Department of Music

AUDITION for UMBC's Jazz Groups

So, do you like jazz? There are currently three jazz groups at UMBC, the Jazz Ensemble, and two small groups. The audition is the same for all groups. Non-traditional instruments are welcome. Make...

Posted: August 19, 2024, 11:40 AM

Join the UMBC Camerata Chamber Choir!

Are you interested in singing with a dynamic group of individuals in pursuit of musical excellence and unique experiences? Then come and audition for the UMBC Camerata Chamber Choir! New to...

Posted: August 16, 2024, 3:36 PM

Seats are still available in UMBC's Gamelan Ensemble

AMATEURS WELCOME!

Gamelan is a gong-chime orchestra native to the Indonesian archipelago and is up largely made up of bonze percussion instruments but can also include drums, xylophones, bamboo flutes, and plucked...

Posted: July 31, 2024, 6:12 PM

Nema Robinson on NPR's Weekend Edition with Marin Alsop

Congratulations to Nema Robinson, UMBC music education major and Linehan Artist Scholar, on appearing on NPR's Weekend Edition with Scott Simon! Nema and conductor Marin Alsop discussed the...

Posted: July 9, 2024, 1:49 PM

Rina Sawayama: An Icon

Written by Akellia Bernard

This blog explores Rina Sawayama's transformative journey as a Japanese-British queer music icon, emphasizing her role as a beacon of empowerment and acceptance. Her bold exploration of identity...

Posted: June 21, 2024, 2:48 PM

Lulu Mwangi to join UMBC Music Faculty

We are delighted to introduce Lulu Mwangi who will join the UMBC faculty in Fall 2024 as an Assistant Professor of Choral Conducting and Music Education. Her work will include directing the UMBC...

Posted: June 6, 2024, 10:24 AM

Chiptunes: How Video Games Created a New Avenue in Music

Written by Benjamin Porter

Video games have shaped several aspects of culture in the last few decades, and music is no exception. This blog post highlights the emergence of the chiptune, a genre that originated...

Posted: June 3, 2024, 3:21 PM

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