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Eeva Siljamäki
Dr Eeva Siljamäki believes in the potential of the arts as a transformational momentum and engagement for creating socially sustainable futures. She actively explores the interface of art and society, particularly from the perspective of enabling well-being and learning, both in research and in her practical pedagogical work.
About me
My main focus in 2023 to 2026 is to lead the Kone Foundation-funded research and development project "Improvisation as Transformational Momentum for Equity and Safety in School Communities". As a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, I am also continuing my research into socially engaged arts practice, such as professionalism and key skills in arts-based methods, training and thinking.
My research-based practice draws on my extensive artistic and pedagogical expertise in diverse contexts, ranging from choir leadership and performing vocalist to adult education, higher arts education, organizations, and health care. This combination has contributed to developing new methods and pedagogies, especially at the interface of art, well-being, and learning.
2021
Doctor of Music (DMus), Music Education (with Distinction), Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki, Finland
2021
Master of Culture and Arts, Cultural and Media Entrepreneurship, Turku University of Applied Sciences, Finland
2003
Master of Music (MuM), Music Education, Sibelius Academy, Finland
A detailed CV can be provided upon contact.
