Education
University Teaching
Masterclasses & Lectures
Meeting piano students around the world has always been a great joy for Yaël Weiss. She has offered piano masterclasses at institutions including the Cleveland Institute of Music, Peabody Institute, Oberlin Conservatory of Music, New York University, Princeton University, as well as universities in Korea, Japan, Israel, England, Canada, and beyond.
Drawing on a wide range of artistic interests, her guest lectures have explored topics such as interpretive challenges in Ludwig van Beethoven’s piano sonatas, the art of performing the Diabelli Variations, and the role of the piano in contemporary music.
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Private Lessons & Coaching
In addition to serving as Head of Piano at Binghamton University, Yaël Weiss maintains a studio in New York City, working with students in a wide variety of settings. These include private piano lessons, chamber music coachings, consultations, and specific preparation for competitions and school auditions. Online lessons are also available for students in the U.S. and internationally.
Teaching Inquiries
“Classical Minutes” Podcasts
Yaël Weiss produced the “Classical Minutes” podcasts for musicians, students, performers, and listeners who study, enjoy, and live with great music. In this 2011–12 series of 100 brief and engaging episodes, the podcasts explore a wide array of topics related to being a classical pianist today, offering valuable insights in an accessible format. Their central focus is the unique and rewarding challenge of interpreting great masterpieces and bringing them to contemporary audiences.
Classical Minutes on Apple Podcasts