جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Dearbhla Collinsمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Vocal Music
• Opera Studies
• Art Song Repertoire
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Dearbhla Collins is a prominent vocal coach and pianist, currently serving as Vocal Coach at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) and Assistant Head of Music at London's National Opera Studio. She specializes in art song accompaniment and has collaborated with renowned singers like Tara Erraught, Dame Ann Murray, and Brigitte Fassbaender. Her roles include Artistic Director of the Dublin Song Series and Artistic Administrator of the Veronica Dunne International Singing Competition. Education: ARCM (Associate of the Royal College of Music) Graduate of the Hochschule für Musik, Vienna Research Interests: Focused on vocal pedagogy, art song repertoire interpretation, and fostering young talent in classical vocal performance. Awards: 2017: Honorary Doctorate from National University of Ireland for services to music Advising & Mentorship: Mentors emerging singers through RIAM and the National Opera Studio, collaborating with leading artists like Sir Simon Keenlyside and Marie McLaughlin. Her work emphasizes bridging classical vocal traditions with contemporary performance practices. Labs/Teams: Leads the Dublin Song Series, presenting recitals at venues like the National Concert Hall, and oversees the Veronica Dunne Competition, which has launched careers for singers like Nadine Sierra.

Virginia Kerrمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera Performance
• 20th Century Music
• Performance Psychology
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Virginia Kerr is a Professor of Voice at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) and holds a vocal faculty position at the National University of Ireland Maynooth. Her expertise spans singing, English & American song performance, and performance psychology. She integrates psychotherapy principles into her teaching, addressing performance anxiety through her holistic approach. Kerr has performed internationally with major opera companies including the Royal Opera House, Glyndebourne Festival Opera, and Rome Opera, specializing in 20th-century repertoire and world premieres. Her research explores the psychological aspects of musical performance, culminating in her 2014 publication *Stage Fright* and her role as a psychotherapist specializing in performer anxiety. She co-founded the Festival de Musique de Leran in the French Pyrenees and maintains active roles as a master class instructor, adjudicator, and broadcaster. Awards include the Margaret Burke Sheridan Medal for contributions to classical music.

Aura Stoneمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Double Bass Performance
• Orchestral Music
• Chamber Music
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Aura Stone is a double bass faculty member at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) since 2021. She holds a BMus degree and specializes in fusing experiential learning with technical mastery in bass instruction. Previously, she served as sub-principal double bass in the RTE National Symphony Orchestra until 2016. A versatile freelance performer, she collaborates with orchestras including the Irish Chamber Orchestra, Ulster Orchestra, and Wexford Festival Opera. As principal bass of the Orchestra of St Cecilia, she performed Bach’s complete church cantatas over a decade. Her chamber music projects emphasize expanding the bass repertoire through 18th/early 20th-century discoveries. Co-founder of classicalkids.ie , she pioneered chamber music concerts for infants and adults, expanding nationwide with partnerships like the National Concert Hall. She examines for RIAM and Cork School of Music, tutors DYO/NYOI bass sections, and delivers masterclasses at the National Concert Hall. Her teaching extends to the Presto Project and Cherry Orchard initiatives. She plays a custom double bass crafted by Thomas Martin.

Roisín Maherمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music History
• Women in Music
• Opera Studies
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Roisín Maher serves as a Lecturer in Music History and Research Supervisor at the Cork School of Music, Munster Technological University (MTU). Her teaching portfolio encompasses first- and second-year music history modules, Women in Music, Opera Studies, and music from 1890 to present, while supervising final-year undergraduate and MA dissertations. She is co-founder and Artistic Director of the "Finding a Voice" festival celebrating women composers. Her academic credentials include a BMus and MMus. Educational background features music and French studies at University College Cork, Opera Analysis and Criticism at the University of Leeds, and doctoral studies pursued at Trinity College Dublin. Research focuses on Music History from 1890 onward with feminist perspectives, particularly Women in Music and Opera Studies. Her scholarship integrates public engagement through the "Finding a Voice" festival, which bridges academic work with community activism to highlight underrepresented voices in music history. This eight-year initiative demonstrates how pedagogical practice can organically evolve into significant cultural programming. Maher actively supervises undergraduate and MA students while leveraging the "Finding a Voice" festival as a living laboratory for student development. The festival features MTU staff, students, and graduates alongside international artists, creating unique mentorship opportunities. Her parallel 30-year career in arts administration informs her holistic approach to academic leadership. As co-founder of the "Finding a Voice" festival, Maher leads a dynamic team spanning MTU Cork School of Music and the broader arts community. The annual Clonmel-based event around International Women's Day exemplifies her commitment to creating platforms where academic research, artistic production, and social advocacy converge through performance and public programming.

• Opera Performance
• Irish Musicology
• Vocal Pedagogy
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Lecturer in Voice at Munster Technological University (MTU) Cork School of Music within the Department of Pop, Jazz, Trad, Voice and Theatre Studies. Holds a Doctor of Music (DMus) from the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), where he was the first opera singer and youngest graduate to complete doctoral studies. Educated at Schola Cantorum St Finian’s College Mullingar, Dublin City University (Music and Education), and the National Opera Studio London. Research focuses on Irish opera, operatic performance practice, and music in early childhood education, notably his groundbreaking doctoral work on Robert O’Dwyer’s Eithne which revived the 1909 Irish-language opera after 107 years. Research output spans musicological publications in Studia Hibernica , Sound Post Magazine , and Early Times Magazine , with performance-based scholarship documented through commercial recordings. Performance career informs pedagogical approaches in vocal studies, emphasizing historical context and linguistic authenticity in operatic repertoire. Artistic Director of Drogheda Classical Music and inaugural member of the Cara O’Sullivan Associate Artist Programme at Cork Opera House. Performance highlights include collaborations with London Symphony Orchestra (BBC Proms under Sir Simon Rattle), Munich Radio Symphony Orchestra, and leading roles at Glyndebourne, Irish National Opera, and La Monnaie. Discography features critically acclaimed recordings including Barry’s Alice’s Adventures Under Ground (2021) and O’Dwyer’s Eithne (2018).

Aisling Fitzgeraldمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Stage Management
• Theatre Production
• Opera Administration
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Aisling Fitzgerald serves as Lecturer in Stage Management & Theatre Production at Munster Technological University within the School of Pop, Jazz, Trad, Voice and Theatre Studies. She holds formal academic credentials including BAMus, BMus honours degrees, and Higher Diploma in Education (Music and English) from University College Cork, along with an MSc in Personal and Management Coaching specializing in creative professionals. Her research and professional interests focus on the intersection of performance production, vocational coaching for artists, and creative administration. Fitzgerald brings over sixteen years of practical industry experience to her academic role, having worked extensively with The Royal Ballet and The Royal Opera at The Royal Opera House, Covent Garden between 2010-2016. Her professional activities demonstrate strong connections between academic theory and industry practice, particularly in opera and theatre production management. Fitzgerald has received significant recognition through selective leadership programs including the OPERA America Leadership Intensive and Opera Europa Opera Management cohort. OPERA America Leadership Intensive cohort (2020) Opera Europa Opera Management cohort (2018) Board of Directors appointment at The Source Arts Centre, Thurles (2023) Fitzgerald maintains active industry engagement while teaching, currently serving as Creative Producer in Residence - Opera at Cork Opera House and Festival Producer for Towers and Tales Children's Book Festival at Lismore Castle (2022-2025). Her creative practice is documented through The Retracing Project, which connects social history with creative practice in natural and architectural heritage contexts.

Ross Scanlonمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Musical Theatre
• Voice
• Opera
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Ross Scanlon serves as Lecturer in Musical Theatre Voice at Munster Technological University (MTU) within the Pop, Jazz, Trad, Voice and Theatre Studies department. He concurrently holds positions at The Lir Academy, Trinity College (Vocal Faculty) and serves on the Royal Irish Academy of Music Board of Examiners, while maintaining a private voice studio in Bray, Co Wicklow. DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama: Awarded Michael McNamara Gold Medal for performance excellence Royal Academy of Music, London: Obtained LRAM teaching qualification Specializing in Musical Theatre vocal pedagogy, Scanlon's research and practice integrate operatic technique with contemporary performance demands. His expertise spans voice training across theatrical genres, performance anxiety management, and cross-disciplinary artistic collaboration. His dual career as performer and educator informs evidence-based teaching methodologies focused on sustainable vocal health in demanding theatrical repertoires. Scanlon mentors students through degree and Masters programs with exceptional placement outcomes in West End productions, Abbey Theatre engagements, and international cruise lines. His recent work with Sing Ireland's 'Irish Youth Training Choir' and award-nominated 'Sing for Life' program demonstrates commitment to community-based vocal education and accessible arts participation.

• Multimedia Networking
• Telecommunications
• Edge Computing
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Prof. Gabriel-Miro Muntean is a Professor at the School of Electronic Engineering, Dublin City University (DCU), Ireland. He holds a Ph.D. (2003) from DCU and B.Eng./M.Sc. degrees in Software Engineering from Politehnica University of Timisoara, Romania. He co-directs the DCU Performance Engineering Laboratory and is a Principal Investigator with Insight and Lero National Research Centres. His research focuses on multimedia networking, wireless/energy-aware communications, and technology-enhanced learning. Education: B.Eng. Software Engineering (Politehnica University of Timisoara, 1996) M.Sc. Software Engineering (Politehnica University of Timisoara, 1997) Ph.D. Electronic Engineering (DCU, 2003) Research Interests: Quality-oriented adaptive multimedia streaming Energy-efficient networking Personalized learning technologies 5G/6G network architectures Edge computing optimization Publications & Grants: Over 450 papers, 4 books, and 26 book chapters (H-index=53) EU Horizon 2020 projects: Coordinator of NEWTON, Lead in TRACTION Awards: IEEE Fellow (202X) IEEE Broadcast Technology Society Fellow Advising & Labs: Supervised 25 PhD students and 15 postdocs Co-director of DCU Performance Engineering Lab

• 19th Century Music
• Early 20th Century Art Music
• Music Education
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Rhoda Dullea is a part-time lecturer and accompanist at the University College Cork (UCC) School of Music and Theatre. She holds a PhD in Music from UCC (2005) and a part-time Master's in Education from the University of Cambridge (specializing in interdisciplinary arts education). Her research focuses on the intersection of 19th/early 20th-century art music with literature, music education, and performance theory, particularly in Central Europe. She has performed extensively in collaborative piano, opera, and theatre, including work with Opera 2005 and the Cork French Film Festival. Awards include the IRCHSS Postgraduate Scholarship and recognition in the RTE Musician of the Future Competition. Education highlights include a PhD under Dr. Christopher Morris, a Master's in Performance (Cork School of Music, 2007), and a Cambridge Master's in Arts Education. She is the accompanist for UCC Choir and has led opera education initiatives, including residencies at Banff Arts Centre. Awards and recognitions span scholarly funding, performance accolades, and educational contributions to opera and interdisciplinary arts. Her work emphasizes bridging historical music studies with contemporary pedagogical practices.

Margaret McCarthyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Ethnomusicology
• Irish Dance
• Traditional Music
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Margaret McCarthy is a lecturer in Irish dance and music at the Department of Music, University College Cork (UCC). She holds an Honours Postgraduate degree, a BMus, a Master's in Ethnomusicology, and a Higher Diploma in Education from UCC. Her career spans international performance as a principal lead in the world-renowned 'Rhythm of The Dance' troupe and solo artist, with over 42 countries toured and notable performances at the White House (2009) and alongside Dolly Parton (2006). Her research interests focus on ethnomusicology, traditional Irish arts, and cultural performance practices. She currently teaches Irish dance at UCC, drawing from her training under Peggy McTaggart, a renowned dance instructor. McCarthy's work bridges academic music education with global performance, emphasizing the preservation and innovation of Irish cultural heritage. Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Cork Opera House through the School of Film, Music and Theatre, contributing to initiatives like the Theatre Artist in Residence program. Her collaborations include the 'Rhythm of The Dance' troupe and participation in UCC's CARPE research cluster for arts and performance studies.

Jurgen Simpsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Electronic Music Composition
• Live Electronics
• Minimalist Music
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Jürgen Simpson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science & Information Systems and a core member of the Digital Media and Arts Research Centre at the University of Limerick. His work bridges electronic music composition, live performance, and interdisciplinary art, with a focus on minimalism, live electronics, and cultural memory. He actively engages in collaborative projects such as air india [redacted] , an opera addressing the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, and reinterpretations of landmark works like Simeon Ten Holt’s Canto Ostinato . Research Interests: Live electronic performance, minimalist composition, screendance, and cultural heritage through digital mediums Key Projects: air india [redacted] , Canto Ostinato live electronics adaptation, and Spiral festival series His academic contributions include over 70 research outputs across performances, compositions, and exhibitions, with notable recognition including the 2002 Oberhausen International Short Film Festival Prize. Simpson frequently presents at conferences and serves on arts committees, including leadership roles at Limerick City Gallery of Art.

Imelda Drummمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Vocal Pedagogy
• Hormonal Influence on Voice
• Opera Performance
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Dr. Imelda Drumm is a Lecturer in voice and vocal pedagogy at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), specializing in classical vocal technique for all ages and abilities. She has taught students from early training to doctoral levels, including young professional artists. Her career spans over 30 years with prestigious opera companies such as Glyndebourne Opera and Welsh National Opera, alongside collaborations with leading Irish composers like John Buckley and Seoirse Bodley. Dr. Drumm’s research focuses on hormonal influences on the elite voice, including the effects of oral contraceptives on vocal performance. She presented papers at the University of Limerick (2019), Doctors in Performance conferences (2018, 2016), and published her doctoral dissertation on hormonal impacts in 2017. She mentors singers through SingersResound UK, addressing age-related and career challenges. Her performance highlights include roles with Irish National Opera (INO), with upcoming appearances in Rossini’s William Tell (2022/2023) and future INO projects (2023/2024). She holds a DMusPerf from RIAM and trained at the National Opera Studio, London, supported by Glyndebourne Opera’s awards.

David Adamsمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Music
• Historical Performance
• Organ Studies
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Dr. David Adams is the Head of Early Music at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), where he lectures in Harpsichord, Organ, and Historical Performance. He holds a PhD from Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (2007) and advanced diplomas from institutions in Freiburg and Amsterdam. A renowned performer, Adams specializes in organ, early music, and contemporary repertoire, with international recitals and festival engagements. He has premiered numerous compositions and collaborated with orchestras such as the Ulster Orchestra and Irish Baroque Orchestra. As a conductor, he has led performances with Opera Theatre Company and the Orchestra of St Cecilia. His discography includes solo organ recordings and contributions to Naxos, Black Box, and Wergo labels. Adams’ academic work focuses on the intersection of organ performance and historical interpretation, exemplified by his doctoral research on Max Reger and Karl Straabe. He has taught at conservatories in Freiburg, Berlin, The Hague, Trinity College Dublin, and DIT Conservatory of Music and Drama. Active in academia, he has judged international competitions and delivers masterclasses globally. His dual role as organist at Christ Church Taney and St. Nahi’s in Dublin underscores his commitment to liturgical music. Education: PhD (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam), Solisten Dip (Freiburg), UM (Amsterdam), ARCM, LRIAM, FRCO, BA Performance Highlights: Debut at St. Paul’s Cathedral (age 16), collaborations with all Irish orchestras, and festival appearances across Europe Research: Specializes in 19th- and 20th-century organ repertoire and its performance practice

Sinéad Farrellمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Music Performance
• Flute and Piccolo Pedagogy
• Chamber Music Ensemble
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Sinéad Farrell is a Dublin-born flautist and piccolo player, currently serving as a lecturer in flute and piccolo at the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM) and St. Louis School of Music in Rathmines. Her roles include teaching, orchestral performance, solo recitals, and chamber music collaborations. Education: She studied flute with Doris Keogh and William Dowdall, piccolo with Patricia Morris and Catriona Ryan, and piano with Hugh Tinney and Darina Gibson. She holds a licenciate diploma in piano and is a former degree student at RIAM. Research & Performance: Farrell specializes in orchestral and chamber music, serving as principal piccolo/sub-principal flute with the National Symphony Orchestra. She has performed with ensembles like the RTÉ Concert Orchestra, City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, and English National Opera. As a soloist, she has performed concerti with the National Symphony Orchestra and others. She is a founding member of the Ficino Ensemble, touring Ireland, Europe, and North America. Teaching & Outreach: Committed to pedagogy, she teaches at RIAM and St. Louis School, delivers piccolo masterclasses, and advocates for accessible piccolo education. Her work emphasizes making the instrument approachable for flute players.

Ates Kirkanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Bassoon Performance
• Music Education
• Orchestral Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ates Kirkan is a bassoonist and educator affiliated with the Royal Irish Academy of Music (RIAM), where he serves in the Wind, Brass & Percussion department. He holds a BMus and MMus, with further studies at the Royal Northern College of Music and the Faculty of Music and Performing Arts in Ankara, Turkey. His teaching focuses on fostering musical talent through energetic, student-centric methods, aiding students in transitioning to professional careers. Professionally, Kirkan is a sought-after freelance bassoonist, performing with renowned orchestras such as the BBC Philharmonic, Bilkent Symphony Orchestra, and RTE National Symphony Orchestra. He has collaborated with conductors like Zubin Mehta and Sir Neville Mariner, and served as principal bassoonist for the Wexford Festival Opera. His pedagogical contributions extend to roles with the National Youth Orchestra of Ireland, where he is a popular tutor. Kirkan’s expertise spans performance and education, with a dedication to bassoon pedagogy and orchestral training. His career reflects a balance between active performance and shaping future musicians through impactful teaching methodologies.