Prof. Dr. Gunter Kreutz, a distinguished musicologist, earned his doctorate in 1996 from the University of Bremen with a groundbreaking thesis on ‘Musikalische Phrasierung aus historischer und kognitionspsychologischer Sicht’ (Musical Phrasing from Historical and Cognitive Psychological Perspectives). Recognized for his scholarly excellence, he achieved habilitation at Goethe-University, Frankfurt, in 2004, through the accumulation of 12 impactful articles. This accomplishment solidified his expertise in the field. Prof. Kreutz’s contributions have significantly advanced our understanding of music, blending historical insights with cognitive psychology. His academic journey reflects a commitment to exploring the intricate intersections of music and cognition. 🎓🎵🧠
Postgraduate Professional Career:
In 2008, Prof. Dr. Gunter Kreutz achieved the esteemed position of full professor (W3) at Carl von Ossietzky University, specializing in Systematic Musicology. Simultaneously, his global influence expanded as a Research Fellow at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, UK. Earlier, from 2006 to 2008, he served as an Associate Researcher at Goethe-University Frankfurt, contributing significantly to the institution’s research endeavors. Notably, from 1998 to 2006, Prof. Kreutz played a pivotal role as a Research Associate at Goethe-University, Frankfurt, showcasing his enduring commitment to advancing musical scholarship. His diverse roles underscore a career marked by academic distinction and international collaboration. 🎓🌐🎵
Awards and Positions:
In 2019, Prof. Dr. Gunter Kreutz earned the prestigious Best Paper Award from the pairfam-association, a testament to his outstanding contributions in the field. As a distinguished academic, he holds influential roles, serving on the editorial boards of key journals such as Music Perception, Psychology of Music, Journal of Music Therapy, Musicae Scientiae, and Arts & Health. Prof. Kreutz is widely recognized as a meticulous reviewer, contributing to journals like Psychoneuroendocrinology, Frontiers in Psychology (where he also serves as an Action Editor), Trends in Cognitive Sciences, Psychological Bulletin, and more. Additionally, he serves as the Director of the PhD program for cultural studies at the School of Linguistic and Cultural Studies, Carl von Ossietzky University Oldenburg, showcasing his commitment to nurturing the next generation of scholars. 🏆📚🎶
Research focus:
Prof. Dr. Gunter Kreutz’s research spans diverse domains within music psychology and health. His work with Feldhaus explores the impact of parent–child relationships on musical activity in families. Additionally, in collaboration with Habibi and others, he delves into music-based interventions in community settings, navigating the delicate balance between rigor and ecological validity. The study by Busse, Hennies, Kreutz, and Roden investigates learning grammar through singing in EFL primary school learners. Kreutz and Nater contribute to the health discourse, emphasizing the benefits of engaging with music, while his collaborative work with MacDonald and Mitchell focuses on the broader intersection of music, health, and wellbeing. 🎵🧠🏥
Publication Top Notes:
- Kreutz, G. & Feldhaus, M. (2023). The influence of parent–child relationships on musical activity in the family. Findings from a longitudinal panel study. Music & Science, (6), 1-17. DOI: 10.1177/20592043221149351 – Not yet cited.
- Habibi, A., Kreutz, G., Russo, F. & Tervaniemi, M. (2022). Music-based interventions in community settings: Navigating the tension between rigor and ecological validity. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences. DOI: 10.1111/nyas.14908 – Not yet cited.
- Busse, V., Hennies, C., Kreutz, G., & Roden, R. (2021). Learning grammar through singing? An intervention with EFL primary school learners. Learning and Instruction. Volume 71, 101372 – Not yet cited.
- Kreutz, G. & Nater, U. (2021). The Health Benefits of Engaging with Music. In A. Creech & D. A. Hodges (eds.), Routledge International Handbook of Music Psychology in Education and the Community (pp. 68-79). London: Routledge – Not yet cited.
- R.A.R. MacDonald, G. Kreutz & L.A. Mitchell (eds.) (2012). Music, Health and Wellbeing. New York: Oxford University Press – Not applicable for cited by. 📚🔗✨