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KU Professor works with young musicians in Los Angeles
Professor of Clarinet Stephanie Zelnick recently wrapped up her work as Artist Faculty at the prestigious LA Phil YOLA National 2023 (Youth Orchestra Los Angeles) alongside renowned conductor Gustavo Dudamel and other esteemed faculty members from across the globe. ...
KU Chamber Choir Achieves Remarkable Success at the 27th International Choir Competition in Preveza, Greece
Preveza, Greece - The University of Kansas School of Music proudly announces the extraordinary achievements of its Chamber Choir at the 41st International Choir Festival held in Preveza, Greece. The talented ensemble showcased their exceptional musical prowess and dedication, garnering several prestigious awards across various categories during the week-long event. ...
New system more accurately describes musical shapes
LAWRENCE — Every square is a rectangle. But not every rectangle is a square. ...
KU School of Music announces new Instructor of Trumpet
The University of Kansas School of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Aaron Romm as the new Instructor of Trumpet. He will join Associate Dean/Professor Steve Leisring in leading the KU Trumpet Studio, which has nearly doubled in size in recent years. ...
KU Wind Ensemble advances in national competition
The University of Kansas School of Music is pleased to announce the KU Wind Ensemble, with conductor Paul W. Popiel, has advanced as National Finalist in The American Prize National Nonprofit Competitions in the Performing Arts. ...
Ukraine musicians to participate in KU School of Music program
Two teen trumpet players currently living in Poland due to the war in Ukraine are headed to the KU School of Music for a summer music program. Taia Sniehovska and Yaryna Veresotska, both 16 years-old, will take part in Midwestern Music Camp at the KU School of Music. ...
KU School of Music announces new Assistant Professor of Voice
The University of Kansas School of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Zachary Devin as its Assistant Professor of Voice. ...
KU School of Music announces new Assistant Professor of Voice
The University of Kansas School of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Courtney Fletcher as Assistant Professor of Voice. ...
KU School of Music professor promoted to leadership team
The KU School of Music would like to to welcome Steve Leisring to our leadership team as the first Associate Dean for Internationalization and Special Performance Projects. With an impressive global background and a network of valuable contacts, Steve's international experiences will shape the future of our music program as...
Dylan Bassett receives Fulbright Specialist Award to Brazil
LAWRENCE — Dylan Bassett, lecturer of percussion at the University of Kansas School of Music, has received a Fulbright Specialist Award to travel to Brazil, where he will compose works, perform, direct a musical group and teach. ...
KU Jazz students rack up awards at DownBeat Student Music Awards
Please join us in congratulating KU School of Music’s Jazz Studies Program for their recent success at the 2023 DownBeat Student Music Awards (SMA). The awards were announced this month, where KU Jazz Ensemble I was named a Large Ensemble co-winner in the Graduate College division. The Spencer Reeve Trio...
KU Music announces Recognition Ceremony
The University of Kansas School of Music is pleased to announce the Recognition Ceremony for the class of 2023. The event will take place on Saturday, May 13th, at 10:30 a.m. in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre at Murphy Hall. ...
KU Wind Ensemble releases new album Dreams Unseen
The University of Kansas Wind Ensemble is pleased to announce the release of their latest album, Dreams Unseen. This captivating collection features a range of works by esteemed composers including Katahj Copley, Tom Davoren, Joni Greene, Peter Meechan, and Omar Thomas. ...
Farewell concert planned for opera singer, University Distinguished Professor of Voice Joyce Castle
The KU School of Music is announcing the retirement of opera singer and University Distinguished Professor of Voice Joyce Castle. ...
KU School of Music to celebrate black composers with concert
Lawrence, KS - The KU School of Music is proud to announce the highly anticipated “Lift Every Voice Concert of African American Song” on March 10, 2023, at 7:30 p.m. This special event will honor and celebrate the contributions of black composers. ...
American Bandmasters Association convention coming to Lawrence
Get ready for a week full of live music this Spring. Hundreds of musicians are headed to Lawrence for the annual American Bandmasters Association convention, hosted this year by the KU School of Music and KU Bands. ...
KU School of Music to host 2023 Prairie Winds Festival
On February 3 and 4th, nearly 100 music students from across the region will descend onto the KU campus for the Prairie Winds Festival, hosted by the KU School of Music. ...
KU School of Music announces new Interim Dean
Please join us in welcoming Professor Paul Popiel as the new Interim Dean for the University of Kansas School of Music. ...
Two educators receive Chancellors Club Teaching Professorships
LAWRENCE — KU Endowment has announced the 2022 Chancellors Club Teaching Professorships. Mark Mort, professor of ecology & evolutionary biology, and Cynthia Colwell, professor of music therapy & music education, are this year’s recipients. ...
KU School of Music’s seasonal Vespers concerts now free
It’s one of the most exciting times of year in the KU School of Music. Two beloved annual Vespers programs are returning to the Lied Center. ...
Piano students place at Kansas Music Teachers Association competition
Here’s a breakdown of the results. ...