Stories tagged with: School of Music

What makes music therapy effective?

July 2, 2024 Music therapy taps into the power of music to boost people's physical, emotional, and mental health. Read on to learn how accessing one's creative side can make music therapy an empowering tool.

In a classroom, a student holds a guitar while seated across from the instructor as the class observes.

Playing to a sold-out crowd: OHIO students, musicians share the stage with the Indigo Girls

May 13, 2024 Not many can say they've performed with Grammy Award-winning musicians, however, several OHIO students and faculty can add that accomplishment to their resumes after their March performance with the Indigo Girls. This concert was just one of many that have allowed for students to gain experience working alongside professional artists.

Indigo Girls 2024

Research Division announces awardees for the 2023-24 OURC/Baker Fund spring cycle

May 8, 2024 The OURC/Baker Fund program provides support for research, scholarship and creative activity at Ohio University.

An aerial photo of the Athens Campus

OHIO students honored with Student Enhancement Awards

May 2, 2024 The Ohio University Student Enhancement Awards (SEA) program provided 30 students with a total of $143,490 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work this spring.

Emily Barbee is shown outside doing research

School of Music student piano techs collaborate to bring Athens County Public Libraries baby grand piano back to life

May 1, 2024 OHIO Piano Technician Chris Purdy's students had a unique opportunity to rebuild a piano that challenged their skills, benefited the community and will support a local concert series.

Piano techs

Considering a career in music? The value of a music therapy degree

April 19, 2024 If you're thinking about a career that involves music, getting a degree in music therapy opens up a world of professional opportunities and collaboration.

A woman with long hair smiles while playing a guitar

What is music therapy? Approaches and benefits

April 19, 2024 Whether used in clinical settings, educational institutions, or community programs, music therapy offers a versatile and effective tool for promoting health and enhancing quality of life.

A man stands in front of a classroom full of students and plays the guitar

OHIO faculty win Ohio Arts Council Individual Excellence awards

March 29, 2024 This semester, three OHIO faculty members have received Individual Excellence Awards from the Ohio Arts Council.

OAC award winners 2024

Robert McClure brings new celestial composition home in an award-winning year

March 21, 2024 In his 11th year of teaching, OHIO Associate Professor of Composition/Theory Chair Robert McClure is just picking up steam.

Robert McClure

Students and visiting artists find experience and enjoyment “working 9 to 5”

February 27, 2024 Adapted from the 1980 film and set to the music of Dolly Parton, Tantrum Theater’s production of “9 to 5 the Musical” tells the story of three working women seeking revenge on their misogynistic boss.

Wade Elkins 9 to 5

How the Billman Award helps fine arts graduate students 'realize their dreams'

February 21, 2024 A Q & A with Billman Scholarship recipient Tyler Thenikl.

An artist stands at an illuminated easel, working on a print

Tantrum Theater brings Dolly Parton’s hit musical '9 to 5' to the stage

February 20, 2024 Ohio University's professional theater company Tantrum Theater will present “9 to 5 the Musical,” from Feb. 29 to March 9 in the Forum Theater.

Tantrum 9 to 5

Celebrate Black History Month with WOUB, Ohio University, community partners for screening of 'GOSPEL' plus musical performances

January 29, 2024 The “GOSPEL,” docuseries explores the rich history of Black spirituality through sermon and song, from executive producer, host, and writer Professor Henry Louis Gates, Jr.

GOSPEL - Hosted by Henry Louis Gates Jr. - Saturday, Feb. 10 - Doors open 5 p.m. - Program begins at 5:30 - Southeast Ohio History Center, 24 W. State Street, Athens

Classically trained pianist, award-winning performer works with OHIO students

October 13, 2023 The Ohio University School of Music welcomed Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner to the Glidden Recital Hall in October as the first performer in this year’s Keyboard Recital Series. 

Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner

A Century in the Making

October 2, 2023 The Marching 110 has a storied history at OHIO, but its origins go back further than most realize. This year marks the 100th birthday of the University’s marching band.

Ohio University's original marching band, in 1925
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