News
10 Violinists Advance to the 2019 Cooper Competition’s Concerto Round
Erich Burnett
Following three days of Semifinal Round competition, the 2019 Cooper Competition field has been reduced from 24 violinists to 10. The following participants will advance to perform in the Concerto
Jazz Guitarist Emmet Sher Places Second in 2019 Śmietana Competition
Conservatory Communications Staff
Avid performer took part in final rounds held in Kraków, Poland.
Oberlin BPI: A Chat with Ian Plansker
Conservatory Communications Staff
Young composer and harpsichordist discusses his creative process and the joy of sharing his work with fellow musicians.
TIMARA Retreat for Girls Fosters Creativity through STEAM
Conservatory Communications Staff
"GEAR" introduces young learners to a world of often-overlooked opportunities.
Cooper International Competition Celebrates 10 Years in July
Erich Burnett
Two dozen violinists vie for share of $40K in cash prizes.
Maker, Musician and Steel Pan Tuner: Noah Sanderson ’16
Andrea Wang ’19
Noah Sanderson ’16 is a lifelong maker and musician who became serious about steel pan while at Oberlin. Since graduation, he has been gradually improving his skills tuning and making these instruments.
Baritone Andrew Frierson Broke Opera’s Color Barrier
Erich Burnett
The outspoken advocate of civil rights taught voice at Oberlin in the 1970s.
Phoebe Durand-McDonnell ’19 Awarded Fulbright Award in Switzerland
Erin Ulrich ’18
Harp performance major Phoebe Durand-McDonnell ’19 has been awarded a Fulbright to study historical harp performance in Switzerland.
Virtuoso Cellist, Teacher George Neikrug Dies at 100
By Erich Burnett
Member of Oberlin String Quartet made 1966 solo appearance in New York to honor conservatory's centennial.
Oberlin Arts and Sciences Orchestra Offers Non-Music Majors Access to Conservatory
Hillary Hempstead
Led by Visiting Assistant Professor of Conducting Tiffany Chang ’09, the Oberlin Arts and Sciences Orchestra gives students in the College of Arts and Sciences access to experiences in the conservatory.