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Marié Abe is an Associate Professor in the Department of Music at the University of California, Berkeley. Her scholarly work focuses on ethnomusicology and cultural anthropology, particularly examining the intersection of sound, public space, and sociality within contemporary urban life in Japan. Abe's research investigates the political and social ramifications of sound within various contexts, including social movements and everyday life. She emphasizes an engaged approach to critical listening, allowing individuals to recognize embedded social relations and silenced narratives. Her ethnographic work is informed by long-term commitments to engaging with communities in Japan and Ethiopia, utilizing these experiences to delve into themes of auditory culture, cultural memory, and affective politics. Additionally, she has produced public-facing ethnomusicological work, co-producing the Peabody Award-winning radio program 'Squeezebox Stories' which explores accordion music's cultural histories in California. Abe is committed to supporting her graduate students in developing their research projects and fostering their creative and analytical skills. She has held various fellowships and has taught at esteemed institutions such as Boston University and Harvard University.
University of California, Berkeley • Berkeley, CA
Teaching and research in Ethnomusicology with a focus on contemporary Japan and sound studies.
Boston University • Boston, MA
Advised doctoral students and conducted research in Ethnomusicology.
Harvard University • Cambridge, MA
Conducted research and taught courses in Ethnomusicology.
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