Dr. Yaron Ross

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Yaron Ross is a lecturer in Music at Concordia University with over four decades of commitment to musical education. He holds a Doctoral degree in Performance and has taught at the University of Montreal from 1994 to 2001 and at Concordia University since 1980. Ross teaches classical piano students of various levels, promoting a joy for music-making while focusing on diverse styles and composers. His teaching emphasizes the difference between reading notes and reading music, demonstrating effective practice techniques that yield substantial progress. In recognition of his excellence in teaching, he received an award from Concordia University in 1993 and another for research excellence from the University of Montreal in 1994. Ross has recorded a complete cycle of Mozart's Piano Sonatas from 2008 to 2016, which is available on major web platforms. He has performed at prestigious venues, including Carnegie Recital Hall in New York and the National Arts Centre in Ottawa. Born in Israel, he studied at the Tel-Aviv University Music Academy under the legendary pianist Mindru Katz. Throughout his career, Ross has received several accolades, including prizes from the Tel-Aviv Academy Master Competition. His performances have been broadcast on Israeli, European, and Canadian networks, showcasing his interpretations of classical works.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

1980-01-01 — Present

Concordia University • Montreal, QC, Canada

Teach classical piano and promote music education at Concordia University.

Instructor

1994-01-01 — 2001-01-01

University of Montreal • Montreal, QC, Canada

Conducted lectures and workshops in music performance.

Requirements for Concordia University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in cinematic arts or equivalent proficiency
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Specialization Notes

Administered by the Mel Hoppenheim School of Cinema; focuses on cinematic arts practice and research-creation.