جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Music
• Cello Performance
• Orchestral Music
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Jonathan R. Gerhardt serves as an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Music at Newcomb College, Tulane University, specializing in cello instruction. He concurrently holds the prestigious position of Cello Principal with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, demonstrating dual expertise in academic pedagogy and professional orchestral performance. His educational foundation includes a Master of Music (M.Mus.) degree from the New England Conservatory of Music, a globally recognized institution for classical training. This advanced degree underpins his technical proficiency and interpretative depth in string performance. Mr. Gerhardt's professional focus centers on cello performance within classical and orchestral contexts, with particular emphasis on chamber music and symphonic repertoire. His work bridges rigorous academic instruction with active professional engagement, enriching both the university's music program and New Orleans' cultural landscape through performance excellence and mentorship. As Cello Principal of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra—a musician-governed ensemble renowned for community integration and innovative programming—he contributes significantly to regional arts through concert seasons, educational outreach, and collaborative community projects that extend classical music beyond traditional venues.

• Musical Composition
• British Classical Music (Post-1900)
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof Peter Fribbins is a Professor and ACI Director of New Partnership Development at Middlesex University's School of Arts (Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries). He leads in musical composition, British classical music post-1900, and arts leadership. His roles include Artistic Director of the London Chamber Music Society and co-director of Fenlandia, a festival celebrating East Anglian fen culture. Research focuses on musical composition, chamber music, and historical reinterpretation (e.g., Agnes Zimmermann’s work). Teaching areas include composition, music aesthetics, and event management. His works are performed globally by orchestras like the Royal Philharmonic and Royal Scottish National Orchestra, with over ten commercial recordings. Publications span concertos, chamber pieces, and analytical works like Zemlinsky’s String Quartets: A Composer’s View . His recent works (2022–2024) explore regional landscapes (e.g., The Fens ) and folk traditions. Leadership roles include Middlesex University’s Faculty of Arts & Creative Industries team.

Nathan Cookمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Early Music Performance
• Chamber Music
• Works of Living Composers
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Nathan Cook is an Associate Professor of Chamber Music at the School of Music, Memorial University of Newfoundland. He is a cellist and educator, active in early music performance and contemporary compositions. His affiliations include the Trinitas Chamber Ensemble (co-founded with Dr. Michelle Cheramy), the Atlantic String Quartet, and the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra. He holds degrees from Grinnell College (B.A. Chemistry), Colgate University (M.A.T.), and Rice University (M.M. and D.M.A. in Music). B.A. Chemistry, Grinnell College M.A.T., Colgate University M.M. and D.M.A., Rice University His research focuses on revitalizing early music and promoting living composers, including co-commissioning works by Clifford Crawley, Andrew Staniland, and others. He has performed widely across Canada and the U.S., featured on CBC Radio and NPR stations. No articles listed in provided text. Scientific awards section remains empty. Teaching and advising roles are central to his career, though specific grants or student lists are not detailed here. He has collaborated with guest artists nationally and internationally through the Hot Earth Ensemble and Trinitas Chamber Ensemble.

Nathan Deardenمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Composition
• Social Commentary in Music
• Parody in Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Nathan Dearden is a Lecturer in Composition at the Department of Music, Royal Holloway, University of London. He is an award-winning Welsh composer, conductor, and educator, recognized for his hauntingly beautiful works that blend concert music with mixed media. His music has been performed by renowned ensembles including the London Philharmonic Orchestra, Welsh National Opera, and BBC National Orchestra of Wales. Dearden holds a PhD in Music as Commentary from Royal Holloway and an MMus (Distinction) from Cardiff University. His research explores parody in music and its role as social commentary, focusing on decontextualized borrowed materials and societal reflection. Notable works include collaborations with the National Youth Choir of Wales and the Choir of Royal Holloway. Dearden has received prestigious awards such as the 2022 Making Music UK 'Best Music Creator' and the inaugural Acapela Composer Award. As a conductor, he specializes in 20th/21st-century repertoire, leading groups like CHROMA and the New Music Collective at Royal Holloway. His current projects include a Passion setting with immersive digital storytelling and collaborations with tenor Nicky Spence and cellist Guy Johnston. He serves as Lead Composition Tutor at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, Trustee of Classical Remix, and Board Member of the Welsh Music Guild. Key educational milestones include a Young Composer-in-Residence role with the National Youth Orchestra of Wales and a Magnum Opus Residency with Britten Sinfonia. His music has been broadcast on BBC Radio 3, RTÉ lyric FM, and released on NMC Recordings and Delphian.

Shan Dengمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Performance
• Musicology
• Ethnomusicology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Shan Deng is a Senior Lecturer in Music at the University of Tasmania's School of Creative Arts and Media, where she has served as Head of the Keyboard Department since 2001. She holds dual Masters of Music degrees from Manhattan School of Music (USA) and Griffith University (Australia), and a Bachelor of Music (Honours) from Griffith University. A renowned concert pianist, she has performed globally with prestigious orchestras like the Queensland Philharmonic and Australian Symphony Orchestras, and has released three CDs: Shan Deng Plays Chopin , Shan Deng Live , and Conversations (featuring pipa collaboration). Her research focuses on musicology and ethnomusicology, with particular emphasis on adapting Chinese folk songs into new Australian compositions. Notable achievements include: 2014: Australian Council for the Arts International Pathway Grant for a China concert tour featuring the world premiere of Maria Grenfell's Choro . 2016: Arts Tasmania grant supporting performances in China, America, and Canada. 2017: Representation of Australia at the Bowling Green New Music Festival (USA) with Tasmanian-composed works. 2019: Study of Argentine tango music funded by Arts Tasmania. Awards include Churchill and Fulbright Fellowships, the Sydney International Piano Competition's Best Australian Pianist Prize, and the Australian Big Ben Award. She regularly adjudicates national competitions and teaches at the Tasmanian Conservatorium.

Margaret Millerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Education
• Classical Music Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Margaret Miller is a retired Senior Lecturer of Music and former Coordinator of the Graduate String Quartet Program at Colorado State University (CSU), affiliated with the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance within the College of Liberal Arts. She teaches viola, chamber music literature, and coaches ensembles. She also served on the faculty of the LEAP Institute for the Arts, a multidisciplinary program focusing on post-graduation career readiness for musicians. Before joining CSU in 2004, Miller was violist of the da Vinci Quartet (1986–2004), a residency ensemble at the University of Denver and Colorado College. The quartet won prestigious awards, including prizes at the Naumberg and Shostakovich competitions, and recorded American composers’ works for Naxos. Miller’s teaching excellence has been recognized by the Colorado Chapter of the American String Teachers Association and the Colorado Springs Youth Symphony. Her professional engagements include masterclasses at institutions like the University of Missouri and Kansas State University, and clinics on viola performance and career strategies at conferences such as the Primrose Festival. She continues to advocate for innovative music education and community outreach through performance and pedagogy.

Kate Bevan-Bakerمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Irish Music
• Celtic Music Performance
• Fiddle Studies
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kate Bevan-Baker is a Lecturer in Fiddle & Violin at Concordia University's School of Irish Studies, specializing in Irish and Celtic music performance and ethnomusicology. She maintains an active dual career as both an academic and professional musician. Education: PhD in Irish Music (Concordia University, Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Doctoral Scholar) Graduate Certificate in University Teaching MMus in Violin Performance (McGill University) BMus in Violin Performance (Memorial University) Her research centers on Irish musical traditions with fieldwork focused on Prince Edward Island, examining cultural transmission and performance practices. She bridges classical violin training with Celtic fiddling traditions, exploring interdisciplinary connections between ethnomusicology, performance studies, and music education. Her pedagogical approach emphasizes experiential learning through diverse musical styles including Celtic, jazz, and classical repertoires. Scientific Awards: Concordia University Doctoral Thesis Defense Award (2018) Rhona Richman Kenneally Award for top PhD paper at Canadian Association for Irish Studies conference (2018) Memorial University Concerto Competition winner (2009) ECMA nomination with The Dardanelles Kate mentors students across diverse age groups and skill levels, from absolute beginners to advanced musicians. Her teaching philosophy creates inclusive environments that welcome non-traditional students, with testimonials highlighting her ability to make complex musical concepts accessible. She balances academic work with active performance grants supporting her ensembles' international tours and recordings. She co-founded multiple ensembles including Birds on a Wire (string quartet pushing genre boundaries), The Dardanelles (ECMA-nominated traditional band), and currently performs with Solstice, Bùmarang, and Archetype Trad. Her vocal work includes Adleisia choir, evolving from Concerto Della Donna under Iwan Edwards' direction.

• Cello Performance
• Orchestral Music

Elizabeth Browne serves as Adjunct Cello Instructor at Trevecca Nazarene University's School of Music and Worship Arts. She holds bachelor's degrees in both cello and voice performance from Boston University College of Fine Arts and a master's in cello performance from San Francisco Conservatory of Music. With over 20 years of orchestral experience, Browne has performed with ensembles including the Nashville Symphony, San Francisco Conservatory Orchestra, and Music City Hit-Makers Orchestra. Her pedagogical approach bridges professional performance experience with academic instruction. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, she contributes to developing string pedagogy within higher education settings.

• Music Education
• Violin Performance
• Performance Psychology
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sherry Francis Merideth is an adjunct professor of strings at Trevecca Nazarene University's School of Music and Worship Arts. She holds a B.M. magna cum laude in violin performance and music education from DePaul University and an M.M. in violin performance from Belmont University, with current doctoral studies in performance psychology. Education: B.M. (DePaul University), M.M. (Belmont University), Doctoral studies in performance psychology Her research focuses on mental health support for musicians and performance excellence, highlighted by a 2023 lecture at the ASTA National String Summit. She actively performs with ensembles like the Trans-Siberian Orchestra and Gaither Homecoming Videos. Teaching roles include Lipscomb Academy and her private studio in Brentwood, plus leadership as string specialist and orchestra director at the W.O. Smith Summer Music Resident Camp. She adjudicates concerto competitions for Belmont University and W.O. Smith Music School. Professional workshops cover Effective Practice Techniques, Audition Prep, and Bow Strokes methodology.

Taylor Giorgioمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مهمان

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

Taylor Giorgio is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music - Strings and Music Education at St. Norbert College in De Pere, Wisconsin. She serves as the string studio instructor, orchestra director, and conductor of the String Orchestra for the Youth Orchestra Program. Giorgio is an active orchestral musician, holding positions as concertmaster of the Civic Symphony of Green Bay, assistant concertmaster of the Sheboygan Symphony, and violinist with multiple orchestras. She also teaches at Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp and engages in community projects like the PBS series Symphonic Safari and music-therapy-informed performances through the Fox Valley Symphony Orchestra. Education : B.M. in Music Education and Violin Performance, West Virginia University M.M. and D.M. in Violin Performance, Florida State University Research & Activities : Giorgio advocates for new music, releasing premiere recordings of works by Otto Luening and Elias Tanenbaum. She mentors student composers at St. Norbert College and collaborates with ensembles like Florence Strings and Listeso Music Group. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary projects, including educational outreach through Sinfonia Gulf Coast’s quartet programs and chamber music festivals worldwide. Labs/Teams : Involved with Youth Orchestra Program, Fox Valley Symphony Youth Orchestra, and Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp. Performs with orchestras across the U.S. and Austria, including the Classical Music Festival in Eisenstadt.

Jorge Variegoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Interactive Computer Music
• Algorithmic Composition
• Electroacoustic Music
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Jorge Variego is a Professor of Music Theory and Composition at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and serves as the composition program director at the Sewanee Summer Music Festival. Born in Rosario, Argentina, he is a former Fulbright Scholar whose work bridges traditional Argentine musical forms with contemporary electronic and algorithmic composition techniques. Variego's research focuses on interactive computer music, algorithmic composition, and the fusion of jazz, tango, and experimental elements. His creative output spans academic compositions, electroacoustic works, and cross-genre collaborations that defy conventional categorization. He has pioneered interactive computer music, creating numerous works for clarinet and electronics performed internationally across the US, Europe, and South America. His extensive publication record includes the book Composing with Constraints (Oxford University Press, 2021) and Algorithmic Composition (National University of Quilmes, 2018). His compositions appear in major catalogs including Parma, Albany Records, CMMAS, Centaur, and Naxos libraries. His recent works demonstrate a consistent exploration of Latin American musical traditions through contemporary compositional lenses, with premieres scheduled internationally and performances by major orchestras including the Knoxville Symphony, Oak Ridge Symphony, and Orchester Liestal. Mentor of the Year, College of Fine Arts and Sciences (2017) Swedish Arts Grants Committee residency at Visby Centre (2018) Individual Artist Fellowship recipient in Music Composition Variego directs the Domino Ensemble, a non-profit organization promoting new music with improvisation, and founded the UT Electroacoustic Ensemble dedicated to free improvisation with electronic media. With support from the Nora Roberts Foundation and Tennessee Arts Commission, his ensembles have led educational workshops and commissioned works from emerging composers. He is also an active member of the Society of Composers National Council.

Ralf Yusuf Gawlickمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music Theory
• Choral Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ralf Yusuf Gawlick is a Professor of Music at Boston College, specializing in composition and music theory. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) from the New England Conservatory. His work explores themes of Romani-Kurdish heritage and international cultural identity, blending traditional and modern compositional techniques. Recent works include the oratorio O Lungo Drom (The Long Road) , commissioned by the Alban Berg Ensemble Wien, and Imagined Memories , a string quartet reflecting autobiographical and historical narratives. Education: B.M. University of California, Santa Barbara; M.M. University of Texas at Austin; D.M.A. New England Conservatory. Research focuses on incorporating Romani cultural elements into classical forms and creating works addressing socio-political themes. His compositions have been performed globally at venues like Berlin’s Konzerthaus and Vienna’s Musikverein. Current projects include an opera based on Matéo Maximoff’s Die Ursitory , marking a first by a Romani composer on Romani themes. Teaches courses including Introduction to Music , Chromatic Harmony , and Twentieth Century Music . Active in interdisciplinary collaborations, including film scores and Holocaust memorial projects.

• Music Performance
• Cello Performance
• Orchestral Performance
• +۱ مورد دیگر

Karen Freer is a cellist and educator affiliated with Emory University and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra since 1998. Previously, she served as principal cellist of the Savannah Symphony and as a member of the Los Angeles Philharmonic. Her educational background: Started piano at age 5 and cello at age 8 in San Diego At age 11, began commuting to Los Angeles for lessons with Eleonore Schoenfeld Bachelor of Music and Performer's Certificate from Indiana University (studies with Janos Starker and Paul Katz) Master of Music from the Eastman School of Music Freer's artistic interests and professional activities focus on cello performance in orchestral and chamber music contexts. She has performed at prestigious venues including Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center as principal cellist of the New York String Orchestra. Her festival engagements span four years at the Aspen Music Festival (studying with David Finckel) and annual participation in the Teton Music Festival since 2006. Award: San Diego Symphony concerto competition winner (age 17) There is no available information regarding her students or research grants. However, her long-standing role at Emory University suggests an active contribution to music education. Freer is actively involved with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and has maintained affiliations with multiple musical ensembles throughout her career, demonstrating a sustained commitment to performance and artistic collaboration.

Elisabeth Remy Johnsonمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار مدعو

• Harp Performance
• Classical Music
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Elisabeth Remy Johnson serves as Principal Harpist of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra since 1995, holding the Delta Air Lines Chair, while maintaining academic appointments as Adjunct Instructor at Georgia State University, Artist Affiliate at Emory University, and Artist in Residence at Kennesaw State University. Her career integrates orchestral performance, solo artistry, and dedicated music education outreach across Atlanta institutions. She graduated from Harvard University Phi Beta Kappa with dual majors in Music and French, studying under Ann Hobson Pilot in Boston and Alice Chalifoux at the Salzedo Summer Harp Colony. Her educational foundation bridges classical training with linguistic studies. Ms. Remy Johnson specializes in harp performance across orchestral, solo, and chamber contexts, with expertise in standard repertoire from Debussy and Mozart to contemporary works. Her artistic focus extends to community engagement through youth programs, emphasizing harp accessibility in underserved communities. Recordings like Whirlwind (2000) and Encantamiento (2008) showcase her technical brilliance and interpretive depth in both solo and collaborative settings. Her distinguished recognition includes: Competitive awards from American Harp Society and American String Teachers Association NFAA/ARTS distinction Atlanta's Channel Eleven Community Service Award TBS Pathfinder Award Atlanta Business Chronicle's "40 under 40" honor As an educator, she co-founded the Urban Youth Harp Ensemble (2000-2010), serving 55 Atlanta Public Schools students, and mentors through the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra. Her teaching spans Georgia State University, Emory University, and ASO Talent Development programs, prioritizing harp pedagogy for diverse learners. Active in national harp communities, she performs regularly at American Harp Society Conventions, the International Harp Festival in Rio de Janeiro, and regional chamber festivals, consistently advancing harp repertoire and visibility.

• Violin Performance
• Orchestral Conducting
• Chamber Music

Alexander Mandl is a Professor of Violin at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside with extensive experience as a soloist, conductor, and chamber musician. He holds a DMA and has performed internationally at venues including Carnegie Hall. His academic leadership includes directing multiple orchestral ensembles. Research interests focus on string pedagogy and performance practice. Awards include the Francis B.F. Rhodes Prize and King's Crown Leadership Excellence Award.