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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
Ivalas Quartet begins month-long Bravo! Vail residency on Tuesday (June 29, 2025, Vail Daily)
The Ivalas Quartet makes its Bravo! Vail debut July 1-27 with more than 16 free performances throughout the valley. The quartet was previously in residence at our College of Music under the mentorship of the Takács Quartet.
We still need a bigger boat (June 17, 2025, CU Boulder Colorado Arts and Sciences Magazine)
Fifty years after “Jaws” made swimmers flee the ocean, CU Boulder cinema scholar Ernesto Acevedo-Muñoz explains how the 1975 summer hit endures as a classic and our own Michael Uy—who directs the American Music Research Center—discusses the genius of John Williams’ Oscar-winning film score.
Many musicians suffer playing-related pain and stress. A retiring CU professor says wellness is the solution (June 11, 2025, CPR News)
Colorado Public Radio spotlights the impact and increasing relevance of the College of Music’s Musicians’ Wellness Program, one of the first of its kind.
