Butler School Of Music

What did you get for the holidays? One of our students received this unbelievable present. bit.ly/4q5cOVC

Congratulations to Butler School of Music alumnus Robert Honstein (MM ’07), who has been named one of twelve composers nationwide to receive a 2025 Fromm Music Foundation Commission, a prestigious award administered through Harvard University. bit.ly/4qEtDXl

Here is a cast photo for the upcoming VOICES ACROSS GENRES program on Dec. 3 and 4 that was taken as they were walking out the door for the holiday break. The program will feature excerpts from West Side Story, The Hours, Porgy and Bess, and much more.

In this episode, we talk to Artist Diploma violinist Chloe Yofan. Chloe was recently appointed assistant concertmaster of the Austin Symphony Orchestra. In addition, she won first place in the MTNA's Chamber Music Competition with the Soha Quartet. bit.ly/4ikjlcb

The Wind Ensemble’s John Williams concert is nearly sold out! Dust off your Indiana Jones hat, don your Harry Potter cape, and ignite your Star Wars lightsaber; it’s going to be a night of movie magic. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! Less than 100 tickets left.

During today’s dress rehearsal, you might notice something a little different: most of the orchestra is standing. While this is uncommon today, it was typical during Mozart’s time and earlier. Can you guess why? Come hear (and see) for yourself tonight at 7:30 p.m.

Butler Opera Center’s Cinderella opens in just 3 days! Here are some behind-the-scenes photos from tonight’s dress rehearsal. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours before they’re gone! Use the code BUTLERELLA at checkout to get Buy One Ticket, Get One Free!

This weekend was full of energy and swinging vibes! Huge thanks to the guest artist Etienne Charles for bringing such an amazing musical experience to Butler. And a special shoutout to student Aidan Berg for making it happen with his 2025 Rainwater grant.

Triple Cortado was featured in the New York Times about performing in remote locations. You don’t need to go off-grid to hear Triple Cortado; they’re performing right here in Austin on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m. 30% off with the code CORTADO30 music.utexas.edu/news/triple-co…

Are you an alumnus of UT's String Project? Whether you attended in 2025 or 1955, we would love to reconnect with you, hear your stories, and help piece together a shared history. Please fill out the form at the following link. utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7O…

A big congratulations to Butler alumna and former Butler Opera Center star Priscilla Salisbury for winning the Best Female Singer Award at the 2025 Catholic Music Awards in Rome! music.utexas.edu/news/butler-sc…

Fewer than 100 tickets left for tonight's Miro Quartet concert! Get yours now before they're gone! music.utexas.edu/events/5174-mi…

In this podcast episode, we talk to Master's student Minoo Dixon about his recently composed piece, Balatro. Balatro recently won the National Band Association and Alfred Publishing Young Band Composition Contest and has been published by Alfred. youtu.be/AyzQIjWUEnQ

Student jobs are now posted. Apply for a job for the upcoming school year. sites.utexas.edu/bsom/home/stud…

Congratulations to Ross Margitza on becoming a Steinway Artist. music.utexas.edu/news/steinway-…

In this week's episode, we talk to Ahana Bhat, vice president of the Longhorn Singers. Bhat discusses who the Longhorn Singers are, their history, how they navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, and their transition into the Butler School of Music. youtu.be/RHBxYUOxRJs

Award season continues here at the Butler School of Music, with Laurie Scott receiving the College of Fine Arts Distinguished Teaching Award. music.utexas.edu/news/school-mu…

Congrats to Yevgeniy Sharlat for winning the Teaching Excellence Award music.utexas.edu/news/yevgeniy-…

We are happy to announce our 2025/2026 season! This year’s highlights include the Butler Opera International Competition, our beloved holiday concerts and the Symphony Orchestra and Choirs will join forces at the Long Center for Mahler’s Symphony No. 2. music.utexas.edu/events/2025-26…