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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.

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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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Flute Professor Sarah Frisof and Sound Impact Give Hope to Incarcerated Teens Through Music

June 02, 2023 School of Music

Frisof is a member of Sound Impact, a collective of musicians dedicated to serving communities and igniting positive change in the US and abroad.

The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra and the University of Maryland’s Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center and School of Music Announce Groundbreaking Partnership

May 25, 2023 The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, School of Music

The collaboration marks a significant investment in the community, students and the future of orchestral music.

An SOM Graduate Student and Alumni Participate in the 2023 Jensen Foundation Vocal Competition

May 18, 2023 School of Music, Maryland Opera Studio

Of the 13 finalists, three stem from the Maryland Opera Studio, including first place winner Lawrence Barasa ’23.

Renowned Countertenor John Holiday Joins School of Music Faculty

May 17, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

Holiday, a successful singer in opera, jazz, gospel and pop genres, starts his position this fall.

New Terrapin Community Music School Aims to Reach Local Youth

May 12, 2023 School of Music

The School of Music will provide foundational music knowledge and private lessons.

Patrick Warfield Named Director of the School of Music at the University of Minnesota

May 09, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

Warfield led UMD’s campuswide Arts for All initiative, pioneering new programs and new curricula, and served as associate dean for arts and programming in ARHU.

Siv Lie Awarded Fellowship from the University of Strasbourg Institute for Advanced Study

April 26, 2023 School of Music

The assistant professor of ethnomusicology will examine the genocide perpetrated against Romanies during World War II in France.

UMD Hosts Music for All’s First Annual Mid-Atlantic Concert Band Festival

March 17, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

Students from Maryland, Virginia and North Carolina gather for a day of music and community building, hosted by the School of Music and Arts for All.

UMD Jazz Bands Perform in the Spring Big Band Showcase

March 03, 2023 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

UMD's Jazz program presents back-to-back nights of exciting performances
The Informer

University of Maryland Audience Learns Dionne Warwick Will Always Be Relevant

February 24, 2023 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Read about ARHU's Dean's Lecture Series featuring Dionne Warwick in The Infomer.