Power and Artistry: UMBC’s practice organ, donated by Dr. Charles Nicholas, makes its public debut

Feb 24, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

If you’ve never heard organ music in person, the first thing that strikes you is the complexity of the sound that comes from within it. At a recent concert showcasing an instrument donated to UMBC by Charles Nicholas, Professor of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering, the organ’s power and artistry was on full display for a standing room-only crowd on February 10. “I was blown away, for one thing,” said Nicholas, following the recital and historical lecture by Paula Maust, an adjunct professor in the Music Department. Maust played an array of pieces to show the range and history of… Continue Reading Power and Artistry: UMBC’s practice organ, donated by Dr. Charles Nicholas, makes its public debut

The American Prize honors E. Michael Richards and the UMBC Symphony

Jan 17, 2017 / 2 minutes of reading

The UMBC Symphony received recognition for a 2016 performance and recording of William Grant Still’s “Afro-American Symphony.” Conductor E. Michael Richards shares, “One of our goals is to not only study and perform the masterworks of the common practice period, but also…music of our time.” Continue Reading The American Prize honors E. Michael Richards and the UMBC Symphony

UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2016

Jan 4, 2017 / 4 minutes of reading

UMBC celebrated a banner year in 2016. In thousands of ways, big and small, this golden anniversary has been full of moments to remember for the university community. Here are 12 top highlights. Continue Reading UMBC’s Top 12 Highlights of 2016

New UMBC, Peabody partnership strengthens musical training and innovation

Oct 28, 2016 / 3 minutes of reading

“One of the strengths of this collaboration stems from the fact that UMBC’s music program focuses on new music, on experimentation, and innovation—and does so in a gorgeous new concert hall,” says Peabody’s Sarah Hoover. Continue Reading New UMBC, Peabody partnership strengthens musical training and innovation

UMBC’s Livewire 7 music festival explores the avant garde

Oct 25, 2016 / 4 minutes of reading

“Livewire 7: The New York School and Beyond,” feature performances by UMBC faculty and special guest artists, October 26 – 29, in the Linehan Concert Hall and other venues across the university. Continue Reading UMBC’s Livewire 7 music festival explores the avant garde

UMBC faculty win four new Maryland Innovation Initiative grants, bringing total MII awards to $2.4M

Sep 30, 2016 / 6 minutes of reading

“Exactly what’s happening at UMBC is what we’re looking for,” says Jennifer Hammaker, MII director. Since its inception, UMBC has had a remarkable success rate in the MII program. Continue Reading UMBC faculty win four new Maryland Innovation Initiative grants, bringing total MII awards to $2.4M

Governor’s Summer Interns present policy papers to state political leaders

Sep 12, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

The Governor’s Summer Internship Program introduces Maryland college students to the unique challenges and rewards of working within state government. Continue Reading Governor’s Summer Interns present policy papers to state political leaders

Secret Society of Science Songwriters creates music videos inspired by UMBC chemistry labs

Aug 17, 2016 / 4 minutes of reading

After getting its start in the back of a biology classroom, 4SW has gone on to win awards and visit the White House. The members’ stellar teamwork and talent bring cutting-edge research alive. Continue Reading Secret Society of Science Songwriters creates music videos inspired by UMBC chemistry labs

Music To Market

Aug 16, 2016 / 7 minutes of reading

UMBC professors are navigating the startup economy – and finding harmony between research and commerce. By Elizabeth Heubeck ’91 UMBC professor of music Linda Dusman found herself sitting next to UMBC President Freeman A. Hrabowski, III at a UMBC Orchestra concert in 2010. Between movements, she whispered snippets of background information about the music to one of the orchestra’s biggest fans. Because Dusman is a musical composer with a deeply ingrained respect for the traditions of classical concerts, the experience provided a rare “aha” moment. What if there was a way to convey real-time information about the music and its… Continue Reading Music To Market

Samuel Winnie, Linehan Artist Scholar, to continue music composition studies in the Netherlands

Apr 25, 2016 / 1 minute of reading

“UMBC has provided me with countless opportunities for me to travel, learn, collaborate, and develop my craft,” says Winnie. Continue Reading Samuel Winnie, Linehan Artist Scholar, to continue music composition studies in the Netherlands

Baltimore Dance Project presents innovative new works by UMBC choreographers

Feb 2, 2016 / 2 minutes of reading

As Baltimore Dance Project rehearsed for their upcoming performances at UMBC’s Proscenium Theatre, directors Doug Hamby and Carol Hess took time out to discuss the new program featuring premieres by both artists as well as Sandra Lacy. Continue Reading Baltimore Dance Project presents innovative new works by UMBC choreographers

Roundup: UMBC in the News

Oct 8, 2015 / 1 minute of reading

One of the things that makes UMBC great is how wonderful our alumni, students, faculty, and staff are. Because of these amazing people, UMBC often finds itself “in the news,” so each week, we’ll be sharing with you a round-up of the most newsworthy achievements from our community. Jeff Halverson, geography and environmental systems, talked to NPR’s Robert Siegel about the “inscrutability” of Hurricane Joaquin. Stephen E. Braude, professor emeritus and former department chair of philosophy, was interviewed for the new book REINCARNATION: Good News for Open-Minded Christians & Other Truth-Seekers. UMBC hosted the 18th Annual Undergraduate Research Symposium in… Continue Reading Roundup: UMBC in the News

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