جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Classical Music Performance
• Double Bass
• Chamber Music
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Kees Boersma is a Lecturer in Double Bass at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He holds a DipMus from the Victorian College of the Arts and postgraduate studies at the Sweelinck Conservatorium in Amsterdam. Boersma has performed with prestigious ensembles including the Royal Concertgebouworkest, Sydney Symphony Orchestra (SSO), Hong Kong Philharmonic, and West Australian Symphony Orchestra. His roles include principal bassist with the SSO since 1990 and artistic director of the Sydney Symphony Vanguard Collective. Education : Victorian College of the Arts (DipMus) Sweelinck Conservatorium, Amsterdam (Postgraduate) Research & Performance Interests : Specializes in double bass performance across classical and contemporary repertoires. Active in chamber music with groups like the Sydney Soloists, Australia Ensemble, and ELISION (contemporary music). Notable performances include world premieres of Colin Bright’s bass concerto and works by Donatoni, Barrett, and Ferneyhough. Recent Performances : Highlights include 2016’s The Witching Hour with the Australian World Orchestra and 2015’s Bass Extravaganza at the Art Gallery of NSW. Recorded works include The Galant Bassoon (2008) and Chamber of Horrors (2005). Awards & Recognition : No formal awards listed, though his extensive performance history and artistic direction roles reflect significant professional recognition. Teaching & Mentorship : Long-term tutor with Australian Youth Orchestra’s National Music Camps. Presented at double bass conferences and contributed to music education through recitals and masterclasses. Labs/Teams : Founding member of ELISION (contemporary music), Sydney Soloists, and regular contributor to Musica Viva tours.

• Classical Music Performance
• Orchestral Music
• Double Bass Performance
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Alex Henery is a Lecturer in Double Bass at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, University of Sydney. He has been Principal Double Bassist of the Sydney Symphony since 1998, with a career spanning major orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic, London Symphony, and Philharmonia Orchestra. His work bridges classical performance, film soundtrack composition, and educational outreach. Education: Studied double bass at the Sydney Conservatorium (1985-86), followed by training in New York and Boston. Professional roles include Co-Principal Bass positions with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (1990) and London’s Philharmonia Orchestra (1992). Active in Australia’s music scene since the 1990s, collaborating with ensembles like the Omega Ensemble and Australian World Orchestra. Research/Performance Focus: Specializes in double bass performance, orchestral collaborations, and cross-genre projects (e.g., film soundtracks for Happy Feet Two , Mao’s Last Dancer ). Explores Australian musical identity through works like My Country Australia , blending classical traditions with national themes. Recent Performances: Highlights include 2018’s Miss Brill at the Art Gallery of NSW, 2016’s Witching Hour concerto, and Mahler Symphony No.1 recordings (2010). Engages in educational initiatives via the Australian String Academy and Riverina Summer School for Strings. Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Omega Ensemble, and film scoring collectives like Click Track Music Enterprises. Active in recording studios such as the Trackdown Scoring Stage.

• Social History
• Australian History
• Cultural History
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Kim Kemmis is a Research Affiliate in the discipline of History at the University of Sydney. His research focuses on the social history of opera in Australia and the history of sexuality, particularly examining touring opera companies in the early 20th century and the development of bisexual activism in the 1970s-80s. He holds degrees including a PhD from the University of Sydney, an MA from Macquarie University, and a BTh SCD. His work explores how opera shaped national and personal identity, including studies of Frank Rigo’s Australian-identified opera company and Count Ercole Filippini’s efforts to promote opera in regional Australia. He is also investigating the legacy of bisexual critic Colin MacInnes and planning an oral history project on Australian bisexual communities. Publications include articles in the Journal of Australian Studies and entries in The Dictionary of Sydney . Media contributions include a blog on PhD research with Autism Spectrum Disorder and biographical essays on historical figures.

Sarah Craneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Opera Performance
• Classical Singing
• Vocal Pedagogy
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Sarah Crane is a Lecturer in the School of Music at The University of Queensland, specializing in vocal performance, German/French lyric diction, and stagecraft. A Brisbane-based soprano, she has won major awards including Opera Foundation Australia’s German and Metropolitan Opera Awards. Her operatic roles span diverse works like Hansel and Gretel , Rusalka , and Werther , with engagements at institutions such as Cologne Opera and Opera Australia. Crane’s recent performances include the Mozart Requiem with Brisbane Chorale, Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony with UQSO, and collaborations with Opera Queensland in events like the Bel Canto Festival. She maintains a private teaching studio and frequently delivers vocal masterclasses to secondary schools while adjudicating competitions statewide. Awards: Opera Foundation Australia’s German Award Metropolitan Opera Awards Teaching & Research: Lectures in vocal technique, diction, and stagecraft at UQ. Engaged in creative work through performances with ensembles like the Queensland Orchestra and Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.

Connor D'Nettoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Contemporary Classical Music
• Electronic Music Composition
• Experimental Music
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Connor D'Netto is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Music, University of Queensland. He holds a Master of Music from the Royal College of Music (London) and a Bachelor of Music (Honours, First-Class) from UQ. His work bridges contemporary classical music with electronic elements, creating immersive interdisciplinary experiences. Educations: Master of Music, Royal College of Music (London) - supported by Tait Trust Scholarship and multiple awards Bachelor of Music (Honours, First-Class), University of Queensland His research explores rhythmic complexity, electronic orchestration, and genre fusion. Notable projects include collaborations with Opera Queensland, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and New York's Bang On A Can collective. D'Netto co-directs Dots+Loops, a post-genre arts initiative promoting artistic equity, and co-founded the Argo concert series. Recent accolades include the 2021 APRA AMCOS Professional Development Award and being named one of Australia's '21 Hottest Creative Artists'. His compositions like String Quartet No. 2 have become set works in international competitions. Grants & Fellowships: APRA Art Music Fund Award (2018) Brisbane City Council Fellowships (2016-2018) Tait Performing Arts Association Support As a performer, he blends hardware synthesisers with classical instruments, creating visceral soundscapes. Collaborations include We Are Breathing with cellist Ben Baker, toured across Australia's east coast.

Frances Anمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس پاره‌وقت

• History and Philosophy of Marketing Psychology
• Moral Self-Perception
• Intellectual Life under Communism
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Frances An is a PhD candidate at the University of Western Australia's School of Psychological Sciences and holds a part-time academic role as a Casual Teaching Lecturer. She is also a Multi-Discipline Research Assistant and UWA Law School Research Assistant. Her research focuses on the history and philosophy of marketing psychology, moral self-perception under Communism, and data falsification in market research ('curbstoning'). Her educational background includes an Honours thesis (2019) on moral self-righteousness frameworks and a Doctoral Thesis (2024) exploring curbstoning through historical, psychological, and criminological lenses. She contributes to Cha: An Asian Literary Journal , reviewing books on Maoist culture and Chinese literature. Key research areas include Communist cultural landscapes, Maoist-era social dynamics, and the intersection of psychology with political systems. Her work critiques cultural preservation, ideological control, and ethical violations in market research practices.

Katya Johansonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Audiences for Arts and Creative Industries
• Cultural Policy
• Creative Economy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Professor Katya Johanson serves as Associate Dean (Creative Humanities) at Edith Cowan University (ECU)'s School of Arts and Humanities. Previously, she held professorial roles at Deakin University for 20 years, including leadership positions like Associate Dean (International and Engagement) and Higher Degree by Research Coordinator. Her academic journey includes a PhD in Arts from the University of Melbourne (2001), a Graduate Diploma in Editing and Publishing (RMIT, 1998), and a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education (Deakin, 2006). Her research focuses on audiences in creative industries, cultural policy, publishing trends, and youth cultural consumption. She has led projects like the Australian Research Council-funded initiative on digital innovation in live performance (2025–2028). Key themes in her work include audience behavior analysis, arts evaluation ethics, and the intersection of digital and live performance. Her publications explore topics ranging from opera production equity to rural infrastructure revitalization through art. Supervision roles include guiding PhD candidates on curatorial practices, digital scenography, and diasporic art practices. Grants include ARC Linkage funding, reflecting her commitment to bridging academic research with creative industry engagement.

Susanne Julia Thurowمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Performing Arts
• Digital Media
• Indigenous Australian Studies
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Dr. Susanne Julia Thurow is a Research Fellow at the iCinema Centre for Interactive Cinema Research within UNSW Sydney’s School of Arts, Design & Architecture. Her interdisciplinary research bridges Performing Arts, Digital Media, and Indigenous Australian Studies, focusing on contemporary theatre and immersive interactive aesthetics. ARC Laureate Postdoctoral Research Fellow Associate Director Research (Creative Arts), iCinema Centre Research Program Leader in Climate Aesthetics Education: Doctor of Philosophy (English Philology), Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (2017) First State Examination in the Career of Teachers at the Secondary School (English + German), Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel (2009) Her research explores the decolonizing potential of Indigenous and Western theatrical languages and leverages advanced interactive visualization and AI to revolutionize design processes in the performing arts and museum sectors. Key collaborations include Sydney Theatre Company, NIDA, MAAS, and Opera Australia. She has contributed to ARC Linkage Projects LP170100471 (2018-21), LP180100126 (2019-23), and LP190100563 (2021-25), with grants totaling over $1.5 million. These projects address immersive spatial aesthetics, digital archiving of ephemeral artworks, and networked museum narratives. Scientific Awards: Routledge monograph (2020) on Indigenous Australian identity in theatre, which won two awards. UNSW Dean’s Award for Research Excellence (2019) UNSW ECAN Award (2021) ASAL's Alvie Egan Book Award (2021) Dr. Thurow’s professional background spans education, print media, public broadcasting, and marketing, including roles at the ABC, Goethe Institut, and Thalia Theater (Hamburg). She supports the University of Sydney’s Indigenous petition research and has advised on artistic systems for fire safety and museum innovation.

Jessica Gethinمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Conducting
• Music Education
• Mentoring
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Jessica Gethin serves as Lecturer and Head of Orchestral Studies and Conducting at Edith Cowan University's Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), a position held since 2023 following 15 years of prior lecturing at the institution. An internationally acclaimed conductor, she has performed with major ensembles including the Dallas Opera, Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, West Australian Symphony Orchestra, and Singapore Symphony Orchestra across four continents. Gethin holds a Bachelor of Music Performance from Edith Cowan University (2003). Her research centers on conducting pedagogy across symphonic, opera, ballet, and film genres, alongside mental health advocacy in artistic communities and leadership development in high-performance ensembles. She champions innovative programming and composer collaborations while mentoring emerging musicians through WAAPA and industry initiatives. Her scholarly work includes the Churchill Fellow Report (2016), documenting international research on conductor development through cross-cultural mentorship, emphasizing performance excellence and creative leadership in classical music. Major recognitions include: Limelight Magazine Top 20 Australian Artists of the Year (2017) Australian Financial Review's 100 Most Influential Women (2015) Churchill Fellowship for Performance Excellence (2016) Brian Stacey Emerging Australian Conductor Award (2015) West Australian of the Year Finalist (Arts and Culture, 2019) Dallas Opera’s Hart Institute Inaugural Fellow (2015) Gethin secured the Churchill Fellowship grant for international conductor development research. Though formal student supervision records show no current/completed advisees, her educational impact spans WAAPA teaching since 2008, keynote speaking on arts leadership, and founding the Australian Music Project Initiative. She previously served as inaugural Chief Conductor of the Perth Symphony Orchestra (2011-2019) and currently holds Principal Conductor roles with the West Australian Ballet.

Emma Matthewsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

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

Emma Matthews AM is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Classical Voice and Opera Studies at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. Australia's most highly awarded soprano, she has earned seven Helpmann Awards, nine Green Room Awards, and the 2023 Order of Australia (AM) for her contributions to the arts. Education: Bachelor of Music Performance, Edith Cowan University, 1993 Matthews' research centers on opera performance and vocal pedagogy, with expertise spanning classical repertoire (including title roles in Lakmé , Lucia di Lammermoor , and Partenope ) and contemporary works. Her practice integrates academic scholarship with professional performance, emphasizing Australian artistic development and international collaboration. Her creative research output, exemplified by the 2018 interdisciplinary work The Space Between , explores innovative intersections of voice, theatre, and cultural narrative. This aligns with her broader career trajectory of advancing performing arts through both scholarly and artistic channels. Awards and Honors: Helpmann Award for Best Female Lead in an Opera (2004-2012, six roles) Helpmann Award for Best Female in a Supporting Role (2008) Limelight Awards: Music Personality of the Year (2010), Best Performance in an Opera (2012), Australian Artist of the Year (2016) Mo Award Remy Martin Opera Award (1996) Order of Australia (AM) (2023) ABC Young Performing Awards Vocal finalist (1993) Green Room Award (9 times) Matthews mentors emerging artists through the Artists Development Programme for MOST and serves on the Australian Singing Competition (ASC) Board. She adjudicates for the ASC and Sydney Eisteddfod, and secured a 2021 $14,995 grant for ' The Big Sea Creative Development' from the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries. Her leadership bridges academic training and professional opera practice. Based at ECU's Mount Lawley campus, she continues performing, recording (including the 2016 album Agony and Ecstasy ), and shaping Australia's vocal arts landscape.

Jeremy Neideckمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Transcultural Performance
• Queer Performance Theory
• Embodied Actor Training
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr Jeremy Neideck is a Lecturer and Course Coordinator of the Bachelor of Performing Arts at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), part of Edith Cowan University in Perth. With nearly two decades of experience working between Australia and Korea, he has established himself as a performance maker and academic specializing in transcultural performance practices. His academic work bridges the gap between scholarly research and creative practice in the performing arts. Dr Neideck's educational background includes a PhD from Queensland University of Technology (2016) with a thesis titled "The Fabric of Transcultural Collaboration," and a Bachelor of Creative Industries (Drama) from the same institution (2006). His research focuses on the interweaving of cultures in performance, the intersection of queer identities and theories in performance, and the modeling of new and inclusive social realities. His work integrates embodied performer training with Korean studies, particularly exploring p'ansori (Korean folk opera) and transcultural collaborations. Dr Neideck has developed a distinctive approach using Appreciative Inquiry in arts education, focusing on well-being, artistry, and personal agency in performer training. His creative works reveal a consistent exploration of transcultural dialogue, with projects like "Jiha Underground," "Deluge: 물의기억," and "심청 Shimchong: Daughter Overboard" examining cultural intersections between Korea and Australia. These works have been presented at major festivals including Brisbane Festival, Seoul International Dance Festival, and World Theatre Festival. QUT Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award (2016) Currency House / Copyright Agency Cultural Leadership Mentorship (2016) Brisbane City Council Lord Mayor's Fellowship for Young and Emerging Artists (2013) Asialink Residency (2013) As an educator, Dr Neideck supervises PhD candidates exploring topics like "Who is caring: investigating the intersection of movement and spoken text" and "Deep map cruising: locative performance through aural cartography." He has led significant research projects including "Fabulous Heroes: Building an open archive of queer hopes, dreams, and notions of a good life in contemporary Australia." His teaching spans courses in voice fundamentals, devising, theater workshop, stage combat, and creativity in the performing arts. Dr Neideck maintains active creative partnerships through Company Bad, which he co-founded, and has developed international collaborations with organizations in Korea and Singapore. His work regularly bridges academic research with community engagement, particularly through projects like Hello Project that create inclusive spaces for people with diverse abilities.

• Theatre Costume Design
• Dance Costume Construction
• Bespoke Garment Making
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sue Giles is a part-time Costume Technician and sessional Lecturer at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. She teaches courses in costume construction, including MSTCL4002 - Assemble and fit commercially tailored or bespoke garments and CUACOS411 - Costumes for dance and physical theatre . Education: Diploma in Performing Arts in Production and Design, Edith Cowan University (1993) Sue specializes in theatre costume design, with a focus on tutu construction and costumes for dance and physical theatre. Her expertise extends to bespoke garment making, stage costume technology, and practical training for costume production. With over two decades of experience in Perth's theatre industry, Sue has worked with prestigious organizations such as the West Australian Ballet , West Australian Opera , and Black Swan Theatre Company . She has trained future costume makers since 2007 and continues to support students in production and learning environments.

Jason Glenwrightمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Theatre
• Musical Theatre
• Opera
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jason Glenwright is a Lecturer and Course Coordinator of Lighting at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), Edith Cowan University. He is an award-winning Lighting Designer with over 300 production credits across theatre, musical theatre, opera, concerts, cabaret, circus, dance, television broadcasts, and puppetry. Education: Bachelor of Fine Arts (Technical Production) from Queensland University of Technology (2008), Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (2022). Jason's work spans national and international stages, including New York's Lincoln Centre and London's SOHO Theatre. He has collaborated with notable companies such as Bell Shakespeare, Queensland Theatre, Opera Queensland, and shake & stir. Recent Highlights: Lighting design for THE LORD MAYORS CHRISTMAS CAROLS (2021-2022), TAMING OF THE SHREW (2020), and productions like TIDDAS, AN IDEAL HUSBAND, and FRIENDS THE MUSICAL PARODY. Awards: Gold Matilda Award for outstanding industry contribution (2013) Three Matilda Awards for Best Lighting Design (2021, 2016, 2015) Best Technical Design - Dracula (2015)

Cheryl Barkerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Voice
• Opera Performance
• Vocal Arts

Cheryl Barker AO is a Distinguished Guest Lecturer in Classical Voice at the School of Music, Australian National University. She is one of the finest sopranos to emerge from Australia, renowned internationally for her performances in operas such as Madama Butterfly and Tosca. Her professional focus lies in Classical Voice and Opera Performance. Barker has performed leading roles with major opera companies worldwide including English National Opera, Opera Australia, and the Royal Opera, Covent Garden. Her repertoire spans from Puccini to contemporary works, showcasing her versatility and artistry. Her distinguished career has been recognized with the following awards: Officer of the Order of Australia (AO) Honorary Doctor of Visual and Performing Arts (Australian National University) Honorary Doctor of Music (Victorian College of the Arts)

Jessica Cottisمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Orchestral Conducting
• Classical Music
• Modern Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jessica Cottis is a Visiting Professor at the Australian National University's School of Music. She is an award-winning conductor who collaborates with prominent orchestras such as the London Symphony Orchestra, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, and Sydney Symphony Orchestra. As Chief Conductor and Artistic Director of the Canberra Symphony Orchestra, she has pioneered initiatives like significant commissions and advocacy for Australian works. Education: Australian National University (First Class Honours) Studies in Paris with Marie-Claire Alain Conducting studies at the Royal Academy of Music under Colin Metters and Sir Colin Davis Her work focuses on orchestral conducting, music programming, and performance spanning the 19th to 21st centuries. She has conducted world premieres, including Kinds of Blue by Miriama Young and pieces by Leah Curtis, alongside classical works by Sibelius, Scriabin, Stravinsky, and Rimsky-Korsakov. Scientific Awards and Honors: 2019 Classical Face to Watch (The Times, UK) Associate of the Royal Academy Distinguished Visiting Fellow at the School of Music, Australian National University A gifted communicator, Cottis contributes to BBC radio and television, discussing diverse topics from opera to environmental acoustics. She resides in London and pursues a passion for global butterfly studies outside her musical career.