Grace Ho

Acclaimed for her expressive playing and engaging teaching, pianist Grace Ho is “an artist who makes music from the heart and touches her audience with her wonderful sensitivity.” As a teacher, she is sought after for her dedication to mentoring and guiding students. For over twenty years she has taught piano students of all ages and levels. Dr. Ho is on the faculty of the University of Arizona School of Music as Assistant Professor of Piano Pedagogy.

In addition to performing and teaching, Dr. Ho is a regular presenter at national and international conferences including the Music Teachers National Association, the National Conference for Keyboard Pedagogy, and the European Piano Teachers Association. Her recent work includes presentations on the science of eye-hand coordination, targeted strategies to address barriers to access for Hispanic piano students, and adaptations for students with ADHD and ASD.

She is also active as a performer and presenter of lecture-recitals. Her recent projects include Goya/Goyescas: The Transformation of Art into Music, Keys Unveiled: A Concert of All Women Composers, and performances and presentations featuring music by Fanny Hensel, Florence Price, Amy Beach, Mel Bonis, and other women composers.

Dr. Ho holds a D.M.A. in piano performance and arts administration from the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance, a Professional Studies Diploma in piano performance from San Francisco Conservatory, a M.M. in piano performance from Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, and a B.M. in piano performance from Biola University Conservatory of Music.

Before joining the University of Arizona, she was on the piano faculty at the University of Oregon and served as a lecturer at the University of San Diego. She also directs the Community Piano program at the University of Arizona School of Music and advises the MTNA Collegiate Chapter.

Website: http://pianograce.com/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@graceho5205