Cultivating Sound, Code, & Inquiry
An inviting academic space dedicated to the intersection of creative music technology, software engineering, and interdisciplinary mentorship.
Education is not the filling of a vessel, but the starting of a fire—especially when that fire is fueled by the logic of code and the soul of music.
Pedagogical Approach
Fostering Agency through Interdisciplinary Play
Holistic Mentorship
My teaching philosophy centers on the student as a whole practitioner. Whether teaching harmonic analysis or full-stack development, I emphasize the 'why' behind the 'how', encouraging students to find their unique voice within technical constraints.
Iterative Learning
I view the classroom as a laboratory. Failure is rebranded as 'debugging'—a necessary step in the creative and technical process. My courses are built on rapid prototyping, peer review, and reflective practice.
Academic Journey
Chronological Course History & Faculty Roles
Advanced Creative Coding
University of Digital Arts. Exploring the intersection of generative visuals and spatial audio using Max/MSP and WebGL.
History of Electronic Music
Conservatory of Sound. A critical survey from early Musique Concrète to contemporary AI-driven synthesis.
Introduction to Web Development
Tech Institute. Teaching the fundamentals of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript with a focus on accessibility and semantic structure.
Music Theory & Composition
State University. Foundation courses covering tonal harmony, counterpoint, and contemporary orchestration techniques.
Teaching Resources
Complete course materials and pedagogical toolkits
Syllabus: Interaction Design
A comprehensive 15-week guide to user experience, focusing on musical interfaces and gestural control.
- Reading List (PDF)
- Assignment Briefs
- grading Rubrics
Coding for Composers
Python and SuperCollider scripts for automated score generation and sonic exploration.
Assessment Toolkit
A collection of creative rubrics designed to evaluate artistic work without stifling experimentation.
Mentorship Handbook
Best practices for one-on-one professional development and graduate thesis supervision.
Student Spotlight
Exceptional work produced under my supervision
Course Design Case Studies
Innovation in the classroom and curriculum development
Pivoting to Hybrid Music Tech
Redesigning a traditionally studio-based course for a global hybrid audience. Challenges included latency-free collaborative performance and equitable access to specialized hardware.
Open-Source Portfolio Exam
Replacing traditional finals with a public GitHub portfolio, preparing students for professional entry.
Accessible UI Lab
Integrating WCAG standards directly into the primary coding curriculum from day one.
Student & Peer Voices
Feedback on mentorship and teaching style
"Dr. Vane doesn't just teach you how to write code; they teach you how to think like an artist who happens to use code as their brush."
"A rare educator who bridges the gap between high-level academic theory and practical, industry-standard technical skills."
"The mentorship I received during my thesis was transformative. I felt seen as a professional peer rather than just a student."
Let's Collaborate
Seeking a guest lecturer or curriculum consultant?
I am always open to discussing new pedagogical challenges, curriculum design projects, or guest speaking opportunities at the intersection of music and technology.
- Guest Lectures
- Curriculum Design
- Thesis Supervision