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alumni on the move
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Commencement Speaker for Spring 2016 Inspires May 09, 2016
Continue readingNew York orchestra administrator named distinguished alumni for College of Music, shares insights for 21st century careers with entrepreneurial message.
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Music Alumnus Cofounds Nonprofit May 04, 2016
Continue readingDamien Crutcher’s "Crescendo Detroit" brings arts programming to kids in the Detroit community.
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Alumnus Appointed Top Academic Post April 28, 2016
Continue readingMSU College of Music saxophone alum Dr. Kelland Thomas named dean of Stevens Institute of Technology College of Arts and Letters.
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Successful Alumna Recalls MSU Experience and Community Engagement March 01, 2016
Continue readingMSU music theory and composition alum takes to the road, reflects on life as a touring musician.
faculty notes
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College of Music Welcomes New Composition Area Faculty May 23, 2016
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MSU College of Music on the Road May 16, 2016
Continue readingFaculty members travel far and wide, perform on stages around the nation, and world.
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Saxophone Professor’s Commission Named Pulitzer Finalist April 29, 2016
Continue readingWork for Joseph Lulloff’s saxophone quartet earns composer Carter Pann high honor.
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New Voice Faculty Joins MSU March 11, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music welcomes baritone Mark Rucker, appointed to the vocal arts area.
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New Event: Celebrating the Spectrum, A Festival of Music and Life March 10, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music partners with MSU research consortium to explore autism and piano musicianship.
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New Piano Faculty Member Hired March 04, 2016
Continue readingThe College of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Margarita Shevchenko.
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New Woodwind Faculty Member Hired February 29, 2016
Continue readingThe College of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Mingzhe Wang.
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Arts and Cultural Exchange Celebrates 10 Years February 19, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music invites community to join MSU's Year of China through opera and song.
feature topics
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Commencement Speaker for Spring 2016 Inspires May 09, 2016
Continue readingNew York orchestra administrator named distinguished alumni for College of Music, shares insights for 21st century careers with entrepreneurial message.
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Running Start Lineup Helps Broaden Students’ Perspective March 04, 2016
Continue readingVisiting artists spark conversations, share wisdom on entrepreneurship with MSU College of Music students.
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Billy Childs Premiere with MSU Jazz Orchestra January 29, 2016
Continue readingNew song during MLK commemorative concert addresses human trafficking.
giving moves music
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Donor Support Helps Elevate MSU Music May 13, 2016
Continue readingConcert sponsorships provide donors with unique opportunity to support the MSU College of Music.
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Endowment Supports Guest Artists and Honors Parents May 12, 2016
Continue readingHarris gift promotes performance opportunities in College of Music.
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Song Writing Project Promotes Literacy April 27, 2016
Continue readingMarshall Mathers Foundation and Carhartt fund innovative literacy program through MSU’s Community Music School-Detroit.
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Couple Perpetuates Love of Classical Music Through Endowment April 26, 2016
Continue readingGift from Ron and Helen Priest to the College of Music provides scholarships for students in orchestral performance.
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New Aspiring Musicians Program for Youth in Detroit January 15, 2016
Continue readingGift to MSU Community Music School-Detroit provides free music lessons for Detroit area students.
media releases
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College of Music Welcomes New Composition Area Faculty May 23, 2016
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New Voice Faculty Joins MSU March 11, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music welcomes baritone Mark Rucker, appointed to the vocal arts area.
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New Piano Faculty Member Hired March 04, 2016
Continue readingThe College of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Margarita Shevchenko.
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New Woodwind Faculty Member Hired February 29, 2016
Continue readingThe College of Music is pleased to announce the appointment of Mingzhe Wang.
message from the dean
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Message from the Dean: Spring 2016 v2 May 24, 2016
Continue readingAnnouncing remarkable faculty additions, celebrating international initiatives, and reinforcing community engagement where it's needed most.
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Message from the Dean: Spring 2016 v1 March 22, 2016
Continue readingRecognizing programs and partnerships geared to help expand our students’ skills and perspective.
music in the news
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MSU Music in the NEWS, SP-16 vol.2 May 16, 2016
Continue readingFaculty, students, alumni of the MSU College of Music are featured in a variety of publications.
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MSU Music in the NEWS, SP-16 vol.1 January 29, 2016
Continue readingFaculty, students, alumni of the MSU College of Music are featured in a variety of publications.
music on the road
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MSU College of Music on the Road May 16, 2016
Continue readingFaculty members travel far and wide, perform on stages around the nation, and world.
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Arts and Cultural Exchange Unites Communities in Opera and Song April 14, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music and China Conservatory of Music celebrate 10 years, MSU Year of China.
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Upcoming Concert Commemorates 25th Tour March 14, 2016
Continue readingFrom Adagio to Allegro: Ralph Votapek marks 50 years in Argentina.
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Arts and Cultural Exchange Celebrates 10 Years February 19, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music invites community to join MSU's Year of China through opera and song.
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Vocal Arts and MSU Connecting at The Met February 02, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music Voice Professor takes stage, hosts Spartans in New York City.
outreach in music
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Song Writing Project Promotes Literacy April 27, 2016
Continue readingMarshall Mathers Foundation and Carhartt fund innovative literacy program through MSU’s Community Music School-Detroit.
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“Azure” Concert Warms Hearts and Minds April 26, 2016
Continue readingVisiting musicians open doors to autism community through unique concert on MSU campus.
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New Aspiring Musicians Program for Youth in Detroit January 15, 2016
Continue readingGift to MSU Community Music School-Detroit provides free music lessons for Detroit area students.
student focus
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New Lecture Series Offers Unique Perspectives April 08, 2016
Continue readingFirst year of student-run Women in Music Lecture Series sets the stage for yearly event.
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Running Start Lineup Helps Broaden Students’ Perspective March 04, 2016
Continue readingVisiting artists spark conversations, share wisdom on entrepreneurship with MSU College of Music students.
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Announcing 2016 Running Start Competition Winners February 25, 2016
Continue readingEntrepreneurial students from the College of Music pitch to a panel of judges, their peers, and area advocates for business and the arts.
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MSU Honors Music Student for Excellence in Diversity February 09, 2016
Continue readingDoctoral student recognized for work promoting inclusive environments in music education.
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MSU Honors and Exhibits Music Student’s Research February 02, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music undergrad recognized for complex exploration of music and gender.
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Tubist Earns Position with Civic Orchestra of Chicago January 22, 2016
Continue readingMSU undergraduate musician enjoys opportunity to play on the professional circuit.
success stories
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Alumnus Produces and Co-writes with Meghan Trainor May 06, 2016
Continue readingJazz musician, producer Thaddeus Dixon shares Disney award for ‘Best Song that Makes You Happy.’
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Saxophones Compete and Take High Honors April 18, 2016
Continue readingMSU students from classical and jazz saxophone studios stand out at honors national saxophone conference in Texas.
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President Simon Honors Teaching at the College of Music February 09, 2016
Continue readingMSU recognizes two faculty, graduate student at annual awards ceremony.
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Music Student Competes on Stage at Carnegie February 02, 2016
Continue readingMSU Cellist takes top honor at second annual competition in New York.
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The Work of Several Voice Students and Opera Recognized January 08, 2016
Continue readingVocal arts students shine in recent competitions, earn apprenticeships.
visiting artists and scholars
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Saxophonist Visits and Tours with MSU Jazz Studies May 04, 2016
Continue readingTim Warfield Jr. shares perspectives on music and life through MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.
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Renowned Jazz Pianist Performs and Visits with Students April 12, 2016
Continue readingKenny Barron mentors aspiring musicians through MSU Federal Credit Union Jazz Artist in Residence program.
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Oberlin Baroque Ensemble Works with Students and Faculty February 05, 2016
Continue readingEsteemed baroque ensemble visits College of Music, explores historic performance.
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Jimmy Cobb Shares Knowledge and Performance January 04, 2016
Continue readingJazz drummer brings a “kind-of blue” feeling to MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program.
Other Articles
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Message from the Dean: Spring 2016 v2 May 24, 2016
Continue readingAnnouncing remarkable faculty additions, celebrating international initiatives, and reinforcing community engagement where it's needed most.