Master Classes, Lectures, and Musical Seminars
Session I
- Piano Masterclass – Chiesa Santa Spirito
Teacher : Geoffrey Burleson
Description : Piano masterclass with Geoffrey Burleson. All traditional repertoire is welcome, from the Baroque to the present. Pianists who have some improvisational background, and who would like to improvise in jazz or other idioms for the class, may also sign up. - Violin Masterclass
Teacher : Elena Chernova-Davis
Description : Traditional - A Jazz Piano Primer - shortcuts for the classical pianist
Teacher : James Crowley
Description : The study of jazz (and jazz piano) can obviously be a lifelong journey, distinct from the universe of classical repertoire, technique, and interpretation. But this seminar focuses narrowly upon a HANDFUL of practical, tangible and memorable keyboard 'shortcuts' that immediately allow the classical pianist to explore key elements of jazz harmony, melody and rhythm.
Additional Comments: I will primarily demonstrate myself from the keyboard, but also welcome student pianist volunteers to come to keyboard and attempt the simple techniques introduced. - Piano Performance Masterclass
Teacher : Dr. Jennifer Cruz
Description : Traditional performance master class, preferably High school students (late Intermediate to Early Advanced), or Collegiate level. Repertoire can vary from Baroque to Classical and/or Romantic to Impressionistic periods. - Piano/Chamber Music Masterclass
Teacher : Alessandra Feris
Description : Traditional performance masterclass for solo pianists and chamber music ensembles with piano. - Flute Masterclass
Teacher : Nora Lee Garcia
Description : Traditional flute performance masterclass. - Performing Chopin’s Etudes ～ Reflections on the Interpretation and Advises on the Techniques Needed for Hands Large or Small ~ Lecture/Seminar
Teacher : Hsing-Chwen Giselle Hsin
Description : Reflections on the interpretation and advises on the techniques needed for large or small hands on performing Chopin's Etudes. Due to the limited time, this seminar will focus mainly on Op. 10, but if any questions are addressed on Op. 25, I can also discuss these later etudes.
Additional Comments : I welcome students bring their specific questions on these etudes. - Woodwind Practicing Techniques Courtesy of Heinrich Neuhaus, Piano Master
Teacher : Mary Kantor
Description : How to break down any musical passage technically for complete mastery efficiently.
Additional Comments : Emphasis on avoiding injury. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Catherine Kautsky
Description : Traditional performance masterclass - Opera Aria Masterclass
Teacher : Min Sang Kim
Description : I would like to do a traditional performance master class if the schedule permits. - Mastering Orchestral Excerpts for Wind Players
Teacher : Lisa Kozenko
Description : Are you preparing for a youth orchestra, college, or professional orchestral audition? This master class is designed to help you excel in the orchestral excerpts that are crucial for your success. Join Dr. Lisa Kozenko for an in-depth session on how to practice, prepare, and perform these excerpts with confidence. Learn effective practice techniques, receive personalized feedback, and develop strategies for "practice performing" to build your stage presence. Bring your instrument and the excerpts you are working on, and get ready to elevate your audition skills. - Piano Masterclass for Youth
Teacher : Eun-Joo Kwak
Description : Performance Masterclass open for pre-college to college pianists.
Additional Comments : Young pianists of middle-school, high-school, and college ages are welcome to perform. - Musical Theater Masterclass
Teacher : Desiree Maira
Description : Performance based masterclass, students should offer a 16 or 32 bar cut of a musical theater selection of standard or contemporary repertoire - Piano Master Class
Teacher : Baruch Meir
Description : Traditional piano masterclass. - Circular Breathing and Multiple Tonguing for the Clarinetist
Teacher : Dallas Neustel
Description : Seminar instruction of practical approaches for the performer to learning the advanced techniques of circular breathing, and double/triple tonguing on the clarinet. Demonstrations and list of instructional resources will be provided. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Ronaldo Rolim
Description : Traditional masterclass. - On Music Composition
Teacher : Steven Christopher Sacco
Description : The class will focus on elements of music composition and my recent work. We will discuss process, materials, craft, technique, imagination , voice, and being true to yourself. Excerpts of work presented will include my Brass Quintet, Oboe Concerto, Parables and Meditations, for piano and fixed media, Air for violin and piano, Book of Whimsy for piano solo, and Six Studies for Fixed Media. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Richard Shuster
Description : Traditional piano masterclass. - Prepping Vocal Audition and Concert Repertoire from a Dramatic Perspective
Teacher : Maria Tegzes
Description : We’ll explore bringing a character and scene to life when we are presenting repertoire out of its dramatic context. For instance: when we are interacting with other characters who would be on stage with us in a production, but are not physically present in other performance situations, there are ways to establish the scenic elements and the presence of these characters. Such techniques can help us feel a deeper relationship to the character we're portraying, as well as the character’s environment, while also bringing our audience closer to the piece as a whole.
Additional Comments : Almost all repertoire of any genre can be enhanced--or informed--by this approach. Bonus: it can be fun too! - Reading Between Editions
Teacher : Joanna Ting
Description : What and how we read between music editions? I would like to share some of my practice tips on reading scores. - Class on Kreutzer/ violin fundamentals
Teacher : Keng-Yuen Tseng
Description : A class on violin fundamentals using Kreutzer etude to find a better, healthier way to reach higher standing violin performance. - Flute Solos, Etudes, Concertos and More
Teacher : Laurel Zucker
Description : Please bring any flute piece you wish!
Session II
- Violin Masterclass
Teacher : Lenora Marya-Anop
Description : Traditional violin masterclass. - Viola Masterclass
Teacher : Gina Coletti
Description : Any repertoire and or level. Would be nice to know the rep ahead of time. - Piano/Chamber Music Masterclass
Teacher : Miles Fellenberg
Description : Traditional Masterclass. I welcome solo piano as well as vocal and/or instrumental chamber music. - Voice Master Class
Teacher : Hein Jung
Description : How to sing freely and artistically. This is a traditional master class that participants bring a vocal selection to sing at the master class. - Piano Master Class
Teacher : Se-Hee Jin
Description : The master class will be a “traditional piano master class.” Preferred repertoire for the master class includes music written by Bach, Haydn, Russian Romantic composers, and all contemporary music, including works by living composers. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Daniel Lessner
Description : All ages and repertoire accepted - Masterclass and Seminar on Life in a Professional Orchestra
Teacher : Bradley Mansell
Description : Traditional masterclass, and since I am also a performer in a Symphony Orchestra I could also do a seminar related performing in a professional orchestra. - Slow Movements in Mozart for Winds
Teacher : Bob Morgan
Description : Exploration of musical ideas and the means of achieving those results in the slow movements of Mozart wind concertos. - Silvan Negruțiu Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Silvan Negruțiu
Description : I’d be happy to do a traditional masterclass or a seminar in any form. If a masterclass, I would not add repertoire restrictions, unless that would work best for the overall festival program, in which case I’d be happy to go with whatever type of repertoire is best to diversify the program. If a seminar is preferred, I’d be happy to speak about practicing strategies and performance preparation.
Additional Comments : I know the program is dense and that there is limited time to schedule masterclasses and seminars, and will not at all be offended if I’m not included with one. - Classical Sonatas
Teacher : Sohyoung Park
Description : The master class is open to any students who work on sonatas by Mozart, Haydn, and Beethoven. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : May Phang
Description : Traditional piano masterclass. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Thomas Osuga
Description : I prefer to hear students with their repertoire and be able to comment historicall and with regards to composer, interpretation, style, era, etc., [I would like to listen to kids performing and be able to give them specific instructions how to improve their interpretation and some technical comments. Some history and appreciation of music aspects may apply to the masterclass event.] - The Confident Performer
Teacher : Emily Stauch
Description : The Confident Performer offers students the opportunity to examine the causes of their personal stress level as well as the stress of being a performer and explore coping skills and solutions for managing the stress and anxiety associated with life as a performer. Using a mindfulness approach, students are invited to consider all areas of daily life, including their routine and habits, performance preparation and planning, self-care practices, exercise and nutrition, affirmation and positive thinking, validation experience, and calming/relaxing mind practices, in order to develop a healthy and confident relationship with performance.
Additional Comments : This program is for all musicians, although there may be specific references to singing for singers as well as a small section devoted to singers specifically. - Standard piano repertoire
Teacher : Namiq Sultanov
Description : Traditional master class with students.
Additional Comments : If it is possible I would like to know in advance which pieces will be performed in master class ( preferably before the 2nd session starts). - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Svetlana Transky
Description : Traditional performance masterclass.
Additional Comments : I would love to know what will be performed prior to Masterclass. Looking forward to it!! - Practice Strategics that will help you reach your goals
Teacher : Snow Wilson
Description : In this masterclass, I will discuss specific practice strategies which will help students untangle ineffective practice habits and inhibitions which impede progress.
Additional Comments : Students who sign up for this masterclass will play one of their works in progress to demonstrate these practice strategies. - Piano Masterclass
Teacher : Alice Chenyang Xu
Description : I will do a traditional masterclass. - Violin Masterclass
Teacher : Yuri Zaidenberg
Description : Masterclass for students with help in musical , technical and perspective of professional development in performance.
Additional Comments : I can give few masterclasses for violinists, because the time limit is short,just one hour. Also, I can give masterclass for chamber groups too.Thank you.
