Dr. Paul Théberge

Biography

Paul Théberge is a Professor and Canada Research Chair in the School of Music at Carleton University, where he specializes in interdisciplinary studies intersecting music, technology, and culture. His teaching encompasses courses on technology and culture in the Ph.D. program in Cultural Mediations, as well as sound studies in music and sound film/television within the Film Studies program. Théberge’s research interests prominently feature the interactions between music and technology, particularly the role of the Internet in shaping musical practices, and how sound is utilized in visual media. He has contributed extensively to various anthologies and journals in the fields of cultural studies and communication. His published works reflect a diverse range of topics within the realms of sound and music studies, including the historical evolution of recording technologies and their cultural implications, as well as in-depth analyses of sound perception in contemporary media contexts. His books and recordings, notably the productions featuring Glenn Gould, underscore his engagement with both academic inquiry and practical artistry in music production.

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