NYC Gazette

Juilliard School has announced the appointment of six renowned artists to its College Division string faculty, starting in the fall semester. The new faculty members are Stella Chen, Hilary Hahn, Midori, Sheryl Staples, Mark Steinberg, and Nina Lee.

Stella Chen, an award-winning violinist recognized for winning the 2019 Queen Elizabeth International Violin Competition, will join the violin faculty. Her experience includes performances with notable orchestras like the New York Philharmonic and a deep commitment to education.

Hilary Hahn, recognized for her technical proficiency and wide-ranging repertoire, will also be joining the violin faculty. Known for her 23 feature recordings and a Grammy Award-winning portfolio, Hahn starts the new role after previous engagements as a visiting artist and professor at several prestigious music institutions.

Midori, known for her visionary approach to music, has been performing internationally since her young debut with the New York Philharmonic at age 11. She will bring her experience of over four decades to the violin faculty while continuing with her humanitarian work.

Sheryl Staples, who joined the New York Philharmonic in 1998, has had a distinguished career featuring numerous solo performances with orchestras worldwide. She brings vast experience and a dedication to musical education, having taught at various institutions alongside her orchestral career.

Mark Steinberg, a founding member of the Brentano Quartet, has performed widely and served on multiple jury panels for international competitions. His extensive teaching background at schools like the Manhattan School of Music and CUNY Graduate Center will be a valuable addition to Juilliard.

Lastly, Nina Lee, celebrated cellist of the Brentano Quartet, will join Juilliard's cello faculty. With a commitment to teaching chamber music, Lee has held positions at Princeton and Columbia Universities and actively participates in music festivals worldwide.

David Ludwig, dean, and director of the Music Division, commented, “With the addition of these distinguished artists, we add to the depth and breadth of instruction we offer our students. These new faculty members share a passion for mentoring the next generation of musicians to achieve their fullest potential as young artists.”