Eastman Students Earn DownBeat Honors

Four Eastman School of Music students have been named recipients of 2015 DownBeat Student Music Awards.Β Β  Garret Reynolds was recognized for Undergraduate College Outstanding Composition for his work β€œOur Time.” Brendan Lanighan was recognized for Undergraduate College Outstanding Arrangement for “Lament.” Gabe Condon and Julian Tanaka were named Graduate College Arrangement winners for β€œIn a…

Richard Kessel Joins the Leadership Team of the Eastman School of Music as Executive Director of Communications

Richard Kessel, a media executive and marketing professional who has launched and developed numerous publications, digital media platforms, apps, and other e-marketing products for the music and education markets, has been named Executive Director of Communications for the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester.Β Β  With more than 24 years of experience in…

The Everlasting Legacy of Ray Wright

There have been many incredible Eastman professors throughout the years. Only a few ever get to experience the wonder of their students reaching the top of their craft because of their instruction; fewer still are so revered that their names become synonymous with an institution or idea for all time. Professor Rayburn Wright was one…