Cecil Lytle is a distinguished pianist and emeritus professor at the University of California, San Diego, renowned for his interpretations of 19th and 20th-century piano repertoire. A First Prize winner in the Franz Liszt International Piano Competition, Lytle has performed extensively, showcasing a diverse musical palette. His acclaimed television production, "Naked Gershwin," earned national recognition, and he received an Emmy nomination for "The Nature of Genius." Beyond performance, Lytle has contributed significantly to music education and scholarship, leaving an indelible mark on both the concert stage and academia. ([music-cms.ucsd.edu](https://music-cms.ucsd.edu/people/faculty/emeritus_faculty/cecil-lytle.html?utm_source=openai))