Dr. Wei Yi Yang

Professor

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Biography

Wei-Yi Yang is an acclaimed pianist and educator, known for his captivating performances and imaginative programming. He is a gold medalist of the San Antonio International Piano Competition and has performed at prestigious venues worldwide, including Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall. As a dedicated educator, he has taught in various countries across four continents, taking part in master classes at institutions such as Northwestern and Vanderbilt Universities. Yang regularly collaborates with esteemed ensembles and has a diverse repertoire. His performances and recordings have been featured on NPR, PBS, and European television, and he is an advocate for interdisciplinary projects that merge music with literature and visual art. He received his doctorate from Yale University in 2004 and joined the School of Music faculty in 2005. His steadfast interests include the promotion of new music, collaborating with notable composers to premiere and record their works.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Music • New Haven, CT

Teaching piano and engaging in various performances and educational outreach.

Awards

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Gold Medalist

2005-01-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.