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Qifan Wu is a Teaching Professor in Piano Performance at the College of Music and Media, Loyola University New Orleans, with a focus on instrumental studies. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts and a Master of Music degree from the University of North Texas and the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, respectively.
- Education: Doctor of Musical Arts in Piano Performance (University of North Texas), Master of Music in Piano Performance (Peabody Institute), Bachelor of Music in Piano Performance (University of Colorado Boulder)
His research interests center on piano performance, classical music adaptations, and pedagogical techniques. His recent scholarly work explores Brazilian modifications of Baroque and Classical elements in Alberto Nepomuceno's Piano Sonata in F Minor, Opus 9, alongside pedagogical presentations on refining pianistic techniques. Wu's articles highlight his expertise in musicology, classical piano, and cross-cultural compositions.
Scientific Awards:
- Artistic Excellence Award
- Scott McBurney Memorial Scholarship
- Doris Pridonoff Lehnert Piano Scholarship
- Global International Music Competition top prize
- International Chinese Piano Competition in Singapore top prize
- KAWAI Asia Piano Competition top prize
As an educator, Wu mentors musicians through collaborative concerts, serves as Vice President of the New Orleans Music Teachers Association, and contributes to professional societies like the American Liszt Society and Phi Pi Kappa Lambda. He also coordinates competitions and provides translation services for international events.
