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Joseph Rackers is a Professor of Piano at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester. As an acclaimed pianist, he performs internationally and co-founded the Southeastern Piano Festival, serving as Artistic Director of the Vivace Music Foundation. His career spans performances across 50 U.S. states and 10+ countries, including Shanghai Conservatory, Kiev International Music Festival, and Carnegie Hall recitals.
- Active as chamber musician in Lomazov/Rackers Piano Duo
- Masterclasses at Indiana University, University of Michigan, and global conservatories
- Recognized by Music Teachers National Association and College Music Society
His teaching excellence is evidenced by students winning top awards at competitions like Bonn Beethoven, Leipzig Bach, and MTNA National Competition. Rackers’ recordings on labels such as MSR Classics and Steinway Spirio have received critical acclaim, with Gramophone praising his "assured and centered pianism" and American Record Guide highlighting his "dead-on ensemble" in duo performances.
Scientific & Professional Recognition
- Second Prize, Ellis Competition for Duo Pianists
- South Carolina legislative honors for arts leadership
- Official Steinway Artist status
Rackers earned Doctor of Musical Arts and Master of Music degrees at Eastman, where he received the Performer’s Certificate. He continues to influence global music education through festivals, competitions, and his collaborative piano duo.
