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Eric Millstein is an Adjunct Lecturer at DePaul University's School of Music since 2004 and faculty at the Curtis Institute of Music since 2014. He performs as a percussionist with the Lyric Opera of Chicago and Chicago Symphony Orchestra, and served as principal percussionist of the Grant Park Music Festival from 2002-2019.
His academic credentials include:
- Bachelor of Music from New England Conservatory
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy from Tufts University
- Master of Music from Temple University
Millstein specializes in orchestral percussion performance and pedagogy, with expertise in repertoire development and performance techniques. His professional focus bridges practical orchestral experience with educational methodologies for percussionists, emphasizing real-world application in symphonic settings.
His publication The Little Book of Orchestral Percussion (2020) establishes foundational knowledge for orchestral percussion literature. This work reflects his commitment to distilling complex performance practices into accessible educational resources, addressing core challenges faced by percussionists in professional orchestras.
Millstein teaches Applied Percussion and Percussion Orchestral Repertoire at DePaul, mentoring emerging percussionists through performance-based instruction. His pedagogical approach integrates decades of orchestral experience with structured studio training, preparing students for professional careers in classical music performance.
