Dr. Tim Chenette, professor of music theory at Utah State University, is this year's guest speaker for the annual William Poland Lecture which will be held Thursday, Feb. 26 in Timashev Recital Hall. The title of his presentation is "How in the World Do People Identify Chords by Ear?"
Chenette specializes in music theory pedagogy with an emphasis on aural training, as well as the analysis of Medieval and Renaissance music. He is currently the chair of the SMT Music Theory Pedagogy Interest Group.
Chenette's connections to Ohio State run deep. His grandfather, Louis Chenette, received his PhD in music theory from Ohio State in 1968, under the advisement of Norman Phelps and the great William Poland himself. This summer, Chenette joined Anna Gawboy, associate professor and coordinator of music theory, in reviving and co-editing the journal Engaging Students: Essays in Music Pedagogy, which is published by Ohio State University Libraries, and the long-awaited Volume 9 was published in autumn 2025.
This lecture is free and open to the public. No ticket required.
The William Poland Lecture Series provides an opportunity for members of the School of Music and the university-at-large to hear distinguished scholars in music theory and related fields.
All events are subject to change.
Getting Here
Park in Arps Garage (open to visitors M–F after 4 p.m. and on weekends) just north of the Timashev Music building.
The Timashev Recital Hall is located on the ground floor, at the far north end of the building.
Driving and Parking Instructions
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