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An Unprecedented Outcome
July 27, 2013
Erich Burnett
The last three remaining participants in the 2013 Cooper International Violin Competition made the most of their final opportunity onstage, offering outstanding performances in concert with the...
Two Share Top Prize in 2013 Cooper Competition
July 27, 2013
Erich Burnett
A week of exceptional competition among the world’s finest young violinists culminates in an unforgettable Concerto Finals with the Cleveland Orchestra—and the first tie in Cooper history.
Accolades for Organists
July 22, 2013
Erich Burnett
Simon Thomas Jacobs ’15 leads a long list of Professor James David Christie’s students who have excelled in summer competitions across America and abroad.
Reenvisioning Bach
July 17, 2013
Erich Burnett
The latest release on the Oberlin Music label continues conservatory faculty member Darrett Adkins’ six-part showcase of reenvisioned cello works by Bach.
Harlem and Shakespeare Meet in New Production
July 17, 2013
James Helmsworth
Professor Justin Emeka’s production of A Midsummer Night's Dream infuses Shakespeare with traditions of the African Diaspora.
In Search of Women Farmers
July 16, 2013
James Helmsworth
Recent graduate Lake Buckley is cycling across the country to raise awareness of small-scale organic farms and the women who operate them.
Filmed on Location
July 15, 2013
Amanda Nagy
The Apollo Outreach Initiative brings filmmaking to the community.
How to Teach for a Revolution
July 5, 2013
Janet Fiskio, Young Kim
An alumnus and an Oberlin faculty member identify the most important ingredient for a successful food movement: humility.
The Selch Connection
June 29, 2013
Jessica R. Downs
A major collection of instruments and artifacts bolsters the study of American music history.
Award Supports Garden Initiative
June 25, 2013
Amanda Nagy
Gardening was once a common practice in Harlan County, Kentucky. With a $15,000 grant, Hilary Neff plans to reestablish it—and teach about science and nature, too.
