Amy Mercer earned her doctorate in piano performance at North Dakota State University, stu...

Amy Mercer earned her doctorate in piano performance at North Dakota State University, studying with Robert Groves, and her master’s degree in piano performance and pedagogy at Ohio University where her principal teacher was Richard Syracuse. She completed her undergraduate degree at Concordia College under David Worth. She also studied under Antoinette Perry at the Aspen Music Festival and School. She is a founding member of the Lyra Trio. Dr. Mercer is a nationally certified music teacher and is active in the National Federation of Music Clubs and Music Teachers’ National Association. From 2004 to 2006, she was Visiting Professor of Music at Centre College in Danville, KY and has taught at North Dakota State University and Concordia College. Currently, Amy is Professor of Piano at MSUM, maintains a private studio, and is an independent accompanist. She resides in Fargo with her husband Shane and their three children.