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Dominic Cossa, Emeritus Professor of Voice and Opera, Dies at 89

The renowned lyric baritone is remembered for his compassion and storytelling

Featured News

October 31, 2024 School of Music

New UMD Woodwind-Making Course Combines Music, Engineering Skills

Professor of Clarinet Robert Dilutis partners with A. James Clark School of Engineering's Ted Baker for a course where students use technology to create instruments.
October 16, 2024 School of Music

Associate Professor of Voice John Holiday on NPR's Tiny Desk

Holiday, described by the LA Times as “one of the finest countertenors of his generation,” has found success as a multi-genre artist.
June 25, 2024 School of Music, Brass, College of Arts and Humanities

Assistant Professor of Trombone Myles Blakemore on NPR's 'It's Been a Minute'

Blakemore joined the program's host Brittany Luse for a discussion on Black Music Month and how classical music has influenced some of their favorite artists.
June 04, 2024 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

Seven Years Ago, He Was Working at Chipotle. He Just Sang Opera On the National Mall.

Anthony D. Anderson was fired from Chipotle seven years ago. Today he's the future of opera.
May 28, 2024 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

On Memorial Day, A Moving Rendition of Taps in D.C.

Distinguished University Professor Chris Gekker has played the trumpet—and taps—for decades. But it carries special resonance on Memorial Day.
April 29, 2024 School of Music, Brass

Trombonist Myles Blakemore to Join UMD School of Music

Blakemore, a trombonist in the U.S. Navy Band, will lead the trombone studio at UMD.

April 29, 2024 School of Music, Piano, College of Arts and Humanities

Live from New York—and College Park

Guests at UMD see high-tech piano play music students’ performance 200+ miles away
April 15, 2024 School of Music

Low-Cost Lessons Raise Musical Bar for Local Teens

Terrapin Community Music School matches grad students with youths to expand access.
February 06, 2024 School of Music, Jazz Studies, College of Arts and Humanities

Acting Director of Jazz Studies Mark Williams Featured on Count Basie Orchestra’s 2024 Grammy Award-Winning Album

The orchestra, which includes WIlliams as one of its resident trombonists, won Best Large Jazz Ensemble for “Basie Swings The Blues.”

Music In The News

February 18, 2025

Maryland Opera Studio Reimagines Fairy Tale in its Operatic Show ‘The Fishwife’

The Maryland Opera Studio debuted its production of "The Fishwife" with nothing but a fishing rod, a bucket and the cast’s whistles mimicking the sounds of the ocean.
October 31, 2024

New UMD Woodwind-Making Course Combines Music, Engineering Skills

Professor of Clarinet Robert Dilutis partners with A. James Clark School of Engineering's Ted Baker for a course where students use technology to create instruments.
October 28, 2024

University Symphony Orchestra Performs 'Afro-American' in Season Opener

University Symphony Orchestra performs William Grant Still’s Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American," during its season opening concert.

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The Diamondback

‘Latin American Collage: Uncommon Perspectives’ Illuminates Latin Artists at UMD

October 27, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

A review of a School of Music student-led concert celebrating Latin American heritage through music.

D.M.A. Students Move Into Retirement Community

October 21, 2021 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Fifth class of student artists-in-residence make personal and musical connections at Collington, A Kendal Lifeplan Community.

A Symphony on the Streets

October 18, 2021 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Vijay Gupta, violin prodigy and social justice activist, to visit campus this week.

The Diamondback

UMD Student Music Groups Impress as they Return to In-Person Performances

October 11, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

UMSO and UMWO perform first in-person concerts since March 2020.
The Diamondback

UMD Researchers Are Developing an App to Act As “Supplement” to Violin Lessons

October 04, 2021 School of Music

Researchers at the University of Maryland are developing an artificial intelligence application to give more feedback to violin students without the need for a private lesson with an instructor.
The New York Times

Carmen Balthrop, Soprano Known for Joplin Opera Role, Dies at 73

September 22, 2021 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

After winning a vocal competition in 1975, she starred in “Treemonisha,” which ended up on Broadway. She also sang for a senator.
Maryland Today

A New Vision for Violin Instruction

September 17, 2021 School of Music

AI-powered app to eyeball posture, form for solo practice.
The Washington Post

Carmen Balthrop, Renowned Opera Singer and Teacher, Dies at 73

September 15, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

She belonged to the third generation of major African American opera singers.

Soprano Carmen Balthrop, Voice and Opera Professor, Dies at 73

September 14, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

The School of Music bids farewell to an opera legend and a beloved faculty member of 36 years.
The Diamondback

“Lightning in a bottle”: UMD School of Music remembers voice professor Carmen Balthrop

September 14, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

An obituary for Professor Carmen Balthrop.