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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

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.

October 21, 2024

Maryland Music School Aims to Give Students a ‘Well-Rounded Experience’

Students ranging in age from pre-K to high school learn music from graduate students at the Terrapin Community Music School.

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Maryland Opera Studio Performs “Make Our Garden Grow”

June 26, 2020 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

School of Music opera singers virtually perform Leonard Bernstein’s “Make Our Garden Grow” from "Candide."

School of Music Response to Recent Events

June 05, 2020 School of Music

A statement from our director and director-designate.

Jean-Michele Damase's Quartet for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet and Piano

May 27, 2020 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

The Pressez Quartet performs the first movement of Jean-Michele Damase's Quartet for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet and Piano.

Congratulations Class of 2020!

May 22, 2020 School of Music

An online celebration featuring remarks from our director and a personal message to each graduate.

Virtual Performance of "Jupiter"

May 22, 2020 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

The UMD Symphony Orchestra performs a selection of "Jupiter" from Holst's "The Planets."

Virtual Alma Mater

May 19, 2020 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

The UMD Chamber Singers perform a Virtual Alma Mater.

Cleveland Page, Retired Piano Pedagogue, Dies at 86

May 19, 2020 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Professor Emeritus leaves a lasting legacy after 25 years at UMD.

Honors Humanities Alum Awarded For Leadership in Student Government

May 19, 2020 Honors Humanities, School of Music

Noah Eckman ’20, a chemical engineering major and music performance minor, received the William L. Thomas Student Government Association Award for his service.

University of Maryland Victory Song

May 18, 2020 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

A virtual Mighty Sound of Maryland!

Jeannette-Marie Lewis, flute: Debussy's Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun

May 16, 2020 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

A unique flute choir arrangement.