James Winn

James Winn, DMA is a Professor of Music and Piano at the University of Nevada, Reno since 1997, serving as Director of Keyboard Studies and Director of Compositional Studies. He performs internationally with renowned ensembles like Argenta Trio and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center. Winn specializes in new music, collaborating with Pulitzer Prize-winning composers and recording over three dozen CDs as soloist, chamber musician, and composer.

• Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Piano Performance

His research focuses on contemporary classical music performance, composition pedagogy, and historical performance practices. Notable works include compositions for solo violin, piano trios, and multimedia collaborations. He has pioneered new approaches to teaching composition through the university's Nevada Chamber Music Festival.

Winn's recording career highlights include world premiere recordings of works by Charles Wuorinen, David Felder, and Mario Davidovsky. His performances emphasize technical precision paired with deep interpretive insight, as noted by Musical America's comparison to the Lhevinne duo.

• Awards: Nevada State Council of the Arts Artist Fellowship (Year?), Governor's Award for Excellence in the Arts (Year?)

He leads Argenta Trio, directs university ensembles, and mentors emerging composers through collaborative projects. Current initiatives include expanding the university's chamber music curriculum and developing new works for contemporary instrumentation.