Ensembles | Piano Program

Piano Program Piano Program Piano Program

Coordinator: Svetlana Belsky
Coachings: Thursdays, by appointment, Goodspeed 114

Student pianists can enhance their talent and experience through master classes, quarterly Piano Showcase concerts, and numerous other opportunities offered by the Piano Program.  Regular coaching sessions with Svetlana Belsky are available for pianists who are preparing performances of solo and/or chamber repertoire.  Master classes with visiting guest artists or local professional pianists are offered several times a quarter;  often these master classes focus on a specific composer or period that reflects of the teaching artist’s specialty.  Student pianists interested in taking advantage of coaching opportunities, playing in master classes, and performing in Department concerts must audition for the Piano Program in order to be included in these activities.

Piano auditions are held at the beginning of Autumn Quarter. Pianists who wish to be placed in a chamber music group should indicate such interest during the audition. Visit the auditions page for more information.

2009-2010 Piano Master Classes:
Thursday, October 16 at 4:00 p.m.:  internationally acclaimed pianist Andreas Klein
Thursday, November 19 at 4:00 p.m.:  Dr. Chung-Ha Kim  (Western Illinois University)
Thursday, January 21 at 4:00 p.m.:  Dr. Ned Kirk  (St. Mary’s University;  Minnesota Beethoven Festival)
Thursday, March 11 at 4:00 p.m.:  Deanne Mohr  (Winona State University)
Thursday, April 22 at 4:00 p.m.:  Daniel Horn  (Wheaton College)