Taylor Zickefoose, a KU School of Music student, has been selected from among applicants worldwide as one of two rising talents who will participate in the inaugural Bob Dylan Center Songwriting Fellowship.
Andrew Beaven, USD 497 / Contributed photo
Lawrence middle school student musicians who play trombone, baritone and tuba will join with KU brass to perform the first “Brassmas” holiday concert, set for Thursday.
KU has named Paul Popiel, the interim dean of the School of Music, to the permanent position.
KU music students this week will learn from visiting professional musicians. The masterclasses and a series of concerts featuring the renowned pianist, violinist and cellist are also free for the public to attend.
KU Theatre & Dance will collaborate with the School of Music to present “Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street” this spring, one highlight of a packed 2023-24 season.
Members of the top choir at KU earned a clean sweep in both of their categories at an international competition in Greece, as well as surprise awards for the best overall program and best conductor.
KU’s top choir is preparing to travel to Greece next week for a competition and festival where choirs from around the world will share each other’s cultures and love of choral fine arts.
The University of Kansas School of Music announced Paul Popiel as its interim dean Wednesday.
Musical Jayhawks of the KU School of Music will bring back two annual traditions next week with the Vespers and Jazz Vespers programs.
Andy White via KU School of Music
KU Jazz Studies program students and alumni will perform in concerts Friday and Saturday celebrating five decades of the university’s “official” jazz program.
