Biography

Andrew Rumsey is an Australian classical pianist, collaborator, educator, and arts practitioner whose career spans performance, education, and strategic engagement across the music sector. He has appeared at international festivals including the Miami Music Festival, Atlantic Music Festival, Burning Man Festival, Canberra International Music Festival, and the Agustín Aponte International Music Festival. In 2017, he was appointed Artistic Associate for the late-Autumn residency at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity, contributing to interdisciplinary performance and creative development programs.

A graduate of the Australian National University with a Master of Music and First-Class Honours, Andrew is a multiple prize winner and scholarship recipient. A committed advocate for Australian music, he has presented numerous world premieres both nationally and internationally, working closely with composers to bring new works to life.

Andrew’s work extends beyond performance into artistic curation, education, and community engagement. His recent projects include the development of immersive concert experiences and cross-disciplinary programs that challenge traditional recital formats and invite deeper audience connection. With a background in psychology, he has a particular interest in performance practice, memorisation, and performance anxiety, regularly giving masterclasses and training sessions for advanced students and exam candidates.

An experienced educator, Andrew has taught across a range of settings, including private studios and secondary schools, and currently serves as an examiner for the Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB)

From 2018 to 2026, Andrew led Kawai Australia’s Education Direct program, working closely with schools, universities, and arts organisations to deliver strategic solutions in music education and instrument provision. This role has seen him develop partnerships, design engagement initiatives, and support institutions in building sustainable and high-quality music programs.