Research Outputs

  • Book Chapters

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2017). Selecting repertoire for beginner flute students in Malaysia. In P. Burnard, V. Ross, H. J. Minors, K. Powell, T. Dragovic, & E. Mackinlay (Eds.), Building intercultural and interdisciplinary bridges: Where theory meets research and practice (pp. 213-224). BIBACC Publishing. https://bibacc.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Building-Interdisciplinary-and-Intercultral-Bridges_compressed-updated-v_4.pdf

  • Refereed Journal Articles

    Lonsdale, K., Laakso, E.-L., & Tomlinson, V. (2014). Contributing factors, prevention, and management of playing-related musculoskeletal disorders among flute players internationally. Medical Problems of Performing Artists, 29(3), 155-162.

    Lonsdale, K., & Laakso, E.-L. (2014). Preventing flute playing-related musculoskeletal disorders: Applying ergonomic principles in individual and ensemble settings. Malaysian Music Journal, 3(1), 67-81. https://ejournal.upsi.edu.my/index.php/MJM/article/view/725

    Lonsdale, K., & Ong Kuan Boon. (2016). Playing-related health problems among instrumental music students at a university in Malaysia. Medical Problems of Performing Artists, 31(3), 152-160. http://dx.doi.org/10.21091/mppa.2016.3028

    Lonsdale, K. A., & Abadi, F. H. (2018). Challenges faced by woodwind players in Malaysia when practicing, rehearsing and performing while fasting during Ramadan: A case study. Medical Problems of Performing Artists, 33(3), 191-197. https://doi.org/10.21091/mppa.2018.3027

  • Proceedings

    Lonsdale, K. A. & Abadi, F. H. (2017). An Investigation into the performance challenges of Malaysian woodwind players while fasting: The need for a new study. In A. H. Ali, K. Ismail, M. Marzuki et al. (Eds), Proceedings: The 2nd International Conference on Communications, Media, Information Technology, Education, Environment, Tourism, Economics, Politics, Arts and Heritage, Terengganu, Malaysia, 85-89.

  • Conference Presentations (Selected)

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2013). Ergonomic considerations of music performance: Creating relevant occupational health and safety guidelines for musicians. Paper presented at the Innovation Challenges in Multidisciplinary Research and Practice, Kuala Lumpur.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2014). Performance-related Health Concerns Among Student Musicians at a University in Malaysia. [Paper presentation]. International Music and Performing Arts Conference (IMPAC), Tanjung Malim.

    Lonsdale, K. A., & Affendi Ramli. (2015). Incorporating injury prevention strategies into a new beginner flute method book. [Paper presentation]. A Career in the Spotlight: Enhancing Performance Health and Wellbeing (Australian Society for Performing Arts Healthcare). Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane.

    Lonsdale, K. A.. (2018). Collaborating with music arrangers towards creating new Asli music scores for flute, viola, piano and traditional drums. [Poster presentation]. National Research Seminar, Sultan Idris Education University, Malaysia. DOI: 10.13140/RG.2.2.28371.14884

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2018). The songs sung by my second great grandmother, an Australian immigrant in the late 1870s. [Paper presentation]. Australian National Association of Teachers of Singing (ANATS) Resonate Conference. Fairmont Resort, Leura, Australia.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2018). Workplace hazards at a university music department in Malaysia: The need for effective management of occupational health and safety. [Paper presentation]. Before and After the Spotlight: Performance Preparation and Recovery (Australian Society for Performing Arts Healthcare), Sydney, Australia.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2022). Reflecting on teaching instrumental, vocal and music theory lessons using the Zoom platform: An authoethnography. [Online Presentation]. 2nd International Music Livelihoods Symposium 2022, Griffith University.

  • Industry Journals

    Lonsdale, K, and Laakso, L. (2012). The unique physical challenges of playing the flute. In Touch (Australian Physiotherapy Association Journal), 3:20-22. https://www.academia.edu/5627452/The_Unique_Physical_Challenges_of_Playing_the_Flute

  • Flute Journals

    Lonsdale, K. (2008). Interview with Dutch flute maker, Maarten Visser. Flute Focus , 15 (July), 7-8.

    Lonsdale, K. (2008). Posture: Staying injury free. Flutewise, 77, 12-13.

    Lonsdale, K. (2009). A beginner flute to suit. Flute Focus.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2011). The Thumbport - Pros and cons of a flute modification device. Flute Focus.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2017). Starting early with injury prevention strategies: Incorporating non- playing, educational activities into flute lessons for young beginners. Flute Journal, Oct, p.1-12

  • Family History

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2020). Migration, music and mysteries. Lane Cove Historical Society (LCHS) Journal, 05(Dec), 64-80.

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2022). A coal miner and leading orchardist. Entries for the Croker Prize for Biography in 2022 . Theme: Where Did I Come From? Society of Australian Genealogists. https://sag.org.au/resources/Documents/Croker/Croker%202022%20Final.pdf

    Lonsdale, K. A. (2022). John Francis Soady: Railway labourer at Mullet Creek. Australian Railway History, December, 26-28.

  • Live Performances

    Date: 19 July, 2017 Event: Asia Pacific Symposium for Music Education Research (APSMER 2017) Venue: Hatten Hotel in Melaka. Title:

    Performers:

    Nakasari Ensemble Dr Karen Lonsdale (flute) Dr Yen-Lin Goh (piano) Violetta Ayderova (viola) Mohd Mustaqim Abdullah (rebana) Mohd Pauzi Majid (rebana)

    Programme:

    Pantun Budi (Traditional Malay; Arranged by Mustaqim Abdullah and Pauzi Majid)

    Laksamana Raja di Laut (Pak Ngah; Arranged by Vangelis Tika Spencer)

    Funding: This project was supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) through the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS 2016-0089-107-02). We thank the Malaysian government and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Sultan Idris Education University) for their generous support of our research project.

    Date: Tuesday, 20 February, 2018 Event: BrisAsia Festival Venue: Brisbane City Hall, Main Auditorium Title: Admiral King of the Sea

    Performers:

    Nakasari Ensemble Dr Karen Lonsdale (flute) Dr Yen-Lin Goh (piano) Violetta Ayderova (viola) Mohd Mustaqim Abdullah (rebana) Mohd Pauzi Majid (rebana)

    Programme:

    Pantun Budi (Arranged by Mustaqim Abdullah and Pauzi Majid)

    Dondang Sayang (Traditional Malay; Arranged by Nazmi Muzaffah and Pauzi Majid)

    Asian Folk Song Medley (Traditional; Arranged by Vangelis Tika Spencer)

    Tanjung Putri (Ali Othman; Arranged by Adib Bunyamin)

    Bunga Tanjung (Traditional Malay, Arranged by Pauzi Majid)

    Rancak Bertemu (Hamzah Dolmat; Arranged by Izaidin Zainudin)

    Laksamana Raja di Laut (Pak Ngah; Arranged by Vangelis Tika Spencer)

    Funding: This project was supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) through the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS 2016-0089-107-02). We thank the Malaysian government and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Sultan Idris Education University) for their generous support of our research project.

    Date: 10-12 May, 2018

    Event: 29th International Invention, Innovation & Technology Exhibition, Malaysia

    Nakasari Ensemble Dr Karen Lonsdale (flute) Dr Yen-Lin Goh (piano) Violetta Ayderova (viola) Mohd Mustaqim Abdullah (rebana) Mohd Pauzi Majid (rebana)

    Pantun Budi (Arranged by Mustaqim Abdullah and Pauzi Majid)

    Performances in the Exhibition Hall:

    Dondang Sayang (Traditional Malay; Arranged by Nazmi Muzaffah and Pauzi Majid)

    Tanjung Putri (Ali Othman; Arranged by Adib Bunyamin)

    Bunga Tanjung (Traditional Malay, Arranged by Pauzi Majid)

    Rancak Bertemu (Hamzah Dolmat; Arranged by Izaidin Zainudin)

    Laksamana Raja di Laut (Pak Ngah; Arranged by Vangelis Tika Spencer)

    Funding: This project was supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) through the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS 2016-0089-107-02). We thank the Malaysian government and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Sultan Idris Education University) for their generous support of our research project.

    Date: Sunday, 1 October, 2023 Event: Australian Flute Festival Venue: Verbruggen Hall, Sydney Conservatorium Title: Recital

    Performers: Dr Karen Lonsdale (flute) Brijette Tubb (flute) Dr Anna Rutkowska-Schock (piano) Maharshi Raval (tabla)

    Programme:

    Bunga Tanjung (Traditional Malay; Arranged by Pauzi Majid)

    Rancak Bertemu (Hamzah Dolmat; Arranged by Izaidin Zainudin)

    Pantun Budi (Traditional Malay; Arranged by Mustaqim Abdullah and Pauzi Majid)

    Tanjung Putri (Ali Othman; Arranged by Adib Bunyamin)

    Laksamana Raja di Laut (Pak Ngah; Arranged by Vangelis Tika Spencer)

    Funding: This project was supported by the Ministry of Education (MOE) through the Fundamental Research Grant Scheme (FRGS 2016-0089-107-02). We thank the Malaysian government and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (Sultan Idris Education University) for their generous support of our research project.