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Kristin Stephenson serves as an Adjunct Artist Affiliate in Music (Piano) at Bucknell University and teaches at Lycoming College in Williamsport, PA, while maintaining a private studio in State College, PA.
Her educational background includes an undergraduate degree from The Juilliard School and a D.M.A. in piano performance from Pennsylvania State University, where she received a University Graduate Fellowship.
Dr. Stephenson specializes in piano performance, music literature analysis, and sacred music traditions with expertise in hymn accompaniment and improvisation. As an active adjudicator, she frequently presents on performance techniques and historical music contexts across academic venues.
Her accolades include:
- First Prize at the International Young Artist Piano Competition (Washington D.C.)
- Penn State University Graduate Fellowship
Dr. Stephenson's pedagogical impact is evidenced by students winning competitions including the Steinway Society of Massachusetts Piano Competition, Connecticut International Young Artist Competition, and Music Teachers National Association State Competitions. Her performance career spans international venues such as Spain's concert halls, Germany's recital spaces, the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, and Alice Tully Hall at Lincoln Center.
