News
Oberlin Opens Selch Center for the Study of American Culture
September 29, 2016
Erich Burnett
Oct. 5 inauguration fulfills mission of the conservatory’s Selch Collection of American Music History.
![Paul Robeson seated at a piano, sharing a laugh with someone. Black and white photo.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/v2paul_robeson2_0.jpg?itok=DXVUQWFg)
Zukerman Trio, Led by Violinist Pinchas Zukerman, Performs Sep. 30
September 20, 2016
Erich Burnett
Part of the Artist Recital Series, program will feature trios by Schubert and Shostakovich, plus selections from Glière.
![The Zukerman Trio](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/ars-zukerman-trio-photo-2_copy_0.jpg?itok=3ohyupuI)
TIMARA's Peter Swendsen Discusses Premiere with Jennifer Torrence '09
September 18, 2016
Julie Gulenko '15
Inspired by Shakespeare's Tempest, What Noises Remain emphasizes percussion and field recordings from around the world.
![Peter Swendsen.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/swendsenheadshot.jpg?itok=QeJ4w6ht)
Oberlin Jazz Finds Its Voice - and Its First Voice Teacher
September 14, 2016
Erich Burnett
Growing demand and collaborative opportunities lead to appointment of versatile singer La Tanya Hall.
![Professor Hall coaches a student singer](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/hall-studio-1-edit_3.jpg?itok=hUMkvq_l)
A Look at Oberlin’s Next Performance Venue
August 24, 2016
Julie Gulenko '15
Birenbaum Space intended to unite campus and community.
![construction blueprint.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/birenbaum_blueprint.png?itok=Mgj0igWy)
Artist Recital Series Opens Sep. 17 with Jazz Clarinetist Eddie Daniels
August 18, 2016
Erich Burnett
139th season of Oberlin's historic series to feature the Baroque orchestra Tafelmusik, pianist Richard Goode, The Cleveland Orchestra, and more.
![clarinetist Eddie Daniels](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/ars-eddie-daniels-photo_copy-1_3.jpg?itok=c3BwFgeO)
A Look into Sonic Arts at Oberlin
August 10, 2016
Julie Gulenko '15
Summer program devoted to electroacoustic music invites students to plug and play.
![four electroacoustic musicians.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/eli_stine_with_saw_group.png?itok=NLRKkZPl)
Frederick Haas '83 Honored by American Guild of Organists
August 1, 2016
Erich Burnett
Lifelong musician and philanthropist is also a leading advocate for the instrument.
![Frederick Haas receives an award](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/dsc_6993_3.jpg?itok=LludeAKm)
Ryota Yamazaki of Japan Captures 2016 Cooper Competition Title
July 22, 2016
Erich Burnett
17-year-old pianist shines in performance of Rachmaninoff at Concerto Finals July 22 in Cleveland, earns $20,000 first prize.
![A pianist performs before an audience. He is leaning back with eyes closed and fingers on the keys.](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/ryota_0.jpg?itok=RH0Rr7H4)
2016 Cooper Competition Concerto Finalists Revealed
July 20, 2016
Erich Burnett
Three remaining pianists will perform with The Cleveland Orchestra July 22 at Severance Hall; winner earns $20,000 first prize.
![Cooper International Competition poster](https://www.oberlin.edu/sites/default/files/styles/fp_w360_h270/public/content/news/image/2016_cooper_logo2_3.jpg?itok=bsWfHYcy)