For nearly fifty years, Phyllis Lehrer has shaped the field of piano education through her teaching, mentorship, publications, and leadership. Her influence spans generations, touching the lives of her students and the countless individuals they now teach. The Phyllis Lehrer Piano Pedagogy & Artistry Fund supports high-quality teacher education and student programming that reflect the values Phyllis has championed throughout her distinguished career. This includes student enrichment opportunities at The New School for Music Study, including the Program for Excellence in Piano Study (PEPS), chamber music, and other emerging initiatives that support artistic growth and educational excellence.
Created to honor her extraordinary contributions, the fund ensures that Phyllis’s legacy continues to inspire the future of piano teaching and learning. Guided by her lifelong dedication to musical excellence, educational innovation, and the transformative power of teaching, the fund provides a lasting foundation for artistic growth and professional development in piano pedagogy.
Gifts can be made online at: https://pianoinspires.com/phyllis-lehrer/
A Tribute from Phyllis’s Daughter, Suzanne Lehrer
I am thrilled that we are honoring and celebrating my mother and her distinguished career in piano pedagogy this year, and I am deeply grateful for the love and support that made the creation of the Phyllis Lehrer Piano Pedagogy and Artistry Fund possible. My mother has been a lifelong advocate for excellence in piano teaching, inspiring me through her dedication to teaching, performing, researching, presenting, and continual learning.
As a pianist, her remarkable tone, thoughtful interpretations, and warmth of phrasing resonate in my ears. She is an exceptional soloist and chamber musician, and as a master pedagogue, she has a special ability to offer clear, practical solutions that deepen musical understanding, technical development, and expressive playing.
Through her work, my mother has influenced piano teachers around the world, shaping generations of students with her warm and insightful approach to piano pedagogy. Her passion for teaching and commitment to artistic growth have profoundly influenced her students and continue to inspire me every day.
Your gift ensures Phyllis’s inspiring work continues for generations to come.
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