جستجوی استاد راهنمای دانشگاهی

• Classical Music
• Orchestral Performance
• Chamber Music
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Tim Gibbs serves as the Double Bass Tutor at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama's Strings, Harp & Guitar department. He holds historical significance as the fourth Principal Double Bass in the Philharmonia Orchestra's history, appointed in 2015 under Esa-Pekka Salonen. Previously, he was Co-Principal Bass with the London Philharmonic Orchestra and has guest-performed internationally with ensembles like the Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa in Japan. Education: The first double bassist admitted to the Yehudi Menuhin School. Performance Highlights: Debut recital at Wigmore Hall (age 20), concerto performances across three continents, BBC Proms appearances, and collaborations with artists such as guitarist John Williams and trumpeter Alison Balsom. Chamber Music: Regular participation in SouthBank Centre's International Chamber Music Series and recordings with the Doric and Sacconi quartets. Broadcasts include Classical FM, BBC Radio 3, and BBC Digital Interactive. Notable roles include live performances at major UK festivals and leadership in orchestral settings. His teaching and performance career spans over two decades with a focus on classical instrumental excellence.

• Music Composition
• Contemporary Classical Music
• Orchestral Music
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Simon Holt is a Professor of Composition at the Royal College of Music (RCM), holding a Fellowship at the Royal Northern College of Music and University of Bolton. His career spans over four decades, marked by significant commissions from leading ensembles like the London Sinfonietta and BBC National Orchestra of Wales. Notable works include orchestral pieces like Morpheus Wakes (2014), chamber music such as the Nash Ensemble series, and concertos like a table of noises (2007). He has received multiple awards, including the British Composer Awards for orchestral works. Holt’s output blends lyrical expression with modernist techniques, often drawing on literary or mythological themes. Education: Foundation at Bolton Art College, followed by composition studies under Anthony Gilbert at the Royal Northern College of Music. His works span symphonic, chamber, and vocal genres, with a focus on innovative instrumentation and narrative-driven compositions. Recent highlights include his 60th birthday celebrations (2018), featuring premieres like an icicle of moon and 4th Quartet: Cloud House . Since 2016, he has self-published his compositions after a long association with Chester Music.

Zhang Manchinمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Classical Music Performance
• Viola Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Assoc Prof Zhang Manchin is an Associate Professor of Viola at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, National University of Singapore, and concurrently serves as Principal Viola of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Her career spans prestigious international roles, including Assistant Principal Viola of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) under Neeme Järvi. She is renowned for chamber music collaborations and performances with world-class conductors and soloists. Education: Shanghai Conservatory of Music (Performance Diploma in Viola, highest honours, 1990) Manhattan School of Music (Bachelor’s degree and professional studies under Emanuel Vardi, full scholarship) Research & Performance: Specializes in viola performance, chamber music ensemble techniques, and orchestral leadership. Active in masterclasses across China’s major conservatories (Shanghai, Xinghai, Sichuan, Wuhan). Her artistic contributions include residency at the Interlochen Center for the Arts and participation in the Blue Lake Chamber Music Festival. Awards: Primrose International Viola Competition Finalist (1991) 4th Prize, Portsmouth International String Quartet Competition (1988) 3rd Prize, Prague International Competition for String Quartet (1987) Advising & Leadership: Leads viola pedagogy at YST Conservatory and mentors young artists through masterclasses. Her career bridges academic teaching and professional orchestral practice, emphasizing cross-cultural collaborations.

Ang Chek Mengمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• Music Performance

Ang Chek Meng serves as Artist Faculty in Violin at the YST Conservatory, National University of Singapore, within the Strings Department. His educational background includes: Winner of the Singapore National Music Competition in 1985 and 1987. Recipient of a Singapore Symphony Orchestra Scholarship to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Trained under Jean Harvey, Erich Gruenberg, and members of the Amadeus Quartet. Graduated with honours and awarded the Countess of Munster Trust Scholarship. As a distinguished violinist, his primary research and performance interests lie in Violin Performance and Chamber Music . His career has been marked by a dedication to advancing the art of string performance through both solo and ensemble work. Notable awards and recognitions include: Singapore National Music Competition (1985) Singapore National Music Competition (1987) Countess of Munster Trust Scholarship Ang Chek Meng is a member of the renowned T'ang Quartet, with which he has performed at major international venues such as the Aspen Music Festival, Tanglewood Festival, Music Mountain Chamber Series, Melbourne Festival, and New Zealand Arts Festival.

• Jazz
• World Music
• Improvisation
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Uri Gurvich is a composer, saxophonist, and educator affiliated with The New School's College of Performing Arts, School of Jazz and Contemporary Music. He teaches courses such as JLES 1000: Jazz Lessons and JCTH 0121: Music Fundamentals . His work blends improvised jazz with global musical traditions from the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe, and South America. Notable collaborations include recordings with artists like Esperanza Spalding, John Zorn, and Dave Douglas. Research interests focus on cross-cultural musical fusion, improvisational techniques, and modern jazz expression. Gurvich’s albums The Storyteller , BabEl , and KINSHIP have garnered critical acclaim, with All Music Guide praising his work as a 'major new voice in jazz.' Current projects include a collaboration with the Bergamot String Quartet. Performance highlights include venues like the Village Vanguard and international festivals in the U.S., Europe, and South America. His interdisciplinary approach integrates classical training with contemporary creative experimentation.

Connor D'Nettoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار مدعو

• Contemporary Classical Music
• Electronic Music Composition
• Experimental Music
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Connor D'Netto is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the School of Music, University of Queensland. He holds a Master of Music from the Royal College of Music (London) and a Bachelor of Music (Honours, First-Class) from UQ. His work bridges contemporary classical music with electronic elements, creating immersive interdisciplinary experiences. Educations: Master of Music, Royal College of Music (London) - supported by Tait Trust Scholarship and multiple awards Bachelor of Music (Honours, First-Class), University of Queensland His research explores rhythmic complexity, electronic orchestration, and genre fusion. Notable projects include collaborations with Opera Queensland, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, and New York's Bang On A Can collective. D'Netto co-directs Dots+Loops, a post-genre arts initiative promoting artistic equity, and co-founded the Argo concert series. Recent accolades include the 2021 APRA AMCOS Professional Development Award and being named one of Australia's '21 Hottest Creative Artists'. His compositions like String Quartet No. 2 have become set works in international competitions. Grants & Fellowships: APRA Art Music Fund Award (2018) Brisbane City Council Fellowships (2016-2018) Tait Performing Arts Association Support As a performer, he blends hardware synthesisers with classical instruments, creating visceral soundscapes. Collaborations include We Are Breathing with cellist Ben Baker, toured across Australia's east coast.

Timothy Jonesمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Education
• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Timothy Jones is an Assistant Professor of Music at Wichita State University and Associate Concertmaster of the Wichita Symphony Orchestra. He holds a doctorate in Performance from the Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil) and has extensive experience in orchestral leadership and music education. His roles include teaching violin, directing chamber ensembles, and advocating for accessible music education in rural communities. Education: Doctorate in Violin Performance (Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul), Music Education degrees Research interests focus on integrating chamber music into pedagogy, Baroque performance traditions, and innovative educational programs like the Strings, Kansas! initiative. He has collaborated in cross-continental projects and performed rarely staged works in Brazil, such as Szymanowski’s Mythes . Teaching spans K-12 (Wichita Public Schools) and higher education (Azusa Pacific University, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul). He co-created educational programs centered on Shostakovich’s String Quartet No. 8 and led Baroque ensemble projects in Brazil. His non-traditional ensembles include the Broadview Experimental Improvisation Ensemble. Labs/Teams: Wichita Symphony Orchestra, Zeitgeist New Music Ensemble, Popular Institute of Art Education projects, and initiatives promoting music access for underserved youth.

Daniel Geeمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Choral Conducting
• Orchestral Conducting
• Composition
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Daniel Gee is an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choral Activities at Westmont College. He leads the Westmont College Choir and Chamber Singers, which perform internationally and collaborate with institutions like the Tokyo College of Music. He also serves as Music Director of the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony and has held roles with the Long Beach Symphony and Choral Arts Initiative. His compositions have been commissioned by ensembles in Santa Barbara and Los Angeles, with works published by Colla Voce Music and Walton Music. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts, University of Southern California Thornton School of Music Bachelor’s Degree in Music (with departmental honors in composition and philosophy), Westmont College (2013) Research/Artistic Focus: Gee’s work bridges choral and orchestral conducting with original compositions. He specializes in contemporary music performance and has premiered works like Agua Quemada (string quartet) and Cantata for the Restless (2024 Lilly Conference commission). His compositions often explore Spanish liturgical texts and interdisciplinary collaborations with visual art installations. Awards: In addition to teaching excellence awards, Gee received the Monroe Scholarship and was a Lilly Graduate Fellow. His compositions have been highlighted in events like Westmont’s Ember Trees art-music fusion. Advising/Grants: While formal advisee names are not listed, Gee mentors through ensemble direction and composition commissions. His grants include collaborations with the Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art. Labs/Teams: Oversees Westmont’s choral programs and directs the Santa Barbara Youth Symphony, fostering youth orchestra development.

Leslie Pernaمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Music Performance
• Chamber Music
• String Quartet Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Leslie Perna is a Professor of Viola and Chamber Music at the University of Missouri, serving as violist of the Esterhazy Quartet (ensemble-in-residence at MU) and the Concordia String Trio. She holds a Master of Music from Boston University and a Bachelor of Music from Baldwin-Wallace College Conservatory. Her career spans performance, teaching, and recording across three continents. Education: Bachelor of Music, Baldwin-Wallace College Conservatory Master of Music, Boston University Research interests include classical performance traditions, contemporary music commissioning, and interdisciplinary chamber music collaborations. She has performed with major orchestras, including the Yamagata Symphony Orchestra in Japan, and led chamber music programs in institutions across North America. Awards: Artaria Quartet recognized as one of ten leading young quartets by Banff International String Quartet Competition Selected for National Endowment for the Arts Rural Residency Program with Artaria Quartet Teaching and grants: Directed chamber music programs at Tanglewood Institute, University of Southern Maine, and Viterbo University Presented masterclasses at Florida State University, Boston Conservatory, and other institutions Labs/teams: Esterhazy Quartet (MU ensemble-in-residence) Concordia String Trio

Sheila Browneمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Viola Performance
• Chamber Music
• Music Pedagogy
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Sheila Browne serves as Associate Professor of Viola at Lynn University's Conservatory of Music and Adjunct Faculty in Instrumental Studies at Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance. An internationally acclaimed violist, she has performed across six continents in venues including Carnegie Hall, Concertgebouw, and Beijing's National Center for Performing Arts, with recordings on Sony, Nonesuch, and Bridge labels. Her educational background includes: Bachelor's degree from The Juilliard School as teaching assistant to Karen Tuttle Aufbau studies in Germany with Kim Kashkashian under DAAD scholarship Master of Music from Rice University with Karen Ritscher and Paul Katz Browne specializes in viola performance and chamber music, premiering concerti written for her while maintaining a holistic pedagogical approach. She directs the international January Karen Tuttle Viola Workshop and has conducted master classes at Juilliard, Eastman, and New England Conservatory. Her artistic philosophy emphasizes music's power to unite cultures globally. Notable honors include: William Primrose Recitalist designation (2016) German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) scholarship As an educator, Browne has mentored students now employed in major orchestras worldwide, with alumni attending top viola programs across the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Her teaching legacy extends through the Karen Tuttle Viola Workshop and faculty roles at institutions including Tianjin Juilliard School and National Youth Orchestra of Iraq. She is founding member of the Fire Pink Trio and former violist of the prize-winning Arianna String Quartet, with collaborations spanning the Guarneri, Juilliard, and Shanghai quartets. Current artistic leadership includes interim directorship of Techne Music and teaching at Green Mountain Chamber Music Festival.

Yue Sunمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dr. Yue Sun is an Assistant Professor of Music-Upper Strings at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF), joining the College of Liberal Arts in 2023. A renowned Chinese violinist, she is celebrated for her technical innovation and passionate performances, praised by media outlets such as SinoVision and Nanchang Daily. Her career spans solo recitals at global venues like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Shanghai Concert Hall, alongside orchestral roles with the Latin GRAMMY® Award Orchestra of the Americas and the Schleswig-Holstein Musik Festival Orchestra. Education: Doctorate of Music Arts, Stony Brook University (studied under Hagai Shaham, Philip Setzer, Jennifer Frautschi, Arnaud Sussmann) Master of Music, The Juilliard School (full scholarship, studied with Ida Kavafian) Bachelor's degrees in Psychology and Violin Performance, Bard College (full scholarship) Professional Affiliations: Member of DEKA String Quartet, mentored by the Emerson String Quartet and David Finckel Artist-in-Residence, SUNY Rockefeller Institute of Government (2019–2020) Violinist, Colorado Symphony Orchestra (since 2019) Research & Creativity: Sun focuses on violin performance, chamber music, and cross-cultural musical expression. She released the album Passion (2017), featuring 8 premieres of Chinese solo violin works, distributed globally via Shanghai Music House and Skillman Music. Her work bridges traditional Chinese compositions with classical techniques, reflecting her dual expertise in Eastern and Western musical traditions. Teaching & Outreach: As an educator, Sun emphasizes technical mastery and artistic interpretation. Her pedagogical approach is informed by her interdisciplinary background in psychology, which she integrates into performance training to enhance emotional expression and audience engagement.

Kofi Agawuمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music analysis
• Musical semiotics
• African music
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Kofi Agawu is a Faculty Distinguished Professor in the Music Department at the Graduate Center, City University of New York (CUNY). Born in Ghana, he received his initial education in his home country before studying composition and analysis in the UK and pursuing musicology in the US, where he earned his PhD from Stanford University. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Institute of African Studies at the University of Ghana, Legon. Agawu's research focuses on analytical issues in selected repertoires of Western Europe and West Africa, with particular emphasis on music analysis, musical semiotics, African music, and postcolonial theory. His scholarly work bridges Western musicological traditions and African musical practices, challenging conventional analytical frameworks while developing new approaches that respect cultural specificity. He has authored five influential monographs including The African Imagination in Music (2016), which won the Kwabena Nketia Book Prize and was later translated into French, and Music as Discourse: Semiotic Adventures in Romantic Music (2009). His recent publications demonstrate continued engagement with critical issues in musicology, particularly examining the intersections of Western analytical frameworks with African musical traditions. Agawu's work frequently addresses postcolonial perspectives on music analysis, challenging Eurocentric approaches while developing culturally sensitive analytical methodologies. His scholarship reveals a consistent trajectory of interrogating the relationship between music theory and cultural context. Guggenheim Fellowship Dent Medal Frank Llewellyn Harrison Medal Howard T. Behrman Award from Princeton University Kwabena Nketia Book Prize Académie Charles Cros Award Young Scholar Award from the Society for Music Theory Agawu has served on the editorial boards of leading journals in musicology, music theory, African studies, and ethnomusicology. He has held significant visiting positions including Music Theorist in Residence for the Dutch-Flemish Music Theory Society (2008-09) and George Eastman Visiting Professor at Oxford University (2012-13). As a Corresponding Fellow of the British Academy, Fellow of the Ghana Academy of Arts and Sciences, and Honorary Member of the Royal Musical Association, he maintains strong international academic connections that inform his cross-cultural scholarship.

Igor Veliganمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

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

Igor Veligan is an Assistant Professor of Practice at the Conservatory of Music, University of the Pacific. He performs with ensembles such as the L'Estro Armonico String Quartet and Arlekin String Quartet, and holds leadership roles in orchestras including the San Francisco Choral Society Orchestra (concertmaster) and the Reno Philharmonic Orchestra (principal viola). He also teaches violin, viola, and chamber music at the University of the Pacific and American River College in Sacramento. Education: MA in Violin Performance and Chamber Music, Odessa State Conservatory Research & Performance Interests: Specializes in classical string performance, chamber ensemble dynamics, and pedagogy. Active in orchestral leadership roles and collaborative music projects across California. Performance Groups: Violist, Chamber Music Society of Sacramento Member, Monterey Symphony Recent concertmaster, Sacramento Philharmonic Teaching Experience: Taught at Ukraine’s School for the Performing Arts and currently instructs at American River College.

Igor Fedotovمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Viola Performance
• Chamber Music
• Russian Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Igor Fedotov is a Professor of Music at Western Michigan University's Irving S. Gilmore School of Music, specializing in viola performance and chamber music. He holds a Master of Music (M.M.) from Azerbaijan State Conservatory and a Bachelor of Music (B.M.) from Azerbaijan State Musical College. His research focuses on 20th-century Russian viola music, supported by a Fulbright Scholar Award in 2006, resulting in a NAXOS recording released in 2010. Fedotov has performed internationally, including solo recitals at the International Viola Congresses (1996–2000), the 2005 International Bass Convention, and collaborations with renowned artists like Anner Bylsma, Ivan Monighetti, and the Amadeus Quartet. He has participated in festivals such as the Académies Internationales du Grand Nancy, Musiques en Mer, and Musikdagar, and served on the Board of Directors for the Stulberg International String Competition from 2000 to 2008. His teaching roles include coordinating string chamber music and mentoring students at Western Michigan University. His discography features recordings of Soviet Russian viola music, highlighting underrepresented composers like Vladimir Kryukov and Sergei Vasilenko.

Jovan Bogosavljevićمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Classical Music Performance
• Violin Pedagogy
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jovan Bogosavljević is an Associate Professor of Violin at the Faculty of Arts, University of Niš. He holds a Master's degree from the Faculty of Music Arts in Belgrade and the Royal Conservatory in Brussels. His career spans performances with renowned orchestras and conductors across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, including collaborations with the European Quartet 'Basiona Amorosa' and the quintet 'Beltango'. Notable performances include soloist roles with the National Pekin Symphony Orchestra in China, the Niš Symphony Orchestra, and the Bulgarian National Symphony Orchestra. He has participated in prestigious festivals such as the LEDAMUS Festival in Serbia and the Planetarni Festival Apolonia in Bulgaria. Bogosavljević is an active educator, conducting masterclasses in Mostar, Lipovac, and Tuzla, focusing on violin and chamber music techniques. His research interests center on violin performance, classical repertoire interpretation, and pedagogical methods in string instruments. Recipient of major awards, he has been recognized for his contributions to music education and performance, including the 'Best Young Artist' award (2006) and 'Best Performer' distinction (2012).