This summer, a one-of-a-kind, international piano competition and festival is in its sixth year at Colorado State University, giving the public a rare opportunity to hear gifted pianists from around the world. Performances of a Lifetime at the International Keyboard Odyssiad® & Festival, U.S.A. feature internationally-renowned pianists, including Van Cliburn medalists, in five riveting evening concerts, […]
At CSU, the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance is making it possible for more college students to continue making music after high school. As a land grant university, CSU’s mission has always been to engage students through quality education, and that is exactly the benefit being provided by non-auditioned instrumental and choral music ensembles […]
Music Therapy Professor Blythe LaGasse spoke at Music and Mind, the first public initiative of the Sound Health Partnership between the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the National Institute of Health in association with the National Endowment for the Arts. Dr. LaGasse’s presentation begins at 1:24:30.
College of Liberal Arts Awards The May 2017 Faculty Notes highlights the annual College of Liberal Arts Awards. On April 11 in the Longs Peak Room, Dr. Dan Goble, director of the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance, received the Distinction in Advancement Award; Dr. Eric Hollenbeck, associate professor of percussion, received the Faculty Development Award; […]
Wes Kenney and Joel Bacon collaborate for Colorado State University Organ Week, presented by the School of Music, Theatre, and Dance. For the fifth consecutive year, Organ Week, a summer music camp and organ festival at Colorado State University, takes place the first week of June. Daily instruction for high school students and nightly performances […]
By Brooke Poulson, SMTD Publicity Intern Music is known as one of the most influential mediums.It has brought together people from diverse backgrounds, it has united enemies, ultimately is has shaped society into what it is today. From a historical perspective we have always created, enjoyed, and lived with music. So, when we try to […]
Sir James Galway gives a flute master class at Colorado State University. On March 27, 2017, Sir James Galway and Lady Jeanne Galway gave a master class at Colorado State University. During the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to learn from “The Master of the Flute,” students of all ages and levels started the session with a group warm up […]
For 11 years, Borromeo has been in residency at Colorado State University and captivating its audiences with their contemporary take on classical music. “Only a few groups in the world can do what the Borromeo achieve; it’s an honor to be a part of that experience here at CSU,” said Ron Francois, coordinator of strings […]
Shannon McGee, 2013, B.A. Dance Since graduation, Shannon has been a freelance dancer, choreographer, and instructor in Los Angeles and New York City. She has worked with companies and choreographers such as IMPACT Dance with Judy Bejarano, DamageDance with Jessica Taylor, Antonio Brown, Paula Present, Rachel Oliver, and many more. She was previously a member […]
Colorado State University, School of Music, Theatre, and Dance; Professors Joel Bacon, organ, and Caleb Hudson, trumpet There are many things about music that create its sense of beauty. Dynamics, tone, intonation, blend, instrumentation, and style all combine to create a sense of wonder to our ears. On May 9, at 7:30 p.m., CSU faculty […]
