Sudden death of Eastman professor, Russell Miller

From the Dean of Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY.

Dear Colleagues,

It is with a deeply heavy heart I write to inform you that our dear friend and recently retired colleague, Russell Miller, passed away on Monday morning. At the moment, we do not have details about the cause of death.

Professor Russell Miller. Photo courtesy LinkedIn

Russell was Professor Emeritus of Vocal Coaching and Repertoire, and he taught at Eastman from 1995 through his retirement in 2022. He was a beloved professor, a beautiful musician, and a colleague who cared deeply about our students and school. His bio can be found here on the Eastman website.

I will share additional information as we learn more, including any details relative to a memorial service. For now, please hold Russell’s husband, Todd, in your thoughts and hearts, as well as our many colleagues, students, and alumni who will be deeply distressed by this devastating news.

Jamal
Jamal J. Rossi

First published at Eastman School of Music, Rochester, NY, July 12, 2023