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Christopher Cayari is an Associate Professor in Music Education at Purdue University. He holds a Ph.D. and an M.M.E. in Music Education from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a bachelor's degree from Trinity Christian College. His research primarily focuses on mediated musical performance, YouTube, informal music learning, virtual communities, video games, and online identity. He addresses marginalized voices in music education, particularly LGBTQIA+ individuals and Asian Americans. His work has received notable recognition, including the Outstanding Dissertation Award from the Council for Research in Music Education in 2015. Cayari's research has been published in several academic journals and he has presented extensively in the United States and internationally in countries such as Canada, China, and Australia. In addition to his academic pursuits, he actively creates and publishes content on YouTube, collaborating with students and fostering user-generated content. A vocal coach for the American Music Repertory Ensemble and the Purdue Jazz Band, he is also committed to using music education as a platform for social change. His activism has been recognized with the Outstanding Ally Award from Purdue University LGBTQ Center in 2018. Christopher is also involved in developing partnerships with local elementary schools to enhance music education environments.
Purdue University • West Lafayette, IN
Teaching and researching music education with a focus on inclusivity and diversity.
Wisconsin Singers •
Produced and directed musical performances.
University of Wisconsin-Madison •
Lectured on music education topics.
GRE is not required.