First Listen – Reece Knepper, piano

Reece Knepper is a 15-year-old pianist from York, PA. He began playing the piano at the age of five and quickly developed a strong interest in music and performance. Piano has been one of his favorite activities since childhood, and he has continued to study and perform regularly over the years.

Reece is currently studying with Gretchen Dekker and Eric Fung. He has participated in masterclasses with pianists Leonel Morales, Melena Molova, and Jeffrey Biegel. He has also attended piano festivals and performed in recitals, competitions, and other musical events.

His performance experience includes appearances at the Appell Center for the Performing Arts. In addition to these experiences, Reece was the winner of the Susan Miller Performance Competition. He continues to study piano and take part in musical opportunities.

First Listen invites you to enjoy free, 20-minute mini-concerts featuring the impressive talents of local student musicians. These delightful performances take place before most of our main events.