Joshua Lee-Cummins blends a deep-rooted passion for music and sound with extensive academic and industry experience. As a singer, multi-instrumental musician and PhD candidate in Creative Music Practice at the University of Edinburgh, his practice-led research investigates musical identity and practices through an ethnomusicological and philosophical lens, offering fresh perspectives on audio-visual contemporary music praxes and methodologies for artists and musicians.
With a Master’s degree in Audio Production from Westminster University and a dual BA (Hons)/BMus in Popular Music from Falmouth University and Goldsmiths, University of London, Josh has cultivated a nuanced understanding of music's impact across various contexts.
Previously, Joshua has guided the academic journeys of hundreds of MA and BA students in the Creative and Music Industries, working with master's and undergraduate projects to bridge theory with practice. His practical work as a session musician and producer, alongside his role as an academic editor editing over a thousand scholarly papers, reflects a commitment to academic integrity and practice-based approaches.
Joshua's research interests include ethnomusicology, the formation of musical identity, semiotics, and counter-culture.
Upcoming Short Courses
Wednesday 13th August 2025
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
(London Time)
For the Voice Professional - Introduction To Open Source Qualitative and Quantitative Research Tools
Dr David Cane
Joshua Lee-Cummins
Open-source research tools are becoming increasingly vital in today’s landscape, offering accessible, transparent and cost-effective alternatives to proprietary software. For voice professionals such as singers, teachers, therapists and performers, this opens up valuable new ways to engage with research and evidence-informed practice. In this short course, join Joshua Lee-Cummins and Dr David Cane for an introduction to two powerful open-source tools: Taguette for qualitative coding and Jamovi for quantitative analysis. You will also be introduced to essential research concepts such as qualitative and quantitative coding, and gain a foundational understanding of key terms like p-values, validity and reliability.
Thursday 7th August 2025
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
(London Time)
Elevating Your Authentic Voice: Practical Audio & Video Setup for Voice Professionals!
Joshua Lee-Cummins
Host by our very own Josuha Lee Cummins, this practical session is designed for voice professionals such as singers, coaches, voiceover artists, educators, and content creators who want to capture and share their voice with greater clarity, confidence, and creative control. Whether you are creating teaching content, audition materials, performance videos, or building your online presence, this session will guide you through accessible techniques to improve the quality of your audio and video using tools you likely already own!
Past Short Courses
Tuesday 18th March 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday 25th March 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday 1st April 2025
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
(London Time)
Empowering Your Personal Brand and Expressing Identity: Practical Strategies for Voice Professionals
Joshua Lee-Cummins
This three-week course provides voice professionals with a structured and interactive approach to defining their identity, connecting with their audience, and implementing small but impactful changes to enhance their practice.