Paul M. Patinka (they/them/Mx.), currently lives in Providence, RI, until July, 2026. Beginning this summer, Paul will be based in beautiful Chicago, IL, as a PhD student in Music Education at Northwestern University’s Bienen School of Music. They are a PAVA-Recognized Vocologist, an Associate Editor of the “Diverse Voices” column in the Journal of Singing with Zipporah Peddle, and work as a voice educator, researcher, and freelance musician. In their research, they examine diverse pedagogies and repertoire at the intersection of critical theory, music education, musicology, and vocology. They are a strong advocate for reimagining contemporary voice education pedagogies to include and celebrate diverse cultures and singing styles. Patinka has published collaborative and independent research in the College Music Symposium, Journal of Singing, Journal of Voice, and Studies in Musical Theatre.
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