Tina Park
Email: juanli32@gmail.com
Job titles
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Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music, Private Lesson Instructor in Piano
Music and Performing Arts , College of Arts and Sciences
Highlight
Piano Performance, Beginning Piano, Summer Piano Academy
Started at Bethel
2005
Education
- Shanghai Conservatory of Music - B.A. in Piano Performance, 1998
- University of Notre Dame - M.Mus. in Piano Performance, 2000
- University of Minnesota - D.M.A. in Piano Performance, 2005
Biography
Dr. Tina Park is a pianist, educator, and artistic director, and a recipient of the Creative Individual Grant from the Minnesota State Arts Board. She currently serves as Assistant Professor of Piano at Bethel University in Minnesota and is the Founder and Artistic Director of the Bethel University Summer Piano Academy. Recognized for her refined artistry and forwardthinking vision, Dr. Park is active on international stages and is deeply committed to interdisciplinary collaboration and innovative music education, establishing a distinctive voice in today’s classical music landscape.
Dr. Park began her formal musical training at the Shanghai Conservatory of Music, where she completed thirteen years of intensive study from pre-college through her undergraduate degree. She later moved to the United States to pursue advanced studies, earning a Master of Music in Piano Performance from the University of Notre Dame, followed by a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the University of Minnesota, where she studied under the renowned pianist and pedagogue Professor Alexander Braginsky. Her performances are noted for their nuanced tone, structural clarity, and expressive, narrative depth—bringing both intellectual insight and contemporary vitality to the classical repertoire.
An active soloist and collaborative artist, Dr. Park has performed in major venues across the United States and China. While maintaining a strong foundation in traditional repertoire, she is equally dedicated to exploring contemporary works and cross-cultural expression. Her artistic practice frequently integrates music with visual art, movement, and other disciplines, creating immersive and multidimensional performance experiences.
A central embodiment of her artistic vision is the interdisciplinary project Piano in Motion: Where Sound Becomes Movement and Color. This innovative production combines piano performance with dance, live painting, and the Chinese pipa, transforming sound into visual and physical expression. Supported by the Minnesota State Arts Board, the project has received wide acclaim for its originality and artistic impact. Dr. Park was invited to present this work at the Minnesota Music Teachers Association Conference and was subsequently selected to present a 60-minute session at the national conference of the Music Teachers National Association (MTNA) in 2027 where she shared her insights in a session titled Creative Concert Programming: Utilizing Interdisciplinary Art Forms in Piano in Motion: Where Sound Becomes Movement and Color, contributing to the advancement of creative concert design and music education.
In her role as an educator, Dr. Park is dedicated to nurturing young musicians who possess both technical excellence and artistic imagination. Through the Bethel University Summer Piano Academy, she brings together distinguished faculty and guest artists to offer a comprehensive program that includes masterclasses, concerto opportunities, chamber music collaboration, and diverse performance experiences. She believes that music is not only a technical discipline but also a powerful medium for personal growth, encouraging students to develop confidence, broaden their perspectives, and cultivate independent artistic voices.
As a musician who bridges artistic creativity with educational purpose, Dr. Park continues to advance the role of classical music in contemporary society through performance, teaching, and artistic leadership. Her work expands the boundaries of musical expression while fostering meaningful cultural dialogue, demonstrating the enduring power of the arts to connect people, traditions, and future possibilities.
Courses taught
Private Piano Lessons, Beginning Piano Class
Awards
First prize of the Mozart Piano Competition in Shanghai, China
First prize of the Elinor Bell Competition and Fellowship in Minnesota
Second prize of the Schubert Club Competition
"Performer of the Year" award presented by the International Chamber Player in Newark, New Jersey
Winner of the University of Notre Dame's Concerto Competition
Publications
Two articles published in the Piano Artistry, the official piano journal in China:
- "Comments on the Second E-International Piano Competition"
- "An interview with the founder of the E-International piano competition," 2004
Certificates and licenses
Certified Master Teacher of the National Music Teacher Association
Professional organizations, committees, and boards
Music Teachers National Association (MTNA)
Minnesota Music Teachers Association (MMTA)
Hobbies and interests
Traveling, trying different foods, gardening, and listening to music
Areas of expertise
Piano Performance, Classical Piano, Piano Camps, Piano Competition