Dr. Harris Berger

Professor

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Biography

Harris M. Berger is a scholar whose work focuses on ethnomusicology, folklore studies, and popular music studies. His research covers theoretical issues in the study of music folklore, the phenomenology of expressive culture, and applied ethnomusicology. He has published multiple influential works, including books such as 'Metal, Rock, Jazz: Perception and Phenomenology of Musical Experience' from Wesleyan University Press, 1999, and 'Global Pop, Local Language', co-edited with Michael T. Carroll, published by University Press of Mississippi in 2003. Berger has also contributed to 'Identity and Everyday Life: Essays in the Study of Folklore, Music, and Popular Culture', co-edited with Giovanna P. Del Negro, and 'Theory of Ethnomusicology: Histories, Conversations, Insights', co-edited with Ruth M. Stone. He has served as the co-editor for the Journal of American Folklore and has held various leadership roles in organizations related to ethnomusicology. As the Director of the Research Centre for the Study of Music, Media, and Place (MMaP) at Memorial University of Newfoundland, he has produced live events and overseen the publication series that showcases diverse musical traditions from Newfoundland and Labrador.

Research Interests

Requirements for Memorial University of Newfoundland

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.75
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
GMAT
Total Score
Required:550
Overall
Required:550
GRE General
Verbal
Required:151
Quantitative
Required:151
Overall
Required:151
Prerequisites
Four-year bachelor's degree Minimum two years of relevant full-time work experience
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Two letters of reference
  • CV/Resume
  • GMAT or GRE score
  • Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Department of Business Administration (MBA program)