Prof Gary McPherson
Ormond Chair of Music
Melbourne Conservatorium of Music
233 Scholarly works
9 Projects
HIGHLIGHTS
2026
Journal article
Genetic and Environmental Influences on Singing Self-Evaluation and its Relationship with Singing Ability: An Australian Twin Study
DOI: 10.1007/s10519-026-10254-42025
Journal article
Issues and Approaches to Gifted Education in Specialist Music Programs Globally: Insights From Institutional Leaders
DOI: 10.1177/026142942513606142025
Journal article
“Go home and practice”: how shaping feedback to students can foster independent musicianship
DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2025.17052952024
Journal article
Twin Data Support a Sensitive Period for Singing Ability
DOI: 10.1017/thg.2024.302024
Journal article
Sources of self-efficacy in class and studio music lessons
DOI: 10.1177/1321103X2211232342020
Research grants (ARC, NHMRC, MRFF)
Discovering Genes for Singing Ability in Australian Families
2017
Research Grant
The Genetic Basis of Singing Ability: A Twin Study.
RECENT SCHOLARLY WORKS
2024
Journal article
Can motivation and intentions of parental support predict musical achievement before the commencement of musical studies at the elementary school level?
DOI: 10.1177/025576142311514462024
Journal article
Using a music microanalysis protocol to enhance instrumental practice
DOI: 10.3389/fpsyg.2024.13680742024
Journal article
Teacher Feedback in Collegiate Instrumental Music Lessons
DOI: 10.1177/002242942412650142023
Journal article
How accurate are self-evaluations of singing ability?
DOI: 10.1111/nyas.150812023
Book Chapter
Reconsidering musical ability development through the lens of diversity and bias
DOI: 10.1093/oxfordhb/9780197611654.013.37
RECENT PROJECTS
2017
Research Grant
The Genetic Basis of Singing Ability: A Twin Study.
2015
Research Grant
Understanding Motivation and Practice Quality in Elite Music Performance
2015
Research Grant
Building Resilient School Communities Through Tailored Arts Programs.