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Soprano Ah Young Hong to perform, teach master class at Blair
Acclaimed soprano Ah Young Hong will perform at Blair School of Music in October. Read MoreSep 15, 2017
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Kindermusik at Blair begins Sept. 5
From “Cuddle and Bounce” for infants to “Family Time” for toddlers, Kindermusik classes at Blair School of Music are full of joy. Read MoreAug 18, 2017
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Learn songwriting from the pros at Blair
Grammy-nominated songwriter Odie Blackmon demystifies the world of songwriting for aspiring writers who may not read traditional music. Learn to write songs and have your songs critiqued by Music Row’s finest songwriters, publishers, producers and performers in Deanna Walker’s “Hit Songwriters Series.” Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Blair offers music for all ages
New students of all ages are welcomed at Vanderbilt's Blair School of Music. Play an instrument, sing in a choir, play and dance at Kindermusik classes, or study songwriting, music theory or history. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Blair professor’s new album tops Billboard classical charts
Composition professor Michael Kurek’s new album "The Sea Knows" has held the top position on Billboard’s Traditional Classical Albums chart for three weeks, since its July 14 release. Read MoreAug 7, 2017
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Kudos: Read about faculty and staff awards and achievements
Read about the latest faculty and staff awards and achievements. Read MoreJul 27, 2017
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Blair School offers ‘Music Theory Without Fear’ June 5-9
This lively, interactive class is designed for all who want to gain a fundamental understanding of music theory in a short amount of time. Read MoreMay 31, 2017
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Vanderbilt University honors 32 as emeriti faculty
Thirty-two retiring faculty members were recognized during Vanderbilt’s Commencement ceremony May 12, when the university honored their years of service and bestowed on them the title of emeritus or emerita faculty. Read MoreMay 12, 2017
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Founder’s Medalists honored at Vanderbilt Commencement
Vanderbilt Chancellor Nicholas S. Zeppos awarded the top scholars from each of the university’s undergraduate and professional schools with Founder’s Medals during Commencement on Friday, May 12. Read MoreMay 12, 2017
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Class of 2017: Musbah Shaheen finds belonging and purpose in the college experience
Growing up in Homs, Syria, Musbah Shaheen excelled in science, eventually enrolling at Damascus University Medical College at 17. After two years, he wanted to “stow away” that chapter of his life in the war-ravaged nation and explore something different. Read MoreMay 4, 2017
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Celebration honors 11 endowed chair holders
The extraordinary academic achievements of 11 faculty members named to endowed chairs were recognized during a celebration April 27 at the Student Life Center. Read MoreMay 2, 2017
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Adult Summer Chamber Music Institute applications due June 2
Adult amateur string players are invited to the Blair School of Music for the Adult Summer Chamber Music Institute, June 22-25. Applications are due June 2 for the four-day institute. Read MoreApr 26, 2017
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Class of 2017: Nicole Long looks at the big picture of arts administration
The combination of music, high academic standards and an openness to explore is what brought Blair School of Music senior Nicole Long to Vanderbilt. She knew from the beginning she wanted to double major in percussion and something academic, though she wasn’t sure what her second subject might be. Read MoreApr 25, 2017
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Class of 2017: Zachary Bednarke thrives at the intersection of science and music
After hours of thinking about theoretical physics, senior Zachary Bednarke relaxes by playing his trumpet. While running through scales on the instrument, he is also, technically, still doing schoolwork. Read MoreApr 25, 2017
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Alumni Association honors Robert Fry for educational contributions
Robert Fry, senior lecturer in music history and literature, is the recipient of the 2017 Vanderbilt Alumni Education Award. Read MoreApr 17, 2017
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Grammy-winning vocal project Roomful of Teeth visits Vanderbilt
Roomful of Teeth, a Grammy-winning vocal ensemble dedicated to mining the expressive potential of the human voice, performs at Vanderbilt’s Blair School of Music at 8 p.m. March 15 in Ingram Hall. Read MoreMar 9, 2017
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Blair hosts international clarinet competition
Vanderbilt University’s Blair School of Music hosts the 2017 Backun International Clarinet Competition March 9-11, welcoming young musicians from around the world competing for $15,000 in awards. Read MoreMar 7, 2017
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Blair precollege scholarship application deadline is March 13
The Blair School of Music precollege scholarship application deadline is March 13. Auditions are held by appointment in March and April. Read MoreMar 1, 2017
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Kudos: Read about faculty and staff awards, appointments and achievements
Read about the latest faculty and staff awards, appointments and achievements. Read MoreMar 1, 2017
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Feast your ears on Roomful of Teeth at Employee Appreciation concert, reception March 15
Vanderbilt University employees and their guests are invited to feast their ears on the unique sounds of Grammy Award-winning a cappella group Roomful of Teeth March 15, when the group performs at Ingram Hall as part of the Blair School of Music Spring Concert Series. Read MoreFeb 22, 2017