“Eastman is the model to which all music schools should aspire. Eastman has a diverse range of fabulous performance opportunities to allow for creative exploration. Along with a strong foundation of artistic and practical tools, it was this freedom of exploration that molded me into the artist I am today. Receiving my Bachelor and Masters degree at Eastman provided me with memories I will hold dear for life, thanks to the brilliant and supportive faculty, many of whom I will forever consider a part of my extended family.”

Kathryn Lewek
Kathryn Lewek BM ’06 MM ’08

“My time at Eastman taught me many things as a student, a singer, and a budding professional. I learned that one cannot rely on talent alone. Hard work, preparation, and tenacity are all major tools necessary for having a successful career as a classical musician and as a current member of the Metropolitan Opera Chorus. I made lifelong friends and connections that I cherish everyday along with being helped to realize my future through each performance, class, and life experience. I learned not only about my weaknesses but my strengths as well.”

Liz Brooks
Liz Brooks MM ’02

“I really found myself at Eastman, as a singer, as a musician, as a person. I had so many rich and varied experiences. I was surrounded by students whose talents amazed me and whose ways of thinking expanded my vision. I had excellent instructors who nurtured my love of language, analysis, interpretation, exploring new repertoire, and who also encouraged me to trust my instincts. Perhaps most importantly, I left Eastman with the tools to be a smart and disciplined singer, and to that I owe very much to my voice teacher. She gave me a technique that would serve as a foundation for years to come, and she taught me to use that technique as a means for sending my message out into the world.”

Erin Morley
Erin Morley BM ’02

“Eastman holds a special place in my heart. There aren’t enough superlatives to describe my feelings for Eastman. I received excellent vocal instruction, career guidance, and encouragement from the entire voice faculty. It’s a unique place because they care about every student and want them to succeed, regardless of studio. I appreciated the faculty supporting my artistic freedom in order to develop self-confidence. One of the most beautiful things is that they have continued to care and share in my career and it’s successes.”

Anthony Dean Griffey
Anthony Dean Griffey MM ’01

Silberstein, Corey

Piano Accompanying GraduatesCorey SilbersteinPiano Accompanying GraduateSTUDENT PROFILE Corey Silberstein holds the position of Staff Collaborative Pianist at Luther College in Decorah, IA. He has performed with instrumentalists and vocalists throughout the United States and abroad, and has held fellowships in collaborative piano at the Music Academy of the West, the Aspen Music Festival, and the Tanglewood…

Hung, Chiao-Ju

Piano Accompanying GraduatesChiao-Ju HungPiano Accompanying GraduateSTUDENT PROFILE Born in Taipei, Taiwan, Chiao-Ju Hung started her piano lessons from 6 years old. She attended musical school when she was 9, and have been studied in music ever since. Major in piano, Chiao-Ju studied with Professor Lina Yeh at National Taiwan Normal University, where she received her bachelor’s degree.…

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Hinchliffe, Maggie

Piano Accompanying GraduatesMaggie HinchliffePiano Accompanying GraduateSTUDENT PROFILE Maggie Hinchliffe is a pianist from Glen Ridge, New Jersey with a focus in the collaborative arts. She has performed in venues ranging from New York’s Carnegie Hall to Nashville’s live public radio. Maggie has appeared in premiere festivals such as Songfest, AIMS in Graz, and Source Song Festival…