Macky Auditorium at night

‘Titanic’ to explore human side of one of history’s most famous tragedies

Feb. 29, 2024

Even though “Titanic: The Musical” bears the name of one of history’s most famous ships in its title, it’s really a story about people. Join the College of Music’s Musical Theatre and Eklund Opera programs March 15–17.

Coreen Duffy

College of Music announces new director of choral activities

Feb. 22, 2024

Director of Choral Activities Coreen Duffy will join the College of Music in fall 2024. Duffy has served as director of choral activities at the University of Montana School of Music for the past six years.

Nicholas Perna

Music announces new associate professor, director of vocal pedagogy

Feb. 22, 2024

The College of Music has announced that Nicholas Perna will join the College of Music this fall as an associate professor and the director of vocal pedagogy.

vintage style microphone

Scat! Ƶ Boulder introduces new vocal jazz degree, ensemble

Feb. 12, 2024

Among several exciting developments, the College of Music’s Thompson Jazz Studies Program is set to launch a new Bachelor of Music in Vocal Jazz degree this fall.

Bruns and Crumb at a recording session of 'Metamorphoses, Book II' at Swarthmore College in 2021

Upholding the impact and legacy of composer George Crumb

Feb. 12, 2024

Associate Professor of Music Theory Steven Bruns and the late renowned composer George Crumb shared a close, long-lasting professional relationship and deep friendship. As Bruns nears retirement this spring, he reflects on his role as Crumb’s archivist and biographer.

Kate Cimino

College of Music welcomes Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives Kate Cimino

Jan. 30, 2024

The Ƶ Boulder College of Music welcomes Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives Kate Cimino, who brings a wealth of experience in executive leadership and higher education, and a long-held passion for music.

Marilyn Brock

Getting to know Marilyn Brock—interim director, Entrepreneurship Center for Music

Jan. 24, 2024

The Entrepreneurship Center for Music introduced a new face this academic year: While Professor of Composition and ECM Director Jeffrey Nytch is on sabbatical until fall 2024, Marilyn Brock fulfills the role of interim director.

Anna and Joan Sie

Celebrating the legacy and impact of Anna Sie, lifelong supporter of the arts and humanity

Jan. 24, 2024

Known for her heartfelt philanthropy on both local and national levels, Anna Sie left a powerful legacy of impact at Ƶ Boulder, including establishing a transformational student scholarship in the College of Music.

Ashley Civelli

As an educator, grad aspires to develop ‘lifelong lovers of music’

Dec. 18, 2023

Clarinetist Ashley Civelli doesn’t operate in a musical vacuum. Her College of Music education has deepened her firsthand experience as both a musician and an educator, roles that are equally important as she looks beyond graduation.

Isabel Goodwin

Music grad sees ‘cosmic quality’ in connection to the bassoon

Dec. 15, 2023

Isabel Goodwin graduates this month with dual Bachelor of Music degrees—one in composition and one in bassoon performance. During four years at the College of Music, the bassoon has served as a gateway to Goodwin’s creative growth, personal connections and artistic expression.

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