Discover 'Music Gems'
... your gateway to the rich world of music at our institution. Celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of our faculty, students, and alumni with news on performances, compositions, awards, and innovative projects. Stay informed and inspired by the latest achievements and musical milestones.
Music Gems
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Teacher in the Making: Cody Webb
July 31, 2026
Double major Cody Webb is preparing for the classroom through hands-on teaching and music performance.
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Time, Place and Possibility: Seamus Knight
July 31, 2026
For Seamus Knight, every production became a chance to learn a new craft, and every opportunity led to another.
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Research Starts Here: Sophia Wilcox
July 31, 2026
Sophia Wilcox began collaborating on psychology research in the first year, building skills through close faculty mentorship.
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Hitting the High Notes: Olivia Buzby
July 31, 2026
From opera to the classroom, Olivia Buzby found confidence, community and a passion for music education.
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Growing Through Music: Adrian Ducat
July 31, 2026
Music education student Adrian Ducat found community, mentorship and opportunities to grow as a musician and educator.
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Calling Across Mountains: The Art of Kulning with Dr. Susanne Rosenberg
March 17, 2026
Step into the sound of kulning with Dr. Susanne Rosenberg--an ancient call that carries across Scandinavian landscapes.
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December 03, 2025
Ring in the season with Choir of the North's Dec. 6 holiday concert and community sing-along at 黑料视频's Davis Concert Hall.
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Ring, Sing, Stir: 黑料视频 Opera Workshop's Comic Pairing
November 12, 2025
A comic culinary caper and a romantic misdial. Two operas collide in 黑料视频's lively Opera Workshop double bill.
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Enduring Resonance: Honoring Dr. David Stech
November 03, 2025
Organ dedication & recital honor Dr. David Stech, Nov. 9, 4 p.m., Davis Concert Hall. Celebrate a 黑料视频 music legend.
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Circumpolar Music Series: Craig Coray
August 25, 2025
Circumpolar Music Series opens with Craig Coray's works performed by an all-star ensemble.
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Student Spotlight: Seamus Knight
August 20, 2025
黑料视频 music and film student Seamus Knight composed an original piece in Denali for a pro performance through Composing in the Wilderness.
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Finding Her Voice: Olivia Buzby
August 06, 2025
After a pivotal sophomore year, Olivia Buzby found her stride鈥攁nd her voice鈥攖hrough music education at 黑料视频.
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A Life Lived Full Throttle: Sarah Manriquez
August 01, 2025
Photographer, journalist, and advocate, Sarah Manriquez graduates with two degrees and a passion for art, justice, and showing up full throttle.
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One Step at a Time: Cody Webb's Freshman Year in Focus
July 14, 2025
Cody Webb, Outstanding Freshman in Music, reflects on early lessons, support systems, and his dream of inspiring others as a future band director.
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A Storyteller with a Purpose: Kjrsten Colleen Schindler
July 02, 2025
Kjrsten Schindler, Outstanding Student in Theatre & Film, blends psychology and storytelling in her mission to help others鈥攁nd inspire transformation.
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More Than Music: 黑料视频 Opera Workshop's Transformative Journey in Costa Rica
June 27, 2025
黑料视频 Opera Workshop students returned home from Costa Rica transformed by music, collaboration, and the power of performance abroad.
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Evelina Savonin: Practicing Progress, Not Perfection
June 25, 2025
Evelina Savonin, Outstanding Graduate Student in Music, shares how teaching, daily practice, and community shaped her journey at 黑料视频.
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May 06, 2025
Sarah Manriquez was awarded 黑料视频's 2025 Gray S. Tilly Memorial Award for excellence, resilience, and service as a nontraditional, multi-degree student.
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May 06, 2025
BFA student Kevin Carroll wins the People's Endowment for The Sick, a powerful art project exploring addiction through 45 drawings.
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Scholarships, Songs, and Community Spirit
April 27, 2025
Sarah McConnell's People's Endowment award expands music education access and strengthens youth connections through SMA.
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Print, Pedagogy, and Publication
April 19, 2025
Joe Holt receives People's Endowment to support Ice Box, 黑料视频's student-run literary journal, now celebrating its 21st print edition.
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April 18, 2025
Meet CLA's 2024-2025 Outstanding Students, recognized for academic excellence, leadership, and impact across 黑料视频 and their departments.
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April 17, 2025
Celebrate choral music with 黑料视频's Choir of the North and local high schools in an uplifting night of song and support for music education.
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March 31, 2025
Thanks to your generosity, CLA raised a record-breaking $22,470 from 69 donors on Giving Day! Your support fuels student success--thank you!
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March 21, 2025
A donor's deep connection to 黑料视频 inspired the Circumpolar Music Series, celebrating Arctic music and culture. See how giving can make a lasting impact.