Adam Merrill

Adam has always been an avid supporter of classical music. Although he didn't start to play piano until he was twelve, he has worked tirelessly to pursue and share his passion. Adam is currently pursuing his Masters with Spencer Myer at the Longy School of Music.. He has also studied with Dr. Kori Bond and Dr. Brandon Bascom.

As an avid performer, he received first prize in the state MTNA Young Artist competition, first prize in the ISCS Young Artist competition, first prize in the Musicians West Young Artist competition, and honorable mention in the 2018 and 2019 Buono and Bradshaw International piano competition.

Adam is also very active in the musical community. He has won awards for composing and has served as a teacher in ISU’s Preparatory Piano Program. This year, he served as the assistant director of the Musicians West Piano Competition and Festival, and as teacher and coach at the Summer Institute for Piano and Strings.

Adam is constantly in awe of music’s ability to teach and inspire the best in people, and has found great joy and satisfaction by being involved in the creative music process.