KU School of Music

One week from today! Thank you KC Studio for highlighting the rich history and traditions of Vespers! We can't wait to see you all @liedcenterks for Vespers! @UnivOfKansas #musiceducation

A @MusicKU professor and expert on Maria Callas disagrees with traditional characterizations of “divas” when discussing the opera icon, subject of an upcoming @netflix biopic. Stella Markou is available to talk about Callas' life and work with media. news.ku.edu/news/article/k…

Watch @MusicKU expert Paul Laird in this @washingtonpost video as he dissects “Defying Gravity,” the cornerstone song from Broadway’s “Wicked.” The film version comes to theaters Nov. 22. washingtonpost.com/video/entertai…

Dean Paul W. Popiel has been busy over the last week. He stopped by  Eisenhower Middle School in Kansas City, where he worked with about 30 music teachers from across KCK. The teachers came from a wide variety of backgrounds and enjoyed the conducting refresher.

Professor Martin Nedbal, a renowned scholar of German and Czech music, will be delivering an online lecture about the Czech composer Bedřich Smetana for the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Washington, DC, on October 22, 2024 (11 AM CST). Register here: eventbrite.com/e/online-lectu…

Thx @jennifermulson @DenverGazette for feat. @MusicKU prof Stephanie Zelnick's high-altitude adventures! denvergazette.com/arts-entertain…

Look at him go! KU Jazz major Luke Scheibmeir, who also plays in in Jazz Ensemble II, was on @KSNTNews this morning ahead of a performance at Redbud Park as part of NOTO Live (@NOTOarts). ksnt.com/fox-43/fox-43-…

Enjoy an evening of masterful music and collaboration with the KU Symphony Orchestra, Vincent Gardner of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra and Michael Davidson, trombone professor @MusicKU—September 25, 7:30pm. Conducted by Creston Herron. lied.ku.edu

A HUGE congratulations for Christopher Johnson, Professor of Music Education & Music Therapy, who was just named the 19th recipient of the @NAfME Senior Researcher Award for his significant, long-term scholarship in music education! shorturl.at/kKg8b

What a great start to the week! The Marching Jayhawks started gathering for rehearsals and even had a visit from Provost Barbara Bichelmeyer and Dean Paul W. Popiel! They enjoyed a nice pep talk on Wednesday and are ready for the new season. 🎶 Rock Chalk!! ❤️💙

A new KU faculty and staff choir forming this fall! Here is where you can read up on joining Bales Choral Society: news.ku.edu/news/article/n…

Next month, @MusicKU professor Stephanie Zelnick and a partner will give a concert at 14,439 feet, premiering two new pieces for clarinet duo. It's part of Zelnick's long-term research project on how altitude affects wind musicians. news.ku.edu/news/article/t…

Check it out! Choral placements are just around the corner! Make sure to sign up here: music.ku.edu/choral-placeme…

Steve Leisring is proof that a music degree can take you around the world. @MusicKU prof's @Olympics anthem for @rtve airing now. HMU to interview him about his international endeavors. news.ku.edu/news/article/g…

Professor of Trombone Dr. Michael Davidson, in collaboration with Ellen Sommer, has released a new album titled "Skybreak." The album features six pieces, including four newly commissioned works for trombone and piano. news.ku.edu/news/article/k…

Congrats to @MusicKU prof Stella Markou! I must see one of her shows this coming year. The tableaux are stunning! news.ku.edu/news/article/k…

Very cool to see our own Stephen Leisring connected to the Summer #Olympics!

For #PRIDE month, The KU Wind Ensemble performs Omar Thomas' "A Mother of a Revolution!", a celebration of the bravery of trans women – in particular, Marsha P. Johnson – and to honor the legacy of the Stonewall revolution. youtube.com/watch?v=XNPSRd…

Break out the tissues! 🥲 The University of Kansas asked the class of 2024 to tell their younger selves what insights they’ve gained during their time with us. Here's what KU School of Music graduate Oscar Haro had to say. youtube.com/watch?v=BJp2I9… #musiceducation #graduation

Not us playing this on repeat all weekend. 😉 Still feeling that high from the Stevie Wonder tribute concert we held on Friday at the Lied Center of Kansas - University of Kansas. facebook.com/KUmusic/videos… #musiceducation #kuschoolofmusic #concert #steviewonder @UnivOfKansas