Mike Messer

Private Piano Instructor

Mr. Mike loves adventuring into the world of music alongside his students. He became a teacher because getting to know his students and fostering their musical growth is so rewarding. He strives for each of his students to develop a unique musical understanding, learn new technical skills, and explore their creativity.
 
At the Wheaton Yamaha Music School, Mr. Mike aims to give students the chance to explore new and exciting music, and also play the music they know and love. He equips them with the skills needed to play the piano, all while nurturing their artistry.

​

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Music, Piano Performance, Wheaton College

Master of Music, Piano Performance, Roosevelt University

Doctor of Musical Arts, Piano Performance, University of Wisconsin, Madison

​

HOMETOWN
Kent, Washington
 
AWARDS
Beethoven Piano Competition Winner, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Scriabin Piano Competition Winner, Roosevelt University
Keyboard Concerto Competition Winner, Wheaton College
 
EXPERIENCE
Guest Lecturer in Piano, Wheaton College 
Teaching Assistant, University of Wisconsin-Madison
Piano Accompanist, Roosevelt University
 
FAVORITE MUSICIANS
Leif Ove Andsnes
Vladimir Ashkenazy
Oscar Peterson
Sigur Rós
 
INTERESTS
Disc Golf
Coffee
Hiking

​

​

​