Students in the Instrument Design Lab

Instrument Design Lab explores the science of music

Feb. 7, 2023

Assistant Professor of Composition Annika Socolofsky blends the realms of art and science through the Instrument Design Lab. The course offers a science-based context to instrumentation, sound and musical creation, giving College of Music students a foundation in the science of music.

Chas Wetherbee

Dedicated to the memory of Chas Wetherbee

Jan. 19, 2023

The campus community lost a cherished colleague and treasured friend, Associate Professor of Violin Charles “Chas” Wetherbee. The Boulder Philharmonic's performance on Jan. 22 and the CU Boulder College of Music's next Faculty Tuesdays recital on Jan. 24 will be presented in Wetherbee's memory.

Johnette Martin and Jessica Quah working in the American Music Research Center collections

Doctoral students gain professional experience in archives

Dec. 15, 2022

For musicology students Johnette Martin and Jessica Quah, working in the American Music Research Center archives has deepened their understanding of babyֱapp's history and how music has played a part in that history.

Takacs Quartet with students from the Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras

Takács Quartet launches CU Series, expands community engagement

Dec. 9, 2022

The Takács Quartet is pushing to deepen and expand its relationship with fans. Through its new CU Series, the group will allocate tickets to engage new audience members.

Peyton Hall

Cellist wins first prize in Ekstrand competition for grad students

Nov. 17, 2022

Congratulations to Peyton Hall Magalhaes, cello, who won first prize in the Bruce Ekstrand Memorial Graduate Student Performance Competition. Soprano Anna McMahon was awarded second prize, and other finalists included Logan Banister, alto saxophone; Lauren Flaten, flute; and Rebecca Ortiz, trumpet.

Ensemble Hall in the new wing of Imig Music building

A diverse approach to creativity—attend ‘Atlas’ Oct. 28

Oct. 27, 2022

Featuring music, instrumentals and dancing, as well as food from different cultures, this College of Music event is a one-of-a-kind showcase designed to spotlight a diverse approach to creativity.

Soundscapes of the People team pose for a photo in Pueblo

American Music Research Center receives grants, advances diverse music projects

Oct. 5, 2022

The College of Music's American Music Research Center is bustling with activity. Director Susan Thomas is spearheading various exciting projects—discover what’s new.

Allison Cawthon

‘Musicking’ in the time of COVID

Sept. 1, 2022

College of Music doctoral candidate Brandon Stover recently reflected on making music and doing research during the time of COVID-19, asking master’s student Allison Cawthon to share her experiences and offer advice to other music students.

Howard B. Waltz Music Library

Black Lives Matter movement sparks composers project

Aug. 2, 2022

A new composers project on campus encourages recommendations for scores by Black, Indigenous and other people of color (BIPOC) composers. Stephanie Bonjack of the Howard B. Waltz Music Library explains.

Annie Booth

In stride with jazz alumna Annie Booth

July 26, 2022

Annie Booth shares how the College of Music continues to impact her career as an award-winning jazz pianist, band leader, composer/arranger and educator—and offers valuable career advice.

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