There’s a deep sense of creative innovation at SAE – lecturers work with students to realise their ideas and help them understand how to thrive in the industry. I love sharing my experience and inspiring young creatives to be bold with the work they create.
Bio
Dr Sean Foran is the Head of School, Sound (Audio & Music) at SAE University College Brisbane. An acclaimed composer, pianist, and educator, Sean has received ARIA and Q Music Jazz Award nominations, APRA awards, and international recognition. He has performed and composed across the UK, Europe, Asia, and Australasia, collaborating with leading jazz and classical artists and major institutions such as the Queensland Symphony Orchestra.
Holding a Doctorate in Musical Arts, Sean’s research focuses on improvisation, live electronics, contemporary music education, and collaborative creativity.
Qualifications
Sean Foran has completed the following qualifications:
Doctor of Musical Arts (Composition)
Griffith University
Master of Arts with Distinction (Jazz Performance)
Leeds College of Music
Graduate Certificate in Arts Administration
QUT
Bachelor of Music
Griffith University
