Emerging Voices in Contemporary Music: New Solo Piano Repertoire for Performance and Teaching

Discover newly composed piano solos written by a diverse group of young American composers! These pieces, suitable for concert performance, are accessible to early advanced amateur pianists. Leave with ideas for exciting teaching repertoire, new composers to explore, and tips on commissioning music for your own studio.

Plug and Play! Integrating Electroacoustic Music Into the Teaching Studio

Learn about the exciting world of music for piano and electronics. No experience? No high-tech studio? No problem! This session will explore repertoire that is approachable by an amateur pianist with a focus on pieces that require minimal technical knowledge and equipment. You will hear excerpts of three brand new commissions designed for pre-college student pianists, plus other repertoire!

The Art of Adjudicating

Explore the secrets to successful adjudicating and masterclass teaching. The skills required to make a positive change are wholly different from private instruction. Learn how to connect with a student, maximize impact, and get invited back!

Beyond Caro Mio Ben: Diversifying the Piano-Vocal Collaborative Repertoire with Art Song for Varied Skill Levels

Co-Presented with Dr. Anna DeGraff.

Move beyond the canon by examining diverse 20th and 21st century composers. Songs discussed will showcase varied skill levels for pianists and singers, noting advantages and challenges of each piece and emphasizing the collaborative process.

Making the Cut: How to Craft Cover Letters and Curriculum Vitae for a Job Application in Academia

In a crowded academic job market, standing out from the crowd can feel overwhelming. Learn why well-crafted materials are essential in order to receive an interview and introduce the committee to their newest colleague: You!

Beyond The Cat and the Mouse: The hidden gems of Aaron Copland’s Intermediate repertoire

Discover rarely heard piano repertoire from the Dean of American Composers! You will discover new pieces accessible to a student, explore teaching strategies, and learn what makes Copland’s sound unique in the composer’s own words.

The Magic of Modern Music

Explore the language of contemporary classical music! Discover ways to empower your students to be enthusiastic performers of this unique repertoire. You will leave with ideas for new composers, pieces, and teaching techniques!

Adjudication and Masterclass Teaching

Dr. Stevens is available for adjudication and masterclass teaching at all levels. He is an experienced adjudicator for MTNA and NFMC. He is equally comfortable with graduate-level pianists and beginning students.