جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Musicology
• Music Theory
• Musical Analysis
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Margus Pärtlas is Professor of Music Theory and Vice Rector for Academic Affairs and Research at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre (EAMT). He earned his Doctorate from the St. Petersburg Conservatory in 1992 with a dissertation on Eduard Tubin's symphonies. His career includes positions as Associate Professor (1993-2003), Senior Teacher (1987-1993), and Fulbright Visiting Scholar at the University of North Texas (1999-2000). Pärtlas's research focuses on music analysis methodologies , specializing in the works of Eduard Tubin and Richard Strauss. Key areas include symphonic form, tonal transformation in Romantic music, semiotic analysis of choral works, and cultural identity in exile compositions. His publications consistently explore structural innovation in 19th-20th century European music. His recent articles reflect a thematic emphasis on Estonian musical heritage , institutional development of music academies, and analytical studies of concerti/symphonies. A significant trend involves examining how composers negotiate cultural identity through structural elements. Awards & Honors: Fulbright Visiting Scholar Grant (1999) Best Music Article Award from 'Teater. Muusika. Kino' (1992) Academic Leadership: Chaired accreditation committees internationally (Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, Armenia), serves on editorial boards of Res Musica and Eduard Tubin's Complete Works, and organized major conferences including 'Eduard Tubin 100'. Doctoral Supervision: Guided 4 PhD students in music analysis and interpretation, focusing on topics like Tubin's piano sonatas, Estonian song traditions, and analytical approaches to contemporary performance.

Oliver Chandlerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Analysis
• Music Theory
• British Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Oliver Chandler is a Senior Lecturer in Music at the University of Oxford and holds multiple lecturing roles at Hertford College, Keble College, St Hugh's College, and Queen's College. He also serves as an academic professor at the Royal College of Music. His research focuses on music analysis, particularly in British music, chromaticism, and tonal theory, with notable works on Edward Elgar, Reginald Smith Brindle, and guitar repertoire. Chandler has been awarded the 2024 Adele Katz Early Career Researcher Award for his contributions to music theory. His research interests span music theory, including (neo-)Riemannian theory, Schenkerian analysis, and guitar studies. He co-authored Return to Riemann: Tonal Function and Chromatic Music (2024) and edited Born by the Thames: Stephen Dodgson, a Centenary Celebration (2024). His work often bridges historical and analytical approaches, exploring topics like Elgar’s chamber music and the interplay of tonality and serialism. Awards: Adele Katz Early Career Researcher Award (2024) Editorial Roles: Member of Soundboard Scholar editorial board and Cambridge Cohort for Guitar Research Grants & Collaboration: Collaborations on projects including analyses of Elgar’s works and studies on British modernist composers. Chandler’s publications span journals such as Music & Letters and Music Analysis , with a focus on analytical methodologies and British musical heritage. His research underscores the enduring relevance of tonal frameworks in understanding 20th-century music.

Matthew Santaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Theory
• Post-Tonal Analysis
• Diatonic Set Theory
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Matthew Santa serves as Professor of Music Theory and Chair of the Music Theory and Composition Area at Texas Tech University School of Music, with prior teaching appointments at Queens College and Hunter College. His leadership shapes curriculum development and academic initiatives within the department. Academic credentials include advanced degrees from Louisiana State University and The City University of New York, establishing foundational expertise in theoretical frameworks and analytical methodologies. Research focuses on post-tonal analysis , diatonic set theory , and parsimonious voice leading , bridging complex theoretical concepts with practical pedagogy. His work integrates popular music analysis and metrical studies, emphasizing accessibility for diverse learners through innovative teaching resources. Publications demonstrate evolving scholarly trends from late-20th century set theory toward contemporary applications in musical form and rhythm. Recent textbooks synthesize Rothstein, Krebs, and Mirka's theories into unified analytical approaches for undergraduate and graduate education. Scientific recognition includes: MTSNYS Young Scholar Award (1998) Mentorship encompasses graduate and undergraduate students across composition and theory disciplines, though specific advisees aren't documented in source materials. No grant funding details appear in available records. Collaborative projects include the Flute/Theory Workout series with Lisa Garner Santa and Thomas Hughes, blending performance technique with theoretical concepts through MIDI accompaniment systems.

Joachim Weickertمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Image Processing
• Computer Vision
• Mathematical Modeling
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Joachim Weickert is a Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Saarland University where he heads the Mathematical Image Analysis Group since 2001. He received his diploma and Ph.D. in mathematics from the University of Kaiserslautern (1991, 1996), and a habilitation degree in computer science from the University of Mannheim (2001). Prior to his current position, he worked as a research assistant at the University of Kaiserslautern, as a post-doctoral researcher at the universities of Utrecht and Copenhagen, and as an assistant professor at the University of Mannheim. His research focuses on image processing, computer vision, and scientific computing, with special emphasis on techniques based on partial differential equations, variational principles, wavelets, morphological and nonlocal methods, as well as neuroexplicit approaches. He has developed mathematical models and efficient numerical algorithms for image restoration, enhancement, segmentation, compression, optic flow computation, stereo reconstruction, shape from shading, and signal processing methods for tensor fields. These ideas have been successfully applied in industry, biomedical image analysis, and other fields. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a strong trend toward combining traditional PDE-based methods with modern deep learning approaches, particularly in the areas of image inpainting and compression. His work increasingly explores the connections between numerical algorithms for partial differential equations and neural network architectures, demonstrating how mathematical foundations can inform cutting-edge AI techniques while maintaining strong theoretical guarantees. Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Prize (2010), considered the most important research award in Germany ERC Advanced Grant (2017) for "Inpainting-based Compression of Visual Data" Elected member of Academia Europaea - The Academy of Europe Jan Koenderink Prize for Fundamental Contributions in Computer Vision (2014) Multiple DAGM Prizes and Best Paper Awards throughout his career AAIA Fellow (2021) and Highly Ranked Scholar (2024) distinctions Professor Weickert has supervised over 250 bachelor's and master's theses and initiated the Master Programme in Visual Computing at Saarland University, the first of its kind in Germany taught in English. He has established numerous interdisciplinary collaborations with colleagues from medicine, bioinformatics, pharmacy, physics, mechatronics, and mechanical engineering. As Principal Investigator for Visual Computing within the Multimodal Computing and Interaction Cluster of Excellence, and former dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science (2008-2010), he has played a significant leadership role in advancing visual computing research and education. He heads the Mathematical Image Analysis Group, which has been at the forefront of developing mathematical methods for image analysis. The group maintains strong connections with both theoretical mathematics and practical applications, bridging the gap between fundamental research and real-world implementation across various domains including medical imaging, industrial inspection, and multimedia processing.

• 20th Century Musicology
• French Music
• Performance Practice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Professor Caroline Rae at Cardiff University is a leading scholar in 20th-century French music , with a focus on composers like Debussy, Messiaen, Jolivet, and Boulez. She also specializes in the musical writings of Alejo Carpentier and Franco-Latin American cultural interactions . Her research combines archival studies, performance practice, and pianism. Education : DPhil (Oxford), MA (Oxon), Dipl. Mus (Hanover), ARCM Her research projects include monographs on André Jolivet and Debussy’s Préludes , supported by the British Academy and AHRC . Recent publications span books on Carpentier, Debussy, and Stravinsky’s reception in France. As Co-Director of CFMR , she has organized international symposia with institutions like the Institut Français and Paul Sacher Foundation . Scientific awards include the Chevalier de l'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (2018), Cardiff University Research Fellowship (2018-2019), and a French Government Scholarship (1982-1983). She has served on juries for the BBC Young Musician Competition and Wales International Piano Competition . As a pianist , she studied under Dame Fanny Waterman , Yvonne Loriod-Messiaen , and Karl-Heinz Kämmerling , and performs lecture-recitals linking her research. She has advised orchestras like the Philharmonia Orchestra and BBC National Orchestra of Wales on festival programming.

• Music Theory
• Composition
• Estonian Music History
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kerri Kotta is a Professor of Music Theory and Head of Musicology at the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre. She holds a PhD in Musicology (2004) and an MA in Composition (1997) from the same institution. Her research focuses on music theory, tonal analysis, Estonian music history, and contemporary composition, with special expertise in the works of Eduard Tubin and Dmitri Shostakovich. She coordinates the International Eduard Tubin Society and edits the composer's complete works. Her research interests span music theory , compositional techniques , Estonian cultural heritage , and interdisciplinary performance studies . Recent publications explore modernism in Estonian art music, Beethoven's structural rhetoric, and socio-psychological dimensions of contemporary opera. Kotta received the Reet Neimar Criticism Award (2023) for her contributions to music scholarship. She leads the project How to share the ardor? Conveying complex musical structures through animated scores (2024-2025), funded by the Estonian Ministry of Culture. Administratively, she chairs the Estonian Musicological Society (2013–present) and the International Eduard Tubin Society (2015–present), while serving on the board of the Estonian Composers Union (2022–present).

• Machine Learning & Artificial Intelligence
• Probabilistic Modelling
• Neuro-Symbolic Modelling
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Dr. Robert Lieck is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Durham University. His research focuses on interdisciplinary applications of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI), emphasizing interpretability, robustness, and ethical considerations. He explores computational models in music cognition, communication dynamics, and medical image analysis, aiming to bridge theory and practical tools for domain experts. Before Durham, he was a postdoctoral researcher at EPFL's Digital and Cognitive Musicology Lab (2018–2021) and earned his PhD from the Learning and Intelligent Systems Lab in Stuttgart/Berlin (2012–2017). His work combines probabilistic modelling, neuro-symbolic systems, and reinforcement learning to address challenges in music analysis, autonomous decision-making, and medical robotics. Key research themes include: Music structure and perception modelling Symbol emergence in multi-agent communication Ethical AI and autonomous systems governance Medical imaging applications (CT/MRI analysis) Recent projects involve developing patient-agnostic diabetes management systems using deep reinforcement learning and surgical workflow anticipation through graph learning algorithms. He actively contributes to conferences such as NeurIPS, ISMIR, and AAAI, with publications spanning music informatics, robotics, and biomedical engineering. Current supervision includes four postgraduate students focusing on AI applications in healthcare, music technology, and autonomous systems. His work bridges technical innovation with societal impact, addressing challenges in policy, legislation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Jennifer Beaversمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Twentieth-Century Music Analysis
• Music Theory Pedagogy
• Timbre Analysis
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Jennifer Beavers, Ph.D. , is an Associate Professor of Music Theory at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) in the College of Liberal and Fine Arts. Her research intersects early twentieth-century music analysis, timbre/orchestration studies, and music theory pedagogy, with a focus on Maurice Ravel’s compositions and curriculum innovation. Awarded Faculty Mentor Award for Undergraduate Research (2019) Co-founder of UTSA Music Theory Club initiatives Active presenter at Society for Music Theory , American Musicological Society , and College Music Society conferences Research Themes : Analytical approaches to Ravel’s neurological decline, timbre as structural marker, flipped pedagogy, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Her publications span journals like Music Theory Online and Indiana Theory Review , emphasizing timbral transformations and pedagogical innovation. Scientific Awards : Faculty Mentor Award for Undergraduate Research (2019) Teaching Contributions : Courses include Aural Skills , Basic Skills , 20th-Century Analysis , and graduate Research Methods . Her pedagogical research addresses improvisation, pitch-matching, and AP curriculum alignment.

Ji Hyun Wooمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Analysis
• Dalcroze Eurhythmics
• Organ Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Ji Hyun Woo is a Senior Lecturer of Music Theory and Organ at the State University of New York at Fredonia. She specializes in integrating Dalcroze Eurhythmics into music theory pedagogy, focusing on kinesthetic learning and innovative teaching methods. Her research spans chromatic harmony, organ pedagogy, and post-tonal music analysis. Ph.D. in Music Theory, University at Buffalo Three Master’s degrees in Music Theory, Composition, and Organ Bachelor’s in Composition, Sook Myung Women’s University Dr. Woo’s research explores the application of Dalcroze-inspired methods to enhance sight-singing, improvisation, and composition skills. She has presented at major conferences including the Society for Music Theory, Dalcroze Society of America, and AGO National Convention. Her work bridges performance and theoretical analysis, particularly in organ music and chromatic harmony. Key trends in her publications include the study of fin-de-siècle chromaticism and the use of quasi-12-tone matrices in pedagogy. She emphasizes movement-based teaching to improve musicality and coordination in organ students. Scientific Awards Open Education Resources (OER) redesign incentive, SUNY/PDC (2020) NYS/UUP Individual Development Awards (2020) Professional Development Award for Classroom Innovations, Professional Development Center (2019) 2019 OER Course Redesign for Online Course, Professional Development Center (2019) Dr. Woo serves as an organist and music minister at St. Mark's Episcopal Church and has released recordings with clarinetist Dr. Andrew Seigel. She is a certified Dalcroze educator with training from Carnegie Mellon University and the Institute for Jaques-Dalcroze Education.

• Music Composition
• Ethnomusicology
• Music Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. John Hails is a Senior Lecturer and Reader in Music at Edinburgh Napier University , where he teaches aesthetics, music psychology, composition, and ethnomusicology. He holds a PhD in Music from Durham University (2008) and has trained under notable composers like Brian Ferneyhough and Richard Barrett. His research focuses on experimental composition, marginal musical practices, and interdisciplinary aesthetics. Educations: Bachelor’s and Master’s training at Durham University and University of Huddersfield PhD by Portfolio of Compositions (Durham University, 2008) Research Interests: John’s work explores unorthodox intonations, fixed media installations, and the intersection of composition with philosophy and ethnomusicology. He actively presents at international conferences on topics like post-structuralist critiques in music education and communal performance practices. Notable Works: His compositions have been performed by ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and broadcast on BBC Radio 3. Key pieces include enlightenment (microtonal trumpet and media) and Nine for ones in nine , reflecting his experimental approach. Awards & Grants: While no explicit awards are listed, his research is funded by Edinburgh Napier University. He is a core member of the Applied Music Research Centre . Supervision & Grants: He has supervised over 15 postgraduate projects, including PhDs on topics like Musical Cultures of Melanesia and Dialogical Music Systems . His supervisory roles span composition, ethnomusicology, and interdisciplinary studies. Labs/Teams: Active in the Applied Music Research Centre , focusing on creative practice and experimental music dissemination.

• Music Analysis
• Sonata Form
• 19th-Century Instrumental Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Julian Horton is Professor of Music Theory and Analysis at Durham University. His research focuses on analytical approaches to 19th-century instrumental music, with specializations in Bruckner, Brahms, sonata form theory, and tonal systems. Professor Horton's scholarly output examines structural and historical dimensions of Romantic repertoire, particularly investigating formal innovation in symphonic and concerto genres. His recent work develops new theoretical frameworks for understanding post-classical instrumental forms. His publications demonstrate consistent engagement with evolving analytical methodologies applied to canonical repertoire, with recent focus on violin concerti and theoretical examinations of musicological practice. Westrup Prize, Music and Letters Trust (2011) Corresponding Member, Society for Musicology in Ireland (2019) President, Society for Music Analysis (2014-2019) Professor Horton supervises doctoral research across analytical methodologies and historical repertoires, maintaining an active cohort of postgraduate students investigating diverse aspects of music theory and history.

Chih-Ming Wangمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Asian American Literature
• Inter-Asia Cultural Studies
• Taiwan and US Imperial History
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Chih-Ming Wang is a Research Fellow and Professor at Academia Sinica , serving as Deputy Director of the Institute of European and American Studies. He holds a joint appointment as Associate Professor in the International Program in Inter-Asia Cultural Studies at National Chiao-Tung University. Ph.D., Literature Department, University of California, Santa Cruz M.A., Department of Foreign Languages and Comparative Literature, National Taiwan University B.A., Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures, National Tsing Hua University His research bridges American studies and Asian studies through a transborder problematic , examining how literary and cultural exchanges between Asia and the West interact with social change. Key questions include: How do international students' experiences challenge US-centric Asian American studies? How does Taiwan's foreign literature field transform Western theories for local contexts? Recent work focuses on globalization narratives , post-Cold War geopolitics , and imperialism , particularly in relation to China's contemporary global role. He leads a research cluster on 'Chinese Contemporary' at Yang Ming Chiao Tung University's International Center for Cultural Studies, aiming to deconstruct Cold War Orientalist narratives. His 15 most recent publications span moral philosophy anthologies , transnational migration studies , and critical theory translations . Topics include R.F. Kuang's race debates , Ha Jin's immigrant novels , and Cold War legacy analyses , reflecting his expertise in Asian American literature , Inter-Asia Cultural Studies , and postcolonial theory . Scientific Awards : Outstanding Scholar Award (2025-27) Outstanding Research Award (2022-23) Scholarly Monograph Award (2022) Harvard Yenching Fellowship (2020) ASA Yasuo Sakakibara Prize Through editorial roles at journals like Router and Reflexion , he fosters transnational academic collaboration . His work consistently merges knowledge production with social movement dimensions , embodying cultural studies' transformative potential.

Jenine Brownمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Theory
• Music Cognition
• Aural Skills Pedagogy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Jenine Brown is Associate Professor of Music Theory and Coordinator of Ear Training at The Peabody Conservatory of The Johns Hopkins University. She joined the faculty in 2015 and teaches the undergraduate ear training core curriculum and a graduate seminar on music cognition and analysis. Her work bridges empirical research and music-theoretical inquiry, with a strong focus on listener expectation and aural skills pedagogy. Ph.D. in Music Theory, Eastman School of Music Degrees from University of Michigan–Ann Arbor Executive Leadership Training, Johns Hopkins Carey Business School Her research takes an empirical approach to understanding how listeners perceive musical structure, especially in tonal and post-tonal contexts. She investigates pre-compositional structures and collaborates on projects exploring the pre-dominant function with Dr. Daphne Tan and others. Her pedagogical scholarship focuses on aural skills instruction, including reviews of digital tools and contributions to major publications such as The Routledge Companion to Aural Training in Music Education . She has published in Music Theory Spectrum , Music Perception , Frontiers in Psychology , and Journal of Music Theory Pedagogy . Her recent publications and presentations reflect a strong interdisciplinary trend, combining music theory, cognitive science, and educational research. Topics include listener expectation, aural pedagogy, Suzuki method applications, and empirical modeling of musical cognition. She frequently presents at major conferences such as the Society for Music Theory, Society for Music Perception and Cognition, and the International Conference on Music Perception and Cognition. Her scientific awards include: Johns Hopkins University Catalyst Award (2023) Peabody Conservatory CARES Award (2020) COVID-19 Research Accelerator Grant (2021) Brown is actively involved in academic service and mentoring. She has served as Associate Editor of Music Theory Online , President of the Music Theory Society of the Mid-Atlantic (2022–2024), and is a key contributor to the College Board’s AP Music Theory program, where she has served as Visiting Fellow and currently sits on the Test Development Committee. She mentors students through collaborative research, resulting in co-authored publications in Frontiers in Psychology and Research Studies in Music Education . Her leadership extends to hosting the 20th-anniversary MTSMA conference at Peabody in 2023. Brown leads initiatives in music cognition and aural skills development at Peabody, collaborating with colleagues across disciplines. She is central to curriculum development in ear training and integrates cognitive research into pedagogical practice. Her lab-like collaborative environment fosters student involvement in empirical research and conference presentations.

• Comparative Literature
• Translation Studies
• Literary Theory
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Thomas Cooper holds a PhD in Comparative Literature from Indiana University (2003) and an MA in Central Euro-Asian Studies (1998). He is currently an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Károli Gáspár University of the Reformed Church in Hungary, affiliated with the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Department of English Literatures and Cultures. Previously, he served as Associate Professor at Eszterházy Károly College and Assistant Director at Columbia University's Institute for Comparative Literature and Society. Cooper's research focuses on literary history, translation theory, and the interplay of culture and narrative. His recent articles explore topics such as storytelling techniques, cultural mediation in translation, and the literary impact of 20th-century historical events like the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. His work also intersects with musicology, analyzing tonal innovations in Ferenc Liszt's compositions. Scientific Awards: György Ránki Award (1998) Cooper has held guest teaching and research roles, including at Columbia University (2006), and presented at the United Nations Study Group on Languages (2015). His linguistic expertise includes near fluency in French, German, and Hungarian, alongside native English proficiency.

Brad Osbornمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Theory
• Popular Music Analysis
• Music Video Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Brad Osborn is an Associate Professor of Music Theory at the University of Kansas, specializing in the analysis of popular music, particularly within the realms of music video aesthetics, electronic dance music (EDM), and rock genre studies. His research interrogates the intersections of sound, visual narrative, and cultural meaning in post-MTV era media. Research Focus: Music Video Analysis, Rock Harmonic Systems, EDM Structural Functions, Film/TV Music Theory Notable Themes: Through-composed Forms in Post-Rock, Timbre in Icelandic Music, Cognitive Salience in Audiovisual Media Recent publications examine terminally climactic forms in modern rock, transmedia analysis of music videos, and the subdominant tritone in visual media scoring. Osborn advocates for innovative pedagogical approaches integrating music video analysis and digital resources.