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| | MUSIC | UC Santa Cruz |
 | | Houghtons general interests are in choral conducting, Medieval and Renaissance music, musical paleography and mensural notation, Gregorian and Medieval chant, W. Mozart, acoustics and architecture, computer applications to historical-analytical studies, and computer transcription of notation in real-time. |
 | | Nicole Paiements activities as orchestral and choral conductor have permitted her to develop a strong approach toward score study and musical performance. |
 | | Pedagogical philosophy: emphasis on the application of new research in physiologically based vocal techniques and pedagogy; development of a sound knowledge of standard vocal repertoire, which is both historically informed and at the highest level of preparation; and instruction in effective preparation, professionalism, and artistic effect for the performer. |
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