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Dr. Susan Ha is an Associate Professor of Music/Piano at Norfolk State University (NSU), located within the Department of Visual and Performing Arts, College of Liberal Arts. She serves as Coordinator of Piano and previously chaired the department (2021–2024), securing over $300,000 in grants. Her roles include teaching Applied Piano, Collaborative Piano, Harmony & Keyboard, Piano Literature, and Piano Pedagogy.
Education:
- D.M.A. and M.M. in Piano Performance, University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (cognates in Music Theory and Piano Pedagogy)
- B.M. in Piano Performance (with honors), James Madison University
Research & Performance: A prominent pianist with engagements at Carnegie Hall, Interlochen Center for the Arts, and international festivals. Specializes in solo, chamber, and orchestral performance, with expertise in 21st-century music and collaborative arts. Advocates for arts education through adjudication, masterclasses, and community initiatives like the Challenging Performances Series and Glendale Fine Music.
Awards & Recognition:
- Recipient of major piano competition prizes including American Protégé and Art of Piano Liszt
- ET’s AP Music Theory Exam Rater since 2016
- Student achievements: $10,000 scholarship winner (2024 GRAMMY recognition) and World Piano Conference poster presentations
Administration & Outreach: Revitalized NSU’s piano program, fostering graduates in academia, public schools, and arts organizations. Hosted renowned artists via professional networks. Co-founded arts initiatives and led grant-funded programs.
