Project Overview
The goal of this project is to develop an online resource that helps violin teachers and students sequence music by composers who have been marginalized, such as women and people of color. To do this, the project will research and analyze works by these composers and sort them by the level of difficulty. The project will also write summaries of the technical and musical features of each piece. The list and the summaries are currently on the Crane Library website and will be made into a user-friendly database so that anyone can access it to explore and find interesting and useful pieces.
Faculty Bio
Dr. Timothy Yip is a violinist and teacher who has performed, researched, and taught music by a diverse range of composers. He has previously worked in the Division of Diversity at UW-Madison and currently teaches music business at SUNY Potsdam. Previously, he was awarded a Diversity Innovation award at UW-Madison for his research and performances of works by Samuel Coleridge Taylor. He previously also taught WAYS 103 at SUNY Potsdam and Music through the Ages at Riverview Correctional Facility.
"Music by marginalized composers enriches our musical culture and speaks to the diverse experiences and interests of music students and audiences. We are committed to teaching these works and celebrating their value."
Visiting Assistant Professor: Violin & Music Business
Students
- Kenny Hoang
- Emma Kuegal
Questions?
We are currently seeking student researchers. Students interested in participating in this project can contact Dr. Timothy Yip at yipth@potsdam.edu or (315) 267-2406.