serves as Principle Scientist at the Center for Transport Technologies (Battery Technologies) at AIT Austrian Institute of Technology. His research focuses on advanced solid-state battery materials, particularly solid-state electrolytes and cathode materials for next-generation electric vehicle batteries. Key research interests include the development of high-performance solid electrolytes, interface engineering in batteries, and overcoming challenges in solid-state battery design such as dendrite formation and interfacial degradation. His work bridges fundamental materials science with applied electrochemical engineering, addressing critical barriers to commercializing solid-state batteries. Notable achievements include over 75 peer-reviewed publications, numerous awards including the Emerging Investigator awards (Chem. Comm., Journal of Physics: Energy), and leadership in major EU and national grants. His team’s work has been highlighted in media outlets like Gemini and Krone.at, emphasizing breakthroughs in battery materials science. Funding includes projects like OPERA (HORIZON-CL5-2022), SOLIMEC (M-ERA.NET), and CDG-supported initiatives. He supervises a dynamic team of PhD candidates and postdocs, advancing interdisciplinary research at the intersection of materials chemistry and energy storage technologies.

Todd Levyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Clarinet Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Todd Levy is an Adjunct Professor of Clarinet in the Music Department at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. He is a renowned performer with principal clarinet roles in the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO), The Santa Fe Opera Orchestra, and frequent collaborations with major orchestras including The Chicago Symphony Orchestra and The Philadelphia Orchestra. A three-time Grammy Award winner, Levy has performed at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall and the Mostly Mozart Festival, and has worked with conductors such as James Levine, Christoph Eschenbach, and Seiji Ozawa. Education: MM & BM in Clarinet from The Juilliard School His research interests focus on advanced clarinet performance techniques, contemporary repertoire interpretation, and chamber music collaboration. He has premiered works by composers including John Harbison and Joan Tower, and his recordings span labels like Deutsche Grammophon and Avie Records. Levy also co-directs Chamber Music Milwaukee and is a Vandoren/Selmer artist. His discography includes major works like the Brahms Clarinet Sonatas and The Clarinet Collection series. Notable collaborations include performances with the Guarneri Quartet, Juilliard Quartet, and violinist Pinchas Zukerman. Awards: 3× Grammy Awards, Naumburg Award (Aspen Wind Quintet) Teaching focuses on clarinet pedagogy and ensemble performance, with over 20 recorded chamber music CDs to his credit. Active in both academic and professional musical communities, he combines performance excellence with educational outreach.

Riccardo Schulzمشاهده پروفایل

استاد آموزشی

• Classical Music Recording
• Audio Engineering
• Multigenre Sound Production
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Riccardo Schulz is a Teaching Professor in the School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University, specializing in Sound Recording. He directs recording activities and oversees operations, including managing the Edgar Stanton Audio Recording Institute's summer program at the Aspen Music Festival. His work spans classical, jazz, rock, and hip-hop genres, with over 100 CD productions. He collaborates extensively with orchestras, soloists, and innovative artists. He holds a Master's in Mathematics from Duquesne University and a Master's in Musicology from the University of Pittsburgh. His expertise includes live performance recording for radio broadcasts with the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Opera, and he co-developed the School of Music's Webcast project and Destination website for live internet broadcasts. Notable collaborations: Cuarteto Latinoamericano, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, Mendelssohn Choir, and hip-hop artists like Freestyle and Unknown Prose Recipient of Latin GRAMMY Award for Inca Dances recording (2009) Creator of Arts Greenhouse hip-hop workshops for teenagers His research emphasizes technical mastery across genres, with a focus on preserving classical music traditions while innovating in contemporary recording practices. Riccardo also serves as a music critic and program annotator, contributing to WQED-FM's cultural programming.

Bryan Bowserمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Arts Management
• Entrepreneurship
• Theatre Arts
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Bryan Bowser serves as Associate Dean for Theatre Arts & Entrepreneurship, Program Director and Associate Professor of Arts Management & Entrepreneurship, and Chair of Interdisciplinary Studies at Baldwin Wallace University's Conservatory of Performing Arts. He holds dual degrees from the institution: an MBA in Entrepreneurship and a Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.). His educational background includes: MBA in Entrepreneurship from Baldwin Wallace University B.M.E. (Bachelor of Music Education) from Baldwin Wallace University Bowser's professional focus centers on arts management, entrepreneurship in creative sectors, and inclusive arts education. As a passionate advocate for community engagement, he has presented research at major conferences including the Association of Arts Administration Educators, College Music Society, Deshpande Symposium for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, and National Guild for Community Arts Education. His work bridges academic theory with practical non-profit leadership. His administrative leadership encompasses advising students in the Arts Management program and managing comprehensive Conservatory operations. Previously as associate director of external affairs, he directed community arts initiatives, summer programs, and opera productions while overseeing fundraising, marketing, and alumni relations. This operational expertise was honed during three seasons as director of operations and development at Lyric Opera Cleveland prior to his return to Baldwin Wallace. Community impact defines Bowser's career through board leadership roles including president of the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland, chair of the National Guild for Community Arts Education’s Central Great Lakes Region, and board member of The Brecksville Theatre.

Luca Zoppelliمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• History of 19th-century opera
• History of Venetian music
• Musical dramaturgy
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Luca Zoppelli is a Professor of Musicology at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, since 2000. Previously, he held academic positions at the University of Salento (1993–1998 as Lecturer, then Associate Professor) and taught at several Italian conservatories including Padua, Vicenza, and Lecce. His research focuses on 19th-century opera, Venetian music history, musical dramaturgy, and the aesthetics of Baroque music. He co-directs the critical edition of Vincenzo Bellini's works and served as editor of the Schweizer Jahrbuch für Musikwissenschaft / Annales Suisses de Musicologie (2008–2019). Education: Studied Musicology and Literature at Ca' Foscari University in Venice (B.A., 1984 under Giovanni Morelli). Specialized in Baroque music aesthetics, operatic narrative structures, and the interplay between music and drama. His work bridges historical analysis with contemporary musicological methodologies. Research interests prominently feature operatic composition processes, the role of narrative in music, and the socio-political dimensions of 19th-century Italian opera. His publications critically analyze composers like Rossini, Verdi, Wagner, and Bellini, with notable contributions to understanding musical dramaturgy and the evolution of operatic forms.

Susan McClaryمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Musicology
• Cultural Analysis of Music
• Gender Studies in Music
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Susan McClary is the Fynette H. Kulas Professor of Music at Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Music (College of Arts and Sciences). A globally influential scholar, she has held professorships at the University of Minnesota, McGill University, UCLA, and the University of Oslo. Her work redefines music analysis by addressing its cultural, social, and gendered dimensions, challenging traditional aesthetic frameworks. Education : PhD in Music (Harvard University, 1976). Earlier degrees include a B.Mus. from Southern Illinois University (SIU). Research Focus : McClary’s interdisciplinary research spans the European classical canon and contemporary popular music. Key themes include gender in music, musical form’s socio-political content, and the intersection of music with identity, particularly in Renaissance and Baroque eras. Her approach emphasizes music as a dynamic social practice rather than an abstract art form. Publications & Impact : She authored landmark books such as Feminine Endings (1991) and Conventional Wisdom (2000), translated into 20+ languages. Her writings bridge musicology with feminist theory, cultural studies, and critical social analysis. Awards : 1995 MacArthur “Genius” Fellowship Advising : Oversaw over 50 doctoral dissertations Courses Taught : Music History, Music Theory, Early-Music Performance Practices Her work remains foundational in redefining music’s role in sociocultural contexts.

Michael Burdenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera Studies
• Music History
• Dance Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Michael Burden is a Fellow in Music at New College, University of Oxford, and Professor of Opera Studies. His research focuses on the history of the London stage (1660–1860), emphasizing opera staging techniques, dance performance, and Henry Purcell’s music. A former Duff Cooper Literary Prize judge, he has directed Oxford’s New Chamber Opera and co-founded the Oxford Dance Symposium. Education: BA/MA from University of Adelaide; PhD from University of Edinburgh. Leadership: Past President of the British Society for 18th-century Studies, Visitor of the Ashmolean Museum, and RISM Trustee. His publications include studies on Shakespearean adaptation in opera, dance iconography, and libretto interventions. He co-edits the complete Stradella and John Eccles editions and leads the ongoing London Stage Project 1800–1900 , aiming to document 19th-century theatre calendars. Collaborative work includes the Oxford-Princeton grant on historical performance practices in London and New York. Scientific awards include his role as a Duff Cooper Prize judge, though no personal honors are listed. His teaching spans music history from Medieval to 21st-century, with specializations in opera historiography and analysis.

Katharina Thomaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera Directing
• Classical Music
• Scenic Arts
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Prof. Katharina Thoma is a renowned opera director currently serving as Head of the Opera School at the University of Music Würzburg . She also holds the positions of Deputy Chair of the Music Academy and Dean of Studies . With a career spanning major European opera houses including the Royal Opera House Covent Garden and Glyndebourne Festival, she specializes in blending historical accuracy with modern theatrical innovation. Studied piano at Lübeck University of Music Resident director at Dortmund Opera (2011-2014) Visiting professor at Graz University of Music (2018) Freelance director since 2008 Katharina Thoma's research and practice focus on opera stage direction , scenic training for singers , and historical opera interpretation . Her work spans from Baroque masterpieces to contemporary political operas, emphasizing: Contextual authenticity in period-specific productions Modern reinterpretation of classical works Interdisciplinary approaches to staging Integration of visual and musical elements Training of next-generation opera performers Exploration of war-related themes in opera Notable productions include: 2024: Johann Strauss' The Bat (University of Music Würzburg) 2023: De Falla's El retablo de Maese Pedro 2022: Britten's The Rape of Lucretia 2019: Schönberg's Pierrot lunaire 2007: European Opera Directing Competition Finalist Her artistic contributions have been recognized with: Second Prize at the European Opera Directing Competition 'Camerata Nuova' (2007) Katharina Thoma actively mentors young singers and develops innovative opera productions at the University of Music Würzburg's Opera School. Her recent work includes: Wagner operas debut (2019/20 season) Collaboration with composers like Richard Jones and Christof Loy Participation in renowned festivals (Munich Biennale, Glyndebourne) The Opera School under her leadership focuses on comprehensive training combining: Historical performance practices Contemporary staging techniques Technical vocal training Interdisciplinary collaboration

• Contemporary Music Conducting
• Opera Production
• New Music Composition
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Daniel Nesta Curtis is an Associate Teaching Professor and Interim Director of Orchestral Studies at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music. He serves as Music Director of the CMU Contemporary Ensemble and leads initiatives like the Pittsburgh Composers Project. His roles include conducting the CMU Philharmonic, Baroque Ensemble, and orchestras in interdisciplinary productions. Education: BA in Music from Amherst College (2008) MM in Conducting from Carnegie Mellon University (2012) Research & Interests: Curtis specializes in adventurous programming of contemporary and underrepresented composers, blending orchestral music with theater, multimedia, and community engagement. He advocates for diversity in composition through projects like Nat 28 and Co-Opera, a collaborative initiative with CMU's drama department and Pittsburgh Opera. Advising & Grants: While no formal advisees are listed, Curtis mentors students through ensemble leadership and collaborative productions. His work includes premiering over 50 student/faculty compositions with the CMU Contemporary Ensemble. Labs/Teams: Directs ensembles such as Brass Roots, CMU Pre-College Orchestra, and the Contemporary Creative Practice group. Key collaborations include Quantum Theater, Chatham Baroque, and the New Hazlett Theater.

Christopher Arnesonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Voice Pedagogy
• Vocology
• Singing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Christopher Arneson serves as Professor and Director of Voice Pedagogy at Westminster Choir College of Rider University, teaching Voice Pedagogy, Literature, and Speech for the Actor. He holds concurrent faculty appointments at Princeton University (since 2016) and Rutgers University's Mason Gross School of the Arts. His primary academic affiliation is with Rider's Department of Performance Studies. His educational credentials include: Bachelor of Music in Opera from Binghamton University Master of Music in Opera from Binghamton University Post-graduate studies at Cornell University Doctor of Music from Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University Dr. Arneson's research centers on voice pedagogy, vocology, and scientific approaches to vocal instruction. His work integrates performance practice with clinical voice science, emphasizing developmental strategies for singers across genres. Key focus areas include vocal health maintenance, repertoire selection methodology, and genre-specific techniques for classical and music theater performance. He actively bridges academic research with practical studio application through publications and professional development programs. His publication trajectory from 2013-2024 reveals a systematic evolution from foundational singing principles to specialized genre applications. Early works established pedagogical frameworks for vocal development, while recent publications address nuanced challenges in music theater voice production. The 2024 Oxford Handbook contribution represents culmination of his evidence-based approach to voice teaching across diverse vocal styles and student populations. Professional recognition includes: Designation as Master Teacher for the NATS Teaching Intern Program 2021 Faculty Research Fellowship for music theater voice pedagogy scholarship Dr. Arneson has cultivated a distinguished mentoring legacy with students advancing to top-tier graduate programs (Cincinnati, Eastman, Yale) and young artist programs (Santa Fe Opera, Metropolitan Opera). His administrative leadership encompasses chairing the 2014 NATS National Conference, serving on the Fulbright U.S. Student Program Screening Committee for Voice, and editorial board service for the NATS Journal of Singing. He has secured research funding including the 2021 faculty fellowship supporting his music theater voice pedagogy book. He co-directed the CoOPERAtive Program (Westminster's young artist initiative) and the Actors Studio MFA Voice and Speech department. His clinical collaborations include vocology internships at Mt. Sinai's Grabscheid Voice Center and St. Luke's-Roosevelt's Vox Humana Laboratory, where he partners with medical professionals on voice disorder remediation and vocal health protocols.

Mary Martinمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Vocal Performance
• Opera
• Art Song
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Mary Martin serves as an Assistant Professor of Music at the School of Music, DePauw University. An accomplished soprano, she actively performs with leading opera companies including South Bend Lyric Opera and Indiana University Opera Theatre, with recent role debuts in Jake Heggie's Three Decembers and Verdi's Falstaff. Martin earned her Bachelor of Music and Master of Music degrees in Vocal Performance from the University of Michigan, where she performed the Star-Spangled Banner for President Obama. She is currently completing her Doctorate in Vocal Performance at Indiana University under Carol Vaness. Her artistic expertise spans Vocal Performance, Opera, Art Song, and Musical Theater. She emphasizes healthy vocal technique, compelling storytelling, and career preparation while guiding students through versatile repertoire from art song to musical theater. Her pedagogical approach integrates audition training with professional development for performance careers. Martin received the Sarah Joan Tuccelli-Gilbert Memorial Fellowship during her doctoral studies at Indiana University. Previously serving as Associate Instructor of Voice at Indiana University, she now directs Michigan Opera Theatre’s Operetta Remix program. Her students have secured placements in competitive performance programs at the University of Michigan, Pepperdine University, New York University, and Ithaca College.

Nicholas Fuquaمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Musical Theatre
• Opera
• Arts Education
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Nicholas Fuqua is an Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre at Catawba College, leading the musical theatre program and serving as Music Director for the Theatre Department. He teaches voice and string performance, and has extensive experience in arts education, including workshop leadership at International Thespian Festivals. Education: MFA in Theatre Directing and Pedagogy (thesis: fine arts & academic performance), MM in Musical Theatre/Opera (Arizona State University), MEd (University of Louisville), BA in Musical Theatre (Siena Heights University). Research interests focus on integrating arts education with academic achievement, vocal and instrumental performance techniques, and innovative theatre pedagogy. His work bridges performance artistry with educational theory, emphasizing practical application in classroom and stage settings. Performance highlights include semi-finalist placement in the National Musical Theatre Competition, leading roles in Halifax Opera's Canadian premieres (Thyrsis and Amaranth, The Harpies), and collaborations with Kentucky Opera. Notable stage credits include Hair!, Peter Pan!, 42nd Street, Shrek, Fiddler on the Roof, and Hello, Dolly!. Advising and professional service: No specific grants mentioned, but demonstrates leadership through roles as Fine Arts Facilitator, Performing Arts Department Chair, and arts advocate. Active member of the American Guild of Musical Artists. Contributions extend beyond academia through performance work, maintaining a dynamic balance between teaching, directing, and performing across theatre and opera disciplines.

• Vocal Performance
• Opera Studies
• Music Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Prof. Mikołaj Moroz is a Professor at the Department of Vocal and Acting Studies, Fryderyk Chopin University of Music. He serves as Director of the Polish Musical Theater and President of the Management Board of Orpheus Theater. His career includes roles as a soloist at the Schleswig-Holstein State Opera House and guest performer across Europe, alongside pedagogical work in Korea (Keimyoung University, 1999-2000). He has directed opera and operetta performances, organized cultural events, and led doctoral/postgraduate studies at his university for many years. Education: Graduated Secondary Music School in Warsaw (piano), Academy of Music in Warsaw (1991), and studied at Academia Cigiana in Siena under Prof. Carlo Bergonzi. His research interests focus on vocal techniques, opera performance, and inclusive education methods for visually impaired students. He has received prestigious awards from his university and recognition for accessibility initiatives. Awards include Rector’s academic awards and a 2008 honorary diploma. His professional contributions span performance, education, and institutional leadership in music theater and cultural administration.