Thomas Yee

Dr. Thomas Yee is a Professor of Music and Undergraduate Studies Chair at the University of Hawai’i at Mānoa’s Department of Music. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the Eastman School of Music and has taught at institutions including SUNY Buffalo. His performances span North America, Asia, and Europe, with notable engagements with orchestras like the Honolulu Symphony and Tchaikovsky Concerto. He specializes in piano performance and pedagogy, emphasizing classical and contemporary repertoire.

Education:

• Bachelor of Music, Memorial University of Newfoundland
• Master of Music, University of Colorado at Boulder
• Doctor of Musical Arts, Eastman School of Music

His research interests include piano technique, collaborative arts, and music education. He has received grants from the Liberace Foundation, Canada Council, and the University of Hawai’i Research Council. His students excel in competitions, with five winners of the Honolulu Symphony Concerto Competition and two Jack Kent Cooke awardees.

Awards:

• Horizon Award for Lifetime Achievement (under 35)
• Competition Special Prizes (Etude/Contemporary Work)

Teaching and grants highlight his dedication to mentorship. He collaborates with orchestras and festivals globally, including the Besparmak International Piano Competition in Cyprus.