News
Baritone Andrew Frierson Broke Opera’s Color Barrier
May 29, 2019
Erich Burnett
The outspoken advocate of civil rights taught voice at Oberlin in the 1970s.
Opera-tunity Knocks: Elissa Pfaender '16
May 2, 2019
Julie Gulenko '15
A surprise phone call led to a life-changing experience for soprano Elissa Pfaender '16.
Voice Professor Daune Mahy Honored with May 12 Celebration
May 1, 2019
Erich Burnett
Beloved teacher intersected with virtually every Oberlin singer over her 39-year career.
Oberlin Named Top Producer of Fulbright Students for Tenth Consecutive Year
March 22, 2019
Erin Ulrich ’18
Oberlin has been recognized as a top producer of Fulbright Students for the 2018-19 academic year.
In the Practice Room with the 2019 Rubin Scholars
March 11, 2019
Conservatory Communications Staff
Voice majors Whitney Campbell '19 and Shawn Roth '20 recount their experiences with opera legend Marilyn Horne.
Q&A with Abby Cheng ’20, Captain of Women’s Ultimate Team
March 4, 2019
Jane Hobson ’22
Double-degree student Abby Cheng has been selected to play on the Women’s National Team at the WFDF Ultimate Championships this summer in Heidelberg, Germany.
Oberlin Opera Theater Presents Poulenc’s Dialogues of the Carmelites Mar. 13-17
March 1, 2019
Erich Burnett
Based on a true story, production showcases nearly 90 conservatory singers and instrumentalists.
Opera Superstar Joyce DiDonato Gets Playful Feb. 27 at Oberlin
February 13, 2019
Erich Burnett
“Songplay” explores original arrangements of music spanning from Italian art song to the American Songbook.
Oberlin Alumni Honored with Awards at 61st Grammys
February 11, 2019
Cathy Strauss
Numerous alumni across classical, jazz, and folk genres named winners at the 61st Grammy Awards ceremony.
Katherine Jolly Joins Oberlin Conservatory Voice Faculty
January 31, 2019
Erich Burnett
Distinguished singer emphasizes overall wellness, relishes classroom teaching in addition to private lessons.
