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Peter J. Thomas is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Cello at Carthage College and a multi-genre musician actively involved in performance, education, and community engagement. He has performed globally with ensembles like the 414 Quartet, Present Music, and the Carthage Trio, and co-founded MusiConnect, a pandemic-era music initiative recognized in 2021.
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
- Cleveland Institute of Music
His research interests span Cello Performance, Music Education, Chamber Music, and Music Technology, emphasizing innovative use of electric cello and collaborative projects across classical, indie-rock, and educational settings.
- Best Acoustic Musician (Shepherd Express, 2021)
- String Player of the Year (WAMI, 2012, 2015)
- Educator Award for Certificate of Excellence in Studio Music (Civic Music Milwaukee, 2018)
- Song of the Year (WAMI, 2019)
As an educator, Peter teaches at Carthage College, maintains a private cello studio, and instructs at summer festivals like CLAZZ (Italy) and the American Suzuki Institute. He has conducted master classes at institutions including the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities, Lawrence University, and UW-Stevens Point, while his students have earned significant accolades and scholarships.
