MUGT 350. Introduction to Applied Research in Music.

Introduction to applied research in music performance sciences. Topics include: approaches to research in music performance sciences (participatory, communityfocused, pragmatic, quantitative and qualitative), types of research and the research design process in relation to relevant topics in music performance sciences (e.g., optimal performance, performer wellness, careers in music). Foundational research skills will be covered, including identifying problems and formulating relevant questions, decoding scientific language, engaging with ethics, examining research applications to performing practice.