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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
Browse previous editions of the Dean’s Downbeat,
a regular communiqué from Dean John Davis.
Noteworthy media mentions
Dream team (May 2025, Gramophone)
A celebration of the 50th birthday of the Takács Quartet as they release their latest album of music by Dvořák and Florence Price; sit in on the sessions as Pierre-Laurent Aimard records the largest selection yet from György Kurtág’s “Játékok.”
Takács Quartet and Hamelin strike chamber music gold with Price and Dvořák (April 22, 2025, Classic 107)
Takács Quartet at 50: a legacy of reinvention, artistic vitality and expanding horizons (April 15, 2025, Gramophone)
As the College of Music’s Takács Quartet marks 50 glorious years, the players discuss the group’s extraordinary transformation, expanding the repertoire and what it takes to be a superior quartettist.
