Phyllis Lehrer Piano Pedagogy & Artistry Fund

We would like to thank Mary Bloom and Michelle Aalders for tributes shared here with this post of the Phyllis Lehrer Piano Pedagogy & Artistry Fund. Phyllis’ legacy as a teacher, mentor, pianist, and colleague is unquestionable. We are honored to celebrate her work through the creation of this new fund in her name. To donate to the fund, click here. Learn more below!

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/ 

Meet the People She’s Inspired

Mary Bloom

I have known Phyllis for over 40 years and have many memories of her! These memories include lessons at Westminster Choir College, time at the New School for Music Study, feeding her students dinner at her home, and meeting at conferences. What stands out to me is that I have never seen her without that beautiful smile on her face! Congrats and love to Phyllis!

Michelle Aalders

Phyllis was one of my favorite teachers. She was so generous with her time and her talent. I admired how she was able to balance a huge workload with performing and teaching. Even though I was only able to study with her for the two years that I did my master’s in piano pedagogy and performance, the time I did have with her was incredibly special. And I will always value the wonderful seeds that she planted in me, both as a pianist and a teacher. Her contribution to the field is overwhelming, and I am delighted that this honor has been set up for her.

Your gift ensures Phyllis’s inspiring work continues for generations to come.