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A change-making performance on a world stage
The Frost School of Music debuted at New York’s Lincoln Center, with the Frost Symphony Orchestra playing professor Etienne Charles’ powerful jazz-orchestral work “San Juan Hill: A New York Story” under the baton of famed musical director Gerard Schwarz.
Frost School band opens Homecoming concert
Student band Poster Child brings R&B and hip-hop to the Watsco Center as the opening act for A Boogie Wit da Hoodie on Nov. 4.
Joining Latin music’s power players
The Frost School of Music participated in Billboard Latin Music Week for the first time, highlighting and expanding its long multifaceted relationship with Latin music as the genre grows in popularity and influence.
Music Industry program called one of the best in the country
The Music Industry program at the Frost School of Music was again named one of the leading programs of its kind by Billboard Magazine. The program’s extensive network of successful alumni with strong bonds to the Frost School is one of its strengths.
Introducing the new Stamps Jazz Quintet
The members of the newest Stamps Scholars ensemble are already accomplished musicians.
A musical bridge builder at the heights of pop and classical music
Frost School triple alumnus Carlos “Carlitos” Lopez has parlayed his degrees in pop production, classical composition, and conducting into a groundbreaking career connecting musical worlds, from Bad Bunny to symphony orchestras. Recently, he’s been showing young people how to do the same.
Playing it out of the park
World-famous producer Pharrell Williams made a Frost School of Music orchestra a featured part of a video and campaign celebrating baseball’s World Series.
Playing it forward with love
NFL star Jaelan Phillips, who sponsored a scholarship for the Frost School’s MusicReach program, deepened the relationship by inviting students to play at his engagement celebration.
Helping the next generation of composers find their voice
Marcos Balter, the celebrated music artist who is the current composer in residence at the Frost School’s composition program, is the latest in a series of famous composers who open creative and professional doors for students.
Creating harmony across disciplines
A biogeographer at the University of Miami is collaborating with students to create songs that explore a range of themes, including environmental awareness.
Guidance and mentorship for women in the music industry
A Women in Music event hosted by the Frost School’s Music Industry program featured a panel of young female music executives, who offered advice and encouragement to students.
