The years 1967–69 were important for Cage as his musical aesthetics and political philosophy shifted in significant ways during this time. Based on a comprehensive study of Cage’s letters and ephemera, Sara Haefeli claims that Cage’s work turned away from the more radical actions of the early 1960s to more traditionally conceived and composed music, poetry and art by the end of the decade.
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After 25 years of dedication to the School of Music, beloved Director of Jazz Studies Chris Vadala passed away from cancer on January 17, 2019. We invite you to join us in celebrating his life, legacy and the jazz program that he created with performances by current faculty, the UMD Jazz Ensemble, Chris Vadala All-Star Alumni Band and featured guest artist, trumpeter Allen Vizzutti. Please join us after the concert for a reception.
Adriana Helbig is assistant dean of humanities and academic integrity and associate professor at the University of Pittsburgh. She specializes in applied ethnomusicology, activism, advocacy, music and disability studies, Romani music and human rights in Eastern Europe, bluegrass and global hip hop.
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This faculty curated honors recital showcases the best and brightest students in the School of Music.
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Grab your picnic basket, lawn chairs and blanket for this family favorite. Experience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in this lively outdoor concert featuring classic tunes and original works by School of Music alumni and current students. In the case of inclement weather, the concert will move inside. Check the website for weather updates. Concert repertoire coming soon.
Brooklyn Rider reads new works by School of Music student composers.
This toe-tapping concert really swings! You won't want to miss the UMD Jazz Lab Band and University Jazz Band in innovative interpretations of classic and contemporary jazz works. Concert repertoire coming soon.
This annual celebration showcases the range and diversity of exceptional talent across the School of Music in an exhilarating program curated by faculty member Sarah Frisof. This student showcase will feature Oculus [Five] Fellowship Woodwind Quintet, solo piano works by Clara Schumann, Jessie Montgomery’s Strum for string quartet, Mozart’s “Alleluja” from Exsultate, jubilate, K. 165 for soprano and jazz classics by Duke Ellington and Miles Davis.
Ephrat Asherie (USA): Odeon
