Mary Hope Simoni
Business:
2231A Moore Bldg.
School of Music, Theatre & Dance
University of Michigan e-mail:
msimoni@umich.edu
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2085 phone:
(734) 936-0425
Education:
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Ph.D. Music Theory. 1983
Dissertation: The
Computer Analysis of Atonal Music: An Application Program Using Set Theory
M.Mus. Music Composition. 1981
Thesis: In
Memory of T.S. Dowd (orchestra)
Principal teachers: David Liptak and Jere Hutheson
B.Mus. Music Education. 1977
B.Mus. Music Theory and Composition. 1977
Piano Principal: Ralph Votapek
Post Doctoral Studies:
Stanford University, Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics
(CCRMA), Stanford, CA. 1992-1993.
Postdoctoral scholarship student of computer-assisted compositional
techniques, psychoacoustics, and synthesis.
Principal teachers: John Chowning, Perry Cook, and Heinrich Taube.
City University of New York, Center for Computer Music at the Conservatory of
Music, Brooklyn College, NY. 1985. Postdoctoral scholarship in computer music
composition. Principal teacher: Charles Dodge.
Teaching:
University Of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Professor, Music Technology, September 2005 to present
Associate Professor, Music Technology – September, 2000 to 2005
Assistant Professor, Music Technology - September, 1994 to 2000
Developed and taught courses in the media arts, electroacoustic composition, algorithmic composition (Max/MSP, LISP, and Common Music), multimedia composition, digital sound synthesis & signal processing (Csound, Logic, and ProTools), and performance systems (microcontrollers). Interdisciplinary curriculum development for two Bachelor of Fine Arts degrees (Music Technology and Media Arts), a Bachelor of Science degree (Sound Engineering), and a Master of Arts degree (Media Arts). Developed and coordinated Music Engineering seminar series. Faculty advisor to course in Principles of Virtual Reality. Faculty mentor to Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP).
Director, Music Technology Camp, Summer, 2000-2006
Directed middle and high school music technology camps designed to enhance composition and performance practice using technology.
Lecturer and Curricular Consultant, School of Music - September, 1990 to May, 1994
Developed and taught courses in digital sound synthesis and algorithmic composition. Assisted in the curricular design of B.Mus., Music Technology.
Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Teaching Assistant, Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA) - Summer, 1993
Assisted CCRMA faculty in the instruction of digital sound synthesis, automated compositional systems, LISP, and the Internet.
Berklee College of Music, Boston, MA
Departmental Associate (Professor), Music Synthesis - December, 1985 to June, 1986
Developed and taught courses in the newly created Music Synthesis Department. Courses included analog, digital, and hybrid synthesis systems.
Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI
Instructor,
Music - September, 1981 to December, 1985
Taught
theory, sight singing, ear training, piano, composition, and music history.
Curriculum development and course design in digital sound synthesis,
computer-assisted analysis, and composition. Developed and implemented faculty
workshops on Computer-Assisted Instruction (CAI) and coordinated Music and Computer
Science faculty. Teaching (con't):
Lansing Community College, Lansing, MI
Instructor,
Computer Science - September, 1981 to December, 1985
Taught
engineering concepts and programming languages. Departmental Course Coordinator
responsible for developing and standardizing instructional materials for
Computer Science faculty. Designed, authored, and implemented computer-assisted
instructional software for music theory.
Lansing Public Schools, Lansing, MI. Mt. Hope Elementary. Taught K-8 general
and vocal music.
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Instructor,
School of Education - September, 1981 to June, 1983
Taught leadership skills to undergraduate Education majors.
Saginaw Catholic Schools, Saginaw, MI
Music
Director - September, 1977 to June, 1979
Directed
elementary, middle, and high school instrumental and vocal ensembles at St.
Mary's Cathedral School (K-12), St. Stephen's School (K-12), and St. Helen's
School (K-8). Participated in Michigan School Band and Orchestra Association
(MSBOA) festivals. Produced school musicals and did extensive fundraising.
Interdisciplinary Research:
Internet Publication: The Production, Delivery and
Dissemination of Media-Rich Scholarly and Creative Research, Office of the Provost,
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 2004-2007
Chair of a
multidisciplinary committees of faculty and staff from the School of Music,
University Libraries, and the Duderstadt Center pursuing issues of internet
publication of scholarly and artistic content including intellectual property
rights, media capture and presentation, process flow among complex
organizational and technological systems, and electronic commerce.
MusEn: A
joint research program between the School of Music and College of
Engineering, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 1994 - present
Co-Director and Co-Founder with Professor Gregory Wakefield, College of Engineering. Research in automated music transcription, music information retrieval, musical signal visualization, and theoretical and analytical models for electro-acoustic music.
ResComp Research: A joint
research program between Student Affairs and the Institute of Public Policy, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 1988-1992
Chair, Multi-variant longitudinal research program
that studied the use of technology by undergraduate residence hall students and
staff.
Higher Education Administration:
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
Associate Dean, Research & Planning, July 2006 to
present
Developed research opportunities and strategic planning
processes in the School of Music, Theatre & Dance to promote a culture of
excellence in teaching, research, and service. Assist faculty in proposal
development, proposal processing, fiscal management, and monitoring research
programs. Manage electronic publications by faculty and students for Block M Records.
Associate Dean, Technology Initiatives and Internet
Publication, September 2004 to June 2006
Developed
and implemented internet publication project leading to peer reviewed
electronic publications of mixed media. Launched a University of Michigan
record label Block M Records. Chair
of the university's Internet Publication Advisory Team and Internet Publication
Task Force resulting in label branding, intellectual property rights
management, and metadata and media encoding processes. Initiated a school-wide
laptop purchase program. Oversaw the redesign of school website and design and
development of school-wide scheduling system. Oversaw software development of
an integrated scheduling system to service the comprehensive needs of the
School of Music.
Chair, Department of Performing Arts Technology -
April 1996 to present
Developed
and directed four interdisciplinary undergraduate curricula and one graduate
curriculum designed to advance the aesthetics and techniques of emerging
technologies in the arts through composition, performance, and research.
Responsible for recruiting, admissions, curriculum development, academic
advising, fundraising, and corporate relations. Supervised faculty and
technical support staff. Chaired the 1998 International Computer Music
Conference (ICMC98). Chaired the ICMC98 Commission Program resulting in world
premiere performances by Symphony Band with Zeta Violin, Percussion Ensemble,
and Ann Arbor Dance Works.
Director, Center for Performing Arts & Technology
- September, 1994 to present
Oversaw the acquisition, delivery, and management of
academic and research technology products and services for the School of Music
including all MIDI, digital media, and recording facilities. Liaison to high-tech
corporations. Extensive fundraising and grant writing to meet Center
objectives. Served on the Building Committee of the Duderstadt Center.
Director, Residence Halls Computing Program (ResComp) - September, 1986 to September, 1994
Managed the administrative, financial, technical, and human resource operations of seventeen networked computing sites equipped with six hundred microcomputers servicing 14,000 students and 300 staff. Administered annual operating budget of $1M. Supervised a staff of 125 professionals, technicals, clericals, and paraprofessionals. Developed, implemented, and managed assessment strategies for a dynamic non-credit peer education curriculum. Served on the Program Committee for the South Quad Information Resource Center.
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI
Advisor, Associated Students of Michigan
State University (ASMSU) Concert Council - September, 1981 to June, 1983
Responsible for all facets of concert production
including contract negotiations and compliance, human resource management
(union IATSE, non-union, and student work force), producer negotiations,
budgeting, marketing, and promotion. Produced 10-15 concerts annually featuring
artists such as Prince, Kenny Rogers, REO Speedwagon, Earl Klugh, and Spyrogyra
in major Michigan State University performing arts and athletic venues. Served
on the Building Committee for the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts.
Assistant Director, University Housing Programs -
September 1979 to June 1981
Advised student government and judiciary. Selected,
trained, supervised, and evaluated undergraduate and graduate staff.
Service:
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI
School of Music, Theatre & Dance,
Chair (ex-officio) Faculty Research Committee (2008-present)
University Libraries, Scholarly
Publications Advisory Group, 2007-present
Office of the President, North Campus
Planning Committee, 2005-present
Office of the Provost, Dean's Search
Committee, 2004-2005
Office for the Vice President for
Research
Research
Associate Dean Committee member and Research and Scholarship in the Arts member
2005-present
Conflict
of Interest & Conflict of Commitment Committee
Rackham Graduate School, Executive
Board, Elected Member for Humanities and the Arts, 2006-present
School of Music, Theatre & Dance,
Performing Arts Study, 2005-2006
Lead
author of study researching physical plant and space utilization to
substantiate program statement for new construction.
School of Music, Theatre & Dance, Master of Arts,
Media Arts Program Committee, 1998-present
Chair of a committee of faculty from College of Engineering, Art & Design, and Music engaged in the design and delivery an interdisciplinary graduate program in the media arts.
School of Music and Information Technology Central
Services Partnership, 1994-2002
Co-Director.
Reviewed and administered instructional technology grants to faculty. Initiated
programs in audio streaming via the WWW and non-credit courses in music
technology.
Research Computing Advisory Council, 1994-1999
Member of a cross-campus advisory council to the Vice-President for Research. Assisted in strategic planning for university-wide information technology resources.
Creative Arts Advisory Council, Chairperson, 1995-1999
Chair of a multi-disciplinary faculty advisory team to the Duderstadt Center leadership. Faculty representatives from Engineering, Art & Design, Music, Architecture & Urban Planning, and the Film Video Program advised Duderstadt Center leadership on resource acquisition and policy development for the Audio Studio, Video Studio, Electronic Music Studios, and Project Studios.
Interdisciplinary Virtual Reality Advisory Group,
1995-1999
Member of a faculty advisory committee to the Duderstadt Center leadership regarding development of virtual reality programs.
Academic Computing Advisory Council, 1996-1997
Member of a cross-campus advisory council to the Provost. Assisted in strategic planning for the development and deployment of technology to enhance pedagogy and instruction.
Invention & Creativity Living-Learning Council, 1996-1998
Co-chair, advisory committee to Student Affairs. Co-authored a proposal to initiate a living-learning program in Bursley Residence Hall.
Apple Learning Initiative, 1998-2002
Co-director. Initiated WWW audio streaming services using QuickTimeŞ to support course instruction.
Selected Publications (* following the entry indicates refereed or
invited publication or presentation):
Simoni, M. (2008). Invited book chapter "Toward the Gender Ideal" for "Oxford Handbook of Computer Music and Digital Sound Culture," Roger Dean, editor, Oxford University Press. *
Simoni, M. and B.A. Younker (2008). "Project Lovelace: Teenage Girls and Technology Based Composition." International Computer Music Conference, Belfast, N. Ireland, International Computer Music Association. *
Simoni, M. (2007).
"Rodney Waschka II: Saint Ambrose." The
Computer Music Journal 31(3). *
Simoni,
M., director (2007) "Studio Report Center for Performing Arts &
Technology".
The Computer Music Journal DVD Volume 31.
Simoni, M. "Stop, Look, and
Listen" eContact, 8(2).
Communications of the Canadian Electroacoustic Community, December 2005. *
Simoni, M. et al. Invited panelist. International
Computer Music Conference, Barcelona, Spain. September, 2005.*
Simoni, M. (2005). Invited panelist. Feminist Theory
and Music Conference, New York University, New York. June, 2005.*
Adams, N. H. and M. Simoni. "Visualization of Electroacoustic Music." Invited paper for the 2005
National Conference of the Society of Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United
States.*
Hinkle-Turner,
E. (2003). "Simoni, Mary." Crossing the Line: Women Composers and
Music Technology, Ashgate Press.
Simoni,
M. (2003). "Project Lovelace: Unprecedented Opportunities for Music Education."
Organised Sound 8(1): 57-60.*
Burns,
K. (2002). "Music Technology." Women and Music in America since 1900:
An Encyclopedia, Greenwood Press. 2. Featured composer.
Simoni,
M. (2002). "Bright Air/Brilliant Fire." The Computer Music Journal
24(4).*
Simoni,
M. (2002). "Priscilla McClean." Women and
Music in America Since 1900: An Encyclopedia. K. Burns, The Oryx Press.*
Simoni,
M. (2002). "Daria Semegen."
Women and Music in America Since 1900: An Encyclopedia. K. Burns, The Oryx
Press.*
Simoni,
M., Schattle, E. (2002). "Collaboration Software for Music Analysis."
2002 International Computer Music Conference, Goteburg, Sweden, International
Computer Music Association.*
Alamkan,
C., Birmingham, W., Simoni, M. (1999). "Stylistic Structures: An Initial
Investigation into the Stochastic Generation of Tonal Music." Ann Arbor,
University of Michigan.
Simoni,
M. (1999). "Interdisciplinary Research Strategies." Wiesner
Symposium, Ann Arbor, MI.*
Simoni,
M. (1999). "Profiles of Determination." The Computer Music Journal
22(4): 19-28.*
Simoni,
M. et al (1999). "The Sonification Report:
Status of the Field and Research Agenda." International Conference on
Auditory Display commissioned by the National Science Foundation.*
Simoni,
M., Broening, B., Rozell, C., Meek, C., and Wakefield, G. (1999). "A
Theoretical Framework for Electro-acoustic Music." 1999 International
Computer Music Conference, Beijing, China, International Computer Music
Association. *
Sterian, A. Wakefield,
Simoni, M. (1999). "Model-Based Musical Transcription." 1999
International Computer Music Conference, Beijing, China, International Computer
Music Association.*
Simoni,
M. (1998). "Gender Issues in Music Technology." College Music
Society, Puerto Rico. *
Daida,
J., Simoni, M. (1997). "Creating Listener-Adaptive Environments for Data Sonification." Washington, DC, National Science
Foundation.*
Simoni,
M. (1997). "Diane Thome's Palaces of Memory." Women of Note Quarterly 5(1).*
Simoni,
M. (1997). "Physical Modeling Synthesis: History and Pedagogy." The
Resource Guide for Music Educators 3(2). *
Simoni,
M. (1996). "Diane Thome's Palaces of Memory." Array: Communications of the International Computer Music
Association.
Simoni,
M. (1996). "Multimedia: A New Venue for Artistic Expression."
Michigan Academician 28(3).*
Simoni,
M. (1996). "The Norton/Grove Dictionary of Women Composers." The
Computer Music Journal 20(3).*
Simoni,
M. (1996). Invited CD Reviews, Electronic Music Foundation. http://www.emf.org.*
Wakefield,
G., Simoni, M. (1996). "Exploring Instrument Constancy Through A New
Method for the Design of Synthetic Instruments." 1996 International
Computer Music Conference, Hong Kong, International Computer Music
Association.*
Pielemeier,
W. J., Wakefield, G., and Simoni, M. (1995). "Time Frequency Analysis of
Musical Signals." The Institute for Electrical Engineers (IEEE)
Proceedings 84(9): 1216-1230.*
Simoni,
M. (1995). "A Survey of Gender Issues is Computer Music and Strategies for
Change." 1995 International Computer Music Conference, Banff Centre for
the Arts, Alberta, Canada, International Computer Music Association.*
Simoni,
M. (1995). "Interdisciplinary Media Arts Teams at the Undergraduate
Level." The Society for Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States,
Ithaca, NY.*
Simoni,
M. (1995). "A Tutorial on the Application of Artificial Intelligence to
Music." The Society for Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States,
Ithaca, NY.*
Simoni,
M. (1995). "Curriculum Development in the Media Arts." The National
Conference on Teaching and Learning, Jacksonville, FL.*
Simoni,
M. (1994). "Orchestrating Change: A Cultural Revolution Through
Technology." The National Association for Student Personnel
Administrators, Dallas, TX.*
Simoni,
M. (1993). "State of the Art: Technology and the Performing Arts."
Information Technology Digest of the University of Michigan. Vol. 3.*
Simoni,
M., Crawford, D. (1993). "Computer Music Studies." The Encyclopedia
of Library and Information Sciences. A. Kent. New York, M. Dekker.*
Simoni,
M. (1990). "Networking in Residence Halls: Participation and Impact."
The Association for the Management of Information Technology in Higher
Education, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.*
Simoni,
M. (1989). "Operational Issues of Residence Hall Computing Programs."
Educom, Ann Arbor, MI.*
Simoni,
M. (1987). "The Use of the Computer as a Compositional Tool." Women
in Music, Buffalo, NY.*
Books:
Simoni, M. with Roger B.
Dannenberg. (in progress). Algorithmic Composition: A Guide to Composing
Music with Nyquist. Currently used as a pilot text at Carnegie-Melon
University.
Simoni,
M. (2006). Analytical Methods of Electroacoustic Music. New York: Taylor
and Francis Group.
Simoni,
M. (2003). Algorithmic Composition: A Gentle Introduction to Music
Composition using Common LISP and Common Music. Initial contract with The
MIT Press was transferred to University of Michigan Scholarly Publishing
Office.
Simoni,
M. (1998). Proceedings of the 1998 International Computer Music Conference.
San Francisco, CA: The International Computer Music Association.
Kingsley,
L. and Simoni, M. (1997). LifeDance. A screenplay . Writers Guild of
America Registry.
Compact Discs and CD-ROMs:
Simoni, M. with SILK (2006). A Christmas Cantata. Libretto by E.C. Fesl. Pennsauken, NJ: SILK. Producer.
Simoni,
M. (2001). The International Computer Music Association Commission Awards,
1997-99. Baton Rouge, LA, Centaur Records. Producer.
Simoni,
M. (2000). Alternating Currents. "Doxology." Baton Rouge, LA: Centaur Records.
Producer and Composer.
Simoni,
M. and Marchant, J. (1998). Cyberquilt. "Emma Speaks." San
Francisco, CA: International Computer Music Association.
Simoni,
M. (1998). Songs for the Journey. "Mass of Miracles." Producer
and Composer.
Simoni,
M. (1997). Cocks Crow, Dogs Bark: New Compositional Intentions.
"Eulogy." San Francisco, CA: Leonardo Music Journal.
Journal Editor:
Simoni, M. (2000-present). International Computer Music Association Representative Editor. Cambridge University Press, United Kingdom: Organised Sound: An International Journal of Music Technology.
Selected
Compositions and Performances (* following the entry indicates a juried
or curated performance):
Piano Trio (violin, cello, piano and two laptops) (in progress) to be premiered by the Michigan Chamber Players, March, 2009
De Profundis (soprano and piano). 2007
Connemara (piano and electronics). 2005
Society for Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States National Conference, Iowa State University of Science and Technology, March, 2007*
Windsor Art Gallery, March 2006*
WDET-FM Detroit Public Radio, March 2006
Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States Regional Concert, University of Michigan, November, 2005.
International LISP Conference, Invited Composer. Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics, Stanford University, June, 2005*
Columbia University, June, 2005*
Fly Far (double bass and electronics). 2004
"Voices on the Edge," California State University, Fullerton, March 2006*
WDET-FM Detroit Public Radio, March 2006
Columbia University, June, 2005*
Society of Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States National Conference, Ball State University, April, 2005*
Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States Regional Concert, University of Michigan, November, 2004
Pane (4-channel sound or 5.1 DVD). 2004
Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States National Conference, University of Oregon, March, 2006 (DVD version)*
Bluffton University (DVD version), February 2006*
Society for Electro-Acoustic Music in the United States Regional Concert, University of Michigan, November, 2005 (DVD version)
International Computer Music Conference, University of Miami, 2004*
Hearing Voices Festival, California State University, Fullerton, March, 2004*
Third Practice Festival, University of Richmond, 2004*
Ideas Festival, Indiana University, April, 2004*
Electronica Microfestival, University of Michigan, March, 2004*
Canticle of Tobias (SATB, organ, brass and percussion). 2003 (commission)
Diocese of Lansing repertoire, 2003-present
Dedication of a Church and Altar, St. Mary's Catholic Church, Diocese of Lansing, May, 2003
Annaghmakerrig (piano and 2-channel sound) 2001 (commission)
Windsor Art Gallery, March 2006
Ball State University, January, 2005*
Society of Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States. National Electro-Acoustic Music Month, University of Michigan, November, 2003
Duo Runedako, piano duo, University of Michigan, March, 2003*
Third Practice Electro-Acoustic and New Media Arts Festival, University of Richmond, November, 2002*
Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig, Newbliss, Ireland, May, 2001*
Doxology (2-channel sound). 2000
Martian Gardens, WMUA 91.1 FM, Amherst, MA, April, 2004
Hearing Voices: Enlistening the Future, California State University at Fullerton, March, 2004*
Between Earth and Sky, Temple University, April, 2003*
Stitch (film score for piano, flute, cello and computer) 1999 (commission)
Mass of Miracles (piano, SA, guitar, flute) 1998
WDEO AM 990, Radio Interview, June, 1998*
Diocese of Lansing repertoire, 1998-present
Eulogy (2-channel sound) 1996
Inner Voices, California State University at Fullerton, March, 2007*
WGDR FM 91.1, November, 2000
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, November, 1998*
International Computer Music Conference, Thessaloniki, Greece, September, 1997*
Suite for Electronic Oboe (oboe and effects unit) 1995 (for Harry Sargous)
Portland State University, March, 1996
University of Michigan, February, 1996
Emma Speaks (interactive media). 1995
International Computer Music Conference, Hong Kong, August, 1996*
Media Union Dedication, June, 1996*
President's Weekend, University of Michigan, 1995
Death Dance (piano duet , computer & MIDI controller, or piano and computer) 1993
Duo Runedako, University of Michigan, March, 2003
Duo
Runedako, Furman University, 1997
Duo
Runedako, Central Michigan University, 1996
Duo Runedako, Heritage Chamber Society, Greenville, SC, 1996
Collage Concert, University of Michigan, January, 1995*
State
University of New York, Buffalo, NY, 1993*
Toon (computer-based multimedia exploration of musical temperament) 1991
Mills College, 1991*
In Memory of T.S. Dowd (orchestra). 1983
Okemos High School Orchestra, April, 1984
Recrudescence (symphonic band). 1981
Michigan State University Symphony Band, 1982*
To Sylvia (piano), 1979
North Texas State University, 1985
Lansing Community College, 1984
Michigan State University, 1980
State University of New York, Buffalo, 1979
Appearances as a Guest Composer or Pianist:
Iowa State University of Science and Technology, 2007 (composer and pianist)
University of Oregon, 2006 (composer)
Windsor Art Gallery, 2006 (composer and pianist)
Ball State University, 2005 (composer and pianist)
Stanford University, 2005 (composer and pianist)
Columbia University, 2005 (composer and pianist)
National University of Singapore,2002 (pianist)
New Music and Art Festival, Bowling Green State University via teleconference , 2002 (composer)
University of Richmond, VA, 2001 (composer and pianist)
Queens University, Belfast, Northern Ireland , 2001 (composer)
Tyrone Guthrie Centre for the Arts, Newbliss, Ireland, 2001 (composer)
Kammermusiksaal der Philharmonie, Berlin, Germany, 2000 (pianist)
June in Buffalo Festival, Buffalo, NY, 1996 (composer and pianist)
International Computer Music Conference, Banff Centre for the Arts, Alberta, Canada, 1995 (composer)
June in Buffalo Festival, Buffalo, NY, 1979 (composer and pianist)
Doctoral and Master's Committees:
Alexander,
Rob. M.A. Media Arts (2009)
Fienup,
David. M.A. Media Arts (2009)
Hill,
Alvin, Jr. M.A. Media Arts (2009)
Sullivan,
Timothy, Ph.D. Music Theory & Composition (2008)
Kuhner,
Russell. The Preserver. MA Media Arts
Installation (2007)
Adams, Norman H.
"The Binaural Display of Reverberant Space Using MIMO State-Space
Systems" Ph.D. dissertation (2007)
Flood, Timothy. The American Transhumanist Society. M.A.
Media Arts Performance (2006)
Richman, Jacob. Three Yiddish Lullabies. M.A. Media Arts
Performance (2006)
Veomett, Angela. Chernobyl Generation. M.A. Media Arts
Performance (2006)
Meek, Colin. "Modeling Error in
Query-by-Humming Music Information Retrieval Systems" Ph.D. dissertation
(2003).
Hopkins, Michael.A Comparative Study of the Effects of Computer-Based Expository and Discovery Methods of Instruction for Fostering Aural Recognition of Musical Concepts" Ph.D. dissertation (2001).
Sterian, Andrew. "Model-Based Segmentation of Time-Frequency Images for Musical Transcription" Ph.D. dissertation (1999).
Alamkan, Claude. "The
Stochastic Analysis and Generation of Tonal Music" M.Eng. thesis (1999).
Guevera, Rowena. "Modal
Distribution of Piano Analysis and Synthesis" Ph.D. dissertation (1997).
Grants and Fellowships:
Office
of the Provost (2007) $684K for renovation of the Electronic Music Studios (in
progress)
Rackham
Graduate School (2007) $4K for graduate student summer stipends
Knight
Foundation (2006) $20K "Technology Based Musical Creativity in Teenage
Girls" with Professor Betty Anne Younker (in progress with the Neutral
Zone and Ypsilanti Public Schools)
Office
of the Provost (2005) $860K for renovation of the Audio Studio.
Office
for the Vice-President for Research (2004-2007) $150K
Rackham/CARAT
Fellowship (2004-05) $27.9K
Edward
Ginsberg Center for Community Service and Learning ($300)
Information Technology Partnership (2002) $17K
Office for the Vice-President for Research (2002) $22K
Rackham/CARAT
Fellowship (2001-02) $31K
National Science Foundation, ITR Program: Music
Information Retrieval (2000) $1.7M
College
of Engineering-MusEn (1999-2002)
$150K
IBM SUR Grant (1999) $13K
Yamaha Corporation, Pro Audio Division (1999) $7K
Office
for the Vice-President for Research (1998-2001) $78K
Information Technology Division, Real Audio Pilot
Grant (1998-99) $50K
Rackham
Interdisciplinary Institute (1998) $7K
Undergraduate
Research Opportunities Program (1998) $2K
MIT Press (1998) $3K
Radius
Corporation (1997) $3K
Year
of the Humanities (1997) $5K
Whitaker
Fund for the Improvement of Teaching (1996) $5K
Apple
Computer, Inc., World-Wide Partnership Program (1996) $12K
School
of Music Faculty Research Fund, University of Michigan (1995, 1996, 1999, 2001)
$18K
Korg,
USA (1995) $5K
Presidential
Initiative Fund, University of Michigan (1995-98) $240K
IBM,
(1989) $225K
Apple
Computer, Inc., (1987) $380K
IBM
(1987) $285K
Michigan
Council for the Arts and Cultural Affairs (1985) $2K
Exemplary Team Award. Internet Publication Task Force, Chair. 2006
Medal Laureate. Computerworld Honors Program. Media, Arts and
Entertainment. 2002
Simoni Service Award, namesake. ResComp, University of Michigan. 2001
Prize in Composition for Death Dance. ArtNET Virtual Museum, 1993
Visiting Scholar. Mills
College, Oakland, CA 1990-1991 - One of
eleven scholars selected nationally to pursue research in the application of
multimedia technology to pedagogy in the liberal arts. Authored software that
facilitated the exploration of historical and experimental musical temperaments
using real-time DSP sound synthesis that integrated digitized images and video.
Membership and Service in
Professional Organizations:
International Computer Music Association (ICMA), San Francisco, CA
Board of Directors (1994-2004)
President (2000-2004) and Publications Coordinator
(1996-2000). Established Endowment Program and implemented e-commerce system
for membership dues. Oversaw international conferences during periods of
international unrest (Cuba, September, 2001 post September 11th
attacks and Singapore, October, 2003 post SARS epidemic). Oversaw transition to
full-paper submission and web-based peer review for annual publication of the
Proceedings of International Computer Music Conference. Negotiated and
administered contracts with the University of Miami, the National University of
Singapore, Gteborg University, the Instituto
Cubano de la Msica, Berliner Kulturberanstaltungs, Suvisoft Corporation of
Finland, the Edith and Eric Siday Charitable Foundation, Swets & Zeitlinger
Publishers of The Netherlands, and ICMA Commission recipients. Implemented
fully-searchable password-protected web-based publication of the Proceedings of
the International Computer Music Conference (1997-present). Established ISBN
system for ICMA Publications.
Society
of Electro-Acoustic Musicians in the United States (SEAMUS). San Jose, CA
College
Music Society. Committee on Music, Women, and Gender (1998-2000), Missoula, MT
American
Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP). New York, NY
Pi
Kappa Lambda. National Music Honorary Society
Consulting
& Reviews:
American University,
Washington, DC
Aristotle University of
Thessaloniki, GREECE
Austrian Science Foundation,
AUSTRIA
Augustana College, Rock
Island, IL
Bennington College,
Bennington, VT
Bowling Green State
University, Bowling Green, OH
Butzel Long, Attorneys and
Counselors
Calvin College, Grand
Rapids, MI
Canadian Innovation
Foundation, Toronto, CANADA
Central
Missouri State, Warrensburg, MO
Dartmouth
College, Hanover, NH
Eastman School of Music,
Rochester, NY
Edinboro State College,
Edinboro, PA
Eric and Edith Siday
Charitable Foundation
Flint School for the
Performing Arts, Flint, MI
Grand Valley State
University, Allendale, MI
Hamline University, St.
Paul, MN
Hillsdale College,
Hillsdale, MI
Hong Kong Institute of
Science and Technology, HONG KONG
Impression 5 Science Museum,
Lansing, MI
Iowa State University, Ames,
IA
James Madison University,
Harrisonburg, VA
Journal of New Music
Research, UNITED KINGDOM
Lansing Arts Gallery,
Lansing, MI
Lansing Matine Musicale,
Lansing, MI
Louisiana State University,
Baton Rouge, LA
Michigan Technological
University, Houghton, MI
National Peace Foundation,
Washington, DC
National Science Foundation,
Washington, DC
New York University,
New York, NY
Northwestern State
University, Alva, OK
Northwestern State
University, Natchitoches, LA
Ohio State University,
Columbus, OH
President's Council
Curriculum Review
Queen's University, Belfast,
N. IRELAND
Spring Arbor College, Spring
Arbor, MI
Tyrone Guthrie Centre,
Newbliss, IRELAND
The MIT Press, Cambridge, MA
United States Army Research
Office, Research Triangle Park, NC
University of California,
Santa Cruz, CA
University of Cincinnati,
College-Conservatory of Music, OH
University of Colorado,
Denver, CO
University of Miami, Miami,
FL
University of Nebraska,
Lincoln, NE
University of North Texas,
Denton, TX
University of Texas, Austin,
TX
University of Windsor,
Windsor, CANADA
Yong Siew Toh Conservatory
of Music, National University of Singapore, SINGAPORE
Volunteerism:
St. Mary's Parish. 1995-present. Pianist, organist and ensemble
director. Served on the Project Management & Building Team and oversaw the
construction of a $10M facility. Developed the program statement for music
programs and determined sound system requirements. Oversaw the selection of the
acoustical consultant and sound system engineer.
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International.
1991-present. Participated in annual fundraising campaigns as a Team Captain of
the Walk to Cure Diabetes.
Habitat for Humanity, Livingston County.