0 Zachary Preucil
March 7, 2013

Last week, the classical music world lost a truly great musician. Van Cliburn, best known for his unprecedented victory at the 1958 Tchaikovsky competition in Moscow, passed away on February 27th at the age of 78. For me, Mr. Cliburn’s passing struck a personal note, because I had the privilege of sharing a stage with

0 Stephen Danyew
March 6, 2013

In his latest video blog, percussionist Jason Trueting talks about how his career as a musician has evolved into a number of facets and how being flexible and open has led him to that point.  Enjoy!

0 Stephen Danyew
March 5, 2013

In this video blog, pianist Jade Simmons talks about her recent weekend of activities in Detroit and how she stayed calm amidst a whirlwind schedule made up of several performances, speaking engagements, and unexpected challenges! Enjoy!

0 Stephen Danyew
March 4, 2013

In this video blog, harpist Meghan Caulkett talks about questions she received regarding her outreach initiative “47 Strings” at a recent “Arts for Social Change” panel presentation in Boston.  Enjoy!

0 Zachary Preucil
February 28, 2013

So, you did it–you got into a great music school, maintained healthy relationships with your teachers and colleagues, and maximized your productivity during summer vacations. But now, with preparations for your degree recital in full swing and the Office of Student Services requesting measurements for your cap and gown, there’s no denying it any longer:

0 Stephen Danyew
February 25, 2013

In the Winter 2013 edition of The League of American Orchestra’s Symphony Magazine, Fred Cohn writes about a number of fascinating pursuits and projects by orchestral musicians.  From creating a small ensemble to manufacturing drum sticks, orchestral musicians are pursuing many interesting “side gigs” beyond their “day jobs.”  Read “Side Gigs” here.  Enjoy!

0 Stephen Danyew
February 23, 2013

It is exciting to see the many innovative approaches that orchestras and smaller ensembles are taking to keep live concert music relevant in our 21st century world.  The SoundExChange orchestra is an innovative start-up ensemble based in Rochester, NY which presents unique and compelling concert experiences.  The orchestra, founded by a group of student musicians,

0 Stephen Danyew
February 22, 2013

In this video blog, trumpeter and conductor Michael Flynn talks about the importance of recruiting early in the spring and maintaining a consistent practice schedule.  Enjoy!

0 Zachary Preucil
February 21, 2013

“So, where are you applying to for this summer?” The question seems to be on everyone’s lips this time of year, and for good reason: although we’re still enduring the bitter winds of a late February cold snap, we’re only one week away from the beginning of March, which I like to refer to as

0 Stephen Danyew
February 18, 2013

In this video blog, pianist and entrepreneur Jade Simmons talks about unique skills and capabilities that musicians may have that can apply to related fields and open up new opportunities. Enjoy!

0 Stephen Danyew
February 15, 2013

In her latest video blog, trombonist Catie Hickey talks about the importance of composing and improvising, and plays us an original composition on the trombone! Enjoy!