Biography
American pianist John Einhaus has distinguished himself through performances praised for mature musicianship, technical refinement, and expressive depth. Critics have noted his "crisp, controlled technique" and "remarkably sensitive and delicate touch," while audiences respond most deeply to his interpretive command, a balance of intellectual clarity and lyrical expression rendered through a rich palette of tonal colors.
Mr. Einhaus' repertoire spans the Classical and Romantic traditions, with Bach holding a central place in both his performance and teaching. His performances are characterized by structural insight, nuanced phrasing, and a command of both intimate and virtuosic registers.
He began piano studies at age nine in Fawn Grove, Pennsylvania, and was soon admitted to the Peabody Preparatory as an honors student, receiving numerous scholarships and awards. After initially pursuing Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, he committed fully to a professional career in music, studying at the Peabody Conservatory under Robert Weirich before transferring to Rutgers University to work with Theodore Lettvin. He graduated with honors, receiving the Naumburg Scholarship and Marsano Burian Award for outstanding musical achievement.
Mr. Einhaus completed his Master of Music degree at the Mannes College of Music, studying with Pavlina Dokovska, Boris Slutsky, and Arkady Aronov, and pursued advanced studies at Indiana University with Arnaldo Cohen and Menahem Pressler.
He has held faculty positions at Indiana University, York College of Pennsylvania, and Queens School of Music. At his private studio, he draws on years of professional performance experience to provide thoughtful, individualized instruction for students of all ages and levels. Students range from young beginners discovering the joy of music to adults rekindling a lifelong passion and advanced students preparing for serious musical pursuits. His teaching emphasizes healthy technique, musical understanding, and the development of genuine artistry, helping each student build both skill and confidence at the piano.
In his free time, he enjoys sailing, woodworking, hiking, and fishing.
"In the bravura passages, Einhaus extracted enormous tone, and in the singing melodic contrasts, he displayed a remarkable sensitivity of touch with runs of gossamer delicacy. The standing ovation was well-deserved." — York Daily Record