Piano & Strings

About Piano & Strings

The Piano & Strings Program focuses on interpreting classical sonatas and chamber music through deep collaboration in small groups. Each season, about 30 violinists, violists, cellists, and pianists come together for an immersive experience. They engage in intensive rehearsals and receive guidance from leading artists, who help them refine their craft and enhance their interpretive skills and creative insights.

“It is such a welcoming and encouraging environment, that I felt I’ve grown not only as a musician but [as] a human being, to be more brave and confident.”

—2023 Piano & Strings fellow

Piano & Strings Faculty

Our esteemed Piano & Strings faculty consists of world-renowned musicians and educators committed to mentoring the next generation of Piano & Strings artists. With extensive experience as performers, composers, and innovators, they offer invaluable insights, personalized guidance, and support to help participants refine their artistry and achieve their musical aspirations.

Midori

violin and artistic director

Misha Amory

viola

Margaret Batjer

violin

Jean-Efflam Bavouzet

piano

Jonathan Biss

piano

Nicholas Cords

viola

Anne Gastinel

cello

Clive Greensmith

cello

Juan-Miguel Hernandez

viola

Benjamin Hochman

piano

Yeesun Kim

cello

Robert Levin

piano

Ayano Ninomiya

violin

Paul Watkins

cello

Carolin Widmann

violin

Prof. Oliver Wille

violin

Prof. Tabea Zimmermann

viola

2025 Piano & Strings Fellows

Sameer Agrawal, violin

Danielle Akta, cello

Leah Amory, violin

Isabella Bignasca, viola

Andrew Byun, cello

Karisa Chiu, violin

Hun Choi, cello

Saeyoon Chon, piano

Martina Consonni, piano

Daniel Dastoor, violin

Joan Herget, cello

Wanxinyi Huang, viola

Liav Kerbel, cello

Yizilin Liang, viola

Hyun Jae Lim, violin

Zi Yang Low, violin

Zechariah Mo, viola

Boha Moon, violin

Nan Ni, piano

Haerim Oh, violin

Hyunjin Roh, piano

Aoi Saito, violin

Jakob Giovanni Taylor, cello

Miranda Werner, viola

Muyan Yang, violin

Jialin Yao, piano

Jiaxun Yao, cello

Yuki Yoshimi, piano

Inside the Experience

Piano & Strings is your chance to expand artistic boundaries, gain mentorship, and connect with a dynamic musical community while showcasing your work on a prestigious stage.

Life at Steans

Mentorship

Receive personalized guidance from renowned faculty, helping you refine your composition skills and artistic vision.

Collaboration

Work closely with talented peers, blending ideas and styles to create groundbreaking music.

Exposure

Showcase your work at a world-class venue, gaining recognition and valuable career opportunities.