Happenings
There’s always something exciting happening at the College of Music! Stay informed and get to know our community through our accomplished students, alumni, faculty, supporters and college leadership.
Recent news
Dean’s Downbeat
Celebrate + aspire
“At the College of Music’s recent Eklund Opera gala, Chancellor Justin Schwartz described the magic of music as a hallmark of human connection; of a civilized society; and as its own kind of renewable energy. As I reflect on the first couple months of 2025, I’m struck by the countless ways in which our students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters embody these values. In these disorienting times, I’m heartened that our mission is more relevant than ever—as is my commitment to continue to celebrate and support our students and colleagues in their transformative work and artistic aspirations.” MORE
of the Dean’s Downbeat,
a regular communiquéfrom Dean John Davis.
Noteworthy media mentions
(June 3, 2025, CPR News)
Undergraduate composer Holly McMahon (BM ’26) was selected for a residency at The Tank Center for Sonic Arts in Rangely, Colorado. Learn more about the residency, also involving double bassist Asher Dorbin (BM ’26); as well as the collaboration between Boulder and The Tank, and the impact of federal funding cuts.
(May 21, 2025, KGNU)
In this interview for KGNU, our Takács Quartet violist Richard O’Neill and cellist András Fejér—along with pianist Marc-André Hamelin—discuss their collaboration on the new “Dvořák and Price Piano Quintets” album.
Protecting the sound of music: Clinic helps 114 individuals and counting (May 9, 2025, Boulder Today)
A unique partnership among the Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) Earmold Clinic, our Golden Buffalo Marching Band and our Musicians’ Wellness Program.
