Dr. Lam Wong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Lam Wong, acclaimed pianist and lecturer in Piano Pedagogy at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music, has garnered attention for his extraordinary musicality and imaginative performances. He has debuted Liszt’s 12 Études d’exécution transcendante and performed in various prestigious festivals and concert venues across Asia and North America. Noted for unique insightful interpretations, Wong has also collaborated with contemporary composers and is a member of the Nova Linea Musica Trio. His performances have expanded to a wider audience through appearances on WFMT 98.7 Music Chicago. He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from Northwestern, alongside degrees from Manhattan School of Music and Yale School of Music. Wong actively engages in educational outreach, mentoring students and conducting masterclasses, while also serving as the Director of Piano Studies at the University of Chicago. As an adjudicator, he contributes to festivals and international competitions, underscoring his commitment to both performance and pedagogy.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer in Piano Pedagogy

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaches undergraduate and graduate students, conducts masterclasses and workshops.

Director of Piano Studies

— Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Leads the piano program in the Department of Music.

Awards

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Harold Bauer Award

Requirements for Northwestern University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
U.S. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of purpose
  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

Standard PhD requirements for TGS departments including Chemistry, Physics, and Sociology.