Ian Quinn, PhD, 2004 Ian Quinn is a music theorist studying the cognitive foundations of human music-making, with a particular focus on song. After Eastman he spent time at the University of Chicago’s Department of Music as a postdoc and the University of Oregon’s School of Music as a member of the theory faculty. He joined…
LeadershipTo inspire humanity — through music and education. Senior Leadership National Council Management Structure Senior Leadership Eastman’s Joan and Martin Messinger Dean is Jamal J. Rossi. His support includes Eastman’s senior leadership staff and a National Council. John HainSenior Associate Dean of Academic and Student AffairsReinhild SteingröverAssociate Dean of Faculty AffairsCrystal Sellers BattleAssociate Dean of…
By Raffi Wright Continuing our preview posts highlighting new offerings for Summer@Eastman 2022, Summer@Eastman Marketing Assistant Raffi Wright sat down with Gaelen McCormick to discuss one of the two courses Gaelen will be teaching this summer: Peak Performance Skills – ONLINE. In this six-week online course, students will explore the audition process, learn how to…
Futaba Niekawa, DMA, 2013 Known for her verve and sensitivity, Japanese pianist Futaba Niekawa pushes the boundaries of her artistry as a soloist and collaborative pianist across genres and disciplines. She has performed throughout the United States, Canada, England, Spain, Taiwan, and Japan and to date has released five recordings (PARMA Recordings, Petrichor Records), and her live…
Doug O’Connor, DMA, 2012 Saxophonist Doug O’Connor is passionate about sharing music that challenges audiences to explore, connect, and grow. His performances push the athletic limits of the saxophone and feature music from all eras and in many styles, including classical, contemporary, jazz, and electronic. He strives to champion new works, present adventurous and innovative chamber music,…
Kate Maroney, DMA, 2010 Mezzo-soprano Kate Maroney is in demand for her versatility and keen interpretations of works spanning the Renaissance to the 21st century. Kate believes in the transformative, humanizing power of music and in its ability to foster empathy in the community of performers and listeners alike. She values collaborations with kind and…
Brent C. Talbot, PhD, 2011 Brent C. Talbot has been a leading voice for change in the field of music education. A prolific author and frequent presenter, Talbot’s work examines power, discourse, and issues of justice in varied settings for music learning around the globe. He is the editor of one of the best selling books in music education, Marginalized Voices in…
Eastman Graduate Alumni Eastman graduate alumni are pursuing vibrant careers in a variety of musical settings. The links below offer sample, rotating lists of 50 PhD and 50 DMA alumni from the past 25 years who are helping to shape the field of music through their work and leadership in a wide variety of institutions.…
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