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Taiwanese-American pianist Fantee Jones serves on the faculty at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music (Pre-College) as a Pre-College Music Associate, while also directing the United States Open Music Competition (USOMC) and teaching at Legato Music School in San Jose with a private studio in Sacramento.
Her academic credentials include:
- Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Piano Performance and Literature with Piano Pedagogy minor, Eastman School of Music (2022)
- Master of Musical Arts (MMA), Yale School of Music (Elizabeth Parisot Prize recipient)
- Master of Music (MM), The Juilliard School
- Bachelor of Music (BM), Manhattan School of Music (Roy M. Rubinstein Prize recipient)
Ms. Jones specializes in classical piano performance, focusing on interpretive depth in Schubert, Schumann, and Chopin repertoire, while advancing piano pedagogy through structured technical training. Her artistic philosophy prioritizes emotional authenticity alongside rigorous technique, reflected in her frequent citation of Beethoven's maxim: "To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable." She actively promotes youth development through competition frameworks and personalized mentorship.
Her competitive achievements feature prominently:
- 1st Prize and "Best Execution of a Classical Piece" at Città di San Donà di Piave International Piano Competition
- 5th Prize at XII Darmstadt International Chopin Piano Competition
- Winner of Eastman School of Music Concerto Competition
- Top prizes in Gina Bachauer Young Artists, Lagny-sur-Marne, and Los Angeles International Piano Competitions
- Winner of PianoTexas International Young Artists Concerto Competition
As an educator, Ms. Jones guides students across SFCM Pre-College, Legato Music School, and her private studio, while leading USOMC's three-decade mission to support Northern California youth musicians. Her performance career spans Carnegie Weill Hall, Benaroya Hall, and international venues across Asia, Europe, and Australia, demonstrating sustained artistic engagement beyond academic roles.
