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with Robert Weirich and Sean Chen, host (01/14/25)

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December is a time of giving and celebration. Holidays celebrated by cultures around the world fill this month with joy, reflection, and renewal. In addition to these celebrations, there are numerous birthdays and important events from piano history throughout December. Read below to discover more about a premiere, a famous work given copyright status, and ...

The timeless melody of Greensleeves has echoed through centuries, captivating listeners with its haunting beauty and rich history. While traditionally associated with the Renaissance era, this beloved folk tune has found a new life in a vibrant jazz arrangement. This reimagined version not only breathes fresh air into the piece but also offers piano students ...

Understanding cultural and musical context improves student engagement during music learning and interpretation during performance. To bring attention to composers and create camaraderie within my piano studio, I feature a “composer of the month.” In addition to learning about the composer and where they grew up and worked (or still work for living composers), all ...

The autumn 2024 Piano Magazine article, “Breaking Stereotypes,” explored the deeply ingrained misconceptions surrounding Indigenous music and how important it is to approach these traditions with an open mind. For many, Indigenous music conjures images of static, ancient traditions—locked in time and space, unchanged by modern influences. But this couldn’t be further from the truth. ...

Most people know Renée Fleming as one of the most highly acclaimed opera singers in the world; she has also emerged as a leading advocate for research and education on how music and the arts impact human health and wellbeing. In this expansive book, Fleming compiles essays from leaders in a wide range of fields ...

Community Impact Session 2 with Heather Smith and Leah Claiborne (12/13/24)

NCKP 2025: Summit FAQs

Blending Musical Traditions Tan Dun was born in 1957, in Changsha, Hunan Province, China, and earned his master’s degree in 1985, from the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing. He moved to the United States in 1986, in pursuit of further academic and creative exploration, including doctoral studies at Columbia University in New York. This ...