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The School of Music is a leader in music scholarship, from music theory to ethnomusicology. Faculty contribute actively to all aspects of music research, and support students develop their research interests.

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Opera on the brain

 
How does operatic training affect memory, cognitive functioning, and learning? The Wall Opera Project, funded by Peter Wall Institute, has been looking deep inside the brains of UBC opera students to unveil the science behind these changes. / UBC Magazine

UBC Music student Emily Liang named an Eileen Southern Scholar

 
Emily Liang, MA (2nd-year, Musicology) was recognized at the American Musicological Society Award Ceremony November 10, 2023. Congratulations!

Taylor Swift mania hits Vancouver

 
Swift’s cross-generational success can be attributed to her ability to delve into different musical sounds, says UBC Musicology professor Dr. David Metzer /Vancouver Sun
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