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Bachelor Studies
Instrumental Studies
My field of study was instrumental studies keyboard instruments, (organ and piano) at the Mozarteum University Salzburg.
The total scope of my bachelor's degree included 8 semesters and ended with the title Bachelor of Arts.
The final examination in the central artistic subject organ and piano consisted of a public audition (approx. 45 minutes playing time) with works from the solo and chamber literature of various eras.
Curriculum
In addition to the two artistic subjects concert organ and piano, the bachelor’s degree also included the courses below:
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Musical Analysis
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Musical Form
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Ear Training
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Harmony and Counterpart
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Acoustics and the Knowledge of Musical Instruments
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Music History
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Jazz and Popular Music
which were taught by the following professors:
Piano & Organ Mentors
Professor
Organ: Prof. Oskar Peter
* 1920 † 1998
fDuring my Bachelor studies at the Mozarteum University Salzburg, I had the privilege of studying organ under Professor Oskar Peter. Born in 1920, Professor Peter was a distinguished musician who served as a professor of organ and piano at the Mozarteum from 1966 until his retirement in 1990. His extensive knowledge and dedication to teaching profoundly influenced my development as an organist, providing me with a solid foundation in both technical proficiency and artistic interpretation.
Lecturer
Klavier: Christian Bauschke
* 1954
During my early musical education, I had the privilege of studying piano under Xaver Plersch, the esteemed organist at the parish of St. Martin in Illertissen. Beginning at the age of seven, Mr. Plersch provided me with a solid foundation in piano performance. His mentorship was instrumental in developing my technical skills and fostering a deep appreciation for music. citeturn0search0
Professors and Lecturers in Musical Studies
Professor
Music Analysis and Musical Form:
Prof. Klaus Ager
* 1946
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.
Professor
Ear Training:
Prof. Gerhard Röthler
* 1920 † 1999
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.
Professor
Harmony and Counterpoint:
Mag. Ladislaus Piekarz
* 1930 † 2013
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.
Acoustics & Knowledge of Musical Instruments and Music History
Prof. Peter Hesse
* 1935 † 2009
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.
Conducting
Walter Hagen-Groll
* 1927 † 2018
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.
Summer Academy
Professor
1978-1981 "Piano Master Classes" and Private Lessons with Prof Winfried Wolf
Winfried Wolf was an Austrian pianist, composer and music teacher. He appeared as a piano soloist and worked with the Berlin Philharmonic on over 20 records with conductors such as Willem Mengelberg and Clemens Krauss. In 1934 he became a professor at the Berlin Music Academy. From 1961 to 1965, Professor Winfried Wolf taught a piano class at the Salzburg Mozarteum as a titular professor.
From 1978 to 1982 I took private piano lessons from Professor Winfried Wolf. I also took part in his master classes.
Professor
1982 "Piano Master Class" with Prof Sergio Perticaroli
Sergio Perticaroli is a successful international musician. His concert tours have taken him throughout Europe, the USSR, the USA, Australia and Japan. He has taught since 1990 the piano specialization course at the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome, but also abroad, holding master classes in Saltzburg, Cleveland, Paris and Japan. “Emeritus Professor” and Accademico Effettivo of Santa Cecilia.
Jazz Pianist
1987 "Jazz Piano Master Class" with Herbie Hancock
In 1987, I had the extraordinary opportunity to participate in a jazz workshop with the iconic Herbie Hancock at the Mozarteum Summer Academy. Herbert Jeffrey "Herbie" Hancock is a celebrated American jazz pianist, composer, and recipient of numerous awards, including an Academy Award and multiple Grammy Awards. Known for his groundbreaking contributions to jazz, Hancock began his career with Donald Byrd's group before joining the legendary Miles Davis Quintet, where he helped redefine jazz rhythm sections and played a pivotal role in shaping the post-bop sound. The workshop provided invaluable insights into jazz improvisation, composition, and performance, guided by one of the most influential figures in modern music. This experience remains a highlight of my musical journey.
Other Influential Musical Education
Xaver Plersch
1968 - 1975 Piano and Organ Lessons
Xaver Plersch was my first piano teacher. He He taught me to play the piano from the age of seven. He was the local organist at the parish of St. Martin in my home town of Illertissen.
Before he retired from his post as organist he taught me to play the organ from the age of 12.
From then on I took over the position of organist at the parish of St. Martin and played up to 6 church services at the weekend.
Hans Rettenbacher
The jazz bassist and cellist Hans Rettenbacher studied musicology and also attended the Berklee School of Music in Boston and the Oscar Peterson School in Toronto.
He played in the bands of saxophonist Gerd Dudek and trumpeter Manfred Schoof, as well as with Stan Getz (ts), Friedrich Gulda (p), the Hans Koller Quartet, Eric Dolphy, Fatty George, Rolf Kühn, Erwin Lehn, Don Ellis and many others
Alan Praskin
Allan born in December 17, 1948, in Los Angeles) is an American jazz musician (alto saxophone player, composer and bandleader).
Many years of musical partnership connected Praskin with the pianists Wolfgang Köhler and Larry Porter. Along with Porter, he led the Porter/Praskin quartet from 1984 to 1993. This collaboration has continued to the present time.