جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Hille Perlمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Early Music
• Classical Music Performance
• Baroque Music Interpretation
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Hille Perl is a passionate Professor of Viola da Gamba at the University of the Arts Bremen, specializing in early music performance and pedagogy. Her career spans decades of international concert tours with ensembles and as a soloist, notably collaborating with lutenist Lee Santana. She emphasizes teaching emotional expression and non-competitive collaboration among students. Her research focuses on bridging historical and contemporary musical practices through improvisation and interpretation. Notable achievements include three Echo Klassik Awards for her recordings of Baroque and early Classical repertoire. Her work explores 17th-century improvisational techniques, cross-cultural musical fusion, and the revival of neglected Viola da Gamba works. She has released acclaimed albums such as Doulce Memoire (2000), which won the Echo Prize, and TINTO (2003) with her trio Los Otros. Prof. Perl also organizes annual workshops like the International WinterAcademy of Early Music in Bremen, fostering global exchange among early music practitioners. Her teaching philosophy integrates historical performance practices with modern pedagogical approaches, encouraging students to embrace both technical mastery and artistic creativity.

Tamas Koltaiمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Operations Management
• Industrial Engineering
• Production Planning
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Tamas Koltai is a Professor at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics, affiliated with the Department of Management and Corporate Economics within the Faculty of Economic and Social Sciences. He holds a PhD in Industrial Engineering and is actively contributing to research in operations management, production planning, and industrial engineering. His research interests include: Operations Management Industrial Engineering Production Planning Assembly Line Balancing Human-Robot Collaboration Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) Supply Chain Management Learning Curves Flexible Manufacturing Systems Performance Evaluation His recent publications focus on applying mathematical programming models (MILP, CP), simulation, and DEA to optimize assembly lines, particularly under learning effects and human-robot collaboration. He explores workload distribution, cycle time optimization, and efficiency evaluation in both manufacturing and service sectors, including healthcare and business simulation games. His work bridges theoretical models with practical industrial applications, supporting managerial decision-making under uncertainty. While no specific scientific awards are listed, his extensive publication record (over 50 papers) and high citation count reflect significant academic impact. He frequently collaborates with researchers such as Imre Dimény, Noémi Kalló, Viola Gallina, and Rita Dénes. There is no public information on PhD students advised or grants received. His work does not mention specific labs or research teams, but his focus on applied operations research suggests strong industry collaboration potential.

Brigitta Barandunمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Music Education
• Didactics of Classical Violin
• Didactics of Classical Viola
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Brigitta Barandun is a Lecturer in the didactics of classical violin and viola, as well as music education, affiliated with the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna and actively teaching at Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK). She has been a faculty member since 2009, contributing significantly to music pedagogy and teacher training in Switzerland and beyond. Education: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, 2016 Violin Teaching Diploma, Zurich University of Music (ZHdK), 1987 Primary School Teaching Diploma, Teacher Training College Chur, 1980 Studied violin and chamber music at Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris (1987–1989) Her research and professional focus lies in music education and the didactics of string instruments, particularly classical violin and viola. She has developed extensive expertise in subject-specific teaching methodologies and has contributed to national and international discourse through symposia and educational events in Switzerland, Austria, Germany, and France. Her work bridges performance practice and pedagogical theory, emphasizing effective teaching strategies in classical music. Dr. Barandun has been actively involved in mentoring and music instruction through formal teaching roles and private lessons since 1989. She has served as a lecturer for SMPV and SAMP (Swiss music teacher associations) from 1998 to 2009 and continues to teach at the Küsnacht Music School since 2014. She also contributes as an examiner and expert in music competitions. She is a performing musician, currently a member of the Zurich Symphony Orchestra (ZSO) since 2015 and the string quartet 'A la Q'Art' since 1998. She has taught at the international chamber music course in Schiers, GR (2015–2019), and regularly presents at music education symposia.

Simone von Rahdenمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Chamber Music
• Classical Music Performance
• Historically Informed Performance Practice
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Simone von Rahden is a distinguished academic and musician, currently serving as a Professor of Chamber Music for Strings at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater Rostock (since October 2023). She holds a teaching position at the Hochschule für Musik 'Hanns Eisler' Berlin since 2014. Her career spans roles as a chamber musician, soloist, orchestral musician, and educator. She specializes in viola performance, historically informed performance practice, and early music. Education: Studied viola with Wolfram Christ at the Musikhochschule Freiburg and Tabea Zimmermann at the Hanns Eisler Berlin. Research interests include the communicative role of chamber music, period instrument performance (e.g., Mozart's string quintets), and pedagogical approaches to string instruments. She leads the Quartetto Bernardini, Ensemble Promena, and Spunicunifait, dedicated to early music exploration. Orchestral affiliations include the Lucerne Festival Orchestra, Orchestra Mozart Bologna, and the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment (2016–2021). As a soloist, she has performed with renowned orchestras such as the WDR Sinfonieorchester Cologne and the Swedish Chamber Orchestra. No scientific awards listed, but her contributions to music performance and education are widely recognized.

Martin Schaeferمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

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

Martin Schaefer is a Professor of Viola at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), where he specializes in training string musicians and chamber ensembles. He previously held positions as sub-principal viola with the Hallé Orchestra in Manchester and served as no. 3 and acting principal with BBC NOW. His career combines performance with education, drawing from extensive experience in major orchestras like Berliner Philharmoniker and London Symphony Orchestra. Born in Rees, Germany Studied at Robert Schumann Hochschule Düsseldorf and Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler Berlin Masterclass training with Wolfram Christ, Tabea Zimmermann, and Artemis Quartett Martin’s research focuses on advanced viola pedagogy, orchestral techniques, and chamber music dynamics. His work bridges performance excellence with educational innovation. Scientific Awards Jugend musiziert Prize Concertino Praga Prize Klassikpreis des WDR Max Reger Preis Karlsruhe

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

Hannah Frey is a Teaching Professor in the Department of Music at Washington University in St. Louis, specializing in violin and viola instruction. She holds a Bachelor of Music (BM) and Master of Music (MM) from the Cleveland Institute of Music. Her roles include teaching at Washington University, the Kirkwood Schools' Elementary Strings Program, and maintaining a private studio. Education: BM & MM from Cleveland Institute of Music Her research interests span music education, performance practices, and integrating technology into music instruction. She actively composes and improvises music for theater productions, such as OnSite Theatre’s The Runaway Cupcake and Shakespeare Festival St. Louis’ The Last Cupcake . As a performer, she is first violinist of the Perseid Quartet and a member of Third Millennium World’s Fair. She has performed with renowned ensembles including the Metropolitan Orchestra of St. Louis, St. Louis Symphony, and Winter Opera St. Louis. Her performances span venues in Europe, the Cayman Islands, and across the U.S., including hospital concerts in Phoenix. She contributes regularly to the American String Teacher Journal and American Music Teacher Journal , focusing on pedagogy and repertoire reviews. No notable scientific awards or grants are listed, though her work emphasizes collaborative performance and educational innovation.

Clifton Boydمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• 20th- and 21st-century American popular music
• critical race studies
• African-American culture
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Clifton Boyd is an Assistant Professor of Music at New York University, specializing in music theory, musicology, and critical race studies. His research explores racial identity and social justice in American popular music, particularly through his book project Racial Dissonance examining barbershop harmony's role in Jim Crow-era racial dynamics. He holds a Ph.D. from Yale University (2022) and has held fellowships including the Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Completion Fellowship. Education: Ph.D., Music Theory, Yale University (2022) M.M., Music Theory, Indiana University (2016) B.M., Viola Performance and Music Theory, University of Michigan (2014) Research Interests: Boyd’s work bridges music analysis with critical race theory, exploring topics like Black contributions to barbershop music, Italian postcolonial studies, and minimalist music. His current projects include studies on Black music in post-fascist Italy and reforming music theory curricula for inclusivity. Awards & Grants: 2023–25 Working Group Grant (Center for the Humanities, NYU) 2021 MPower Artist Grant (Sphinx Organization) 2020 Dena Epstein Award (Music Library Association) Service & Advocacy: Boyd co-founded Project Spectrum to advance diversity in music academia and currently chairs the Society for Music Theory’s Council. He co-convenes NYU’s Music Theory for Whom? working group to reimagine curricula. Labs/Teams: Involved in NYU’s Department of Music initiatives and interdisciplinary collaborations on Black-European cultural intersections.

Jane Starkmanمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Violin Performance
• Baroque Violin
• Viola
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Jane Starkman serves as Professor of Music and Senior Music Performance Faculty at Wellesley College, specializing in violin, baroque violin, and viola. She maintains concurrent teaching appointments at Oberlin College’s Baroque Performance Institute and Boston University, while frequently appearing as a guest clinician at institutions including the Massachusetts Suzuki Festival and New England Conservatory of Music. Her formal education comprises: Bachelor of Music from New England Conservatory of Music Master of Music from New England Conservatory of Music Professor Starkman’s performance expertise centers on historical string techniques, with emphasis on Baroque-era violin and viola interpretation. Her career spans transatlantic collaborations with premier early music ensembles, focusing on authentic performance practices of 17th-18th century repertoire through meticulous study of period instruments and stylistic conventions. No scientific awards are documented in the provided materials. As a founding member of The King’s Noyse and active performer with Handel and Haydn Society, Boston Baroque, and Smithsonian Chamber Players, she contributes significantly to early music preservation. Her pedagogical work extends to masterclasses at major festivals, though specific student mentorship details remain unlisted in available records. Key performance affiliations include Radio Orchestra Basel, Cologne Chamber Orchestra, Capella Clementina, and international ensembles across Italy and the Netherlands, demonstrating her established presence in both American and European early music circuits.

Ruth Gibsonمشاهده پروفایل

مربی

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

Ruth Gibson is a Tutor in Viola at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, where she provides instruction to viola students. She is also the founder and artistic director of the String Quartet Collective, currently in residence at the Royal College of Music in London. Her professional experience demonstrates extensive expertise in viola performance and chamber music. Her work spans traditional classical repertoire as well as innovative cross-genre collaborations with contemporary artists. Ruth Gibson has received several prestigious awards including the Park Lane Group Award (2015), and as a member of the Finzi Quartet, she was a Prize Winner of the 2010 Royal Over Seas League Competition and the 5th Trondheim International String Quartet Competition in Norway. As an educator, Ruth Gibson mentors viola students at the Royal Northern College of Music. Her performance career includes extensive international touring and collaborations with renowned musicians such as Barry Douglas, Nick Tyson, and Keaton Henson. She has performed as Principal Viola with Camerata Ireland and as a guest with Manchester Camerata, Aurora Orchestra, and City of London Sinfonia. Ruth Gibson maintains an active performance schedule with Ensemble 360, Scottish Ensemble, and Nash Ensemble, regularly appearing at major concert venues worldwide including Wigmore Hall, Het Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, and Berlin Konzerthaus.

• Performance Costume
• Fashion History
• Design History
• +۸ مورد دیگر

Dr. Emily Brayshaw is a Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Technology Sydney within the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building . Her work focuses on the visual culture of fashion and performance costume , with a particular interest in gender identities , sustainability , and costume design methodology from the 19th to 21st centuries . Research Interests: Performance Costume Fashion History (1890–1930) Knitting and Textile Practices Sustainability in Fashion Aesthetics (including Kitsch) Gender and Fashion Consumption World War I Studies Music Performance Dress Footwear Research Her publications explore topics like costume as psychological armor , Birkenstock's cultural impact , and vaudeville costumes . She has contributed to The Conversation and media commentary since 2020, reaching an audience of over 1 million. Emily also works as a costume designer for theatrical productions and as the principal viola of the Woollhara Philharmonic Orchestra.

Adam B. Levyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Optimization
• Variational Analysis
• Numerical Methods
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Adam B. Levy is the Viola Ward Brinning and Elbert Calhoun Brinning Professor of Mathematics at Bowdoin College, located in Brunswick, Maine. His research focuses on optimization, variational analysis, and numerical methods, with a particular interest in the convergence behavior of algorithms and the application of these theories to real-world problem-solving. He teaches advanced courses such as Multivariate Calculus and Optimization, emphasizing practical applications and computational methods. Levy holds a PhD from the University of Washington and a BA from Williams College. His work bridges theoretical foundations and practical implementations, as seen in his textbooks like "The Basics of Practical Optimization" and "Optimal Control: From Variations to Nanosatellites" , which integrate Python-based computational exercises. His research monographs explore topics such as basin entropy, reduce-or-retreat minimization frameworks, and the stability of solutions in nonlinear systems. Levy's publications span over three decades, addressing algorithmic design, convergence analysis, and sensitivity in optimization problems. His contributions include foundational studies on coderivatives, multifunction stability, and the application of variational principles to complex systems. While no specific awards are listed, his extensive publication record and academic roles highlight his significant contributions to the field of mathematical optimization.

Dirk Möllerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Physiotherapy
• Clinical Reasoning
• Biomechanics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dirk Möller is a Professor of Physiotherapy at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. He holds a PhD in Medicine (Dr. rer. medic) from the University of Osnabrück (2017-2019). His academic career includes roles as a state-certified physiotherapist (since 1997) and clinical practice experience in private clinics and rehabilitation centers until 2015. His research focuses on clinical reasoning, movement analysis in musicians, and sensor-based diagnostic tools. He leads the MotionLab for biomechanical and physiological assessments of performing artists. Education : Sport Science Degree from German Sport University Cologne (2003), Physiotherapy Training (1997). Teaching**: Courses in clinical reasoning, musculoskeletal therapy, and musician physiology across bachelor’s and master’s programs. Research Interests**: Musculoskeletal health of musicians Biomechanics of instrumental performance Sensor-based clinical assessment tools Rehabilitation strategies for professional performers Publications**: Over 30 peer-reviewed articles on topics including musician health, clinical electromyography, and rehabilitation protocols. Notable work includes validation of pain assessment tools for musicians and 3D motion analysis in violin/viola players. Awards**: 2018 Alice G. Brandfonbrener Young Investigator Award (PAMA) for research on muscle activity and musician injuries. Grants/Projects**: Leads the RefLabPerform initiative to develop reference laboratories for performing artists' health assessments. Collaborates with institutions like Noraxon and the University of Lübeck. Labs/Teams**: MotionLab at Osnabrück University for interdisciplinary biomechanical research.

John Paul Itoمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Theory
• Meter and Hypermeter
• Cognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

John Paul Ito is an Associate Professor of Music Theory and Director of Academic Studies at Carnegie Mellon University's School of Music. He holds a PhD in Music Theory from Columbia University, an MM in Viola Performance from Boston University, and an SB in Music from MIT. Research Interests: Ito's work focuses on meter/hypermeter, cognition, performance practice, and their connections to human movement science. His interdisciplinary approach integrates cognitive linguistics, theology, and empirical methods. Notable contributions include Focal Impulse Theory (Indiana University Press, 2021), which explores bodily expression in music. Awards: Recipient of the Mrs. H. K. Babcock Award for service during his tenure at Lawrence University. His research has been presented at venues like the Society for Music Theory, European Music Analysis Conference, and International Conference on Music Perception and Cognition. Teaching & Outreach: Develops initiatives on wellness in music education, including the Healthy Balance Statement and Wellness Wednesday videos. Active in music cognition research with collaborations in kinesiology and motor learning. Publications: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles across journals like Journal of Music Theory , Music Perception , and College Music Symposium , alongside edited volumes and book reviews.

• Orchestral Music
• Viola Performance
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Milan Radic is a Lecturer in Orchestra Training (Viola) at the Strings Department of the Mozarteum University. He has been teaching there since 2008 and is a member of the Mozarteum Quartet. As a violist, he has been a soloist with prominent orchestras across Europe and Japan, including the Mozarteumorchester Salzburg since 1998. His performances include works like Giya Kancheli's 'Vom Winde beweint' with the RSO Bratislava and Berlioz's 'Harold in Italien' with the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra. He also collaborates with the œnm - Österreichisches Ensemble für Neue Musik, focusing on contemporary music. Education Affiliations: Mozarteum University (current faculty). His research and performance interests span orchestral training, viola repertoire, and chamber music. He actively promotes Slovak musical heritage through solo performances in his native country. No specific grants or awards are listed, but his extensive performance history highlights his contributions to classical and contemporary music. He is involved with the Mozarteum Quartet and teaches within the School of Music & Art Education, emphasizing practical orchestral and instrumental training.

Muriel Garnet Razaviمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس ارشد

• Contemporary Music Studies
• Musicology
• Iranian Cultural Studies
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Muriel Garnet Razavi is a Senior Lecturer in Viola at the Mozarteum University's Strings Department in Salzburg, with an upcoming Professorial role at the Staatliche Hochschule für Musik Trossingen starting October 2023. She concurrently serves as Deputy Principal Viola of the MDR Symphony Orchestra Leipzig and mentors in the mentoringArts program at Leipzig University of Music and Theatre. Her research focuses on re-orientalism in works by Iranian female composers, conducted under Daniel Barenboim at Hamburg University of Music and Theatre. Awards include recognition for her performance of ancient eve is once again offering apples (2022 Dbü Competition) and victories in major international competitions. Razavi holds a Master of Music from the University of the Arts Berlin, a Bachelor’s in Near Eastern Studies (FU Berlin), and a Master’s in Religion and Culture (HU Berlin). She specializes in baroque viola performance with ensembles like the Balthasar Neumann Ensemble and Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. As a soloist, she collaborates with renowned artists such as Baiba Skride and performs globally with orchestras like the West Eastern Divan Orchestra and Anne-Sophie Mutter’s Virtuosi ensemble. She plays a custom viola by Patrick Robin and a historical-style baroque viola by Dorothea van der Woerd.