News
Ace of Clubs
July 27, 2017
Samantha Spaccasi ’17
A circuitous route through Oberlin led directly to a dream job for Gabe Pollack ’11, who today manages a popular jazz club in the Cleveland area.
![The Bop Stop's Gabe Pollack Former Oberlin double-degree student Gabe Pollack](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/gabe_pollack_by_julie_gulenko.jpg?itok=qLH06nqz)
Johan Dalene Wins the 2017 Cooper Competition for Violin
July 22, 2017
By Erich Burnett
Johan Dalene’s performance of Tchaikovsky’s Concerto in D Major sealed his first-place win during the final round of the 2017 Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition.
![Violinist performs with orchestra](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/johan_dalene_cooper_2017_by_roger_mastroianni.jpg?itok=y5gUbSpN)
2017 Cooper Competition Field Narrowed to 6 Violinists
July 19, 2017
By Erich Burnett
Two sessions of Concerto Round competition on Tuesday have given way to another round of jury deliberations in the 2017 Cooper International Competition for Violin. After two rounds of competition at...
![Welcome to the 2017 Cooper International Competition at Oberlin](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/cooper_2017_logo_for_newscenter_1.jpg?itok=9Ta0lioa)
10 Violinists Remain in the 2017 Cooper Competition Field
July 18, 2017
By Erich Burnett
After three days of riveting Semifinal Round performances by 23 outstanding young violinists, the 2017 Cooper Competition field has been reduced to 10 in advance of the Concerto Round. The remaining...
![Welcome to the 2017 Cooper International Competition at Oberlin](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/cooper_2017_logo_for_newscenter_0.jpg?itok=RE-vRcKA)
Frank Talk About Injuries
June 28, 2017
Conservatory Communications Staff
Violinist turned mindfulness practitioner Pamela Frank shares her strategies for healthy playing.
![Student violinist works with Pamela Frank.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/pam_frank_a.jpg?itok=I9qnKTYr)
Cooper International Competition for Violin Returns July 15-21
June 16, 2017
Erich Burnett
Young musicians representing eight countries will vie for cash prizes totaling $40,000.
![A violin soloist performs with an orchestra](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/gallia_kastner_2015_by_roger_mastroianni.jpg?itok=wpAmnpbN)
Summer Talk with Piano Professor Peter Takács
June 14, 2017
Conservatory Communications Staff
Learn his thoughts on recording, what he loves about Oberlin in summer, and more.
![Peter Takács.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/peter_takacs_by_tanya_rosen-jones.jpg?itok=q2R3Pq2O)
Summer Talk with Flute Professor Alexa Still
June 1, 2017
Conservatory Communications Staff
Learn how to make the most of your summer programs experience...and what to snack on!
![Alexa Still.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/alexa_still_by_jennifer_manna.jpg?itok=4gXcw_l-)
When in Rome...Make Music
June 1, 2017
Cathy Partlow Strauss '84
A student-formed ensemble enjoys high-profile gigs and a quest for deeper understanding.
![Trio Ligatura at Kennedy Center](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/trio_ligatura_margot_schulman.jpg?itok=LVVbTkCg)
Bassist Peter Dominguez Releases Groove Dreams on Oberlin Music
May 30, 2017
Erich Burnett
Dedicated to bass legend Milt Hinton, recording includes music by Stevie Wonder, Nat Adderley, Chick Corea, and others.
![Groove Dreams](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/groovedreams_for_newscenter.jpg?itok=hqu2gu-P)