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Paul Nitsch is the Carolyn G. McMahon Professor of Music and Macavity Artist-in-Residence at Queens University of Charlotte's College of Arts & Sciences, where he has taught since 1977. His career spans performance, artistic direction, and education, with leadership roles at institutions like Garth Newel Music Center, Fontana Concert Society, and the Swannanoa Chamber Music Festival (from which he retired as Executive Director). He co-founded the Bechtler Ensemble in collaboration with the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art.
Education
- D.M.A. in Collaborative Piano, Cleveland Institute of Music
- M.Mus. and B.Mus. in Piano Performance, Peabody Conservatory of Music
- Fulbright Scholar at Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst, Vienna
Research Focus
Dr. Nitsch specializes in piano-centric chamber music, emphasizing both classical repertoire and contemporary commissioned works. His collaborative performances with ensembles like the Solaris Wind Quintet and Cavani String Quartet explore interpretive depth and cross-genre innovation, frequently broadcast on national platforms including NPR.
Awards
- Two Fulbright Scholarship Grants for advanced study in Austria
- ASCAP recognition for pioneering concert programming
Mentorship
His students routinely gain admission to elite institutions (e.g., Juilliard, Curtis Institute, Yale) and win top regional competition prizes, reflecting his pedagogical impact.
Professional Engagements
He adjudicates national competitions (Fischoff, Wolff-Bing) and serves as guest faculty at festivals including Bennington Chamber Music Conference and Palmetto International Piano Festival.
