جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

Eduard Lennerمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Music Performance
• Piano Pedagogy
• Classical Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Eduard Lenner is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Keyboard Instruments, Faculty of Music and Dance, Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (VŠMU). He holds a Doctor of Arts (ArtD) degree and teaches piano performance and pedagogy. His roles include academic staff at VŠMU and teaching positions at Miloš Ruppeldt Elementary School of Art and the Academy of Performing Arts. Education: 2007–2012: Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts in Bratislava (class of Prof. Ida Černecká) 2012–2015: Doctoral studies under Prof. Ida Černecká 2001–2007: Church Conservatory in Bratislava (class of Mgr. Karol Toperczer) 1994–2001: Štefánikova Primary School Artistic Activity: A renowned pianist, Lenner performs solo recitals and collaborates with chamber ensembles and orchestras across Slovakia, Austria, Germany, and Italy. Notable performances include: Debut with the Slovak Philharmonic (2014) Bratislava Music Festival (2017) V4 International Piano Festival in Hungary (2018) Awards: Yamaha Scholarship (2008) Dean's Award for Academic Excellence Teaching & Mentorship: Instructs at Miloš Ruppeldt Elementary School of Art and the Academy of Performing Arts. His pedagogical focus emphasizes classical piano techniques and collaborative performance.

Ján Bullaمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Classical Music
• Dance Accompaniment
• Organ Performance
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Ján Bulla is a Lecturer and accompanist at the Department of Dance Production, Faculty of Music and Dance, Academy of Music and Dance in Bratislava. He has held this role since 2017 (full-time) after working externally since 2013. His academic background includes studies in composition, conducting, and organ at institutions like the Ján Levoslav Bella Conservatory (Banská Bystrica), Bratislava Conservatory, and the Academy of Music and Dance. He also teaches dance accompaniment and piano practice, starting in 2022. As a performer, Bulla specializes in organ music, collaborating with leading dance institutions such as the Slovak Folk Art Collective and Slovak Dance Theatre. He has performed internationally in Slovakia, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Austria, Germany, Poland, and Luxembourg, including notable venues like Kremnica Castle Organ and Vienna's Peterskirche. Since 2013, he has been the organist at Kremnica’s Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria and regularly performs at Baroque organ sites. His awards include a 1st place in the 2009 Slovak Young Organists Competition and a bronze award at the 1999 Ján Cikker Festival. Bulla maintains an active performance schedule, with upcoming concerts in 2024–2025, including a recital at Kremnica Castle Organ (July 2025). His pedagogical work focuses on bridging classical music performance with dance accompaniment, particularly in Slovak folk and historical dance traditions.

Branislav Malatinskýمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Music Education
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Branislav Malatinský is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Piano Collaboration, Faculty of Music and Dance, Slovak Academy of Performing Arts (VŠMU). He holds positions in multiple departments across VŠMU’s faculties, including the Department of Singing (Faculty of Music and Dance) and Department of Scenography (Faculty of Theatre). His workplaces include rooms 206, 207, 210, 210A, 211, and 212 at Zochova 1, Bratislava. Education: Studied piano at Bratislava Conservatory (1995–2001) and the Academy of Music (2001–2006), completing doctoral studies (2006–2009). Participated in a Socrates-Erasmus scholarship at Hannover’s Hochschule für Musik und Theater. Trained under notable pedagogues like Peter Toperczer, Sándor Falvai, and Alexander Malter. Research & Performance: Specializes in piano performance, chamber music, and interpretation techniques. Performs internationally with orchestras like Jugend Simfonie Orchester Bremen and collaborates in festivals such as JNHummel Chamber Days and SOOZVUK. Awards include recognition for interpretations of Slovak and Czech composers. Teaching: Taught at Hálkova Elementary School (2002–2021), Bratislava Conservatory (2020–present), and served as an assistant professor at the Academy of Music (2008–2021). Jury roles include ŠUČ 2010, Mia Voice Festival (2015–2016), and piano competitions Klavírna Senica and Sládkovičovo (2017–present). Artistic Work: Engages in solo recitals, chamber music collaborations, and contemporary music performances. Active in educational and artistic outreach across Slovakia and Europe.

Anthony Dean Griffeyمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Voice Pedagogy
• Opera Performance
• Classical Singing Techniques
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Anthony Dean Griffey is a Professor of Voice at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester (since 2015). He holds degrees from Wingate University, Eastman School of Music, Juilliard School, and was a member of the Metropolitan Opera’s Lindemann Young Artist Program. A renowned tenor, he has performed in major opera houses globally, including the Metropolitan Opera, Lyric Opera of Chicago, and Paris Opera. His roles span classical and modern operas, such as Peter Grimes, Of Mice and Men, and A Streetcar Named Desire, earning critical acclaim. Griffey’s career includes collaborations with conductors like Seiji Ozawa, James Levine, and Michael Tilson Thomas. He is a Grammy-winning recording artist, with notable albums including *Peter Grimes* (EMI Classics) and *A Streetcar Named Desire* (DG/Universal). He has also contributed to charitable causes and advocates for arts education. As an educator, his pedagogical expertise is recognized through his professorships at Eastman,UNC Chapel Hill, and UNC School of the Arts. His teaching emphasizes vocal technique and dramatic interpretation, with students advancing to prestigious programs and international stages. Griffey’s accolades include four Grammy Awards, a Helpmann Award, and induction into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame. He remains active in recitals, concert performances, and masterclasses worldwide.

Soojin Kangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Piano Performance
• Collaborative Piano
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Soojin Kang is an Assistant Professor of Collaborative Piano at the University of Rochester. She specializes in solo performance, chamber music, and collaborative work with vocalists and instrumentalists. Her career spans roles as a performer, educator, and coach. Education: Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA), Piano Performance, Michigan State University Master of Music, Boston Conservatory Bachelor of Music, Hanyang University (Seoul, South Korea) Research & Performance: Kang focuses on collaborative piano, emphasizing interdisciplinary artistry. She has performed at venues like Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall, Boston’s Fenway Center, and with the Jinju Philharmonic Orchestra. Her repertoire includes works by Alban Berg and J.S. Bach. She has also collaborated with the Boston Ballet in productions like In Blue Orchids and Bach to Bach . Awards: Recipient of over 15 international prizes, including top honors in the Boston Conservatory Honors Competition and Salzburg Grand Prize. Teaching & Leadership: Kang has served as a collaborative pianist at Interlochen Arts Center/Academy and has extensive coaching experience. She balances performance with mentorship, emphasizing musicality and technical precision. Labs/Teams: Active in chamber music ensembles and interdisciplinary collaborations, including work with dance and vocal artists.

Priscilla Yuenمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Music Performance
• Chamber Music
• Vocal Accompanying
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Priscilla Yuen is an Associate Professor of Collaborative Piano at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester, and concurrently serves on the piano faculty at Rochester Institute of Technology. She specializes in supporting instrumentalists and vocalists in recitals, competitions, and recordings. Her career spans solo, collaborative, and administrative roles. Education: Bachelor's from University of Missouri (studied with Dr. Peter Miyamoto), Master of Music in Piano Accompanying and Chamber Music from Eastman School of Music (studied with Dr. Jean Barr) Research interests focus on collaborative piano techniques, vocal accompanying, and chamber music performance. Her work emphasizes interdisciplinary partnerships with orchestral musicians and composers. Awards include the Jesse Kneisel Competition First Prize (date unspecified) and Barbara M.H. Koeng Award for vocal accompanying (Master's studies). Operational roles: Staff pianist/arts coordinator at New York State Music Festival (11 summers), Director of Operations at Odyssey Chamber Music Festival, Piano Fellow at The Quartet Program Labs/teams: Active in Eastman Community Music School programs and Eastman Performing Arts Medicine initiatives. Collaborates with prominent musicians like Mark Kellogg (Eastman trombonist) since 2016.

Alan Chowمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Piano Performance
• Classical Music
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Alan Chow is a Professor of Piano and Chair of the Piano Department at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester. A celebrated pianist and Steinway Artist, he has performed across five continents with orchestras such as the National Symphony and Hong Kong Philharmonic. His career includes solo recitals at Lincoln Center, Ravinia, and major festivals globally. Education: Bachelor’s Degree, University of Maryland (Co Valedictorian) Studies at Juilliard School under Sascha Gorodnitzki Indiana University with Menahem Pressler Mozarteum Sommerakademie (Carlo Zecchi) His professional focus spans concert performance, chamber music collaborations (with ensembles like the Escher String Quartet), and pedagogy. He is a guest professor at Beijing’s Central Conservatory and frequent adjudicator at competitions including the New Orleans International Piano Competition. Awards: Top prizes at Gina Bachauer, Kapell, and Concert Artists Guild Competitions Steinway Artist designation Charles Manning Prize for Performing Arts Teaching and outreach include masterclasses at conservatories worldwide and leadership in Eastman’s piano program. He co-founded the Cheng-Chow Trio and maintains active performance schedules in Asia and North America.

Ran Dankمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Piano Performance
• Contemporary Music
• Classical Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Ran Dank is an Associate Professor of Piano at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester . Renowned for his virtuosic and intellectually probing performances, he is a leading advocate for contemporary music, often premiering works by composers like Frederic Rzewski, Alexander Goehr, and Marc-André Hamelin. His collaborations with wife Soyeon Kate Lee highlight their commitment to modern repertoire. Notable honors include top prizes at major international competitions (Cleveland, Naumburg, Sydney, and Hilton Head) and recognition as a Young Concert Artists roster member. Dank’s performances, such as his acclaimed rendition of Rzewski’s The People United Will Never Be Defeated! , have been lauded as among the top performances of the year. His mentors include Emanuel Ax and Richard Goode. In addition to solo recitals and orchestral collaborations, Dank actively engages in chamber music and educational outreach. His performances blend technical mastery with deep interpretive insight, spanning from Baroque to avant-garde repertoires.

YooJin Jangمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Violin Performance
• Classical Music
• Chamber Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

YooJin Jang is an Assistant Professor of Violin at the Eastman School of Music (University of Rochester), specializing in violin performance and chamber music. She holds degrees from the Korean National University of Arts (BM) and New England Conservatory (MM, Graduate Diploma, Artist Diploma, DMA), studying under Nam Yun Kim and Miriam Fried. Highlights include winning the 2017 Concert Artists Guild and 2016 Sendai International Competitions, leading to international performances with orchestras like the Budapest Festival Orchestra and Tokyo Symphony. She co-founded the Kallaci String Quartet, recognized at Seoul's Kumho Art Hall and Spring Festival. Notable performances include Carnegie Hall and Jordan Hall debuts, Dame Myra Hess Memorial Series, and radio appearances on WQXR. Her recordings include Mendelssohn/Stravinsky concertos and a recital disc with pianist Kae Ozawa. Her awards include the Borromeo Quartet Guest Artist Award and Schloss Weikersheim Scholarship. She teaches orchestral repertoire and maintains active chamber music collaborations through Marlboro and Ravinia Festivals.

Stephen Kennedyمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Sacred Music
• Organ Performance
• Historical Keyboards
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Stephen Kennedy is an Assistant Professor of Sacred Music at the Eastman School of Music (University of Rochester) and Director of Music/Organist at Christ Church Rochester. He founded the Christ Church Schola Cantorum in 1997, specializing in Plainsong, Renaissance/romantic motets, contemporary music, and improvisation. The ensemble has been featured in international festivals, radio broadcasts, and collaborations with groups like Boston Early Music Festival Chamber Ensemble. Kennedy performs organ recitals (including improvisation-focused programs), composes works performed internationally, and creates interdisciplinary projects such as aleatoric silent film accompaniments. He has conducted workshops on chant and improvisation across the U.S. and abroad, and recently developed dance-accompanied scores like "Luma Voce" for Rochester City Ballet.

Francesca Barrittمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• Orchestral Playing
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Francesca Barritt is an instrumental and vocal tutor in the Department of Music at Royal Holloway, University of London. She holds a Master's degree from the Royal Academy of Music (2012) and has established a multifaceted career in music performance. Her roles include orchestral leadership, chamber music collaborations, and solo performances. Education: Master's from Royal Academy of Music (2012) Her research interests focus on violin performance across classical repertoires, chamber ensemble dynamics, and orchestral leadership. Notable collaborations include work with the Del Mar Piano Trio, Berkeley Ensemble, Ensemble Matisse, and Orchestra of St Paul's. She has performed at venues like Wigmore Hall and BBC Proms, with broadcasts on Radio 3. Awards highlight her contributions, including Park Lane Group recognition (2014-2015). Francesca's performances span solo works (e.g., Brahms, Beethoven) and orchestral leadership roles with groups like the City of London Sinfonia and Orchestra of the Swan. Recent engagements include Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending and tours of Brahms' Double Concerto. Labs/Teams: Active member of the Del Mar Piano Trio, Ensemble Matisse, Orchestra of St Paul's, and John Wilson Orchestra.

James Kirbyمشاهده پروفایل

مدرس

• Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Music Education
• +۳ مورد دیگر

James Kirby is a distinguished pianist and music educator, serving as a Piano Tutor at Royal Holloway, University of London, Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, and Eton College. His career spans solo performances, chamber music collaborations (notably with the Barbican Piano Trio), and jury roles in international competitions. He holds an Honorary Professorship at the Rachmaninov Institute, Tambov, Russia. Educated at the Moscow Conservatoire and Royal Academy of Music, his expertise includes Romantic-era repertoire and pedagogical innovation. Key roles: Solo pianist, chamber musician, competition adjudicator, and educator. Performance highlights: Tchaikovsky Competition semi-finalist, collaborations with orchestras like the Moscow Symphony, and Wigmore Hall recitals. Research interests emphasize piano technique, chamber music dynamics, and cross-cultural musical education. Awards include the Citta di Marsala Piano Competition First Prize. His writings and interviews explore pedagogy and Russian musical traditions, reflecting decades of teaching and performance.

Simon Wattertonمشاهده پروفایل

استاد مهمان

• Classical Music Performance
• Piano Pedagogy
• 19th Century Music
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Simon Watterton is a Visiting Professor of Piano at Royal Holloway, University of London and the University of Limerick. A renowned English pianist specializing in Beethoven, Mozart, and Schumann, he performs extensively as a soloist and chamber musician globally, with notable appearances at venues like London's Cadogan Hall and broadcasts on BBC Radio 3. His pedagogical work includes teaching at Royal Holloway and leading chamber music courses in Italy. As a scholar, he curated a Dover Publishing edition of Frank Bridge's piano works (2014). Education: Royal College of Music (Yonty Solomon), Purcell School of Music (Patsy Toh) Key Performances: Beethoven sonata cycles, Wigmore Hall appearances, Banff Centre collaborations Awards: Hopkinson Silver Medal, Marmaduke Barton Piano Prize His research interests bridge performance practice and musicology, with focus on classical/romantic repertoire. Upcoming projects include an 8-recital Beethoven sonata traversal at Riverhouse Barn (2020).

Sveinung Bjellandمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Classical Piano Performance
• Chamber Music
• Music Pedagogy
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Sveinung Bjelland is a Professor at the Department of Classical Music and Music Pedagogy, University of Agder, Norway. A celebrated classical pianist, he has performed extensively across Europe and been recognized for his refined interpretations of composers like Scarlatti and Mendelssohn. Department of Classical Music and Music Pedagogy Email: sveinung.t.bjelland@uia.no Phone: +47 38141909 | Mobile: +4792497636 Office: K3009, Universitetsveien 25, Kristiansand Bjelland's career highlights include his Scarlatti and Mendelssohn recording (Simax) nominated for the Spellemannprisen 2006, praised by Musicweb International and Classics Today for its poetic artistry. He studied under Hans Leygraf at Mozarteum (Salzburg) and Hochschule der Künste (Berlin), graduating with distinction. Active in both soloist and chamber music roles, Bjelland has collaborated with major orchestras under prominent conductors and partnered with tenor Daniel Behle for acclaimed recitals in London, Paris, and Frankfurt. He served as artistic director for Glogerfestspillene (2002-2008), elevating it to a significant Norwegian music festival.

• Music Education
• Violin Performance
• Chamber Music
• +۲ مورد دیگر

Dariusz Drzazga is an Assistant Professor at the Faculty of Arts , Maria Curie-Skłodowska University in Lublin, Poland. He works in the Department of Musical Education and Instrumental Pedagogy and has been employed at the Lublin Philharmonic since 1996 and UMCS since 1999. Education : Graduate of OSM I and II st. im. K. Lipińskiego in Lublin (1988) Master of Music in Violin from Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University (1995) Doctor of Musical Arts (2010), habilitacja (2020) from Katowice Academy of Music His research and artistic activities focus on violin performance , chamber music , and instrumental pedagogy . As a virtuoso violinist, he has performed internationally with ensembles like the Spoleto Festival Orchestra, National Philharmonic, and Lublin Philharmonic. He co-founded the Quintet "Tanguillo" specializing in Astor Piazzolla's music and collaborates with renowned artists in recitals like "Nuta w makijażu" with bard P. Selin. Dr. Drzazga has received multiple honors for his artistic contributions, including awards from the Lublin Philharmonic, Lubelskie Voivodeship, and the City of Lublin. He has participated in recordings with notable artists and contributed to film soundtracks such as "Pragnienie miłości" about Chopin. His work bridges academic music education with practical performance, including charity concerts and educational initiatives. Scientific Awards : Artistic Award named after St. Serwaczyński (2013) Honorary Badge 'Zasłużony dla Województwa Lubelskiego' (2015) Medal 'Zasłużony dla Miasta Lublin' (2020) He collaborates extensively with orchestras and festivals across Europe, Asia, and the Americas, contributing to albums and concert tours. His chamber music partnerships include formations with cellist S. Krzemień, pianist K. Garwoliński, and others, producing acclaimed recordings like "Andrzej Cwojdziński - Chamber Music" (2018).