جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Emil Gryestenمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Classical Music
• +۶ مورد دیگر

Emil Gryesten is an assistant professor of piano and chamber music at the Royal Danish Academy of Music since 2017, and a PhD student at the Orpheus Institute in Ghent, Belgium (docARTES program) since September 2024. A renowned pianist, he has performed as a soloist and chamber musician across Europe, Asia, and the USA, including a Carnegie Hall debut. Education: Royal Danish Academy of Music, Sibelius Academy (Helsinki), Como International Piano Academy (Italy) His research focuses on classical piano performance aesthetics, romantic music interpretation, and artistic development projects like Beethoven Rekonstrueret (2020-2023) and Analogi og fortryllelse (2023-2024). His 2024 Chopin solo album features historically informed performances on a restored 1837 Érard piano. Scientific awards include: "Unge Elite" grant from the Danish Arts Foundation (2016) Harby Foundation's major grant (2014) Multiple first prizes at Nordic Piano Competition (2006), Steinway Klavierspielwettbewerb (2000), and others Consistent accolades since teenage years across Europe Active in educational outreach, he teaches at Chamber Music Camp, Askov College's Chamber Music Course, and coordinates music programs. Current projects involve a PhD dissertation at the Orpheus Institute, focusing on artistic research methodologies.

Kevin Watsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music psychology
• Jazz pedagogy
• Music teacher preparation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Kevin Watson is an Associate Professor of Music Education at Western University's Don Wright Faculty of Music, where he serves as Chair of Music Education and Director of the Jazz Ensemble. He is also a core team member of the Western University Music, Cognition, and the Brain Initiative, which brings together faculty from the Don Wright Faculty of Music, the Brain and Mind Institute, and the National Centre for Audiology. Dr. Watson specializes in music psychology and jazz pedagogy, with research focusing on jazz education and music teacher preparation. His work has been published in major journals including the Journal of Research in Music Education and Music Education Research. He has presented his research internationally in England, Brazil, and the United States, and regularly serves as a music festival adjudicator and clinician for both jazz and concert bands. Dr. Watson is the co-director of the Western Young Winds program, which provides supplementary instrumental music education for students in grades six through nine, and serves as director of the Western Summer Band Camp. His research explores the cognitive aspects of music learning, with particular focus on jazz improvisation and mental practice techniques. His scholarly work reveals a consistent focus on understanding how musicians learn jazz improvisation, with particular attention to practice techniques, instructional methods, and cognitive processes. His research spans both theoretical and practical aspects of music education, bridging the gap between academic scholarship and classroom application. Jack Richardson London Music Award: Best Jazz Instrumental Solo or Group (2015) Western University Undergraduate Students' Council Teaching Honour Roll (2012-2013, 2015-2016) Dr. Watson actively mentors undergraduate students through the Western Young Winds program, where pre-service music teachers gain practical experience under his guidance. He has served as an adjudicator for numerous music festivals including the Kiwanis Music Festival in St. Johns, NL, Atlantic Festivals of Music in Halifax, NS, and the Purdue University Jazz Festival. As Artistic Director of the Western University Jazz Ensemble, Dr. Watson leads a group that performs music spanning all styles and eras of jazz, from classic repertory by Duke Ellington and Count Basie to contemporary works by Maria Schneider, Wycliff Gordon, and Geoffrey Keezer. The ensemble's mission is to develop students' performance skills and pedagogical knowledge for careers as creative jazz artist-teachers.

Brian Allenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Violin Performance
• Music Pedagogy
• Orchestral Studies
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Brian Allen is a Lecturer at the Cleveland Institute of Music and Principal Second Violinist of the Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra. He earned his D.M.A. in Violin Performance from the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, following B.M. and M.M. degrees from the Cleveland Institute of Music, where he studied with Jaime Laredo and William Preucil. His professional experience includes a one-year contract with the St. Louis Symphony and nine summers at the Aspen Music Festival and School under concertmasters David Halen and Robert Chen. B.M., Cleveland Institute of Music M.M., Cleveland Institute of Music D.M.A., Violin Performance - University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre, and Dance Allen focuses on violin pedagogy, particularly left/right hand coordination and Pythagorean Expressive intonation. His research interests lie in advanced string techniques and orchestral training methodologies. As a performer, he has reached finalist stages in multiple prestigious concertmaster auditions and gained recognition through solo performances at Aspen. Finalist in three major orchestra concertmaster/assistant concertmaster auditions Soloist with Aspen Conducting Academy Orchestra Allen studied at the Indiana University String Academy under Brenda Brenner and Mimi Zweig, later refining his skills at the University of Michigan with David Halen. His teaching philosophy emphasizes structured practice knowledge and sustained student motivation.

• Contemporary Dance
• Choreography
• Somatic Practices
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yasmine Hugonnet is a contemporary dancer, choreographer, and researcher affiliated with the Academy of Theatre and Dance at Artez University of the Arts, Netherlands. She founded her company Arts Mouvementés-Yasmine Hugonnet in Lausanne, Switzerland (2010), collaborating with institutions like Théâtre de Vidy. Education: Conservatoire National Supérieur en Danse Contemporaine de Paris Master's Degree in Dance ('Dance Unlimited', Netherlands, 2003) Her research focuses on empathy in movement , exploring affective mimicry, gesture appropriation, and the interplay between stillness and motion. She integrates somatic practices, critical embodiment, and collaborative choreography into her work. Recent projects include the 'Empathic Chamber' series (2023), analyzing how observers transition from passive observation to active imitation. Her practice spans solo performances and group compositions since 2016. Scientific Awards: Swiss Dance Prize (2017, 2021) Hugonnet facilitates workshops across Europe, sharing methodologies for movement germination and reciprocal attention. In 2022, she launched 'Jeux de perception', a research cycle for emerging artists.

Savaş Ekiciمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music
• Musicology
• Turkish Folk Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Savaş Ekici is a Lecturer at Gaziantep University's Turkish Music State Conservatory, Department of Voice Training. He holds a Doctorate in Music from Baku Music Academy (2014) and has published extensively on Turkish folk music, regional musicology, and music education. Research focuses on Anatolian regional music, makam theory, oral transmission, and cultural preservation Key contributions include methodological works on bağlama education and regional folk song analysis Organized 2024 solo concert series on zeybek tunes and Central Anatolian sounds at Mavera Congress and Art Center His work bridges academic research with practical music education, emphasizing traditional Turkish musical heritage in modern contexts.

János Szirtesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Media Art
• Performative Communication
• Fine Arts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

János Szirtes is a Hungarian visual artist and professor at Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design (MOME), where he has been a core member of the Doctoral School and founded the Visual Studies Studio. He played a pivotal role in establishing the Media Design BA, MA, and Multimedia DLA programs. His career spans over four decades in art pedagogy and creative practice. Education: B.A. in Graphic Arts, Hungarian University of Fine Arts (1980) M.A. in Arts, Hungarian University of Fine Arts (1983) Habilitation, MOME (2002) His work focuses on media art , performative communication , and fine arts , blending paintings, video installations, and live performances. He has organized numerous solo and group exhibitions globally, including at Documenta 8 and international galleries. Scientific Awards Mihály Munkácsy Award (1989) Order of Merit, Officer’s Cross (2009) Széchenyi Fellowships (1999, 2003) Residencies and prizes in Hungary and abroad Though primarily an artist, his academic leadership and mentorship in art education have significantly shaped contemporary media art programs in Hungary.

Jessica Jane Juliusمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Glass Art
• Installation Art
• Material Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jessica Jane Julius serves as Associate Professor and Program Head of Glass at Temple University's Tyler School of Art and Architecture. Her interdisciplinary practice spans artistic creation, education, and leadership as current Board President of the Glass Arts Society. Her research examines the "culture of fear" through glass installations that investigate anxiety, perception, and technology interfaces. Key themes include tactile experience in digital contexts, material semiotics, and sustainable practices in glass art, recently manifested in the Frankenthaler-funded electric furnace transition project. Julius's artistic output reveals evolving focus from early explorations of bodily perception (e.g., HYBRID, 2006) toward immersive fear-based installations (Between Now and Now, 2021), culminating in current sustainability initiatives and edible performance works. Her work consistently bridges material experimentation with conceptual frameworks around information systems and sensory experience. York Cultural Alliance grant Creative Glass Center of America residency Museum of Glass residency Frankenthaler Implementation Award (2025) Cultural Alliance of York PA grant As co-founder of The Burnt Asphalt Family collective, Julius produces collaborative edible performances exhibited at Corning Museum of Glass and UrbanGlass. Her educational impact extends through workshops like "Sculpting a Feast" and leadership in symposia addressing arts sustainability and mastery education. Current projects include the 2025 UrbanGlass Crafting Mastery Education Symposium advisory role and Arts and Quality of Life Conference lecture on resilience in making. Julius maintains active studio practice through residencies and exhibitions nationally, with works held in collections including Philadelphia Museum of Art and Museum of American Glass. Her upcoming 2025 solo exhibition "A Madeleine Moment" at UrbanGlass continues her investigation of memory triggers through participatory performance.

Beth Krenskyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Community-based art education
• Youth activist art
• Art for social change
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Beth Krensky is a Distinguished Professor in the Department of Art & Art History at the University of Utah. She received her formal art training from the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts University and MIT's Center for Advanced Visual Studies, holds an M.Ed. from Harvard Graduate School of Education, and earned her Ph.D. in Educational Foundations from the University of Colorado at Boulder. As one of the five founding members of the international artist collective, the Artnauts, she has participated in 226 exhibitions across 19 countries, using art as a tool for addressing global issues while connecting with artists worldwide. Her academic achievements include being named the Utah Higher Education Art Educator of the Year in 2022 and selected as one of Utah's 15 Most Influential Artists in 2019. Among her institutional honors from the University of Utah are the Presidential Scholar, Public Service Professor, and Distinguished Teaching awards. In 2023, she was selected as one of five performance art finalists for the 16th Arte Laguna Prize and her work "Float Away" won the Alfred Lambourne Prize for Movement. Krensky describes herself as "a gatherer of things—objects, words, spirit—and a connector of fragments, to make us whole." Her artistic practice traverses the borderlands between spirit and matter, creating objects and performative gestures as contemplative acts. Much of her work, cobbled together from the detritus of life, is intended to be portable and able to metaphorically cross layers of shared and contested existence. Her work addresses pressing social issues while providing refuge—a free space that allows participants to name themselves, envision different realities, and engage in the re-making of their world. As a scholar, Krensky focuses on community-based art education, youth activist art, and art for social change. Her co-authored book with Seana Lowe Steffen, Engaging Classrooms and Communities through Art , is widely used in the community-based art education field. She is also a Fellow with the Jewish Art Salon since 2014 and a scholar of youth-created art for social change. Her recent works demonstrate a consistent exploration of memory, loss, and transformation. Through performances like "Where Lies the Border Between Us?" in the historic Jewish Ghetto of Venice and installations like the "Hollows of Emptiness" series, she creates spaces for reflection on historical trauma, particularly related to the Holocaust. Her work often incorporates found objects and historical artifacts, transforming them into vessels for personal and collective memory. Utah Higher Education Art Educator of the Year (2022) Utah's 15 Most Influential Artists (2019) Presidential Scholar award (University of Utah) Public Service Professor award (University of Utah) Distinguished Teaching award (University of Utah) Alfred Lambourne Prize for Movement (2023) Alfred Lambourne Prize for Movement (2018) Performance art finalist for the 16th Arte Laguna Prize (2023) Krensky's academic work extends beyond her artistic practice to include significant contributions to art education theory and practice. Her research on youth-created art for social change has influenced community-based art education approaches nationwide. She has served as a mentor to numerous students and emerging artists, though specific advisees are not mentioned in the provided text. Her work with the Artnauts collective has created international connections and collaborations that extend her impact beyond the classroom. Her current projects continue to explore the intersection of personal and collective memory, particularly through works addressing the Holocaust and historical trauma. The "Hollows of Emptiness" series, created in collaboration with artist Zev Gorfinkle, uses pre-World War II model trains to create contemplative spaces honoring the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust. Her performance work often takes place in historically significant locations, creating dialogues between past and present through ritualistic gestures and symbolic objects.

• Ballet
• Dance Pedagogy
• Classical Ballet Restaging
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maggie Tesch serves as Professor (Lecturer) in the Ballet Department of the University of Utah’s School of Dance since July 2019, following her tenure as Associate Professor (Lecturer) from 2012 to 2019. Her institutional service includes membership on the Academic Senate (2021-2024), Bachelors in University Studies Committee (2021-2024), Faculty Review Committee (2021-2022), and Life-Credit Subcommittee (2014), demonstrating deep engagement with university governance and academic development. Her educational foundation comprises a BFA in Ballet from the University of Utah (2003), American Ballet Theatre National Curriculum Certification (2012), and Polestar Pilates Certification (2004). These qualifications underpin her dual expertise in classical ballet technique and dancer conditioning methodologies. Tesch’s creative scholarship centers on ballet preservation through meticulous restaging of classical repertoire, including iconic works like “The Kingdom of the Shades,” “Coppélia,” and “Serenade,” while expanding into contemporary choreography such as “Aude/RISE.” Her pedagogical approach integrates historical fidelity with modern educational techniques, particularly evident in her Ballet Pedagogy courses and Pointe/Variations instruction. Community engagement forms a critical pillar of her practice, exemplified by outreach performances with Utah Presents (2023) and collaborations with Collage Dance Collective. Analysis of her 15 most recent creative works reveals a sustained focus on classical ballet restoration (75% of output), with increasing emphasis on narrative and comedic works like “La Fille Mal Gardée” alongside contemporary explorations. Her 2025 project “The Kingdom of the Shades” continues this trajectory while incorporating community dancers, signaling evolving integration of professional and community dance ecosystems. Her professional recognition includes: Governor’s Honors Award from Ballet West (2000) As an educator, Tesch mentors through courses spanning Ballet Pedagogy, Professional Technique, and Repertoire instruction, while supervising graduate projects and teaching practicums. Her committee service on Salt Lake Arts Academy’s Development and Academic Excellence Committees (2014-2017) and instruction at Ballet West Summer Intensive (2012) extend her influence beyond campus. Through ongoing collaborations with Utah Ballet and Utah Dance Institute (2020-2022), Tesch maintains a vibrant bridge between academic training and professional performance, ensuring classical ballet traditions remain dynamically relevant within contemporary dance education.

Shion Yokooمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر ارشد

• Performing Arts
• Semiotics
• Cultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shion Yokoo is a PhD student and Junior Research Fellow in Cultural Studies at Tallinn University, Estonia. She holds a BA in Dance from Viljandi Culture Academy and an MA in Semiotics from the University of Tartu. Her research focuses on antitheatricality in contemporary performing arts, comparing practices in Estonia and Japan through semiotic analysis. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Dance, Viljandi Culture Academy Master of Arts in Semiotics, University of Tartu Research interests center on the critique of conventional theatrical forms, exploring how antitheatrical discourse manifests in modern performance art. Her work bridges semiotics and cultural studies, examining symbolic systems in live art and installation-based practices. Her artistic contributions include solo performances like Anti-Theatricality’s Appearances in Estonian Contemporary Performing Arts , and collaborative installations such as Peal kiri peal (with Keisuke Sugawara) for Tartu 2024 European Capital of Culture. These projects operationalize her academic research into public-facing art. No specific grants or advising roles are detailed in the provided text. She is affiliated with Tallinn University’s Cultural Studies department but no lab/team is explicitly mentioned.

Louis Setzerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Performance
• Trombone Pedagogy
• Chamber Music (Trombone and Harp)
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Louis Setzer is a Lecturer of Low Brass at Northern Kentucky University (NKU), where he teaches low brass, aural skills, and music theory. Previously, he held the same position at Marian University of Indianapolis. He earned his DMA from the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (2017), MM from Penn State (2013), and BM from Mansfield University (2011). His research focuses on expanding trombone and harp duet repertoire, culminating in his authored bibliography and the JOLO Duo's collaborative projects. Dr. Setzer's performance career includes solo engagements with ensembles like the Indiana Wind Symphony and Richmond Symphony. He co-founded the JOLO Duo with harpist Joseph Rebman, releasing their debut album The Bounds of Spring (2020), which features eight previously unrecorded works. Their mission includes commissioning new pieces and promoting this genre internationally through festivals and university performances. Pedagogically, Setzer emphasizes low brass pedagogy and aural skills development. He has presented at conferences such as the National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors and Indiana Music Education Association. Recent activities include organizing NKU's first Trombone Day (2025) and serving as acting principal trombone for the Richmond Symphony. His scholarly work includes published arrangements and commissioned compositions, alongside active participation in professional development for music educators. Despite no explicit awards listed, his contributions to expanding trombone-harp duet literature and his prolific performance schedule reflect significant influence in his field.

Matt Olsonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Jazz Studies
• Saxophone Performance
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Matt Olson is a Professor of Saxophone and Director of Jazz Studies at Furman University. He holds terminal degrees from Northwestern University (B.M. and M.M.) and the University of Illinois (Ph.D.). His professional career includes performances with renowned artists such as Randy Brecker, Chris Potter, and members of Manhattan Transfer, spanning venues like Carnegie Hall and the Montreal Jazz Festival. Olson co-leads the Unhinged Sextet, releasing albums Clarity (2015) and Don’t Blink (2017), and produced his solo work 789 Miles (2019). He is a D’Addario and Conn-Selmer Endorsing Artist. Research focuses on jazz composition inspired by 1950-60s innovators like John Coltrane and Wayne Shorter, alongside pedagogical advancements in saxophone instruction and improvisation. He publishes articles in Downbeat and The Saxophone Symposium , and his original compositions are featured in eJazzlines. Olson actively engages in music education through clinics at national conferences (Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic, Jazz Education Network) and serves on professional boards including NAFME and NAfME. His work bridges performance excellence with educational innovation.

Evan Kelsickمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Tuba and Euphonium Performance
• Music Education
• Commissioned Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Evan Kelsick serves as a Lecturer in Tuba and Euphonium at Auburn University's Department of Music, where he combines performance excellence with teaching innovation. Holding a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Eastman School of Music and a Master's in Performance from Northwestern University, he bridges pedagogy and practice through public performances, commissioning new works, and adjudication activities. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Eastman School of Music Master of Music (MM), Northwestern University Bachelor of Music Education (BME), University of Houston Kelsick actively expands tuba/euphonium repertoire by collaborating with composers like Samuel Adler and Gary Fry, with his 2018 solo album showcasing commissioned works. His performance history includes guest soloist appearances with prestigious ensembles such as the Eastman Philharmonic and Heartland Festival Orchestras, alongside extensive solo recital tours across American universities. As an educator, he previously held teaching positions at Eastern Illinois University and Syracuse University, emphasizing music education and ensemble development. His mentorship under notable figures including Philip Freeman and Larry Zalkind informs his approach to training the next generation of musicians.

• Music Education
• Violin Performance
• Equity in Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Maureen Yuen is an Assistant Professor of Violin and String Area Coordinator at the University of Nevada, Reno's School of Music, effective January 2025. Previously, she held tenured positions at Drake University and taught at Columbia University, Mercyhurst University, and SUNY Fredonia. She specializes in music pedagogy, equity in education, and performance of underrepresented composers. Her research challenges traditional studio models and advocates for diversity in classical music. Dr. Yuen holds a D.Ed. and M.Ed. from Columbia University and dual M.Mus. and B.Mus. degrees from the University of British Columbia. Her global performances include solo and chamber music engagements in Hong Kong, Kenya, and Japan. She is a senior adjudicator for the Royal Conservatory's Music Development Program and serves on the editorial board of the American String Teacher Journal . Her scholarly work, including a 2024 Routledge book chapter and peer-reviewed articles, focuses on access, equity, and innovation in music education. Her 2023 album Violin Music by Women highlights overlooked composers. She also contributes to grants panels for the National Endowment for the Arts and supports emerging composers through Rising Tide Music Press.

Byron Petersمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Film
• Networked technologies
• Sculpture
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Byron Peters is a Lecturer at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in the Faculty of Arts, Department of Interdisciplinary Expressive Arts, and also teaches in the Department of Art History, Visual Art and Theory at the University of British Columbia. His educational background includes a B.F.A. from the University of British Columbia and an M.F.A. from California College of the Arts. As an artist and writer, Peters works across film, networked technologies, sculpture, text, drawing, and sound installation. His practice foregrounds student creativity, radical imagination, cultural memory, and decolonization processes. Through long-term collaborations, his research engages with collective labor practices, digitality within racial capitalism, and histories of science and mathematics. His exhibition history spans international venues including The Darling Foundry (Montreal), Para Site (Hong Kong), ICA Miami, The White Building (London), and The Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. Peters' creative output shows a consistent focus on mathematics as a political and cultural construct, with his "Anti-Racist Mathematics & Other Stories" series (2017-2019) examining imperialistic histories of numbers and their relationship to capital. His work often bridges technical precision with poetic and political imagination, exploring how mathematical concepts serve or could transform dominant power structures. Recent projects continue his collaboration with community archives, particularly those of the late activist Sid Chow Tan, weaving together racial justice, mathematics, and Vancouver's Chinatown history. Giverny Fellowship from the Terra Foundation for American Art Exhibitions at major international venues across North America, Europe, and Asia Presentations at The New School, UCL, LSE, and Victoria and Albert Museum Film screenings at Images Festival, True/False, DOXA, and International Film Festival Rotterdam As an educator and mentor, Peters has worked with The Prisoner Hunger Strike Solidarity Coalition, SFU School for Contemporary Arts, Emily Carr University, Cinelab, Out on Screen, and The Cinematheque. His courses at KPU include FINA 1135: Introduction to Digital Media I, IDEA 1100: Exploring Self and World, and IDEA 3301: Myth, Culture, and Creativity. His teaching philosophy emphasizes student creativity within the material and social conditions of communities toward decolonization. His collaborative practice extends to workshops, filmmaking intensives, and community-based projects that connect artistic practice with social justice movements, particularly focusing on racial capitalism and collective liberation.