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Professors & Lecturers 

Light and Shadow

Overview

Beyond my principal instrument studies, I had the privilege of learning from distinguished professors in areas such as harmony, counterpoint, acoustics, conducting, and music history at the Mozarteum University Salzburg. Their expertise and mentorship broadened my understanding of music as an academic discipline and enriched my development as both performer and educator.

Prof. Klaus Ager

* 1946 - present

Music Analysis and Musical  Form:  

During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the honor of learning Music Analysis and Musical Form from Prof. Klaus Ager, a distinguished composer and educator. Prof. Ager served as a professor for composition, music theory, violin, and piano from 1973 to 2000 and held leadership roles as deputy rector and rector during his tenure. His insights into musical structure and form profoundly shaped my analytical approach to music.

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Prof. Gerhard Röthler

* 1920     † 1999

Ear Training:  


During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the privilege of studying Ear Training with Prof. Gerhard Röthler, a renowned professor of Harpsichord and Music Theory who taught at the university from 1972 to 1991. His teaching significantly enhanced my aural skills and musical sensitivity.

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Mag. Ladislaus Piekarz  

* 1930    † 2013

Harmony and Counterpoint:

During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the privilege of learning Harmony and Counterpoint from Mag. Ladislaus Piekarz, a distinguished professor of piano and composition who taught at the university from 1955 to 1998. His expertise and guidance greatly influenced my understanding of musical structure and theory.

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Prof. Peter Hesse

* 1935     † 2009

Acoustics & Knowledge of Musical Instruments and Music History

During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the privilege of studying Acoustics, Knowledge of Musical Instruments, and Music History under Prof. Peter Hesse. A respected professor of music theory and musicology from 1988 to 2003, his teaching provided me with a deep understanding of the technical and historical aspects of music, which greatly enriched my academic and practical knowledge.

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Walter Hagen-Groll

* 1927     † 2018

Conducting​

During my studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the honor of learning Conducting under Walter Hagen-Groll, a distinguished professor of orchestra conducting from 1986 to 1995. His expertise and experience, particularly as a full professor, deeply influenced my understanding of leadership and expression in orchestral performance.

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