Bienen School announces 2019-20 Tichio-Finnie Vocal Master Class Series
Michael Fabiano, Stephanie Blythe and Matthew Polenzani will coach Bienen students in the newly renamed 2019-20 Tichio-Finnie Vocal Master Class Series.
Cellist Sihao He wins third prize in ARD International Competition
Sihao He (G18), a doctoral cello student of Hans Jørgen Jensen, won third prize and €5,000 in the 2019 ARD International Cello Competition in Munich, Germany.
Howard Reich Delivers Convocation Address
Bienen School of Music alumnus Howard Reich, a longtime music and arts columnist for the Chicago Tribune, delivered the Bienen School’s convocation address on Saturday, June 22, 2019.
Jay Alan Yim's music gives voice to coral reefs in crisis
Bienen associate professor Jay Alan Yim and 3D/video artist Marlena Novak are the creators of “Choral” – an installation combining art, architecture and technology.
Institute for New Music announces 2019-2020 season
The Institute for New Music will present the Chicago premiere of David T. Little’s powerful contemporary opera “Dog Days,” Nov. 21 to 24 at the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts.
Three alumni compete in inaugural Tchaikovsky Brass Competition
Ansel Norris (16), a trumpet alumnus of the Bienen School of Music, won fifth prize in the brass division of the 16th International Tchaikovsky Competition. Trombone alumni Kelton Koch (14) and Nick Platoff (14) also advanced in the inaugural brass competition.
Mallory Thompson featured on Northwestern Intersections podcast
In the latest Northwestern Intersections podcast, Mallory Thompson (79, G80) discusses her “family” at Northwestern, including an extensive alumni network that she has cultivated for the past 23 years as director of bands.
Symphonic Wind Ensemble celebrates 50th anniversary June 8 and 9
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble will commemorate the 50th anniversary of its founding with a two-day celebration June 8 and 9, culminating in a performance featuring more than 150 Bienen School alumni.
Bienen School presents Berlioz’s ‘Béatrice et Bénédict’
The Bienen School of Music will present Berlioz’s “Béatrice et Bénédict” -- based on Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” -- from May 23-26
Steven J. Morrison joins Bienen School faculty
Steven J. Morrison has been named Professor of Music Education in the Bienen School, effective September 1, 2019.
Composition student receives Presidential Fellowship
Luis Fernando Amaya, a doctoral candidate in composition and music technology, has been named a Northwestern University Presidential Fellow – the most prestigious fellowship awarded to graduate students by Northwestern University
Bienen School’s four concert series features numerous Northwestern debuts
The Bienen School of Music will begin its 2019-2020 subscription season in September with four concert series, offering 21 performances that showcase award-winning virtuosity.