Dr. Joel Speerstra

Biography

Joel Speerstra is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Gothenburg's Department of Music. His scholarly work focuses on historical keyboard instruments and their music, emphasizing performance practice, improvisation, and music theory in the context of the Baroque tradition. He has presented at numerous international conferences and festivals, showcasing his expertise in the music of composers such as Johann Kuhnau and the interpretative aspects of keyboard repertoire. Speerstra is also involved in organizing early keyboards academies and has contributed to publications in the field of musicology. He holds a keen interest in the intersection of performance and musicology, fostering a deeper understanding of historical music through practical workshops and lecture-recitals. He actively collaborates with other scholars and musicians, contributing to the vibrant academic community at the University of Gothenburg.

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