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 electroacoustic composition (Digital Performer™), algorithmic composition (Max/MSP™, LISP, and Common Music), digital sound synthesis and signal processing (Csound and ProTools™), and multimedia composition. 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 new courses in MIDI theory, application, and synthesizer performance using 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.
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,
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
University Libraries,
Scholarly Communications 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 QuickTime™ to support course instruction.
Selected Publications (*
following the entry indicates refereed or invited publication or presentation):
Simoni, M. (in progress). Book chapter for “Oxford Handbook of Computer Music and Digital Sound Culture,” Roger Dean, editor, Oxford University Press.
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. (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):
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:
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)
Colin Meek, “Modeling Error in
Query-by-Humming Music Information Retrieval Systems” Ph.D. dissertation
(2003).
Michael Hopkins, “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).
Andrew Sterian, "Model-Based Segmentation of Time-Frequency Images for Musical Transcription” Ph.D. dissertation (1999).
Claude Alamkan, “The Stochastic Analysis and Generation
of Tonal Music” M.Eng. thesis (1999).
Rowena Guevera,
"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, Classroom renovation fund (2005) $860K (in
progress with Professor Jason Corey & the Duderstadt Center)
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, Göteborg University, the Instituto
Cubano de la Música, 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
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
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
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 Matinée Musicale,
Lansing, MI
Louisiana State University, Baton
Rouge, LA
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
Spring Arbor College, Spring
Arbor, MI
The MIT Press, Cambridge, MA
United States Army Research
Office, Research Triangle Park, NC
University of California, Santa
Cruz
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
Volunteerism:
St. Mary’s Parish. 1995-present. Pianist, organist and
ensemble director. Served on the Project Management 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.