News
Oberlin Celebrates 10th Anniversary at Kennedy Center on April 27
April 15, 2014
Conservatory Communications Staff
Musicians from all corners of the conservatory to be featured as part of the Conservatory Project.
12 Hours in South India: Thyagaraja Festival Arrives April 22
April 7, 2014
Conservatory Communications Staff
Inspired by Cleveland’s long-running festival, Oberlin Thyagaraja showcases South Indian music, film, and dance at the Apollo Theatre on April 22.
A Feel for Therapy
March 14, 2014
James Helmsworth
Double-degree student Matthew DiBiase combined his interests by shadowing music therapists and cognition researchers throughout New England.
Opera Legend Marilyn Horne to Visit in February
February 5, 2014
Conservatory Communications Staff
Annual residency, made possible by philanthropist Stephen Rubin, includes private study with students, master classes, and a celebration of Horne’s career.
Celebrating Black Musicians and Their Music
December 4, 2013
Veronika Edwards
“Black music transcends genre,” says the chair of Oberlin’ Black Musicians Guild, a student group dedicated to promoting black music in all its forms.
Musical America Honors Jeremy Denk '90 and ICE
November 6, 2013
Cathy Partlow Strauss
Oberlin alumni are featured prominently in the newly announced Musical America Awards, an annual celebration of artistic excellence and achievement in the arts since 1960.
A Window to Music Education
October 12, 2013
Logan Buckley
Professor Peggy Bennett’s SongWorks program uses classroom observation to enhance the learning experience.
Oberlin Conservatory Announces New Master of Contemporary Chamber Music Degree Program
October 7, 2013
Cathy Partlow Strauss
Groundbreaking curriculum reinforces Oberlin's tradition of developing innovative ensembles.
The Genius in Jeremy
September 27, 2013
Erich Burnett
Concert pianist Jeremy Denk adjusts to life as a MacArthur Fellow, Oberlin’s second such honoree in as many years.
Two Share Top Prize in 2013 Cooper Competition
July 27, 2013
Erich Burnett
A week of exceptional competition among the world’s finest young violinists culminates in an unforgettable Concerto Finals with the Cleveland Orchestra—and the first tie in Cooper history.