Elizabeth Welch posing

Alumni spotlight: Elizabeth Welch

March 7, 2019

New York-based Elizabeth Welch (BM ’98) is singing her way through musical theatre productions on Broadway and on regional stages—including Denver, where she was a Denver Post Ovation Award recipient for her portrayal of Maria in “West Side Story”—and before audiences as far away as Germany and Austria.

Frank Parce

Supporter spotlight: Frank Parce

March 4, 2019

Alumnus Frank Parce recently provided a gift that will name an academic services office in the expanded Imig Music Building.

Wei Wu Grammy winner

Alumnus Wei Wu wins Grammy Award

Feb. 11, 2019

Wei Wu is officially a Grammy winner for his role in "The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs."

mairi dorman phaneuf

Alumni Spotlight: Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf

Feb. 5, 2019

We recently caught up with cellist Mairi Dorman-Phaneuf (DMA ’07) on a range of topics—from her role with the College of Music National Alumni Council (COMNAC) to a recent performance in New York City.

ben pollack smiling

Alumni spotlight: Ben Pollack

Jan. 8, 2019

This month, Ben Pollack (BME '14) will be honored as Young Teacher of the Year at the Colorado Music Educators’ Association (CMEA) Conference. Pollack’s palpable enthusiasm and dedication to his students make him a deserving recipient of the award.

In memoriam 2019

The College of Music community remembers these dear faculty, alumni, colleagues and friends who passed away this year.

Ellie Falter presentation

Alumni notes 2019

Notes on accomplishments and accolades for College of Music alumni in 2019.

andrew briggs with cello

Alumni spotlight: Andrew Briggs

Dec. 12, 2018

“For me, fear doesn’t necessarily mean you shouldn’t do something. It might mean finding the courage to step into it,” says cellist Andrew Briggs.

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A New York minute: CU at Carnegie

Dec. 11, 2018

It was a whirlwind couple of days for nine College of Music students, three alumni and one faculty member as Colorado took over Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall on Nov. 5, 2018.

donald mckinney conducting

Faculty member, two alumni nominated for 2019 Grammy Awards

Dec. 7, 2018

Director of Bands Donald McKinney, jazz alumna Tia Fuller and opera alumnus Wei Wu were all on the list of the 2019 Grammy Award nominees.

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