جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

David Imhoofمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Modern European History
• German History
• Cultural History
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David Imhoof is Professor of History at Susquehanna University and serves as the NCAA Division III Faculty Athletic Representative. He has twice chaired the History Department (2006-2015, 2020-2023) and directed the Global Opportunities (GO) Austria study abroad program since 2010. His research focuses on cultural and political history in 20th-century Germany with particular emphasis on Göttingen between the World Wars. Education : Ph.D. in History from the University of Texas at Austin, B.A. in History and Liberal Arts from Trinity University. Imhoof's research explores how cultural practices like sports, music festivals, and film shaped political integration in Weimar and Nazi Germany. His current projects include a biography of a Nazi mayor and a history of Germany's 20th-century recording industry. He has published extensively on topics ranging from the Total Work of Art concept to sound studies in German contexts. His recent publications form trends in cultural history, media studies, and political integration analysis. These works examine how music, sports, and film served as vectors for both traditional values and ideological transformation during Germany's turbulent 20th century. Scientific Awards : Multiple Susquehanna Research Grants, DAAD Fellowship, Nachtegall Junior Scholar Award, and Presidential Scholar at Trinity University. Imhoof advises senior theses and independent study projects. He has led assessment reforms in Susquehanna's history department and coordinated over $3,500 in donor campaigns. As director of GO Austria, he develops international curricula and faculty training programs. He co-founded Susquehanna's Holocaust-Genocide Studies Group (2000-2014) and leads a rock band Faculty Lounge with fellow professors. His service includes NCAA representation, university strategic planning, and organizing academic events ranging from opera performances to Holocaust survivor talks.

Wesley Bradfordمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Theory
• Musical Narrative
• Video Game Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Wesley Bradford serves as Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for Music Theory at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette's School of Music and Performing Arts, teaching courses from freshman theory to graduate composition since joining the faculty in 2016. His international engagement includes study abroad courses in London and presentations at conferences like the North American Conference on Video Game Music. Dr. Bradford's educational foundation includes: Ph.D. in Music Theory from Louisiana State University (2016) M.M. in Music Theory from the University of Oklahoma (2013) B.A. in Music Composition from Austin Peay State University (2010) His research centers on musical meaning through narrative and semiotic frameworks, with concentrated exploration of video game music. Recent projects analyze narrative structures in The Legend of Zelda series, demonstrating how mathematical and interpretive approaches reveal new dimensions in contemporary genres like interactive media soundtracks. Bradford's publication trend shows consistent focus on video game narrative analysis since 2016, evolving from woodwind repertoire studies to digital media. His work bridges classical music theory with emerging game studies, particularly examining environmental storytelling through audio in interactive contexts. His scholarly recognition includes: Dissertation Year Fellowship (Spring 2016) As Theory/Composition studio coordinator, Bradford mentors students through recitals and studio meetings while securing research funding like the 2021 SPARK ArTech Grant. His active conference participation reflects ongoing scholarly contribution to music theory communities. He maintains professional engagement through the South Central Society for Music Theory and national Society for Music Theory, fostering collaborative research networks within the university's music theory ecosystem.

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

Prof. Katarzyna Nowak-Stańczyk serves as Professor of Musical Arts and Head of the Acting and Stage Movement Department at the Feliks Nowowiejski Academy of Music in Bydgoszcz's Faculty of Vocal and Acting, where she has taught since 2003 after earning her postdoctoral degree in 2005 and receiving the professor title in 2012. Her educational background includes graduating with distinction from the Academy of Music in Łódź in 1989 under Jadwiga Pietraszkiewicz. Professional highlights span 700+ opera performances across major Polish theaters and 2,000+ concert songs in works by Verdi, Mozart, Puccini, and Chopin. Her artistic research focuses on Vocal Performance and Opera interpretation, evidenced by her mastery of 30+ soprano roles including Verdi's La Traviata and Mozart's Don Giovanni, alongside concert repertoire ranging from Bach's Magnificat to Górecki's 'Copernican' Symphony. Her major awards include: Special Award at the Ada Sari Vocal Competition (1987) Finalist at the International Vocal Competition in Pretoria (1990) Special Award at the 1st International Moniuszko Competition (1992) She has recorded for SABC Johannesburg, Polish Radio Channel 2, and Polish Television while maintaining dual careers as a performer (Opera Nova soloist since 2003) and educator (previously at Zduńska Wola State School of Music).

Hervé Lacombeمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music in France (19th-20th c.)
• Encounters in the arts
• Poulenc studies
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Hervé Lacombe is a Professor of Musicology at the University of Rennes 2, where he has held a faculty position since 2002. He serves as Director of the Music Department (2009-2011, 2022-2023) and previously as Head of the Master's degree in Music and Musicology (2016-2019, 2020-2022). Recognized for his scholarly contributions, he became a Senior Member of the University Institute of France (IUF) in 2023 and is a member of the Academia Europaea. His academic leadership extends to the History and Criticism of Arts Research Unit (UR 1279) and editorial roles including Head of the 'Studies' series for the French Musicology Society publications. Lacombe's research centers on French music from the 19th to 21st centuries, with particular focus on opera history, lyrical dramaturgy, and the globalization of opera. His work explores interdisciplinary connections between music and other arts, cultural contexts of musical production, and historiographical approaches to musicology. He is internationally recognized as a leading authority on composers Bizet and Poulenc, having authored definitive biographies on both. His most significant scholarly achievement is the three-volume 'Histoire de l'opéra français' (2020-2022), a comprehensive history involving nearly 200 international collaborators. This monumental work has received multiple prestigious awards including the René Dumesnil Prize (2020) and the France Musique Claude Samuel Grand Prix du Livre (2021). His earlier works 'Les Voies de l'opéra français au XIXe siècle' (1997) and 'Bizet' (2000) also garnered significant recognition from the Academy of Fine Arts and French Academy. Bernier Prize from the Academy of Fine Arts (1997) Eugène Carrière History Prize from the French Academy (1998) Bordin Prize from the Academy of Fine Arts (2001) Grand Prix des Muses (2014) France Musique Claude Samuel Grand Prix du Livre (2021) Lacombe has directed eight doctoral theses to completion and currently supervises two more. His international influence extends through keynote addresses at institutions worldwide including Keele University, the University of Montreal, and the Kyiv Music Academy. He regularly contributes to opera programs for major international opera houses and has participated in numerous radio broadcasts and documentaries on French musical heritage.

Harry Whiteمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cultural History of Music in Ireland
• Austrian Baroque Music
• History of Anglo-American Musicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Harry White is a Professor of Music at University College Dublin (UCD), serving as Head of Department from 1993-2005. He holds academic positions such as visiting professorships in Canada, Croatia, Germany, and the UK. Educated at UCD, University of Toronto, and Trinity College Dublin, he specializes in cultural history of Irish music, Austrian baroque music, and Anglo-American musicology. His awards include the Harrison Medal (2014) and Royal Irish Academy membership (2006). Research focuses on music’s role in Irish cultural identity, European baroque traditions, and historiographical methods. Notable works include The Keeper's Recital (1998) and co-editing The Encyclopaedia of Music in Ireland (2013). Recent engagements include delivering the Alfred S. Hook Memorial Lecture (2022) and receiving a Festschrift in 2018. Education: BMus (UCD), MA (Toronto), PhD (Trinity College Dublin) Awards: Harrison Medal, MRIA, Honorary Fellowships (R.I.A.M., Croatian Musicological Society) Editorial Roles: General editor of Irish Musical Studies , advisory editor for New Grove Dictionary and Journal of the Royal Musical Association

Laurie Kincmanمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Stage Management
• Arts Administration
• Dramaturgy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laurie Kincman is an Associate Professor and Chair of the Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. She specializes in Stage Management, Arts Administration, and Dramaturgy, and serves as the department’s Production Manager. Her roles include overseeing the Stage Management and Arts Administration programs, teaching courses like Dramaturgy and Theatre Management, and advising productions. Education: MFA in Stage Management, University of California-Irvine BA in Drama & Political Science, Dartmouth College Research & Professional Contributions: Kincman authored The Stage Manager's Toolkit (4th ed., 2024), a foundational text for stage management education. Her work emphasizes communication techniques, digital tools, and ethical practices in theatre production. She has professional credits with institutions like the Old Globe Theatre and Opera Pacific. Recent Contributions: Led productions such as Cabaret (2025) and What the Constitution Means to Me (2024). Presented on legal and creative topics, including copyright in the arts and documentary drama. Affiliations: Member of the United States Institute for Theatre Technology, Stage Managers Association, and Literary Managers and Dramaturgs of the Americas.

Adam Gorbمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Orchestral Music
• Operas
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor Adam Gorb is a renowned composer and academic, serving as Professor of Composition and former Head of the School of Composition at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM) from 2000 to 2023. He holds a PhD in Composition from the University of Birmingham (2013), alongside degrees from Cambridge University (BA 1980) and the Royal Academy of Music (RAM, MMus with Principal’s Prize 1993). His research and creative output focuses on orchestral, operatic, and wind ensemble composition. Notable works include operas Anya 17 (2012) and The Path to Heaven (2018), which explore themes like human trafficking and the Holocaust. His wind ensemble pieces, such as Towards Nirvana and Farewell , have won British Composer Awards and are performed globally. Awards include three British Composer Awards and a House of Commons accolade for Anya 17 . He advises PhD students in composition while maintaining international collaborations, including recent projects in Romania, Australia, and the USA. His music is frequently recorded and performed worldwide, with CDs such as 24 Preludes (2022) and Dancing in the Ghetto (2016) showcasing his diverse output. Teaching roles include undergraduate and postgraduate composition at the RNCM, alongside guest lectures at institutions globally. His current projects include commissions for the Royal Academy of Music and interdisciplinary work with Parkinson’s patients.

David J. Levinمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera Studies
• Theater and Performance Studies
• Cinema Studies
• +۵ مورد دیگر

David J. Levin is a Professor at the University of Chicago, holding affiliations in Germanic Studies, Cinema & Media Studies, Theater & Performance Studies, and the College. With a PhD from UC Berkeley (1992), he has taught at UChicago since 1998 and served as Senior Advisor to the Provost for Arts (2018-2023). He previously held a Visiting Professorship at the University of Oslo (2014-2019) and founded the Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry (2011-2016). PhD in Germanic Studies, UC Berkeley (1992) Teaching at UChicago since 1998 Visiting Professor, University of Oslo (2014-2019) Founding Director, Gray Center for Arts and Inquiry (2011-2016) His research spans Opera Studies, Theater and Performance, Cinema, and Dance, focusing on the interpretive and political dimensions of staging. He explores Wagner’s dramaturgy, digital reproducibility in opera, and the interplay between immersion and critique. His current book projects examine Wagner’s pedagogical politics and opera’s digital transformation. The articles he has published reflect a deep engagement with operatic and cinematic modernism, the ethics of adaptation, and the role of the dramaturg in interdisciplinary performance. His work bridges German literature, musicology, and critical theory. Levin’s editorial and collaborative roles include Executive Editor of The Opera Quarterly (2005-2015), dramaturg positions with German and U.S. opera houses, and collaborations with choreographers like William Forsythe and Saar Magal.

Rebecca Schneiderمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Decolonial Methods
• Performance Studies
• Media Studies
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Rebecca Schneider is a Professor of Modern Culture and Media at Brown University, specializing in performance studies, decolonial methods, and interdisciplinary art practices. Her work interrogates intersections of media, theatre, and Black feminist thought, with a focus on historical reenactment, gesture ethics, and postcolonial critique. Her research interests span decolonial methodologies, liveness in performance, and the prehistories of screen media. Key projects include *This Shoal Which is Not One* (2020), exploring African diasporic narratives, and *Slough Media* (2018), which examines media's materiality. She has been awarded a Guggenheim Fellowship (2021) and the Notable Book Award (2011). Schneider has contributed to journals like TDR, edited special issues on precarity and new materialisms, and collaborated with global institutions including the British Museum and Guggenheim. Her current projects include a digital book on gesture and a work on dance in post-slavery capitalism.

Naomi Matsumotoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Opera Studies
• Music History
• Baroque Period
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Naomi Matsumoto is a Reader in Music at Goldsmiths, University of London , specializing in opera studies, music historiography, and Baroque performance practices. She serves as Convenor of the Integrated Degree in Music and International Admissions Tutor, bridging academic administration with research leadership. Key affiliations: Royal Musical Association, Society for Seventeenth-Century Music, Japan Musicological Society Fellowships: Royal Society of Arts, Royal Historical Society Research Interests include: Operatic madness from Monteverdi to Donizetti Baroque performance conventions and manuscript studies Transnational reception of Western opera in Japan Interdisciplinary work with medical history and cultural studies Her publications focus on Lucia di Lammermoor , Carmen , and Madama Butterfly , examining their cultural adaptations and diagnostic representations. Recent projects explore Wagner's influence on Japanese theatre and Bess of Bedlam's identity crisis. Scientific Awards : Overseas Research Scholarship British Federation of Women Graduates Award Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation Award Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation Award Japan Society for the Promotion of Science Award Royal Musical Association Prize As an educator , she supervises areas in 17th-19th century Italian opera, intercultural reception studies, and Baroque performance. She contributes to critical editions and liner notes for major musical releases.

Andrea Bechertمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Theatre Design
• Film Design
• Stage Technology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Andrea Bechert is an Associate Professor & Designer in the Film & Theatre Department at San José State University (SJSU). She holds a prominent role in academic and professional theatre design, with over 400 productions designed nationally and internationally. Her affiliations include SJSU and prior teaching roles at the University of Michigan, University of Chicago, Stanford University, and others. Education History Extensive academic experience across multiple institutions, though specific degree details are not listed. Research & Creative Activity Focuses on theatrical and film design, including scenic, costume, and projection design. Her work has been featured in major exhibitions like the World Design Expo, USITT Design Expo, and the Prague Quadrennial. She emphasizes collaborative design processes and innovative technical approaches in live performance. Awards & Recognition Recipient of the Silicon Valley Laureate Award for design excellence Bay Area Theatre Critics Circle Award for Fun Home (TheatreWorks) RSCA Award from SJSU's College of Humanities & Arts Multiple Authors & Artists Awards from SJSU Advising & Service Actively involved in professional service, serving as Western Region Board Trustee for United Scenic Artists (USA829), National Wellness Committee member, and Chair of the Design Exam Committee. No formal advisees listed in the provided text. Labs & Collaborations Collaborates with major institutions like TheatreWorks (Silicon Valley), SMUIN Ballet, Opera San Jose, and Berkeley Repertory Theatre. Maintains an active design portfolio at ScorpionDesigns.net .

Mauro Calcagnoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Opera Studies
• Early Modern Music
• Performance Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

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.

Zafeirenia Brokalakiمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Cultural Studies
• Marketing Ethics
• Consumer Research
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Zafeirenia Brokalaki is a Lecturer in Marketing and Communications at Queen Mary University of London (School of Business and Management), serving as Programme Co-Director for the MSc Marketing in the Creative Industries. She holds a PhD in Culture, Media and Creative Industries from King's College London, alongside advanced degrees in Philosophy, Cultural Policy, Communication, Marketing, and Dance. Her research focuses on the aesthetics, ethics, and politics of cultural consumption, creative markets, and the sociology of the body. She edits the Arts and The Market Journal and reviews for leading journals like Qualitative Market Research . Her teaching spans global marketing strategies, cultural marketing for social change, and arts management. She has taught at multiple institutions, including the University of Leicester, King’s College London, and the University of Peloponnese. Her work bridges marketing, cultural studies, and performance, emphasizing transformative consumer research and critical marketing theory. She leads the QMUL Impact Fellowship project Impact Stories and collaborates with East London creative organizations. Zafeirenia’s research interests include participatory art, illegal arts markets, and the historical interplay of the body and market systems. She has published in top journals like Journal of Business Ethics , Journal of Marketing Management , and City , and presented at global conferences such as the Consumer Culture Theory Conference and the European Marketing Academy Conference. Her awards include HEA Fellowship and RSA Fellowship. She supervises PhD students on topics like domestic commodification, slow tourism, and AI-generated storytelling. Her public engagement includes consulting with cultural organizations like Dance Umbrella and Opera Holland Park, supported by grants from Nesta, Arts Council England, and others.

Lisandro Abadieمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Historical Performance Practice
• Early Music
• Vocal Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Lisandro Abadie is a Lecturer in historical performance practice for singing at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis, where he has been employed since fall 2022. He also teaches in the Master of Advanced Studies (AVES) program and leads vocal coaching sessions. A bass-baritone performer, he collaborates with renowned ensembles like Les Arts Florissants and has worked with conductors such as William Christie and Václav Luks. His research focuses on linguistic foundations of singing, vocal pedagogy, and historical performance practices, including translations of key texts like Giulio Caccini’s writings. He is a recipient of the 2006 Edwin Fischer Memorial Prize. Education: Graduated from the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis and the Lucerne University of Music. Research & Awards: Ongoing book project on historical vibrato practices Translations and editions of early music treatises Recipient of the Edwin Fischer Memorial Prize (2006) Teaching & Masterclasses: Vocal coaching at Schola Cantorum Basiliensis Masterclasses in Thiré, Paris, Fontainebleau, Venice, and Urbino

Hermine Mayمشاهده پروفایل

عضو هیئت علمی

• Opera Performance
• Vocal Music
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Hermine May is a Romanian-born mezzo-soprano and faculty member at the University of Music and Drama in Rostock since 2020. She has established herself internationally through performances in dramatic opera repertoire, notably portraying roles like Carmen, Amneris, and Ortrud at prestigious venues such as La Scala di Milano and opera houses in Copenhagen and Shanghai. Her artistic collaborations include work with renowned conductors like Zubin Mehta, Raffael Frühbeck de Burgos, and Teodor Currentzis. She has achieved significant success on the concert platform, performing works by Mahler, Verdi, Brahms, and Wagner. Specializes in dramatic mezzo-soprano roles Active in international opera and concert stages Teaches vocal performance at the university level Collaborated with major orchestras and conductors