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Ana Flavia Zuim is an Associate Professor in the Department of Vocal Performance at NYU Steinhardt. She is a voice scientist and an accomplished musical director and pianist with over 70 credited musical theater productions. With a keen interest in how accents impact speech and singing, her doctoral dissertation focused on the speech inflection in American Musical Theatre compositions. An internationally recognized scholar, Dr. Zuim has been a keynote speaker and conducted seminars in various countries including Japan, Brazil, and Australia. Her research centers on vocal health and pedagogy, and she has been involved as an expert witness in legal cases regarding voice analysis. Ana Flavia served as the Director of Vocal Performance at NYU from 2016 to 2022, focusing on developing sustainable vocal techniques and dramatic interpretation for her students. She holds degrees from the State University of Londrina, Lynn University, and Florida Atlantic University and is certified in Vocology from the University of Utah. Dr. Zuim's passion lies in helping individuals find their authentic voice, emphasizing the transformational power of sound and music.
NYU Steinhardt • New York, NY
Led the Vocal Performance program and developed new concentrations.”},{
Department of Media, Culture, and Communication - PhD Program focusing on Global and Transcultural Studies, Technology and Society, and Visual Culture.