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Nineteen young pianists from around the world have arrived in Oberlin and have drawn for their order of performance. They will take the stage July 31 through August 4 for the twelfth annual Thomas and Evon Cooper International Competition. Each of them are vying for a share of $40,000—including a $20,000 first prize—and a solo appearance with The Cleveland Orchestra.

Oberlin's 2023-24 series continues the legacy of presenting celebrated musical artists with six concerts that will shine a spotlight on the contributions of women musicians and composers.

Kenji Anderson came to Oberlin to study English and piano—and left with a deepened love of Japan.

Two-year graduate program prepares students for careers that blend artistry and technology, with no prior musical training necessary.

Dewi Beer’s love of teaching and language converge in a Taiwanese fellowship.

Frazier has a strong passion for forward-thinking music-making and creativity that embraces cultural identity.

Ongoing work revolves around musical robotics, instrument design, human-computer interaction, and musical expression.

Flute Professor Alexa Still collaborates with pianist Evan Hines '16 in seven works for flute written by composer Valerie Coleman—some inspired by poems of Maya Angelou and Fred D'Aguiar; album also features the readings of these poems by Oberlin's President Carmen Ambar.

A May 2023 graduate of the double degree program, Stern Yen will apply his experiences in teaching and working with youth.

Recipients of Oberlin Conservatory’s 2022-23 Honors and Awards included 43 outstanding students from across the Conservatory’s 11 divisions. Most of the prizes were given to graduating...