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Harmonizing Health for Musician Wellness
The University of Rochester and Eastman School of Music merge music and medicine to help musicians and patients alike.
Carrying Eastman Forward: Alumni Honored for Leadership in Music and Beyond
This year’s Eastman alumni award recipients exemplify distinction shaped by curiosity, leadership, and service—unique in their work, yet united by shared purpose.
Eastman and ECMS Featured in the Rochester International Jazz Festival’s 23rd Edition
The Rochester International Jazz Festival enters its 23rd edition on Friday, June 19 and runs through Saturday, June 27, with performances held across multiple venues in downtown Rochester.
Announcing Sarah Rhee as Assistant Professor of Piano Pedagogy
Eastman School of Music announces that Sarah Rhee ’01E, ’09E (DMA) will join the faculty as assistant professor of piano pedagogy, beginning in fall 2026.
Erin Johnston Is Named Assistant Professor of Music Theory
Eastman School of Music announces that Erin Johnston has been named assistant professor of music theory, beginning in the 2026-2027 academic year.
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Honor Hickman ’26E (MM)
Congratulations to flutist Honor Hickman ’26E (MM) for winning this year’s Tallon Perkes Flute Competition that took place on May 8, 2026, in Hatch Recital…
ALUMNI | Austin Chanu ’21E (MM), ’25E (DMA)
Congratulations to orchestral conducting alumnus Austin Chanu ’21E (MM), ’25E (DMA) for being named as the new Music Director of the Syracuse Orchestra after a…
ALUMNI | Dr. Zehao Bai ’25E (DMA)
Congratulations to Dr. Zehao (Nick) Bai ’25E (DMA) for being named Assistant Professor of Piano at the Townsend School of Music at Mercer University in…
Winners of 44th Annual Jessie Kneisel Lieder Competition
Congratulations to the winners of the 44th Annual Jessie Kneisel Lieder Competition that took place on Friday, May 8 in Kilbourn Hall: 1st place singer:…
STUDENT | Helen Freeman
Congratulations to fourth-year Eastman student Helen Freeman for winning the Principal Flute position with the Chattanooga Symphony & Opera. She will begin her appointment in…
ALUMNI | A Full Circle of Mentorship in Music Teaching and Learning
On April 21, 2026, Associate Professor of Music Teaching and Learning (MTL) Alden Snell ’06E (MA), ’13E (PhD) guest conducted the Nazareth University Wind Symphony’s spring…
STUDENT | Xinyue Scarlett Zheng and Xinyi Zeng
Congratulations to Xinyue Scarlett Zheng ’23E, ’25E (MM) and Xinyi Zeng ’22E, teaching assistants for Class Piano Program Coordinator Tony Caramia, who participated at the…
ALUMNI | Emily Freeman Brown ’89E (DMA)
Congratulations to Emily Freeman Brown ’89E (DMA) on receiving the 2026 Conductor’s Award from The Alice M. Ditson Fund of Columbia University. Established in 1945,…
STUDENT | Brena Zhao
Congratulations to Eastman first-year PhD Theory student Brena Zhao for winning the 2026 Presser Graduate Music Award. This prestigious honor supports exceptional graduate music students with the potential…
STUDENT | Paul David Flood
APRIL 14, 2026 | Congratulations to Eastman PhD Musicology candidate Paul David Flood on his appointment as Assistant Professor of Musicology at the University of…
Eastman Students and Alumni Win 2026 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award
The ASCAP Foundation has announced the 2026 recipients of the Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award, with works selected by a panel of ASCAP composer…
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