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Kofi Gbolonyo joined the University of British Columbia (UBC) School of Music as a Lecturer in September 2009, following the completion of his PhD in Ethnomusicology and a Graduate Certificate in African Studies from the University of Pittsburgh. He teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in Ethnomusicology as part of the UBC African Studies Minor Program and directs the UBC African Music Dance Ensemble. Gbolonyo's research focuses on West African traditional music and dance, particularly concerning Ewe indigenous knowledge, culture, and Orff-Schulwerk pedagogy. He is an internationally recognized music educator and clinician, actively leading workshops and presenting scholarly papers at annual meetings of professional associations. His extensive teaching experience spans various countries across Africa, Europe, South America, and Asia, promoting multicultural music education. He also founded the Nunya Music Academy and co-founded the Adanu Habobo Orff-Afrique Summer Programs in Ghana, highlighting his commitment to fostering music education and cultural exchange.
University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Ethnomusicology and directing African Music Dance Ensemble.
African Music and Dance Ensemble, University of Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA
Directed the African Music and Dance Ensemble while pursuing graduate studies.
Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.