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John Ellis is a Professor of Piano at the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance, where he also directs the Graduate Studies in Piano Pedagogy and administers the Piano Pedagogy Laboratory Program. Ellis is recognized as a master class clinician, adjudicator, and lecturer, frequently speaking on topics related to piano pedagogy to teachers' groups across Michigan and the United States. He has been awarded the 2024 Harold Haugh Award for excellence in studio teaching. As a pianist, he has performed as a soloist and collaborative artist at various prestigious venues, including Weill Recital Hall and Steinway Hall in New York City, as well as universities and cultural institutions in the U.S. and abroad. His scholarly work focuses on the intersection of music theory, musicology, and traditional pedagogical methods. Ellis has contributed to the field with published articles and his book, "Pedagogical Writings of Marguerite Long: Reassessment of the Impact of the French School of Piano," anticipated in 2024.
University of Michigan • Ann Arbor, MI
Director of Graduate Studies in Piano Pedagogy; leads the Piano Pedagogy Laboratory Program.
Manhattan School of Music • New York, NY
Taught piano and developed pedagogy curriculum.
Brooklyn Conservatory of Music • Brooklyn, NY
Provided piano instruction and mentorship to students.
Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science