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A Concert for Freedom
October 6, 2022
Joshua Reinier
Oberlin musicians have an exciting semester ahead, including a January trip to New York for an engagement at Carnegie Hall. But the excitement begins at home, with a special preview performance of the Carnegie Hall program in Oberlin's own Finney Chapel on Thursday, October 13. The 7:30 p.m. concert features music by Oberlin composer R. Nathaniel Dett and showcases the artistry of faculty and alumni vocalists. The concert will feature the Oberlin Orchestra, joined by voices from the Oberlin College Choir and Musical Union.
Oberlin Establishes Minor in African American Music
February 1, 2022
Erich Burnett
Interdisciplinary course of study available to all students in the college and conservatory.
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.
Oberlin Conservatory Launches Virtual Classes for a Worldwide Audience
April 14, 2021
Conservatory Communications Staff
Oberlin Conservatory Global welcomes music students, educators, and lifelong learners; first courses begin in summer 2021.
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.
Ed Helms ’96 and Chris Eldridge ’04 Team Up for 'Red Herring Conversations' Jan. 29
January 25, 2021
Erich Burnett
Oberlin Stage Left program revolves around performers’ shared love of bluegrass and more.
Arts and Sciences Orchestra Collaboration Premieres December 15
December 10, 2020
Erich Burnett
Virtual performance draws upon musicians from the college, community, conservatory, and elsewhere.
Verona Quartet to Hold 2020-21 Oberlin Residency
July 17, 2020
Erich Burnett
Winner of Chamber Music America’s Cleveland Quartet Award, rising ensemble will mentor college musicians through lessons, chamber music, and more.
Backstage Magic
May 26, 2020
Charlotte Maskelony '21
Oberlin productions—and the students who mount them—dispel the myth that opera is just for conservatory musicians.
Oberlin Gives Students in the Arts and Sciences a New Path to Musical Education
March 10, 2020
Communications Staff
Oberlin’s liberal arts students will have a new way to tap into the world-class musical education offered by the Conservatory of Music next year, as the institution launches a new music minor.
