Collegiate Resources
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question Calling all collegiate students! Looking for more information about how The Frances Clark Center can help you as you navigate the early stages of your career? Look no further. In this article, we will share information and...
Episode 1: Karen Zorn
Join Karen Zorn, President of Longy School of Music, and Jennifer Snow, CEO of the Frances Clark Center, as they discuss advocacy, leadership, and the future of music as a transformative force in the world. https://media.blubrry.com/3232533/content.blubrry.com/3232533/Karen_Zorn_Podcast_Audio_for_Upload.mp3Podcast: Play in new window
Winter 2024: Piano News from Around the Globe
Winter 2024; Vol. 15, No. 4
Journal of Piano Research Invites Submissions
PRESS RELEASE: 6 NOVEMBER 2023 The Frances Clark Center for Keyboard Pedagogy is pleased to invite submissions for the Journal of Piano Research, a new peer-reviewed research journal. The Journal of Piano Research fills the need for a high-quality source of research articles dedicated to...
Piano Inspires Kids Excerpt: Listening Guide for the 12 American Preludes by Ginastera
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question The Co-Editors-in-Chief of Piano Inspires Kids, Andrea McAlister and Sara Ernst, recently answered some questions about the new magazine for young pianists. Find out more about the magazine below and go to kids.pianoinspires.com to join our community of inspired music makers!...
5 Things to Discover about Hispanic Composers
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question 1. Manuel Ponce was the earliest internationally successful Mexican composer of classical music. The Mexican composer Manuel María Ponce Cuéllar was musically active in the first half of the 20th century. The European-influenced Ponce was the earliest...
Marvin Blickenstaff on Tour!
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question Jane Magrath with Marvin Blickenstaff Over the next ten days, Marvin Blickenstaff, along with Jennifer Snow and other staff from the Frances Clark Center, will tour Colorado, Utah, and Nevada. During this tour, Marvin will present “The...
Where can I find more resources about composers from Latin America?
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question Latin American piano music is rich in influences, traditional dance rhythms, and unique forms, making this music exciting for students of all abilities. From September 15-October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, a time to honor and...
The Frances Clark Center appoints Director of Institutional Engagement
PRESS RELEASE: 15 SEPTEMBER 2023 The Frances Clark Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Yeeseon Kwon as Director of Institutional Engagement. Dr. Kwon will be focused on our Young Professionals, mentorship, and opportunities for collaboration with institutions across the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Yeeseon...
Hats Off to You, George! | Honoring George Litterst
Discovery homeSign up for email updatessubmit a question George Litterst is a recipient of the 2023 Frances Clark Center Lifetime Achievement Award. His extensive contributions to the field of piano pedagogy are extraordinary and exemplify outstanding dedication to the field of music and piano teaching....
“Piano Inspires” Webinar: William Chapman Nyaho Interview
The Frances Clark Center was thrilled to welcome William Chapman Nyaho to our “Piano Inspires” Webinar series. Please enjoy his engaging conversation with Dr. Jennifer Snow, CEO of the Frances Clark Center, and we encourage you to join us for all of our upcoming webinars. https://pianoinspires.com/webinars/...
The 2023 Frances Clark Center Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
PRESS RELEASE: 15 FEBRUARY 2023 The Frances Clark Center recognizes Michelle Conda and George Litterst as recipients of the 2023 Frances Clark Center Lifetime Achievement Award. Their extensive contributions to the field of piano pedagogy are extraordinary. Their influence and impact on the profession are...
Tony Caramia and Susanna Garcia appointed to the Frances Clark Center Board of Trustees
PRESS RELEASE: 16 August 2022 Prof. Tony Caramia and Dr. Susanna Garcia appointed to the Frances Clark Center Board of Trustees The Frances Clark Center Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of two new board members; Tony Caramia and Susanna Garcia. “It...
The Frances Clark Center appoints Director of Development and Advancement
PRESS RELEASE: 20 October 2021 The Frances Clark Center appoints Director of Development and Advancement The Frances Clark Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Heather Smith as Director of Development and Advancement. “I am so grateful for the opportunity to serve our music...
The Frances Clark Center appoints Program Advisor of Advanced Repertoire
PRESS RELEASE: 7 September 2021 The Frances Clark Center appoints Program Advisor of Advanced Repertoire The Frances Clark Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Artina McCain as Program Advisor, Advanced Repertoire. In this role, Dr. McCain will be involved with advanced repertoire...