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Felipe Verdugo conducts research in biomechanics to assist musicians in reducing injury risks associated with their instrument practice. As a researcher at the S2M laboratory, he focuses on the muscular activity of pianists that affects sound production and musical expression. His projects aim to develop a systematic approach for analyzing pianistic gestures to understand the interplay between muscle activity and musical expression. Verdugo is particularly interested in investigating how expressive intentions influence the physical gestures of performers and how these gestures can be optimized to prevent injuries. His current research initiatives include interdisciplinary projects that connect music, humanities, and sciences, funded by significant research councils in Canada. Verdugo teaches courses in biomechanics and integration studies in kinesthetics, while also supervising various educational programs that enrich music education with scientific insights into performance practices.
Most programs require French B2 level; specific departments may require C1 or C2.