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By Topic: Diversity And Inclusion
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Artists, experts speak to importance of music in Black celebration, culture June 24, 2024
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College of Music strongly represented at MSU Juneteenth celebration.Music celebrating Dr. King February 01, 2023
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Two performances in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.MSU renews innovative music program for pre-college students on the autism spectrum July 12, 2022
Continue readingCollege of Music announces the return of Celebrating the Spectrum: A Festival of Music and Life.
Debut of Music for Social Justice television series May 03, 2022
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Artists relate the music they play to societal issues and their own experiences.Standing with Ukraine March 07, 2022
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Student musicians and community members show their support.Honoring Black composers February 28, 2022
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Special MSU Wind Symphony concert strengthens partnership in Detroit.Dynamic leader joins Community Music School in Detroit November 12, 2021
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Kristopher Johnson appointed new director.MSU Music presents Venezuelan Trio in concert of all Latin American works November 02, 2021
Continue readingProgram includes premiere of work by MSU composition faculty Ricardo Lorenz
MSU Music celebrates diverse composers October 14, 2021
Continue readingWest Circle Series concert: Lift Every Voice
Enriching young lives September 16, 2021
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Bonnie Larson continues her tradition of supporting music and children in Detroit.MSU composers write for LA Phil August 30, 2021
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Teacher and student honored with opportunity to premier new works.Standing against modern slavery August 05, 2021
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MSU grad student uses the power of music to help end human trafficking.A message of continued support for change April 22, 2021
Continue readingWest Circle Series Celebrates Women in Music April 12, 2021
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Music you can touch March 15, 2021
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Spartan pianist developing tactile music system to help non-sighted musicians and marginalized populations.Joy in the face of injustice March 10, 2021
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Snyder earns Performance Art Award at MSU Social Justice Arts Festival.Saxophonist Charles McPherson Be-Bops into spring March 08, 2021
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MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program wraps up virtual seasonTrombonist Wycliffe Gordon heats up February with masterful performances February 01, 2021
Continue readingMSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program continues virtual seasonMSU College of Music welcomes Damien Sneed January 01, 2021
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MSU Artists Earn Two Latin Grammy Nominations October 13, 2020
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“King Mangoberry” release featuring the music of Ricardo Lorenz and performances by MSU Wind Symphony garners attention from Grammy academy.Music Featuring Black Composers kicks off West Circle Series October 05, 2020
Continue readingConcert theme, “Lift Every Voice,” illustrates the range and depth of Black composers and their influence on centuries and styles of music.
Music therapists zoom in August 19, 2020
Continue readingRicStar’s camp maintains joy and continuity.
Announcing Music for Social Justice video series July 24, 2020
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MSU musicians offer artistry and thoughts on important social justice issues, Aug. 12 – Dec. 2Music’s 2020 award winners May 28, 2020
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College faculty and students earn honors.Improvising around COVID-19 May 19, 2020
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CMS-D keeps the jazz playing.What a difference a mentor makes May 18, 2020
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Jazz confidence grows when visitors join forces with faculty.Music as a sanctuary April 15, 2020
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Choral conducting student bonds youth choirs with healing power of music.Going beyond the book April 02, 2020
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Music Education students build teaching skills through outreach.Tubist takes top prize April 01, 2020
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Running Start Competition winner commissions composers of color.Nurturing choral leaders of the future February 17, 2020
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MSU choral alumnae mentor young women scholars in unique program.Grant reflects music education innovation February 03, 2020
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Community Music School infuses curriculum with social justice.MSU Jazz ranks 3rd in nation in prestigious Jazz at Lincoln Center competition January 22, 2020
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Four student musicians recognized for outstanding performances.Annual concert honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. January 06, 2020
Continue readingJazz: Spirituals, Prayer and Protest can be heard in two free performances on January 19, part of a university-wide celebration.
Whitaker sets ambitious goal – and reaches it December 04, 2019
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Jazz leader uses milestone birthday as motivation, pushing himself and inspiring students.Stellar jazz drummer comes to MSU November 14, 2019
Continue readingKenny Washington bops into town as the next MSU Federal Credit Union Jazz Artist in Residence.
Sensory-friendly concerts at MSU inspire disability advocate November 12, 2019
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Mid-Michigan Autism Association to facilitate spring concert at CMS-D.Music pays homage to Latin, Central and South American composers October 25, 2019
Continue readingSouth of the Border: Celebrating the Music of the Other Americas continues West Circle Series’ 10th Anniversary
RicStar camp co-founder earns Women of Worth award from L’Oréal Paris October 15, 2019
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Judy Winter's honor raises funds for important CMS program.MSU Music welcomes eminent chamber group October 09, 2019
Continue readingImani Winds comes to campus as part of the MSU Federal Credit Union Entrepreneurial Musical Artist in Residence.
Trumpeter Tanya Darby Kicks Off Jazz Residency Season September 24, 2019
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MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program swings into communities and schools in early OctoberAn exciting week of band and orchestra performances September 05, 2019
Continue readingStudent ensembles perform at Fairchild Theatre and Wharton Center, and feature distinguished guests.
King Mangoberry August 30, 2019
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The music of Ricardo Lorenz with MSU Wind Symphony conducted by Kevin L. Sedatole and guest artist Manuel Alejandro Rangle, maracas.Loving the jazz life at MSU July 31, 2019
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Busy Etienne Charles pauses to reflect on students and the MSU community.The sounds of experience July 24, 2019
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MSU assistant professor explores role of music education in social change.Women of Jazz: Empowering the next generation June 20, 2019
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Funding needed for program led by Detroit jazz artist Marion Hayden.Color Me Music: Alliance for Students of Color April 29, 2019
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Student group focuses on diversity and inclusion in Music.“I Have a Voice” April 26, 2019
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MSU Women's Ensemble performs empowering new song.Diversifying jazz mentorship April 25, 2019
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Leading musicians cap off dynamic lineup for MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.Amy Lewis wins emerging leader award April 24, 2019
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Doctoral student blends activism and music education.Using music to combat antisemitism April 19, 2019
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Featuring Shostakovich 13, "Babi Yar," and selections from "I Never Saw Another Butterfly."
Etienne Charles digs deep on new album April 11, 2019
Continue readingCarnival rings with a cutural celebration.
Message from the Dean: Spring 2019 v1 February 28, 2019
Continue readingAlumnus advocates for the arts February 20, 2019
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Xavier Boudreaux builds career at Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.Rucker in London February 15, 2019
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Baritone ends stellar run in Royal Opera House production.Xavier Davis drops new album January 07, 2019
Continue reading"Rise Up Detroit" speaks of the city's diverse history
Jazz concert honors MLK, and tribute to Aretha Franklin December 28, 2018
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Free concert 1/20 offers two performances,
3 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Fairchild Theatre.Masters of excellence December 17, 2018
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Two leading jazz artists mentor MSU students through week-long residencies.Material worlds December 13, 2018
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Doctoral candidate receives Fulbright-Hays award to research instrument making in Ghana.Meeting students where they are December 03, 2018
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College of Music alumnus builds choral program in South Central Los Angeles.“The best decision I’ve ever made.” October 16, 2018
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Senior Jordyn Davis is branching out as a composer and jazz musician.Dresner Foundation supports kids at CMS-D September 10, 2018
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Grant makes music lessons and summer camp possible for Detroit youth.Bursting with Joy September 05, 2018
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Celebrating the Spectrum students reflect on week of scholarship with the College of Music.Trumpet student excels in classical performance May 30, 2018
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Gause earns multiple fellowships, seats in prominent orchestras.An unforgettable performance experience May 25, 2018
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A student's perspective on the Sensory Friendly Spartan Concert.Steve Wilson makes lasting impression April 30, 2018
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Fourth and final 2017-18 MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence ends season on a high note.Golden to bring great energy and talent to MSU as newest Band faculty March 05, 2018
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Skilled conductor, music educator and band director will bring her artistry to the faculty of the College of Music.Harvey Mason shares jazz life lessons through MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program January 31, 2018
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Busy studio musician, jazz drummer, record producer, and member of the band Fourplay teaches and performs with MSU Jazz studentsMusic, Culture and Weather Converge at Spartan Stadium November 30, 2017
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Persistent MSU Spartan Marching Band steps up and stands out in Africa halftime show.College of Music Vocal Arts Graduate Honored with MSU Young Alumni Award October 20, 2017
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Jonathan Kirkland who played George Washington in the production of “Hamilton,” recalls experience at MSU. Celebrating the Spectrum: A Festival of Music and Life July 06, 2017
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College of Music builds on summer program that explores musicianship for students with autism.Music Therapy Camp Celebrates 15 Years June 12, 2017
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Annual Eric ‘RicStar’ Winter Music Therapy Camp welcomes MSU President Simon and others for a special inside look.Program for Musicians with Autism Highlighted at International Conference April 28, 2017
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President Simon introduces “Celebrating the Spectrum: A Festival of Music and Life” to dozens of researchers.Theory Class Leads to Super Music Learning April 28, 2017
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Doctoral candidate’s creative approach connects with grade school audience.Visiting Soprano Offers Praise and Invaluable Perspective April 17, 2017
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Opera singer Martina Arroyo visits MSU, holds workshop for 150 students.Diverse Expression Fills Award-winning Compositions March 30, 2017
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Grad students recognized for works that address cultural coexistence, challenges.MSU Mentorship at the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead Program March 02, 2017
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Jazz Studies Professor Xavier Davis selected as mentor for prestigious jazz residency program.Visiting Jazz Bass Teacher and Composer Embodies Tradition January 09, 2017
Continue readingRufus Reid brings the groove to MSU and beyond through the MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.Young Composer and Saxophonist Excels December 19, 2016
Continue readingJazz student at Community Music School-Detroit named Seymour Simons Scholar.Musicking Equity: Enacting Social Justice through Music Education December 08, 2016
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New Directions Conference to explore role of music education in activism.Cultural Event brings Composers, Ensembles from Around the World December 07, 2016
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MSU professor and chair of composition invited to attend inaugural festival of Asia Culture Center in South Korea.Music Students, Faculty and Staff Explore Unity November 30, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music assesses, strengthens atmosphere of diversity and inclusion.MSU Vocal Graduate Cast for Key Role November 15, 2016
Continue readingJonathan Kirkland plays George Washington in Chicago company of Hamilton
Visiting Jazz Guitarist Shares Perspective and Inspires Students October 20, 2016
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Russell Malone embodies jazz tradition through the MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.Caribbean Currents: Caribbean Music from Rumba to Reggae October 01, 2016
Continue readingPeter Manuel with Michael Largey
Celebrating the Spectrum Program and Concerts August 31, 2016
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Unique program engages MSU community in week of teaching and scholarship for students with autism.
