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By Topic: Alumni On The Move
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Music alums in Korea unite for special concert December 08, 2023
Continue readingAnnual gathering of dedicated musicians returns to the stage.
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Music in our schools April 26, 2023
Continue readingMusic Education alums share their journeys from MSU students to teachers.
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Where music and entrepreneurship meet February 03, 2023
~Nois visits as Entrepreneurial Musical Artist in Residence.
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Studying Ukraine’s Musical Tapestry December 02, 2022
Continue readingMusic alumnus explores the country's rich history of vocal music.
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Major Met debut November 09, 2022
Continue readingSinging his way onto the famed New York Metropolitan Opera stage.
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When side gig meets center stage August 22, 2022
Continue readingMSU alumnus and high school band director commissioned to write symphony for West Point Band.
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From passion to profession May 31, 2022
Continue readingAlumna Kathryn Miller Ginsburg takes on GM role at DSO.
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Community Matters to Endea Owens May 11, 2022
Continue reading2015 MSU Jazz Studies graduate gives thanks and pays it forward.
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A celebration of diverse choral communities March 26, 2021
Continue readingSpartans bring a deep bench of talent to national choral conference.
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Two coasts, two bassists January 13, 2021
Continue readingMSU alumnae Endea Owens and Aneesa Strings take lead in jazz bass and more.
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Improvising around COVID-19 May 19, 2020
Continue readingCMS-D keeps the jazz playing.
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MSU Music Educators win MMEA awards January 02, 2020
Continue readingSalvador and Rothfeld honored as 2019 award recipients.
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A one-of-a-kind marching band halftime October 04, 2019
Continue readingSMB and Alumni Band join forces for an amazing show.
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Joe Zenas will serve as 2019 Music commencement speaker April 19, 2019
Continue readingThinkwell CEO and Music alumnus returns to campus to address graduating class.
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Harmonic convergence February 28, 2019
Continue readingMusic grad Brandon Straub leads multi-faceted career in Washington, D.C.
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Alumnus advocates for the arts February 20, 2019
Continue readingXavier Boudreaux builds career at Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
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Reflection on a journey, excitement for the future February 06, 2019
Continue readingOboist and MSU alumna Sarah Lewis on the DSO and how she got there.
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Best friends forever December 13, 2018
Continue readingMusic connects three singers who followed different paths.
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Meeting students where they are December 03, 2018
Continue readingCollege of Music alumnus builds choral program in South Central Los Angeles.
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Heemstra wins Young Alumni Award October 23, 2018
Continue readingMusic alumna recognized by the MSU Alumni Association.
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Combining talent with an entrepreneurial mindset October 05, 2018
Continue readingMusic doctoral student becomes first full-time strings faculty at Webster University.
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Tigran Shiganyan: Building cultural bridges through music April 18, 2018
Continue readingMusic alumnus motivated by gratitude.
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Bethany Beardslee to speak at MSU College of Music Commencement March 20, 2018
Continue readingRenowned soprano and MSU Music alumna will also receive an honorary doctorate.
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The Value of Remaining Open to New Experiences March 15, 2018
Continue readingHow clarinetist Sonia Sielaff sees the world
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College of Music Vocal Arts Graduate Honored with MSU Young Alumni Award October 20, 2017
Continue readingJonathan Kirkland who played George Washington in the production of “Hamilton,” recalls experience at MSU.
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Commencement Speaker for Spring 2017 Talks Empowerment May 12, 2017
Continue readingJennifer Heemstra, founder of international nonprofit, encourages grads to leverage music for greater good.
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“Walk-on” pianist flows to the top of Billboard Latin charts May 02, 2017
Continue readingAlumnus Arthur Hanlon reflects on his time at MSU, visits with students and performs at concert.
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Alumnus Reaches Pinnacle of Military Music April 14, 2017
Continue readingAndrew Esch marches into leadership role with premier U.S. Army band.
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Bass Alumnus Takes on Coveted Audition in Sweden January 04, 2017
Continue readingJonathan Reed earns two-month trial with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic.
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MSU Vocal Graduate Cast for Key Role November 15, 2016
Continue readingJonathan Kirkland plays George Washington in Chicago company of Hamilton
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Recognizing Leadership and the Power of Music November 14, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music alumna receives top award for outstanding volunteerism abroad.
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Strategic National Arts Alumni Project (SNAAP) September 12, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music to seek alumni input through national survey.
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Alumnus Earns Coveted Spot with Military Band Ensemble August 16, 2016
Continue readingPat Furlo represents the MSU Horn studio with prestigious U.S. “Pershing’s Own” Army Band.
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Lifting Spirits with Music August 01, 2016
Continue readingCollege of Music alumna bridges socio-economic divides in India through music.
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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.
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Career Profile Combines Passion with Experience November 18, 2015
Continue readingMSU Music Education alum spins entrepreneurial career as a multi-faceted performer.
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Celebrated Alumnus Connects with Students November 06, 2015
Continue readingRenowned orchestrator William Brohn visits College of Music, takes stage as Homecoming Grand Marshal.
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Golden Apple Shines Green for Second Straight Year November 06, 2015
Continue readingIllinois award for teaching excellence goes to MSU music education alumnus.
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Music Becomes a Bridge September 30, 2015
Continue readingCollege of Music alumna promotes music as a means to mend cultural divides.
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MSU Earns Hermitage Prize August 25, 2015
Continue readingMusic composition alumnus receives coveted award for prestigious artist retreat.
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MSU Choral Program Alum to Lead World-Renowned Choir August 04, 2015
Continue readingJong Kim was recently selected to serve as the director and principal conductor of one of the top professional choirs in the world.
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Music Beyond Measure August 01, 2015
Continue readingMSU Jazz Studies alumna uses music to help heal the wounds of trauma, abuse.
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OCB Founder Recalls MSU Music Origins April 03, 2015
Continue readingAlumnus draws on experience to broaden reach of Opera Company of Brooklyn.
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Alumni Form Contemporary Music and Dance Ensemble April 01, 2015
Continue reading“ConTempus,” ensemble with MSU ties collaborates with Detroit art groups.
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Inspiring and Heart-warming Work from Music Alumnus February 17, 2015
Continue readingDMA graduate leads homeless choir at Dallas opera house, featured on NPR
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Composition Alumnus Receives Fellowship to Aspen Music Festival January 22, 2015
Continue readingSusan and Ford Schumann Center for Composition Studies hosts top international composers during festival.
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Music Education Alumnus to Direct BGSU Marching Band January 22, 2015
Continue readingBowling Green State University announces Michael King as their new director of the Falcon Marching Band.
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On the Move, Lindsay Kesselman October 24, 2014
Continue readingCollege of Music alumna charts path as professional soprano.
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Strings Grad on the Move September 12, 2014
Continue readingViolin alumnus earns concertmaster position in West Virginia Symphony Orchestra.
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MSU Brass Takes “Gold” September 05, 2014
Continue readingCompetitive associations recognize talent fostered through MSU’s tuba and euphonium studio.
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Vocal Arts Honored at Chautauqua August 14, 2014
Continue readingVocal arts alumnus earns opportunity, awards through professional opera companies.
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Golden Apple Award Shines Green May 08, 2014
Continue readingMusic education alumnus receives coveted Illinois organization’s award for teaching excellence.
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Alumna Receives Director Position in Texas April 15, 2014
Continue readingMary Ellen Poole to take the helm at Butler School of Music in Fall 2014.
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MSU Jazz Connected with Two GRAMMYs February 07, 2014
Continue readingTwo College of Music alumni’s music collaborations honored at music’s most prestigious event.
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Music Alumnus Lands Prestigious MSU Award November 15, 2013
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Alumni on the Move November 03, 2013
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MSU Music Alumni on the Move May 01, 2013
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Go Green, Go Grammys February 12, 2013
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Alumnus Ben Williams Wins JJA Jazz Award June 22, 2012
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