About
Leslie Amper is a faculty member at the New England Conservatory (NEC), specializing in piano education within the Expanded Education Division. She holds a Master of Music with distinction from NEC and has developed a teaching philosophy emphasizing holistic musicianship, fostering independence through integrated skills of ear, hand, heart, and mind. Her pedagogical approach is influenced by mentors like Russell Sherman, focusing on individual talent development.
Amper maintains an active performance career spanning solo recitals, concertos, chamber music, and contemporary ensembles. She innovates through multi-media collaborations with visual arts, presented at institutions including the National Gallery of Art and Carnegie Mellon University. Her students have achieved professional success while retaining avocational enthusiasm.
Scientific awards include the National Endowment of the Arts Solo Recitalist Grant. While specific publications aren't listed, her work demonstrates interdisciplinary trends connecting music performance with technological and visual arts integration.
- Educational Background: MM with distinction, New England Conservatory
- Performance Specialties: Solo recitals, concertos, chamber music, piano duo repertoire, multimedia performances
- Teaching Philosophy: Focus on independent musicianship through holistic skill development
