جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Mara Gibsonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Composition
• Cross-disciplinary Collaboration
• Contemporary Classical Music
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Mara Gibson is an Associate Professor of Composition at Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Music, where she serves as area coordinator with tenure. Originally from Charlottesville, VA, Dr. Gibson completed her Ph.D. at SUNY Buffalo after graduating from Bennington College. She has also studied at London College of Music, L'École des Beaux-Arts in Fontainebleau, France, and the International Music Institute at Darmstadt, Germany. Dr. Gibson's creative work spans contemporary composition with emphasis on cross-disciplinary collaborations. Her music has been described as "shocking, gripping and thought-provoking... conjuring a flurry of emotions" (PARMA Recordings). She is a regular collaborator with choreographers, visual artists, writers, and filmmakers, with notable projects including the ArtSounds initiative which ran for 11 years at UMKC. Her recent compositions demonstrate consistent innovation in technique and interdisciplinary approaches. Works like Escher Keys (2021), a bassoon concerto inspired by M.C. Escher, and Galetea's Dream (2021/23), a staged song cycle, showcase her ability to merge visual art concepts with musical expression. Her compositions often draw inspiration from poetry, visual arts, and natural phenomena, resulting in works that are both technically sophisticated and emotionally resonant. Dr. Gibson has received numerous prestigious awards including: LSU Provost Fund for Innovation in Research ($7,500 for "The Devil's Dream" opera, 2024) GRAMMY nomination eligibility for "Unseen World" album (2024) ATLAS grant through Louisiana Board of Regents ($32,000 for bassoon concerto project, 2021) MacDowell Colony Fellowship (2016) Virginia Center for the Arts residency (2015) Yale University Distinguished Music Educator Award (2015) As an educator, Dr. Gibson has significantly expanded the composition program at LSU, more than doubling its size since her arrival. She founded the Constantinides New Music Ensemble, which debuted at Carnegie Hall in April 2022. Previously, at UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance, she coordinated undergraduate composition and tripled enrollment in the program. She is currently working on her first opera, "The Devil's Dream," based on Lee Smith's novel and inspired by the country music powerhouse Carter family.

Marc Benamouمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Ethnomusicology
• Javanese Gamelan Music
• Peruvian Music
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Marc Benamou is a Professor of Music and Director of the Javanese gamelan ensemble at Earlham College, located in Richmond, Indiana. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of Michigan, alongside degrees from Oberlin College and Université de Paris X. His research focuses on ethnomusicology, with primary specialization in Javanese gamelan music and Peruvian saxophone orchestras. He has conducted fieldwork in Indonesia, Peru, and France, and his work explores aesthetics, musical meaning, and cross-cultural comparisons. Recent projects include a National Endowment for the Humanities-funded initiative to transcribe and analyze Javanese gamelan lyrics from cassette recordings. Benamou’s teaching emphasizes global musical traditions beyond the Western canon, including courses on African, Japanese, and South American musics. He speaks French, Indonesian, and Spanish fluently, and has presented his research internationally in countries like Argentina, Italy, and Israel. His interdisciplinary interests span music and food, gender studies in music, and the intersection of musicology and linguistics. He has collaborated with institutions such as the Institut Seni Indonesia in Surakarta and participated in faculty research initiatives in Japan and the U.S. Benamou’s career combines academic rigor with artistic practice, having performed as a singer of Javanese music and a classical trumpet player. His dedication to Earlham’s liberal arts mission is evident in his emphasis on student-centered learning and fostering cross-cultural connections among students. He has mentored students like Yasmine Lee and Tinisha Newland in research on African-American classical musicians, blending scholarly inquiry with community engagement.

• Jazz Performance
• Trumpet Technique
• Contemporary Music Fusion
• +۳ مورد دیگر

John Raymond serves as Associate Professor of Music in Jazz Studies: Trumpet at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. A Grammy-nominated trumpeter, he is celebrated for expanding jazz boundaries by integrating indie rock, folk, and electronic influences, earning acclaim from The New York Times , NPR, and DownBeat . His artistic research focuses on contemporary jazz performance, trumpet technique, and cross-genre composition. Raymond has released nine solo albums and four with his trio Real Feels, reimagining works by artists such as Bob Dylan and Thom Yorke while blending lush pop and atmospheric electronics. His book The Jazz Trumpet Routine (2020) has sold over 900 copies, establishing new pedagogical approaches for creative improvisation. Raymond's major honors include: Grammy Nominee (as a leader) Grammy Nominee (as a sideman on four albums) As an educator, Raymond hosts the podcast The Trumpet Summit featuring interviews with master trumpeters including Tom Harrell and Sean Jones. He actively engages students globally through YouTube tutorials, social media content, and presentations at the Jazz Education Network conference, while publishing in JAZZed , DownBeat , and the International Trumpet Guild Journal .

Jan Bangمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Electronic Music
• Jazz Studies
• Live Sampling
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Jan Bang serves as Professor in the Department of Rhythmic Music at the University of Agder (UiA), Norway, with office K2022 at Universitetsveien 25, Kristiansand. A prominent Norwegian composer, musician, and producer of international standing, he co-founded and directs the Punkt Festival with Erik Honoré since 2005. The festival's live sampling concept has been presented in 25 cities globally including London Jazz Festival, Paris' Banlieues Bleues, and San Sebastian Jazz Festival. His primary research interests focus on Electronic Music, Jazz Studies, Live Sampling, and Music Production. Bang explores real-time remix methodologies, the intersection of silence and sound, and political dimensions of art. His work emphasizes technological innovation in performance contexts while maintaining strong ties to Norwegian and global jazz traditions through collaborative improvisation and cross-genre experimentation. Recent publications (2023-2025) reveal concentrated activity in live electronic performance documentation, festival curation, and artistic responses to global conflicts. Collaborations with Ensemble Modern and Eivind Aarset dominate output, alongside politically engaged commentary like his 2025 La Stampa piece on Gaza. Themes consistently address latency as creative material, cultural memory in sound, and the role of electronic processing in contemporary music ecosystems. Bang conducts international masterclasses (Barcelona, Rome) but no formal graduate students or specific grant projects are documented in the source text. His advising appears practice-based through festival workshops and performance collaborations rather than traditional academic supervision. He co-founded the Punkt Festival as a primary creative platform, operating as both artistic director and research vehicle. Additionally affiliated with UiA's Electronic Music and Songwriting and Production research groups, his work integrates festival operations with academic inquiry through projects like Stillefeldt vs Punkt (with Birmingham City University) and Global Jazz Studies networks.

Carlos Guedesمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Composition
• Sound Design
• Computational Music
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Carlos Guedes is Associate Professor of Music at New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) , affiliated with the Arts and Humanities division and the Music department. He also holds affiliated positions as Associate Professor in Computer Engineering at NYUAD and in Music Technology at NYU Steinhardt, reflecting his interdisciplinary profile. University: New York University Abu Dhabi School: Arts and Humanities Department: Music Rank: Associate Professor Emails: cag204@nyu.edu, menosmuitomais@gmail.com He holds a BM from the Polytechnic of Porto, School of Music and Performing Arts, and an MA and PhD from New York University. His research and artistic work span music composition, sound design, computational music, and cultural preservation, with a focus on the Gulf, East Africa, and South India. His primary research interests include: Analysis and preservation of music Automatic music generation Interactive music systems Generative computational technologies Audiovisual ethnography Immersive experiences and VR in music He is a founding member of the Music and Sound Cultures (MaSC) research group at NYUAD, which develops hybrid computational-humanistic methodologies and tools such as VR environments and games for cultural enculturation. His recent projects include a faculty research grant from the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation to document the musical traditions of the Shihuh tribe in Ras Al Khaimah. As a composer, Guedes has over 80 international premieres, with work presented at major venues and festivals including Expo ’98, Expo 2020, Ars Electronica, ICMC, SIGGRAPH, and the Beijing Modern Music Festival. His compositions often blend industrial, carnatic, and Western erudite traditions with computational technologies. Notable recent works include the Time Poetries cycle for percussion and electronics, composed during his 2021–2022 residency with Drumming GP . His recent artistic output shows a strong trend toward electronic and computational music, with themes exploring space, time, cultural identity, and human-machine interaction. Albums such as Shadows & Reflections (2021) and Becoming Space (2021) reflect collaborative, improvisatory, and ambient tendencies, while pieces like Phobia robotica (2020) and Far Out (ISS Edition) (2024) explore robotic and cosmic themes. He has been actively involved in teaching a wide range of courses across disciplines, including: Music: Music Theory, Individual Instruction, Capstone Seminars, Computational Approaches to Music Computer Science: Capstone Project in CS Interdisciplinary: Immersive Experiences, Multidisciplinary Artistic Collaborations, Audiovisual Ethnography He mentors students in music capstone projects and computational media, and co-advises research in hybrid artistic-technical domains. He leads and participates in research labs and teams such as: Music and Sound Cultures (MaSC) Research Group – focused on computational ethnomusicology and cultural preservation Immersive Experiences Lab – exploring VR, AR, and sensory technologies in artistic contexts Interactive Media and Sound Computing – developing new instruments and performance systems

• Brass Performance
• Trumpet Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Fountain is a Trumpet Professor at the Royal College of Music , Principal Trumpet of the London Symphony Orchestra , and a member of the acclaimed brass ensemble Septura and the innovative Neoteric Ensemble . His career spans orchestral performance, chamber music, and studio recordings. Principal Cornet: National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain, GUS Brass Band, Grimethorpe Colliery Brass Band (from age 17) Principal Trumpet: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (2015–2021), London Philharmonic Orchestra (before 2021), London Symphony Orchestra (2021–) James Fountain's research and teaching interests focus on brass performance techniques, historical brass traditions, and contemporary ensemble practices. As a studio musician, he has collaborated with composers like Danny Elfman and Hans Zimmer on film, video game, and TV soundtracks. He studied at Guildhall School of Music and Drama (BMus) and grew up immersed in brass band culture, starting cornet at age 3. Performance affiliations: Septura (brass ensemble) Neoteric Ensemble (innovative new music group)

• Jazz Trumpet
• Classical Trumpet
• Studio Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Martin Shaw serves as a Professor of Jazz Trumpet (second or related study only) in the Brass Department at the Royal College of Music. He holds GRSM and LRAM credentials from his foundational training. His research and performance interests center on jazz trumpet technique, classical crossover performance, and studio musicianship. Shaw maintains active engagement in both jazz and classical performance spheres, bridging academic instruction with professional practice. Shaw's career demonstrates significant industry integration through extensive performance work rather than traditional academic publications. His professional trajectory emphasizes practical artistry over scholarly output. As an educator, Shaw advises students in jazz trumpet performance while maintaining his own active performance schedule. His industry connections provide students with direct access to professional networks in both jazz and commercial music sectors. Shaw operates within the RCM's Brass Department infrastructure, leveraging the institution's performance facilities and industry partnerships for both teaching and professional engagements.

Celeste Cantor-Stephensمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Ethnomusicology
• Social and Political Musicology
• Improvisation
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Celeste Cantor-Stephens is a Lecturer in Music at Bath Spa University and Senior Lecturer at BIMM Bristol, specializing in trumpet performance, free improvisation, and interdisciplinary art. Her work bridges creative practice with research on human displacement, borders, and music’s socio-political roles. Education BA (Hons), University of Sheffield MSt, University of Oxford MPhil, University of Cambridge Celeste’s research examines how music functions in contexts of migration and social justice, particularly in border camps and displaced communities. She integrates ethnomusicology, social/political musicology, and community music practices into her academic and artistic projects. Her recent publications explore themes like sonic rebellions, institutional abuse in Calais, and music’s role in displaced communities. These works emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, sound studies, and the intersection of art with activism.

Igor Cecochoمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Trumpet Performance
• Baroque Music
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Igor Cecocho is a Polish Professor of Musical Arts and a renowned trumpet soloist. He holds teaching positions at the Academy of Music in Wrocław (since 1990) and the Academy of Music in Łódź (since 2006). He received his doctorate from the Belarusian Academy of Music and was awarded the academic title of Professor of Musical Arts by the President of Poland in 2002. Research & Performance: Cecocho is a pioneer in natural trumpet performance in Poland. His career spans collaborations with major orchestras including Sinfonia Varsovia, Wrocław Philharmonic, and international ensembles in Croatia, Bulgaria, Mongolia, and Ukraine. He has recorded over 30 albums focusing on 18th-19th century music and contemporary premieres, including the acclaimed CD MONARCA DELLA TROMBA with the Wrocław Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra. Education & Teaching: A graduate of the Belarusian Academy of Music under Professor N. Volkov, he has supervised over 70 students, many of whom are competition winners. He founded the Wratislavia Trumpet Consort, a youth ensemble featuring his students.

Joseph D. Van Riperمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Music History
• Music Performance
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Joseph D. Van Riper is a Professor of Music and Chair of the Music Department at Principia College. He joined the faculty in 2010, specializing in conducting, American popular music, musical theatre, musicianship, and applied trumpet lessons. He directs the College orchestra, choir, jazz ensemble, and chamber ensembles. Van Riper is an active performer on trumpet and piano in traditional jazz ensembles in St. Louis and serves as a substitute organist for the St. Louis Blues. Education: DMA in Instrumental and Choral Conducting (George Mason University), MM (Boston University and Illinois State University), BA (Principia College). His research focuses on turn-of-the-century mechanical music, including his dissertation, The Reproducing Piano: A Portrait of the Artist , which examines the historical impact of reproducing pianos on performance practices. He co-directed a 2016–2017 Principia abroad program in Vienna, Prague, and Paris, emphasizing music studies. Awards include recognition from the U.S. Air Force Band and Army Band, along with academic fellowships. Professional Affiliations: Phi Mu Alpha, College Orchestra Directors Association, National Band Association. Van Riper values Principia’s focus on character education and enjoys mentoring students through ensembles and classroom teaching, highlighting their creativity and humor.

J.D. Chaissonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مدعو

• Jazz Performance
• Trumpet Performance
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

J.D. Chaisson is an Adjunct Professor of Trumpet Performance at the Mary Pappert School of Music, Duquesne University. A Pittsburgh-based professional trumpet player, he holds both a Bachelor of Music (B.M.) and Master of Music (M.M.) in trumpet performance from Duquesne University. His career includes extensive touring with notable artists such as Ariana Grande, Jason Mraz, and the New Orleans-based funk band Dumpstaphunk, as well as performances at major festivals like the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and Electric Forest Music Festival. Education: B.M. and M.M. in Trumpet Performance (Duquesne University) Chaisson’s primary focus is on jazz and contemporary music performance. He is the lead trumpet player for the Pittsburgh Jazz Orchestra and a sought-after session musician in western Pennsylvania. His teaching emphasizes brass techniques and performance excellence. Though no specific grants or awards are listed, his professional affiliations highlight his prominence in the regional music scene, including guest artist roles at Duquesne and Slippery Rock University.

• Ethnomusicology
• Musicology
• Alpine Music Traditions
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Yannick Wey is a Lecturer at the Competence Center for Music Education Research (CC MER) within the Lucerne School of Music at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). His roles include academic teaching, research coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration in musicology and ethnomusicology. He holds a PhD from the University of Innsbruck, an MA and BA in Trumpet Performance from Zurich University of the Arts, and has conducted extensive research on Alpine music traditions. Education: PhD in Musicology, University of Innsbruck (2019) MA and BA in Trumpet Performance, Zurich University of the Arts His research focuses on Swiss folk music traditions , including yodeling, alphorn performance, and the cultural history of instruments like the Büchel. He examines musical transcription practices, cognitive aspects of folk music learning, and the intersection of music education with digitalization. Current projects explore Amazonian sound collaboration, KI applications in Alpine music, and safeguarding musical heritage archives. Notable contributions include studies on alphorn tonal reconstruction, dulcimer cultural development, and machine learning classification of yodel styles. His work appears in journals like Music & Science , Journal of Music Research Online , and Anthropos . Awards: SEMPRE 50th Anniversary Commemorative Collection recognition (2022) Nominated for Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik (2022) He actively organizes academic events like the Performing, Engaging, Knowing conference and chairs the ICTM Study Group on Multipart Music. His research integrates fieldwork, archival studies, and cross-cultural analysis to preserve and reinterpret Alpine musical heritage.

Dean P Sorensonمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Jazz Studies
• Classical Music
• Brass Instruments
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Dean P Sorenson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Music at the University of Minnesota (Twin Cities). His academic focus spans jazz studies, classical music, and brass instrumentation. Academic Rank: Associate Professor Institution: University of Minnesota Department: Music Research interests include jazz ensemble pedagogy, orchestral conducting, brass instrument techniques, and genre fusion in musical performance. His work emphasizes practical strategies for recruitment and rehearsal in beginning jazz ensembles. From 1998 to 2011, Sorenson authored publications reflecting his expertise in big band arrangements, trumpet performance, and collaborative music projects. His research fingerprint highlights heavy emphasis on Brass, Trumpet, and Jazz disciplines.

Jeff Castleمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Trumpet Performance
• Brass Ensembles
• Music Education
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Jeff Castle serves as a Lecturer in Trumpet at the Department of Music within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA), where he contributes to music education and performance training. He maintains an active profile as a freelance musician throughout Central Texas. His academic credentials include: Bachelor of Music in Music Education/Trumpet Performance from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst Master of Music in Trumpet Performance from William Marsh Rice University Castle's professional expertise centers on trumpet performance across diverse settings including military bands, orchestral work, and brass ensemble direction. His career spans significant service in United States Air Force Bands—The Air Force Band in Washington D.C., Band of the Pacific-Alaska, and Band of the West at Lackland AFB—complemented by ongoing performances as an extra/substitute musician with the San Antonio Symphony. His pedagogical approach integrates performance practice with educational outreach. As co-founder and director of Castle Brass, he leads a specialized brass ensemble dedicated to performance excellence and community engagement in Central Texas. This initiative serves as both a creative outlet and educational platform for brass musicians in the region.

Qin Huang-Zimmermannمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Music Sociology
• Cultural Institutions Studies
• Conducting
• +۹ مورد دیگر

Qin Huang-Zimmermann is a music educator and researcher currently serving as a research supervisor at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023. They also teach aural training, repertoire studies, and practical arranging at the Friedrich Gulda School of Music since 2022, and have been involved in music education at the Vienna Education Directorate's Laimäckergasse primary school since 2013. Their educational background includes: Doctoral studies in Music Sociology with Prof. Huber (MDW) and Cultural Institutions Studies with Prof. Lisa Gaupp (IKM of the MDW) since 2022 German as a Second Language in Primary School (PH Vienna) 2020-2021 Conducting and orchestral conducting with Prof. Lajović and choir conducting with Prof. Ortner (MDW) 2008-2011 Media Composition and Applied Music (with distinction) with Prof. Sattler, Prof. Karger and Prof. Mühlbacher (MDW) 2006-2010 IGP Piano Classical with Prof. Trachsel and Prof. Aumaier (MDW) 2005-2008 Composition and music theory with Prof. Schermann (MDW) 2004-2006 Qin Huang-Zimmermann's research interests span Music Sociology, Cultural Institutions Studies, Media Composition, and Applied Music. Their work bridges traditional music education with contemporary composition techniques, focusing on both practical performance aspects and theoretical frameworks. They have conducted international masterclasses for choirs in Brazil, Bulgaria, Turkey and China since 2008, demonstrating a global perspective on music education and performance. Analysis of their publications reveals a focus on contemporary classical composition with an emphasis on extended techniques. Their works 'Hypnose II' (2016) for 3 trumpets and 'Hypnosis' (2015) for clarinet solo showcase innovative approaches to instrumental composition within the contemporary classical tradition, exploring new sonic possibilities and performance techniques. Their notable achievements include: Very good rating at the Vienna Youth Singing 2023 with Superlaimis (Superar Children's Choir of the Laimäckergasse Elementary School) Silver (Mixed Choir Group) at the 29th Franz Schubert Choir Competition and Festival – VIECC (Vienna International Exchange Chamber Choir) 2nd place at 'Radio Play 09' short radio play competition Linz – Industry for Voice and Electronics As an educator, Qin Huang-Zimmermann has supervised research projects at Jam Music Lab Private University since 2023 and has been mentoring through the 'Superar' association since 2013, including choir direction and summer courses. Their teaching spans multiple institutions and contexts, from primary school music education to doctoral-level supervision, reflecting a commitment to music education at all levels. With language skills in German (C1), English (B2), and Chinese (native speaker), Qin Huang-Zimmermann brings a multicultural perspective to their work in music education and composition, supporting their international collaborations and cross-cultural understanding in music.