Earlier this week, the SMR Forum's pedagogy wing hosted a discussion of Samantha M. Inman's 2017 article "Teaching Analytic Writing in the Form Classroom" published in Music Theory Pedagogy Online. This session was one of a series of bi-weekly(-ish), pedagogy-focused reading groups organized by SMR Forum for this summer. Stay tuned for the next one of … Continue reading SMR Forum: Teaching Music-Analytic Writing
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Michael Schachter defends dissertations
Earlier this week, Michael Schachter successfully defended his dissertations. You read that correctly: as a Theory/Composition PhD, he had to write two dissertations. Please see below for titles and abstracts. Congratulations, Michael! * * * Vol. I: "The Black Clown" Abstract The Black Clown is a music-theatrical work scored for Bass-Baritone, mixed chorus, and orchestra. … Continue reading Michael Schachter defends dissertations
Elizabeth McLain speaks at Big Ten Academic Alliance Library Conference
On May 22, Elizabeth McLain shared her experiences as a student, teacher, and scholar at the Big Ten Academic Alliance Library Conference to advocate for equitable access for disabled library users. Together with Luke Kudryashov (PhD student in English and Women’s Studies, Master’s student at the School of Information), Sile O’Modhrain (Associate Professor in SMTD … Continue reading Elizabeth McLain speaks at Big Ten Academic Alliance Library Conference
Dissertation Writing Group, summer edition
The Dissertation Writing Group, one of the offerings of the SMR Forum, is already back in action! Participants are doing their usual chapter-writing, feedback-giving, warm-beverage–sipping, and mutual encouraging. Brace yourself for a stream of new dissertation chapters over the course of the summer!
James McNally accepts position at U of Illinois (Chicago)
James McNally recently accepted a post as a full-time Lecturer in the Department of Music at the University of Illinois at Chicago, with a possible additional affiliation with the Department of Latin American and Latino Studies. This fall he will be teaching courses in Latin American Music and US Popular Music, with a variety of … Continue reading James McNally accepts position at U of Illinois (Chicago)
Anne Heminger publishes in Early Music History
One of our freshly-minted PhDs, Anne Heminger, has an article in the most recent issue of Early Music History—and in line with the ecumenical spirit of SMR, it includes both music-theoretical and more conventional musicological themes. The article is entitled, "Music Theory at Work: The Eton Choirbook, Rhythmic Proportions and Musical Networks in Sixteenth-Century England" and … Continue reading Anne Heminger publishes in Early Music History
SMR year-end BBQ
Last weekend, SMR members celebrated the end of a semester and the conclusion of another productive year with its annual year-end barbecue. Delicious food and excellent company were in their usual ample supply, and while chilly and rainy weather forced the festivities indoors, there was also merriment. A refreshing and enjoyable summer to each!
James McNally presents research in Brazil
James McNally recently participated in two events in Brazil. In early April, he presented his research in São Paulo at the Sonologia International Conference on Sound Studies, hosted by the University of São Paulo. The conference lasted four days, with participants from countries across Europe, Australia, and the Americas. James’s presentation, “Sampling the City: Field … Continue reading James McNally presents research in Brazil
SMR end-of-year General Assembly
Last week, SMR members met for the traditional end-of-year General Assembly. We discussed successful past events, brainstormed ideas for future events, and nominated new officers for the 2019-2020 academic year (all while enjoying time with friends and a delicious lunch from Jerusalem Garden)!
Stephen Lett defends dissertation
Last Tuesday, Stephen Lett successfully defended his dissertation, entitled "The Psychedelic Listener: Theorizing Music in Therapeutic Practice," before a mesmerized and near-ecstatic audience. Congratulations, Stephen! Abstract: The Psychedelic Listener: Theorizing Music in Therapeutic Practice Since the advent of sound reproduction, new types of listener have emerged: a consumer-listener enters Muzak’s affective atmosphere and purchases more … Continue reading Stephen Lett defends dissertation
