News
No Time Like Ngo Time
January 8, 2020
Charlotte Maskelony ’21
In four short years at Oberlin College, Alex Ngo set his course for a life in music.
Oberlin Music Releases Kendra Colton’s "Late Air," Featuring Music of John Harbison
January 8, 2020
Erich Burnett
Recording showcases the longtime Oberlin faculty soprano, spans three decades of the composer’s work.
Oberlin College and Conservatory Establishes Five New Collaborative Programs
December 11, 2019
Office of Communications
Distinctive courses of study draw upon interdisciplinary resources, chart paths toward 21st century careers.
Oberlin Names Innovative Leader as Dean of the Conservatory of Music
December 10, 2019
Communications Staff
Following an extensive national search, William Quillen has been appointed dean of the Conservatory of Music at Oberlin College. An innovative, forward-looking leader, Quillen has served as acting dean of the conservatory since the fall 2018. He will begin his new role on January 1, pending approval by the Board of Trustees.
Performance Features World Premiere of Ogonek Chamber Concerto
December 6, 2019
Cathy Partlow Strauss
Pianist Xak Bjerken will give the premiere performance of Elizabeth Ogonek’s chamber concerto where are we now (2019) tonight at 7:30 p.m., Friday, December 6 in Oberlin Conservatory...
One Campus, a Million Musical Opportunities
November 23, 2019
Charlotte Maskelony '21
Oberlin College musician Olivia Fink ’21 finds no shortage of conservatory connections.
Opera Legend Marilyn Horne Leads Annual Oberlin Master Class Dec. 4
November 22, 2019
Erich Burnett
Four conservatory singers to perform for the famed mezzo-soprano in Finney Chapel.
Crowdfunding Effort Supports Establishment of TIMARA Founders Fund
November 15, 2019
Erich Burnett
Inspired by the work of Oberlin electronic music pioneers Olly Wilson and John Clough ’53, fund would facilitate annual awards to TIMARA students and more.
500 Musicians Can’t Be Wrong
November 11, 2019
Erich Burnett
TIMARA’s Kaleidosonic Festival honors 50 years of electronic music with a uniquely Oberlin sonic experience. And food trucks.
Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts Presents Cantonese Opera Scenes Nov. 14
November 7, 2019
Erich Burnett
A cultural exchange highlighted by midday discussion on Chinese operatic music followed by an evening performance.
