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Oberlin Improv Fest 2023 Celebrates Range of Creative Practices
March 2, 2023
Cathy Partlow Strauss ’84
This year Oberlin students have had the opportunity for the first time to declare a minor in a new formalized course of study in improvisation. And from Thursday, March 2 through Saturday, March 4, they will have an immersive experience in the Oberlin Improv Fest 2023. All events of the festival are also open to audiences and are free.

3 Oberlin Conservatory Alumni Win 2022 Guggenheim Fellowships
April 22, 2022
Erich Burnett
Annual awards support research or creative endeavors across a range of disciplines.

Winds Aloft
April 22, 2022
Erich Burnett
Theodosia Roussos AD ’16 takes flight as an oboist, composer, singer, and more.

Sound and Sport Converge in Season-Opening Festival October 9-10
September 29, 2021
Erich Burnett
“Music, Sports, and the Enduring Influence of Ancient Greece” draws upon resources from across Oberlin’s campus.

Oberlin Symposium Strives for Actual Change in a Virtual Setting
May 18, 2021
Erich Burnett
Beginning May 25, Crafting Change presents four weeks of innovative thinking for teachers, students, artists, and others—all of it free.

Taking a Shine to TIMARA
May 5, 2021
Oli Bentley '21
Vocalist and philosophy major Diana Gruber ’22 crafted an innovative conservatory major—and an alter ego to match.

Oberlin to Offer New Course in Music Sampling
April 28, 2021
Erich Burnett
Taught by New York DJ, producer, and educator Chris Annibell, "Sound Collage" will combine historical perspectives with hands-on creating.

What Works When You’re Looking for Work
April 5, 2021
Oli Bentley ’21
A pandemic job hunter shares what she’s learned about securing internships and more.

Expressing Vulnerability Through Music
March 24, 2021
Yvonne Gay
A few months ago, Özüm Pamukçu ’23 explored her ability to become fully vulnerable. Her journey led to the production of two original songs and a thirst for more.

Alumni Connections Series Welcomes Victoria Theodore ’89 and Peter Flint ’92
February 15, 2021
Erich Burnett
Feb. 19 program unites Oberlin students with graduates forging successful music careers.
