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College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Jared R. Rawlings Named Director of UMD’s School of Music

An esteemed music educator and scholar, Rawlings brings a visionary approach to leadership, learning and equity.

Featured News

December 23, 2024 School of Music

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

The renowned lyric baritone is remembered for his compassion and storytelling

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.

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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Arts for All

Accepting Submissions: Sadat Poetry and Music for Justice and Peace Competitions

February 26, 2024 College of Arts and Humanities, English, School of Music

Awards offered to students for original poems and music.

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

February 06, 2024 School of Music, Jazz Studies, College of Arts and Humanities

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

5 African American Works of Art Everyone Should Know

February 01, 2024 David C. Driskell Center for the Visual Arts and Culture of African Americans and the African Diaspora, English, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies, School of Music

From Pulitzer Prize-winning poetry to renowned modern dance, faculty experts share their picks.

Admission to the University of Maryland Comes with a Trumpet’s Blare

January 24, 2024 School of Music, Mighty Sound of Maryland Marching Band

The Mighty Sound of Maryland helped welcome members of UMD's Class of 2028 as a part of the University's Now a Terp tour.
The Baltimore Sun

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Begins Partnership with University of Maryland in ‘New Era for the Arts’

December 01, 2023 College of Arts and Humanities, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, School of Music

Groundbreaking partnership featured in the Baltimore Sun.

A Tuneful Alternative to Beep-Beep-Beep

November 15, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

UMD Professor and student bring sing-alongs to children in hospital

David Neely Appointed to Solti Foundation Artistic and Awards Committee

November 10, 2023 School of Music

Neely will help identify young conductors to receive career assistance and support.
Maryland Today

‘We Build Beauty in the Midst of Sadness’

November 08, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

Concert features musicians on campus and overseas to connect, reflect amid war.
The Diamondback

UMD Concert Promotes Hope, Unity After Surge of Violence in Israel and Palestine

November 07, 2023 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

The Diamondback features "Music and Community In Response to War."

Brass Lovers Revel in Renowned Tuba Soloist's Performance at The Clarice

October 31, 2023 School of Music

Celebrated tubist Øystein Baadsvik brought unparalleled talent and wit to the stage of Gildenhorn Recital Hall