A Deweyan Experience Economy for Higher Education: The Case of the Australian Indie 100 Music Event

Phil Graham is professor and head of music at Queensland University of Technology. He has published across a wide range of areas, including political economy, linguistics, and education. Prior to entering academia, Phil had a lengthy career as a professional musician, composer, and producer.

Michael Dezuanni is a senior lecturer and researcher in the field of digital cultures and education. He is the deputy director of Queensland University of Technology’s Children and Youth Research Centre. He is a joint appointment of the Faculty of Education and the Creative Industries Faculty. The aim of both his teaching and research is to explore the most effective, productive, and meaningful ways for individuals to gain knowledge and understanding of the media and technologies in their lives.

Andy Arthurs is a professor of music and sound in the Creative Industries Faculty at Queensland University of Technology. He has a professional background in recording, songwriting, composition, and performance, and he is cofounder and producer of DeepBlue, a new experiential, immersive, and innovative orchestra, which forms the basis of much of his research.

Greg Hearn is research professor in the Creative Industries Faculty at Queensland University of Technology. His work focuses on policy development and research and development for new technologies and services in the creative industries. He has authored or coauthored over twenty-five major research reports and books. He is the leader of the Creative Workforce 2.0 program in the ARC Center of Excellence for Creative Industries and Innovation. He works with universities and governments in South Africa, Brazil, and Brunei on creative-industries-related educational issues.