Frank Gunderson is a well-known musicology professor at Florida State University (FSU), having formerly taught at universities in Ohio and Michigan. His research and instructional interests are centered on the interaction between music and Intangible Cultural Heritage. African history, Islam, musical labor, veterans' issues, biographical approaches to music, refugee groups, and documentary films are among her other interests. Gunderson's work in academia has resulted in a noteworthy collection of writing credentials and audio recordings centered on his areas of interest. Many of his major works document East Africa's musical history, with a special focus on Tanzania and its musicians. He is particularly well-known for his work with the Society for Ethnomusicology and its scholarly journal, the Journal of Ethnomusicology.