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Music Research

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What is Music research at UCalgary?

Music research at UCalgary examines composition, music history and music’s role in society. Our researchers explore classical, jazz and world music traditions, blending creative practice with academic study. We aim to expand musical knowledge and foster connections between music, culture and innovation.

Edmond Agopian

Edmond Agopian

Areas of Research: Violin, Chamber music, Conducting, Arranging

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Allan Bell​

Allan Bell

Areas of Research: Composition, Canadian music

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Jeremy Brown

Jeremy Brown

Areas of Research: Classical and jazz saxophone, Improvisation, Chamber music, Conducting, Scholarly writing

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Jani Parsons

Jani Parsons

Areas of Research: Piano, Chamber music, Pedagogy

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Laurie Radford

Laurie Radford

Areas of Research: Composition, Electroacoustic music, Sonic Arts

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Rod T. Squance​

Rod Squance (division lead)

Area of Research: Percussion, Chamber music, World music

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Joelle Welling

Joelle Welling

Area of Research: Music Theory and analysis, Musicianship

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UCalgary Orchestra

Graduate students conference

Held each spring, this event brings grad students from across Canada and beyond together for two days of stimulating conversation and research-sharing.

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