This Week at the College of Music: Student Edition - Sept. 8, 2022

With the academic year just beginning, we’re looking forward even as we reflect on summer highlights: Last month, we enjoyed hosting a reception for College of Music students studying at the Aspen Music Festival and School, including our Ensemble Flatirons brass quintet pictured here atop Aspen Mountain! Ensemble Flatirons members include Chris Boulais, trumpet; Michael Winkler, trumpet; Riley Bahin, trombone; Maria Anita Long, horn; and Cameron Holt, tuba. Photo credit: Tessa Nojaim
 

• Meet incoming Assistant Professor of Violin Alex Gonzalez: A new member of the College of Music faculty shares his approach to preparing students to become universal musicians, and fostering an environment of diversity and inclusivity. “It’s not about hyper-specialization, but about flexibility, creativity and keeping an open mind,” he says.
• ‘Soundscapes of the People’ explores Pueblo’s history through music: The College of Music’s American Music Research Center has embarked on a research project to document, preserve and engage with diverse musical and cultural influences in and around Pueblo, Colorado. In this onsite video, learn more about how Soundscapes of the People explores ways that musical traditions have served to bridge social, ethnic, urban/rural and religious identities.
• Check out upcoming events focused on diversity, equity + inclusion at the College of Music, including our weekly tea + equity chats for students, faculty, staff and other campus constituents on alternating Wednesdays and Thursdays ... starting today, Sept. 8, at 4 p.m. in the Grusin Lobby!
• On Sept. 13, join Chancellor Philip DiStefano for the annual State of the Campus address followed by breakfast. All students, staff and faculty are invited to attend in person or watch via livestream. 
• On Sept. 21—as part of the Retired Faculty Association's Distinguished Professor Seminar Series—Professor of Piano David Korevaar (joined by fellow faculty members Carlo Caballero, Meta Weiss and Charles Wetherbee) will perform two large-scale works by Cécile Chaminade, and discuss her career and the trajectory from fame to obscurity. Join us for this free event in Grusin Music Hall!
• Does your commute to/from campus use the 30th and Colorado intersection? From Saturday, Sept. 10, to Friday, Sept. 23, the intersection will be closed in all directions to pedestrians, bicyclists and vehicles. View project detour maps

• It’s Suicide Prevention Week: Whether you or someone you know is having a hard time, it’s important to reach out or ask for help.
• Event scheduling + publicity: Learn how to schedule and publicize your student recital 
• Stay current with the College of Music in our online newsroom
• IT services + support for students: Watch the video—IT services + support for your CU journey—and check out Buff Techs Desktop Support
• Campus calendars + key dates (Office of the Registrar): At your fingertips, academic calendars by topic
• Other questions? Check out Buff Info, CU Boulder’s centralized resource for all students, faculty, staff and community members.