جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Music Composition
• Ethnomusicology
• Music Psychology
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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.

Adam Gorbمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

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

David Milsomمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Music Performance
• Violin
• Historical Violin Performing Practices
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr David Milsom is a Senior Lecturer in Music at the University of Huddersfield , specializing in performance practice and historical violin techniques. He coordinates classical performance studies and teaches both performance and musicology. University of Sheffield: BMus (1st Class), MMus, PhD His research focuses on 19th-century violin performing practices , including acoustic recordings analysis and annotated score studies. Recent projects explore Brahms and Franck violin sonatas through historically informed approaches. David leads the Historical Performance Research Group and collaborates on digital performance projects via the MMT YouTube channel. He co-founded the professional Brigantes Orchestra and period instrument group Four's Company . Scientific Awards Edison Fellowship (British Library, 2003) AHRC Fellowship (2006) He serves as external examiner for Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and Leeds Conservatoire, and actively supervises PhD students while integrating research into undergraduate teaching.

Stuart MacRaeمشاهده پروفایل

دانشگاهی

• Opera Composition
• Tonal Harmony
• Anthropocene Studies
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Stuart MacRae is a Senior Research Fellow and Lecturer in Composition at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's School of Music. He holds a PhD from the University of Edinburgh and has held prestigious roles such as BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Composer-in-Association (1999–2003) and Lammermuir Festival Composer in Association (2017–2019). His research focuses on operatic word-setting, tonal harmony, and artistic responses to the Anthropocene. Education: PhD, University of Edinburgh (2014) MMus, Guildhall School of Music and Drama (1997) BMus, University of Durham (1996) His research interests include operatic composition, reimagining tonal structures, and environmental themes. Notable works include the opera Anthropocene (2019), which toured internationally and won multiple awards, and Ghost Patrol (2013), honored with the South Bank Sky Arts Award. His music has been performed by leading ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and recorded by NMC and Delphian. Recent projects include collaborations with Louise Welsh and commissions for Scottish Opera. He has been awarded the Large Scale New Work Award (2020) and Creative Scotland Bursary (2014).

Simon Mawhinneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Computer-assisted composition
• Electronic Music
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Simon Mawhinney is a Professor in the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's University Belfast, specializing in composition with a focus on instrumental and electronic media. His work bridges complexist music, post-spectral harmonies, and cultural cantillation influences. Notable collaborations include projects with ensembles in Germany, France, and Iceland. He holds a Queen’s University Teaching Award (2012) and has pioneered modules on Messiaen’s music. His research explores new music performance, computer-assisted composition (using OpenMusic), and experimental technologies. Current roles include PhD supervision in composition, convening MA research methods modules, and undergraduate composition instruction. Key achievements include commissions from Ensemble Caput (Iceland) and Garth Knox/Quatuor Béla, resulting in works such as Marlacoo and a viola d’amore/string quartet piece premiered in Paris (2013). Recent projects involve recordings with pianist Mary Dullea and bass flutist Kolbeinn Bjarnason. His fingerprint research areas include labour studies in composition, technical performance practices, and avant-garde instrumentation. Over 35 compositions span decades, with 2016-2019 works emphasizing electronic integration and algorithmic processes. Awards include the AIC Composition Prize (2001) and Ann Driver Trust Award (2000). Professional service roles include Elected Member of the Academic Council since 2010 and Exams Liason Officer (2009-2011). Teaching: Undergraduate modules on Messiaen, Beethoven's late works, and composition techniques Research: Focus on postwar modernism, new musical technologies, and performance-based creation Public Engagement: Active in festivals, radio interviews, and international recitals

Jonathan Coleمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Music
• Experimental Composition
• Music-Theatre
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Professor Jonathan Cole is a composer, teacher, and conductor at the Royal College of Music (RCM), where he has taught since 2005 and served as Head of Composition since 2022. His work bridges experimental composition, music-theatre, and site-specific pieces, earning acclaim from the London Sinfonietta, which premiered three of his works and recorded Testament with Oliver Knussen. Born 1970, Cole studied under Simon Bainbridge, Malcolm Williamson, and Louis Andriessen 1997-2006: Works like Ouroboros II and Testament nominated for RPS Awards 2006: Shift toward Luigi Nono-inspired works, exploring score-performer dynamics and London's environmental sounds 2009-2013: Composer-in-association with London Contemporary Orchestra, premiering burburbabbar za (wordless opera) Co-founded re:sound collective in 2012 for unconventional venue performances Cole’s compositions, such as Lucier Clock (2021) and 50 Florentine Breaths (2016), emphasize spatialization, breath techniques, and the tension between structure and decay. His 2025 co-authored article Personal realities I examines artistic identity in conservatoires. Scientific Awards: Royal Philharmonic Composition Prize (1999) RCM Fellowship (2018) RPS Award Nominations for Ouroboros II and Testament Cole mentors research students like Daniel Musashi and has led educational grants such as the Leverhulme LPO Young Composers Scheme (2007-2012). He collaborates with ensembles including the London Sinfonietta, BBC Philharmonic, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

Ed Hughesمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Composition
• Music Technology
• Historical Music Studies
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Ed Hughes is a Professor of Composition in Music at the University of Sussex's School of Media, Arts and Humanities. His roles include Head of Music (2013-2018), Deputy Head of School, and Associate Dean for Education. He holds a BA from Cambridge University (1987-1990), an MPhil (Cambridge), and a PhD in Composition from Southampton (2000-2004). His research focuses on composition techniques, music technology, and interdisciplinary projects like Syncphonia, a notation system aiding ensemble performance. Notable works include operas like States of Innocence (2024) and orchestral pieces inspired by landscape, such as Music for the South Downs (2022). He has received grants from AHRC, Arts Council England, and the South Downs National Park Authority. Hughes has supervised numerous PhD students in composition and music technology. His awards include the British Composer Award (2014) and commissions from Brighton Festival and the Mahogany Opera Group. Collaborations with psychologists and educators highlight his commitment to music education and accessibility.

Jacob Shawمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Cello Performance
• Music Education
• Mental Health in Elite Classical Music Training
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jacob Shaw is Professor of Cello at the Royal Northern College of Music and Visiting International Chair of Cello at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. An internationally acclaimed British cellist with a career spanning nearly two decades across five continents, he has performed at major concert venues including Carnegie Hall, Berlin Konzerthaus, and Royal Albert Hall. Based in Denmark for over 15 years, he balances his academic roles with leadership of the innovative Scandinavian Cello School. Shaw's research interests focus on transformative approaches to music education, particularly through his groundbreaking work at the Scandinavian Cello School (SCS) , which he founded in 2016. His research spans three key areas: Biodiversity and Sustainability in Performing Arts (2022-2025), Mental Health within Elite Classical Music Training (2016-2024), and the MERITAcubed European partnership project (2025-2029). The SCS represents a holistic approach to music education that combines world-class training with mental wellness practices, sustainable living, and community engagement. His recent publications reveal a consistent focus on innovative approaches to cello performance and music education. The 2024 Strad article 'The Road to Vienna' and corresponding recording explore performance preparation, while the 2021 New York Times feature highlighted his unique 'Musical Farm' concept that went viral with 2.1 billion views. His work increasingly emphasizes the integration of sustainability practices, mental wellness, and community engagement within classical music training. His scientific recognition includes the Danish National Radio Firesoul Award for his mental health work in music education, along with numerous competition prizes during his performing career. Additional honors stem from the viral success of SCS, which has been featured in major global media outlets. Shaw has secured substantial research funding including support from the Danish Arts Council, Augustinus Foundation, W. Demant Foundation, Greenland Resources, and most significantly a €2.8 million grant from Creative Europe. His advisory work extends through SCS Consultancy, serving industry leaders like Deutsche Grammophon and business clients including Ernst & Young and McKinsey & Company. In 2022, he served as Director of Culture for the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stevns Klint. The Scandinavian Cello School operates from a historic 1800s farm near the UNESCO World Heritage site of Stevns Klint in Denmark, welcoming approximately 150 guests annually. The school has gained international recognition for its unique ethos that achieves a healthy work-life balance alongside world-class music training. Outreach concerts, outdoor experiences, and collective living form part of their philosophy to create more balanced and ultimately better musicians. The school has succeeded in bringing classical music to new audiences in untraditional surroundings, challenging and strengthening both international and Danish musical talents.

Lotta Wennäkoskiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Music
• Orchestration
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Lotta Wennäkoski, a Finnish composer born in 1970, is renowned for her transparent timbres and innovative orchestration techniques. Her work spans orchestral, chamber, and vocal genres, with commissions from prestigious institutions like the BBC and Savonlinna Opera Festival. Current Artist Professor (2022-2026) by The Arts Promotion Centre Finland. Gramophone Award winner (2023) for Sigla recording. Her compositions emphasize economy of means and originality, blending drive, energy, and humor. Recent works include violin concertos, string quartets, and a recorder concerto for Lucie Horsch, highlighting collaborations with global orchestras and soloists. Key trends in her compositions include exploration of Nordic themes, dynamic instrumental contrasts, and integration of ecological motifs in chamber works. The Gramophone Award-winning Sigla exemplifies her mastery in harp concerto writing. Scientific Awards: Finland’s State Prize of Music (2020) Gramophone Award 2023 (Contemporary Music Category) Lotta Wennäkoski maintains active international commissions, including collaborations with the Danish String Quartet, BBC Symphony Orchestra, and Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra. Her recordings with Ondine have further solidified her reputation as a leading contemporary composer.

• Contemporary Composition
• New Music
• Instrumental Techniques
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Dr. Eric Skytterholm Egan serves as Associate Professor of Composition in Durham University's Department of Music and holds an Associate Fellowship at the Institute of Advanced Study. An Irish-Norwegian composer based in northern England, Egan's creative practice centers on formal clarity through the synthesis of historical musical elements and innovative instrumental techniques, resulting in expansive textural palettes across diverse ensembles. Egan completed his PhD in Composition in May 2010 under Richard Rijnvos at Durham University. His scholarly trajectory demonstrates deep integration of academic research with practical composition, evidenced by extensive collaborations with leading international ensembles and performances at major venues including Konzerthaus Wien and Southbank Centre. Egan's research explores contemporary composition through dual lenses of historical synthesis and technical innovation. His work systematically investigates textural complexity, extended instrumental techniques, and formal architecture across solo, chamber, and orchestral contexts. Key thematic strands include political narratives (e.g., North Korea conflict studies), literary engagement (James Joyce), and environmental soundscapes (Arctic fieldwork), often manifested through experimental notation and spatialized performance practices. Recent publications reveal intensified focus on geopolitical themes and interdisciplinary collaboration. The 2025 Geohumanities journal article on Arctic soundscapes exemplifies his expansion into environmental fieldwork, while compositions like 'Conflict as Artefact' demonstrate sustained political engagement. His output increasingly integrates technology with acoustic performance, particularly through ensemble residencies exploring real-time sound processing and spatial audio techniques. Egan actively cultivates next-generation musicians through hands-on leadership of Durham's performance ecosystems. As producer of Ensemble 7Bridges and E7B SoundLab, director of student ensemble NAME, and curator of the annual KLANG festival, he creates vital platforms for emerging composers. These initiatives facilitate direct mentorship with professional ensembles like Arditti Quartet while connecting academic research with public performance at venues including Sage Gateshead and National Concert Hall Dublin. Through Ensemble 7Bridges' residency program and E7B SoundLab's experimental studio, Egan has established Durham as a hub for contemporary music innovation. These platforms enable collaborative development of new works with ensembles including Roentgen Connection and Cikada, while KLANG festival serves as the department's flagship public engagement vehicle, featuring premieres from international composers and student works alike. His leadership fosters a distinctive creative ecosystem bridging academic research, professional performance, and community outreach.

David Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Accompaniment
• 19th Century Music
• 20th Century Music
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David Jones is the Head of Accompaniment and a Lecturer in Piano at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM). He holds roles as Staff Pianist Co-ordinator, Junior RNCM Tutor, and academic supervisor. His career spans over 25 years, including a PhD on Jeffrey Lewis's music (2011) and extensive editorial work for Cathedral Press. He specializes in 19th-20th century French and British music, with a focus on accompaniment, mélodie, and opera coaching. Education: BMus (First Class Honours, University of Wales, Bangor), PGDip and MusM (RNCM). Research interests include music archiving, collaborative performance practices, and the works of overlooked composers like Jeffrey Lewis and Robin Stevens. He supervises PhD students on topics such as Arnold Cooke, Louise Farrenc, and Gabriel Pierné. Professional Activities: Pianist for Hallé Choir, founder of Altèri chamber choir, ABRSM examiner (2005-2019). Recordings: Over 10 albums featuring Lewis, Stevens, Bingham, and Williamson. Recent releases include Robin Stevens' Chasing Shadows (2023) and Blooms of Dublin (Anthony Burgess project, 2022). Current projects include archiving Jeffrey Lewis's manuscripts and preparing the Anthony Burgess Foundation's Joycean music collections. His teaching includes undergrad electives on French mélodie and 19th-century opera, alongside postgraduate accompaniment coaching.

Nicole Crespo O'Donoghueمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• 19th Century Music
• Violin Performance
• Music History
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Nicole Crespo O'Donoghue is a Doctoral Student at the Royal College of Music (RCM), researching Spanish violinist Pablo de Sarasate and 19th-century repertoire. She holds a Visiting Professorship at Virgo Fidelis and is Head of Strings at Westminster City School. Her studies, sponsored by the Ayuntamiento de Pamplona, include performing on Sarasate's own Vuillaume violin and producing a documentary for Strad magazine. She collaborates with institutions like the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford, and performs internationally. Education: Doctoral studies at RCM (since 2018) Her research bridges performance and musicology, focusing on Sarasate’s legacy. She explores historical concert programming and has published on his violin’s cultural significance. Nicole is a prize-winning violinist with performances at major UK venues like the Royal Albert Hall and international tours in Abu Dhabi, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Ireland. Her work includes a documentary on Sarasate’s violin and participation in exhibitions celebrating Antonio Stradivari. She is supervised by Ingrid Pearson, Richard Langham Smith, and Maiko Kawabata at RCM.

Park Stickneyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Jazz Music
• Harp Performance
• Cross-Genre Collaboration
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Park Stickney is a Visiting Professor of Jazz Harp at the Royal Academy of Music, specializing in cross-genre performance and education. He holds a Master of Music from The Juilliard School (1991) and a Bachelor of Music from the University of Arizona (1988). His career spans over three decades of international touring, collaboration, and pedagogy. Education: Juilliard School (MMus 1991), University of Arizona (BMus 1988) Research focuses on expanding the jazz harp's role in contemporary music, blending classical, rock, and world music traditions. His performances emphasize improvisation and electro-acoustic innovations. Notable collaborations include the Rüdiger Oppermann duo Harp Summit and the quartet Sixty-three Strings, dedicated to Django Reinhardt’s legacy. Teaching engagements include masterclasses at Berklee College of Music, Paris Conservatory, and institutions across Europe. He has released three influential CDs, blending solo work with guest collaborations in jazz and experimental contexts. Stickney’s global footprint includes residencies at festivals like Edinburgh Harp Festival, Umbria Jazz Festival, and World Harp Congresses. His pedagogical approach prioritizes technical mastery alongside creative exploration in diverse genres.

• Music Composition
• Sound Art
• Interdisciplinary Arts
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Tonia Ko is a Senior Lecturer in Composition at the Department of Music, Royal Holloway, University of London. She previously served as a Postdoctoral Researcher at the University of Chicago’s Center for Contemporary Composition (2018–2019) and as an Honorary Research Fellow at City, University of London (2019–2020). Her work bridges music composition with interdisciplinary practices, including sound art and visual installations. Education: B.M. (Eastman School of Music, 2010), M.M. (Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, 2012), D.M.A. (Cornell University, 2017). Her research explores experimental media, acoustic innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Notable projects include Breath, Contained , using bubble wrap as a musical and visual medium, supported by residencies at MASS MoCA and the MacDowell Colony. Her music has been performed globally at venues like Carnegie Hall, Walt Disney Concert Hall, and festivals such as Tanglewood and Aspen Music Festival. Awards include the 2018 Guggenheim Fellowship and the 2021 Serge Koussevitzky Commission. She has collaborated with institutions like the Perry Chiu Experimental Theatre and Periapsis Music & Dance, expanding her work beyond traditional concert settings. Grants and residencies include the Fromm Music Foundation, Chamber Music America, and the Kimmel Harding Nelson Center. Her creative output spans acoustic compositions, improvisations, and site-specific installations, reflecting a holistic approach to sound and visual artistry.

Richard Caustonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Contemporary Music Composition
• Political Themes in Art
• Interdisciplinary Art-Music Projects
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Professor Richard Causton is a leading contemporary composer at the University of Cambridge's Faculty of Music , where he also supervises PhD students. His work bridges political critique , mythological themes , and technical innovation in orchestral and chamber music. Studied at University of York , Royal College of Music , and Scuola Civica, Milan under Franco Donatoni Current projects include IRCAM Artistic Research Residency (2022-2023) developing Electro-Magnetically-Prepared Piano with Per Bloland His compositions explore: Temporal duality in works like Ik zeg: NU (2019) and If I Could Tell You (2024) William Blake's influence through pieces such as Twenty-Seven Heavens (2012) and Chamber Symphony (2010) Instrumental innovation including custom-built microtonal bells for The Persistence of Memory (1995) Recent article trends show: 15 compositions spanning 1992-2024 Focus on time perception (7 works), political allegory (5 works), and instrumental transformation (6 works) Emphasis on spatial sound design and live-recorded interplay Scientific recognition includes: 2006 Royal Philharmonic Society Award for Phoenix British Composer Award First Prize at International 'Nuove Sincronie' Competition 2019 International Rostrum Commendation for Ik zeg: NU Active grants and affiliations: IRCAM Artistic Research Residency (2022-2023) Sound Investment commissioning scheme (for Chamber Symphony ) 2012 London 2012 Cultural Olympiad participant Collaborations with BBC Symphony Orchestra , London Sinfonietta , and Britten Sinfonia