Abstract Analysis
Combining the topics of group theory with musical analysis of post-tonal music.
Mathemusik
/m a t ə m ʊ z I k/
Mathemusik is the combination of the German words "Mathematik" and "Musik" reflecting my two interests in the subjects. My name is Danielle Wood, and I am a music major pursuing research in innovative education for mathematics and for music. Below are resources to explore the current projects I am working on. Enjoy!
Current Projects
Listen, Learn, Ligeti
Utilizing archival research to better understand Ligeti's compositional process with his Horn Trio.
Ongoing Projects
Math in Music
Mathematically analyzing an excerpt of music and applying the learned concepts towards middle school math classes.
Critical Reasoning in the Mathematics Classroom
Investigates teaching techniques such as video lectures, increased class engagement, and student initiative.