Dr. Taimur Sullivan

Professor

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Biography

Taimur Sullivan is a Saxophone Professor at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music, with a notable performance background spanning numerous high-profile venues including Carnegie Hall and Lincoln Center. With an MM from Michigan State University, he has dedicated his career to commissioning new repertoire for saxophone, premiering over 300 works by distinguished composers such as William Bolcom and Jennifer Higdon. As a longstanding member of the PRISM Quartet, he has collaborated with renowned jazz artists and performed across the globe, engaging with various educational institutions such as Yale University and the University of Michigan. His recordings have earned critical acclaim, including a Grammy award for a collaborative project with PRISM. Sullivan's significant contributions to saxophone performance have established him as an influential figure in contemporary music.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Northwestern University • Evanston, IL

Teaching saxophone performance and music education at the Bienen School of Music.

Faculty Member

— Present

University of North Carolina School of the Arts • Winston-Salem, NC

Instructed students in saxophone performance and repertoire.

Faculty Member

— Present

Columbia University • New York, NY

Provided lectures and lessons on saxophone technique and performance.

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
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  • Resume/CV
  • TOEFL/IELTS scores (if applicable)
Specialization Notes

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