Dr. Henry Kramer

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Henry Kramer is an accomplished pianist known for his exceptional technique and musical sensitivity. He has garnered international acclaim, notably winning the esteemed Queen Elisabeth Competition in Brussels in 2016. His accolades include the Avery Fisher Career Grant awarded in 2019, and he has also been a winner of several prestigious competitions such as the National Chopin Competition and the Montréal International Competition. Kramer has performed with prominent orchestras including the Bilkent Symphony Orchestra and the Belgian National Orchestra, and has collaborated with renowned conductors. His recent seasons have included solo recitals and performances at major festivals, showcasing a repertoire that spans early music to contemporary compositions. Kramer is also dedicated to chamber music and has engaged with acclaimed musicians and ensembles. As a teacher, he joined the music faculty at Université de Montréal in 2022, contributing to the academic and artistic development of future musicians. He holds a Doctorate of Musical Arts from the Yale School of Music and has studied under distinguished teachers at the Juilliard School.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2022-09-01 — Present

Université de Montréal • Montréal, QC, Canada

Joined the music faculty to teach piano and related courses.

Distinguished Chair, Piano

— Present

Schwob School of Music, Columbus State University • Columbus, GA, USA

Taught piano and coached students in performance.

Faculty Member

— Present

Smith College • Northampton, MA, USA

Taught music courses and mentored students.

Faculty Member

— Present

University of Missouri Kansas City Conservatory of Dance and Music • Kansas City, MO, USA

Instructed piano and advanced performance techniques.

Requirements for Université de Montréal

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
MSc in Pharmacology or equivalent Research supervisor confirmation
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Birth certificate
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Proof of French proficiency (B2/C1)
Specialization Notes

Department of Pharmacology and Physiology - Research intensive with options in Neuropharmacology and Pharmacogenomics.