Carson Landry

Carson Landry serves as Lecturer of Music and University Carillonist at the University of Rochester, performing on the Hopeman Carillon in Rush Rhees Library and teaching carillon performance to students. He actively leverages the instrument for social advocacy through performances by diverse composers and solidarity partnerships with community causes.

His academic preparation includes:

• Master’s degree in carillon performance from the University of Michigan (studied with Drs. Tiffany Ng and Pamela Ruiter-Feenstra)
• Diploma from the Royal Carillon School in Belgium (Fulbright scholar)
• BA in music studies from Principia College

Landry’s work centers on expanding carillon artistry through social justice frameworks, emphasizing underrepresented composers and community dialogue. His performances bridge historical carillon traditions with contemporary activism, creating unique public engagement opportunities that challenge conventional perceptions of the instrument.

Professional recognition includes:

• The Diapason magazine’s 20 Under 30 (2023)
• Fellowships at Bok Tower Gardens and Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon

As an educator, he trains emerging carillonneurs while serving the Guild of Carillonneurs in North America as corresponding secretary and chair of the Professionalism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee. His leadership drives initiatives promoting ethical standards and inclusive practices within the global carillon community.

Landry maintains an active performance schedule across the United States and Europe, using concerts to advance his mission of making carillon artistry relevant to modern social discourse through repertoire innovation and collaborative projects.