جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Surface Science
• Heterogeneous Catalysis
• CO2 Valorization
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Laurent Piccolo is a permanent senior researcher (DR CNRS) at the Institute on Catalysis and Environment of Lyon (IRCELYON) , France, since 2022. He specializes in surface science and heterogeneous catalysis , with a focus on CO2 valorization , single-atom catalysis , and hydrogenation reactions . His work bridges fundamental studies of metal-support interactions and applied catalyst design for energy transition. Habilitation à diriger des recherches (University of Lyon, 2007) PhD in Materials Science (Aix-Marseille University, 1999) Master in Materials Science/Surfaces and Interfaces (Aix-Marseille University, 1996) Research Interests: His work investigates metal ultradispersion and single-atom catalysis for reactions like CO2 hydrogenation and CO oxidation. He explores how ceria , MXenes , and intermetallic compounds influence catalytic activity and stability, particularly under hydrogenation and oxidative environments . Scientific Contributions: He leads the ANR ISAC project (2022-2025) on single-atom catalysts and co-leads ANR DuCaCO2 (2021-2025) for CO2 capture and conversion . His 100+ peer-reviewed articles (4300+ citations, H-index 40) cover nanoparticle synthesis , operando characterization , and catalyst degradation mechanisms . Expertise: He employs ultrahigh vacuum techniques , surface analysis (XPS, STM, FTIR), and bulk characterization (XRD, TEM, XAS) to study catalysts. His skills include GCxGC-MS for product analysis and DFT modeling of reaction pathways. Awards & Recognition: ANR project leadership 4300+ citations 3 book chapters 260+ conference communications

Ebonee Thomasمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Flute Performance
• Music Education
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ebonee Thomas is an Assistant Professor of Flute at the University of Texas at Austin’s Butler School of Music, where she also maintains a teaching studio. She holds significant orchestral roles, including Second Flute and Piccolo for The Dallas Opera, and has served as Principal Flute for the Knoxville Symphony, Florida Grand Opera, and Houston Symphony. Her summer engagements include the Central City Opera in Colorado and guest principal roles with orchestras nationwide. She is a dedicated pedagogue, serving on the boards of the Greater Dallas Youth Orchestras and National Advisory Board of the Memphis Youth Symphony Program, and chairs the Piccolo Committee for the National Flute Association. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Music from Southern Methodist University (SMU) and a Master of Music from the New England Conservatory of Music, followed by a four-year fellowship with the New World Symphony. Her performance highlights include collaborations with ensembles like the Austin Chamber Music Society, Voices of Change, and ensembleNEWSRQ, which champions underrepresented composers. She has performed globally, including at the Elbphilharmonie (Germany) and Musiikkitalo (Finland). Notable projects include Star Wars in Concert! Orchestra tours and the historic Re-Collective Orchestra’s sold-out Hollywood Bowl performance. Her musical interests span classical and contemporary works, with a focus on chamber music and pedagogy. Awards include a finalist placement in the Austin Arts Awards for her interpretation of Valerie Coleman’s Danza de la Mariposa.

Maria Bastianesمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Theatre and Performance Studies
• European Cultural Exchange
• Spanish Theatre
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Maria Bastianes is a Marie Curie Research Fellow at the University of Leeds' School of Languages, Cultures and Societies within the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Cultures. Her research focuses on European cultural exchange, Spanish theatre history, and performance studies, particularly the iconic work La Celestina . She holds a PhD from Complutense University of Madrid and completed postdoctoral fellowships in Spain and Italy. Her current project, EStages UK , explores Spanish theatre's presence in the UK through collaborations with scholars and practitioners. Education: PhD (2016) – Complutense University of Madrid Master in Spanish Literature (2011) – University of Salamanca Bachelor’s in Hispanic Languages (2009) – University of Salamanca Research Interests: Historical performance of 16th-century Spanish classics Cultural policies and theatre censorship Transnational theatre exchanges (UK-Spain-Italy) Adaptation strategies of La Celestina Grants & Awards: Marie Skłodowska-Curie Fellowship (€163k, 2019–2021) Complutense University PhD Prize (2017) Spanish National Graduate Prize (2011) Multiple research grants including Cini Foundation (Italy) and Santander Bank Supervision & Outreach: Supervised 3 master’s students and created pedagogical materials for A-level theatre education. Delivered public lectures on Lorca’s reception in the UK and theatre censorship in Spain. Key Projects: Editorial board member of Celestinesca , director of International Writers at Leeds , and co-editor of Routledge monograph series on Spanish performance studies.

Allan Gillilandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Jazz Studies
• Orchestration
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Allan Gilliland is a Professor and Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Communications at MacEwan University. He holds a PhD in Composition from the University of Edinburgh, following a Diploma in Jazz Studies from Humber College and Master's/Bachelor's degrees from the University of Alberta. His expertise includes composition , arranging , and orchestration , blending classical and jazz traditions. Education: PhD (Edinburgh), MMus (Alberta), BMus (Alberta), Jazz Diploma (Humber College) Positions: Dean (MacEwan), former teaching roles at University of Alberta, University of Edinburgh, Red Deer College Research & Creative Work: Focuses on cross-genre composition education, preparing students for freelance careers by breaking barriers between classical and popular music. His works span clarinet concertos , trumpet suites , choir arrangements , and big band jazz . Recent Projects: 2025/26 works include Shakespeare's Will (collaboration with playwright Vern Theissen) and The Belgariad Suite (David Eddings-inspired big band). 2024/25 The Planets reimagines classical themes with jazz elements. Scientific Awards: Includes Western Canadian Music Awards for Classical Composition of the Year (2012), Distinguished Research Award (MacEwan, 2014), multiple Juno and Sterling Awards nominations. Students: Available to supervise senior students' independent study projects, emphasizing technical proficiency and cross-genre exploration .

Stephanie Hulseyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Performance
• Flute Pedagogy
• Contemporary Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Stephanie Hulsey is a Lecturer of Flute at Texas Lutheran University and University of the Incarnate Word, actively teaching and conducting masterclasses across the San Antonio area. Co-founder and performer with SA Harmonie Principal flute/piccolo performer for ensembles like Starlight Symphony San Antonio Representative for RMT Music Education: Bachelor’s in Music Education and Performance (2013), McNeese State University Master in Music (2016), Texas State University Research & Performance Highlights: Ms. Hulsey specializes in flute performance, orchestral excerpts, and contemporary ensemble works. She has premiered compositions for flute choirs and collaborated with groups such as the Austin Children’s Choir and Composer’s Alliance of San Antonio. Scientific Awards: 3rd Place in Piccolo, Louisiana Flute Society (2011) 2nd Place in Flute Orchestral Excerpts Competition (2018) Current Activities: Performs with SA Harmonie, San Antonio Wind Symphony, and Brazos Breeze Flute Choir. She also manages a full teaching load and advocates for arts programs through her role at RMT Music.

Laura Brundageمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Voice Performance
• Choral Conducting
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Laura Brundage serves as Assistant Professor and Head of the Department of Vocal Studies within the School of Fine Arts and Communication at Bob Jones University. Her instructional responsibilities include Concert Choir (Ens 104), Introduction to Diction for Singers (Vo 250), Lyric Choir (Ens 102), and private voice instruction for majors (Vo 491, Vo 492) and non-majors (Vo 291). Her educational foundation includes a Master of Music in Voice Performance and Bachelor of Music in Church Music - Piano, both from Bob Jones University. She has advanced her expertise through studies at NYSTA, Northwestern University, and Shenandoah University's CCM Institute, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Music Education (DME) at Liberty University. Brundage maintains an active performance career spanning major classical works including Vivaldi's Gloria , Fauré's Requiem , Handel's Messiah , Brahms' Requiem , and Mozart's Requiem , alongside theatrical roles such as "Beth" in Little Women: The Broadway Musical and "Belle" in A Christmas Carol . She directs the BJU Lyric Choir and holds leadership roles as Executive Director of the award-winning Rivertree Singers (featured at Piccolo Spoleto Festival and ACDA conferences since 2019) and Artistic Director of the Greenville Youth Chorale serving 100+ young singers. As an active NATS and ACDA member, her professional activities demonstrate sustained commitment to vocal pedagogy and community music engagement.

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Temporality in Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Riho Esko Maimets is a part-time Lecturer in Solfeggio and Music Theory at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT), with a permanent appointment since 2014. He is also a doctoral student at EAMT under Kerri Kotta, focusing on temporality in contemporary music from a composer's perspective. Professional Artist Diploma, Curtis Institute of Music (2012–2014) Master of Music, University of Toronto (2010–2012) Bachelor of Music, EAMT (2006–2010) His research and creative work centers on contemporary music composition, exploring temporal structures, sacred themes, and interdisciplinary collaborations with choral, chamber, and orchestral forms. Recent compositions like riburadapidi (2023) and Ecdysis (2022–2023) integrate experimental temporal frameworks with diverse instrumental ensembles. Key trends in his 15 most recent works (2015–2025) include sacred music motifs ( Two Prayers to the Holy Light ), temporal experimentation ( Three Contemplations ), and collaborations with international ensembles such as the Estonian Philharmonic Chamber Choir and Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Orchestra. First Prize, Rudolf Tobias Composition Competition (2024)

John Traillمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Orchestration
• Contemporary Music
• Symphonic Conducting
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Professor John Traill holds dual roles as Director of Music and Supernumerary Fellow at St Anne's College, Oxford, alongside a Professorship at the Royal Military School of Music. His affiliations include the University of Oxford's Faculty of Music, where he leads courses in instrumental conducting and orchestration. He has held teaching roles at Royal Holloway, Kings College London, and Bangor University, among others. His research focuses on orchestration history, conducting practices post-1750, and contemporary music performance. Notable achievements include winning major conducting competitions (Leeds 2005, Vakhtani 2006) and the Paritor Award for collaborative outreach programs. His compositions blend contemporary concert works with educational pieces, such as Lightbobs (performed by 600+ at Symphony Hall Birmingham) and Oxonia (Royal Albert Hall). Prof Traill conducts ensembles including St Anne’s Camerata, Ensemble ISIS, and the Oxfordshire County Youth Orchestra. His outreach work bridges academia and community through initiatives like the Advanced Musicianship Programme. Recordings include Autumnal (Guild Records) and Scherzo Capriccioso (BBC Radio 3).

• Choral Music Education
• Ensemble Tuning
• Music Integration in General Education
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Tony A. Mowrer serves as Professor in the Department of Music within Fresno State's College of Arts and Humanities, where he has been Choral Music Education Specialist since 2007. His multifaceted roles include coordinating the Music Education program, teaching undergraduate/graduate courses across music theory, ear training, and choral conducting, and directing the University Choirs. He previously served as Music Department Chair from 2012-2016. His educational background includes: Baccalaureate in Music, Lubbock Christian University Master's in Music History, West Chester University Doctorate in Music Education, Temple University Additional studies at Northeastern Christian Junior College and Texas Tech University Dr. Mowrer's research centers on ensemble tuning precision, music integration into K-12 curricula, and advocacy for music education programs. His scholarship published in The Choral Journal, California English, and CMEA Magazine bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications. He actively translates research into practice through regional clinician work and adjudication. With 45 years of experience spanning high school and university levels, he has mentored generations of music educators. His high school choirs consistently earned Excellent/Superior ratings at festivals, with students selected for national ACDA Honor Choirs. At Fresno State, he supervises student teachers and shapes credentialing standards through the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing's Board of Institutional Reviewers. He also serves as an International Baccalaureate examiner. Dr. Mowrer maintains strong community engagement as tenor section leader and board member of the Fresno Community Chorus, performing with both Master Chorale and Coro Piccolo ensembles.

Spencer Hartmanمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

• Flute Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Body Mapping in Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Spencer Hartman is currently a Visiting Assistant Professor of Practice of Flute at Texas Tech University's School of Music. He actively performs as Principal Flute with the Roswell Symphony Orchestra and Southwest Symphony, and as Flute III/Piccolo with the Lubbock Symphony Orchestra. His teaching emphasizes kinesthetic awareness through Body Mapping and Yoga, aiming to prevent performance-related injuries. Doctor of Musical Arts in Flute Performance, Texas Tech University Master of Music in Flute Performance and Pedagogy, Memorial University of Newfoundland Bachelor of Fine Arts in Music Performance, Indiana University of Pennsylvania Dr. Hartman's research interests span flute pedagogy, performance health, and interdisciplinary applications of Body Mapping. He has presented at major flute societies and festivals, including the Oklahoma Flute Fair and National Association for College Wind and Percussion Instructors Conference. His notable achievements include being a semi-finalist in the National Flute Association's Young Artist Competition and serving on professional committees such as the Texas Flute Society Executive Board and the National Flute Association's Performance Health Committee. Additionally, he is a collaborative pianist with extensive experience in vocal, choral, and operatic performances, having participated in the world premiere of Erik Franklin’s Zephyr Rhapsody for Clarinet, Trumpet, and Piano.

Heidi Ruby-Kushiousمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Flute Performance
• Orchestral Music
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Heidi Ruby-Kushious is a distinguished flutist and educator affiliated with multiple institutions, including the Cleveland Institute of Music (CIM), Case Western Reserve University (via the Joint Music Program), and others. She holds teaching roles at CIM’s Preparatory Division, the University of Akron School of Music, Kenyon College, and Yale University. Her academic background includes a BM from The Curtis Institute of Music, an MM from Yale School of Music, and postgraduate studies at Mozarteum University Salzburg. Her research interests revolve around flute performance techniques, orchestral ensemble dynamics, and pedagogy, informed by her extensive experience with legendary mentors like Julius Baker and Alain Marion. She has received prestigious awards such as the Munich International Competition Laureate Prize and the Tanglewood Fellowship. Professionally, Ruby-Kushious is a core member of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra (Second Flute/Solo Piccolo), an extra performer with The Cleveland Orchestra and Detroit Symphony Orchestra, and has held principal roles in ensembles like City Music Cleveland. She has toured internationally and performed as a soloist with orchestras such as the Bavarian Radio Orchestra and at venues like Carnegie Hall. Her recordings include Dominick Farinacci’s Short Stories and live performances with major orchestras. Critics praise her as a “virtuosic, agile, expressive player” with technical mastery, noted for phrasing described as “perfect match[es]” and performances evoking “tranquil, mystical, and poetic” qualities.

• Music Performance
• Orchestral Studies
• Flute/Piccolo Techniques
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kathleen Stevenson is a Professor of Piccolo (second or related study only) at the Royal College of Music (RCM), specializing in woodwind performance and education. She holds positions as Principal Piccolo of the BBC Symphony Orchestra and has extensive experience with major orchestras including the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra, and Royal Opera House. Her career spans over decades, with roles such as Second Flute/Piccolo with the English National Ballet Orchestra and Second Flute with the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra. Education: BMus and PGCert from the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, followed by the National Centre for Orchestral Studies (NCOS) Diploma. She has also contributed to film and TV music recordings and performs with chamber ensembles like Aequitas flute & marimba duo. Research interests focus on orchestral performance techniques, piccolo/flute pedagogy, and classical repertoire interpretation. No academic articles are listed, but her professional engagements highlight her expertise in live and recorded music.

Robert Hutchinsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Composition
• Jazz
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Hutchinson is a Professor of Music at the University of Puget Sound, specializing in composition, music theory, and jazz performance. He holds a PhD from the University of Oregon (1998) and has been recognized for his innovative teaching with multiple Thomas A. Davis Teaching Awards (2007, 2010). His compositional works span orchestral pieces, chamber music, and electroacoustic works, frequently commissioned by ensembles like the Tacoma Youth Symphony and Northwest Sinfonietta. Bachelor of Arts in Music: California State University, Bakersfield (1992) Master of Music: Northern Arizona University (1993) Doctor of Philosophy: University of Oregon (1998) His research focuses on integrating contemporary compositional techniques with traditional forms. Notable works include Three Character Pieces (1997), Jeux d’Enfants (premiered 2002), and the Grammy-nominated House of Life song cycle (2013). Hutchinson also hosts national music composition conferences and performs professionally as a jazz bassist with Velocity in the Seattle-Tacoma area. His compositional output emphasizes cross-genre collaboration, with works performed globally at festivals like Piccolo Spoleto and the Society of Composers National Conference. Recent projects include a brass quintet commission for the Gewandhaus (2019) and electroacoustic experiments in chamber music.

Sharon Kahanمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Education
• Flute Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sharon Kahan is a Lecturer at Western University's Don Wright Faculty of Music, specializing in flute performance and pedagogy. A native of Regina, Saskatchewan, she previously served as a faculty member at the Regina Conservatory of Music and principal flutist of its Chamber Orchestra. She earned her Master of Music in Literature and Performance from the University of Western Ontario (now Western University) and studied with renowned artists such as Jeanne Baxtresser (New York Philharmonic) and Timothy Hutchins (Montreal Symphony Orchestra). Active as a teacher, clinician, and adjudicator, Ms. Kahan holds performance roles with multiple Ontario ensembles, including the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony. She has served as principal flute and piccolo for the Stratford Shakespeare Festival since 1994, appearing in productions like The Hypochondriac (2016) and The Music Man (2018). Her performance career includes soloist engagements with the International Symphony Orchestra, Orchestra London, and the Ontario Festival Symphony Orchestra, with whom she toured China in 2012. Her research and professional interests bridge practical music education, orchestral training, and chamber ensemble pedagogy. While no specific publications or scientific awards are documented in this profile, her career emphasizes performance excellence and mentorship in musical arts.

Robert Reinhartمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Microtonal Music
• Early Music
• Timbralism
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Robert Reinhart is a Lecturer at the Bienen School of Music, Northwestern University, where he coordinates the second-year theory and aural skills curriculum. His research and compositional work focus on microtonal ear training, early music instrumentation, and extended performance techniques. Reinhart’s compositions span contemporary classical music, with works like Quodlibet (2018) and Warp and Woof (2017) emphasizing experimental instrumentation and timbral exploration. His pieces have been performed internationally and are being recorded by notable artists such as Andrew Arceci and Joann Cho. His scientific awards include recognition from the Union League Civic and Arts Foundation and ASCAP. As a performer, he collaborates with ensembles like a.pe.ri.od.ic and the Triple Reed Trio, contributing as a vocalist and bassoonist. Reinhart holds a Doctor of Music (DMus) from Northwestern University and degrees from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and San Francisco State University. He has taught composition and orchestration at Columbia College and serves on the board of Ensemble Dal Niente.