Bio: An international performer and recording artist, Dr. Cobb did post-doctoral study with legendary pianist Claudio Arrau. The New York Times praised his "solid technique, bronze tone and flexibility of interpretive style." While completing a Doctor of Music degree at Northwestern University, Dr. Cobb held a fellowship at the University of Chicago, where he pursued doctoral studies in musicology. He performs a broad repertoire of solo and chamber music, is a frequent performer on the Piano Forte series at the Asheville Art Museum and appeared as soloist with the Asheville Symphony, performing the Samuel Barber Piano Concerto. Dr. Cobb frequently serves as an adjudicator for competitions and music festivals.
Teaching: Specialist in teaching the Claudio Arrau keyboard technique to avoid injuries and to recover from hand and arm pain.
Teaching Styles: Classical
Performance Styles: Classical
Student Levels: Intermediate, Advanced
Email: jcobbpiano@gmail.com
Phone: 828-551-3810
Address: Fairview