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School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

A Peek Inside … Music Education Assistant Professor Robin Giebelhausen’s Office

Colorful puppets, ukuleles create inviting space for songs and learning.

April 01, 2022 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Alumnus Jason Max Ferdinand Returns to UMD as Director of Choral Activities

The accomplished choral conductor said he’s eager to continue to grow the School of Music’s strong program.

March 29, 2022 School of Music

Preparing for a 'Sustainable Career in the Arts'

Marlia Nash ’24, a trombone performance major with a minor in arts leadership, is taking advantage of multiple opportunities at UMD.

February 25, 2022 School of Music

An Operatic Star Who Raised Others’ Voices

Grad student helped process Library of Congress’ collection of legendary singer Jessye Norman.

February 15, 2022 School of Music

Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival Returns With In-Person Performances

Violinist-violist and UMD Alumna Chelsea Green will perform at the Mid-Atlantic Jazz Festival.

January 25, 2022 College of Arts and Humanities, School of Music

Local Music History on Shuffle

UMD doctoral candidate’s playlist amplifies county’s artistic legacy.

December 03, 2021 School of Music

UMD School of Music Announces Inaugural Graduate Fellowship Brass Quintet

Members of Terrapin Brass will lead as emerging artists, mentors and ambassadors for the school.

November 13, 2021 School of Music, The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center

New UMD Woodwind Quintet Aims to Go Beyond Traditional Classical Canon

“Ignis” plans to make chamber music more accessible to the public.

November 05, 2021 School of Music, College of Arts and Humanities

A First (Master)Class Opportunity

Doctoral student cellist chosen for Yo-Yo Ma instructional video.

September 17, 2021 School of Music

A New Vision for Violin Instruction

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

The Diamondback May 10, 2022

Edward Maclary to Retire After Two Decades of Shaping Choral Activities at UMD

"Maclary’s career at the university is as old as the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center — he was appointed to the faculty in the same year as the arts center’s completion."

The Diamondback May 04, 2022

UMD’s Japanese Koto Ensemble Celebrates 50th Anniversary

The students, dressed in colorful kimonos, were accompanied by singers, a flute player, a Japanese flute player and members of the Washington Toho Koto Society.

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