THE DILLER-QUAILE INSTITUTE: RESEARCH

The Diller-Quaile Institute conducts original research into the musical development of children, youth, and adults, teaching and learning, and related topics. We welcome inquiries from outside researchers and institutions that may be interested in partnering on research projects at Diller-Quaile; research proposals may be submitted to Diller-Quaile’s Institutional Review Board for review. Please contact cmoore@diller-quaile.org if you are interested in conducting research at Diller-Quaile.

Current Studies

Sing Me a Song: Characteristics of the Singing Voice in Early Childhood (Spring 2024)

Families with children up to age five are invited to participate in a study regarding young children’s singing development and behavior. To learn more about this study, click here.

Previous and ongoing Studies

An Analysis of the Early Childhood Music Teaching Profession, Phase 1 (2019-2020) and Phase 2 (2023-2024)

Pre-School Aged Children’s Instrument Playing and Singing Behavior in Music Classes (2019-2020)