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Lawrence University students perform chamber music in Memorial Chapel. (Photo by Danny Damiani)
Music & Arts

Lawrence University launches two new summer music programs

Lawrence University is launching two new summer music programs in 2024, both delivering immersive training to promising young musicians: The Lawrence Summer Music Institute and the Lawrence Chamber Music Festival.

Read more about Lawrence introduces to new summer music programs
Students in the Jazz and Gender Equity Initiative (JGEI) perform at Memorial Chapel during Fred Sturm Jazz Celebration Weekend.
Music & Arts

Student group advocates for gender inclusivity in jazz

Lawrence University senior Reese Pike and sophomore Vivian Shanley are leading the newly formed Jazz and Gender Equity Initiative (JGEI). The student group aims to put the spotlight on gender inclusivity in jazz.

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Lawrence students perform with Liam Teague at the 2022 Jazz Celebration Weekend.
Music & Arts

Jazz Celebration Weekend features concerts, instruction

The annual Fred Sturm Jazz Celebration Weekend will bring more than 400 high school and middle school students to campus Nov. 3-4 for immersive jazz instruction while showcasing the talents of Conservatory students and guest artists.

Read more about Preview of 2023 Fred Sturm Jazz Weekend
Tori Schneider (left) and Madeleine Tevonian take part in Dance Collective Ensemble class at Lawrence.
Music & Arts

Lawrence University introduces new dance minor

A new dance minor has been introduced at Lawrence University, the culmination of years of effort to build a comprehensive dance program. The emphasis is on collaboration.

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Jonathan Bass sits on a piano bench next to a piano.
Music & Arts

Lawrence's Bass wins statewide piano competition

Jonathan Bass, a fifth-year senior at Lawrence, won the Young Artist Performance Piano division in a statewide competition of the Music Teachers National Association. Four other Lawrence students earned honors.

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Mapping Climate Change covers one wall and much of the floor in the Kohler Gallery.
Music & Arts

Exhibit explores climate change one stitch at a time

Mapping Climate Change, an exhibit at the Wriston Art Center, explores climate change via the contributions of more than 2,500 hand-knitters. Multimedia artist Jools Gilson is on campus to talk about the project. 

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Lawrence students perform in the opera, "Suor Angelica," in 2022.
Music & Arts

American Prize honors Lawrence's Kristin Roach

Kristin Roach, assistant professor of opera, has won The American Prize in Conducting in the Opera and Music Theater Division. It comes for her work conducting four 2022 performances of Suor Angelica.

Read more about Kristin Roach wins award from The American Prize
Brian Pertl and other members of the Music Education Team engage with passengers on the Mile of Music Bus.
Music & Arts

Photo gallery: Lawrence shows up big for 10th Mile of Music

Lawrence University was once again front and center as Mile of Music took over downtown Appleton for four music-filled days and nights. We have a photo gallery from the 10th edition of the all-original music festival.

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Music Education Team members lead a dance workshop during the 2022 Mile of Music.
Music & Arts

Lawrence remains connected as Mile of Music hits 10th year

The 10th edition of Mile of Music returns to downtown Appleton Aug. 3-6, and once again Lawrence University will be all in with music education workshops, multiple venues, and must-see performances.

 

Read more about Preview of 2023 Mile of Music with Lawrence connections
Head shot of Copeland Woodruff
Music & Arts

Woodruff named Honored Artist by The American Prize

Copeland Woodruff, director of opera studies at Lawrence University, has received a prestigious honor from The American Prize, a celebration of his “sustained excellence” in opera theater.

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Musicians perform during a Decoda Chamber Music Festival performance as part of Mile of Music in 2022.
Music & Arts

Music Camp, Decoda festival to highlight musical summer

Lawrence University will host the Lawrence Music Camp in mid-July, adding to a musical summer that will include the annual Decoda Chamber Music Festival and participation in downtown Appleton’s Mile of Music. 

Read more about Lawrence Music Camp, Decoda planned for summer 2023
Founders chamber ensemble
Music & Arts

Performing Arts Series to feature mix of jazz, classical, world music

Lawrence University has announced its 2023-24 Performing Arts Series, featuring performances that will showcase talented jazz, classical, brass, string, and world music artists. 

Read more about 2023 Performing Arts Series announced
Lawrence students record at Honeytone, a studio in Neenah.
Music & Arts

Lawrence students record for film soundtrack

Eight Lawrence University students recorded music at a Neenah studio for an upcoming film soundtrack. Luka & the Lights is a Dutch short film that aims to teach children about ALS.

Read more about Conservatory students record for Luka and the Lights documentary
Jonathan Bass poses for a portrait in front of a piano in the Music-Drama Center.
Music & Arts

Lawrence's Bass places first in national piano competition

Jonathan Bass, a pianist and dual-degree student in his fourth year at Lawrence University, took first place in a national piano competition organized by the National Federation of Music Clubs (NFMC). 

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Six members of The Klezmommies perform at Klezmer on Ice in Minneapolis.
Music & Arts

Students find community in pursuit of klezmer music

The Klezmommies, a band featuring a roster of Lawrence students led by senior Miri Villerius, has dived deep into the exploration of klezmer music, a Jewish music tradition with roots in Eastern Europe.

 

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Michael Murphy poses for a photo with his guitar in SOL Studios.
Music & Arts

Michael Murphy turns 'recital' into rock concert

Senior Michael Murphy is mixing business and music-making. He'll use his senior recital to present a rock concert in downtown Appleton, debuting music from his new album. It's a steppingstone to new business ventures.

Read more about Michael Murphy to do recital as an Appleton rock concert
The Jazz Band follows the direction of Jose Encarnacion during a Jazz Celebration Weekend performance.
Music & Arts

Lawrence wins two national DownBeat Awards

Two jazz ensembles in Lawrence’s Conservatory of Music brought home huge honors in DownBeat magazine’s annual Student Music Awards, adding to a "remarkable" run of success over the past six years.

Read more about Lawrence wins two 2023 DownBeat Awards
Orchestra students rehearse with the choirs in preparation for the Major Works concert.
Music & Arts

Orchestra, choirs bring love, unity to Major Works concert

Lawrence University’s Conservatory of Music will present its Major Works concert April 21, an annual showcase of orchestral and choral talent from across multiple ensembles. Love will be a theme.

Read more about Preview of 2023 Major Works performance
Students perform in an opera scene at Lawrence.
Music & Arts

Conservatory gets semifinalist nods for American Prize 

Lawrence University’s Conservatory of Music has been named a national semifinalist in multiple categories for the 2023 The American Prize. Two Opera Theatre productions received nods, as did Copeland Woodruff and Kristin Roach.

Read more about Semifinalists named for 2023 American Prize
Students on the technical crew work on scaffolding as they prepare the stage of Stansbury Theatre for "Alcina."
Music & Arts

'Alcina' opera set in traveling carnival; opens March 2

Handel’s Alcina, an 18th-century baroque opera, will be set in a traveling carnival when it is presented March 2-5 by Lawrence University’s award-winning Opera Theatre program.

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Portrait of Wynton Marsalis
Music & Arts

Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra set for Friday

Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis featuring Naseer Shamma on oud will be in concert at 8 p.m. Feb. 3, part of Lawrence’s 2022-23 Performing Arts Series.

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John Holiday clasps his hands as he sings during Thursday's tribute to Martin Luther King Jr.
Music & Arts

Photo gallery: John Holiday, students in MLK performance

Photo gallery: See images of John Holiday and students from his voice studio performing music inspired by the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 

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Head shot of Cory Chisel
Music & Arts

Chisel, NEWVoices concerts set for Memorial Chapel

Holiday concerts from Cory Chisel, with John Holiday and other guest artists, and the NEWVoices choir to be held at Memorial Chapel.

Read more about Holiday concerts set for Memorial Chapel
Catherine Kautsky works with piano student Jasmine Maller during a teaching session..
Music & Arts

Kautsky's video series highlights great piano works

Catherine Kautsky is featured in a new 24-part recording in The Great Courses video series titled, Great Piano Works Explained. She shares her talents and insights. 

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