Educational Science
Interdisciplinary Studies
Behavioral Science
Psychology
Data Science
Music
History
Integrated Studies
International Letters and Cultures
Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance
Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
Social and Behavioral Science
Interdisciplinary Studies
Behavioral Science
Psychology
Data Science
Music
History
Integrated Studies
International Letters and Cultures
Interdisciplinary Arts and Performance
Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences
Social and Behavioral Science
-ASU Online Barrett Honors Students (fully remote work)
-4th Year Students- Seniors
-4th Year Students- Seniors
199
Tempe
Fully remote/Remote considered
A Performer’s Guide to Learning examines how musicians and other performers achieve peak performance by cultivating powerful interdisciplinary learning practices drawn from a wide array of musical and non-musical domains, including history, cultural studies, cognitive neuroscience, psychology, and motor learning. The project investigates the intricate relationship between learning, intuition, preparation, and reflection in expert artistic performance.
The Barrett College Fellow will contribute to a book-length research project that clarifies how learning processes—before, during, and beyond the practice room—shape high-level musical performance, helping to articulate a performer-centered framework that bridges research, artistic practice, and professional development.
This opportunity is open to students interested in the intersection of the art and science of learning. The Fellow will conduct a guided literature review in selected areas of the learning sciences, humanities, and creative arts aligned with the student’s interests, which may include:
Motor learning, skill acquisition, and memory
• Cognitive neuroscience
• Peak performance
• Reflection and metacognition
• Performer-centered pedagogy
• Historical models of learning among artists
In addition to gaining foundational experience in interdisciplinary research, synthesis, and scholarly communication, the Fellow will work with the faculty mentor to translate this research for public-facing and educational contexts.
The Barrett College Fellow will contribute to a book-length research project that clarifies how learning processes—before, during, and beyond the practice room—shape high-level musical performance, helping to articulate a performer-centered framework that bridges research, artistic practice, and professional development.
This opportunity is open to students interested in the intersection of the art and science of learning. The Fellow will conduct a guided literature review in selected areas of the learning sciences, humanities, and creative arts aligned with the student’s interests, which may include:
Motor learning, skill acquisition, and memory
• Cognitive neuroscience
• Peak performance
• Reflection and metacognition
• Performer-centered pedagogy
• Historical models of learning among artists
In addition to gaining foundational experience in interdisciplinary research, synthesis, and scholarly communication, the Fellow will work with the faculty mentor to translate this research for public-facing and educational contexts.
Interest in cognitive neurology, neuroscience, and/or motor learning
Interest in musical performance (no musical skills are necessary)
Ability to read, synthesize, and summarize academic research
Curiosity
Growth Mindset
Organizational ability
Initiative and proactivity
Interest in musical performance (no musical skills are necessary)
Ability to read, synthesize, and summarize academic research
Curiosity
Growth Mindset
Organizational ability
Initiative and proactivity
Michael Compitello
Tempe; Fully remote; Flexible to remote and/or in-person