Music Media & Industry
Taking a global stage with music and AI
Frost School group Auditory Nerve made a big impression at an international AI music contest, a testament to the strength of the school’s efforts with the new technology.
Emmy nominations for Frost School productions and artists
Frost School conductor Gerard Schwarz and his former student Carlos Lopez were honored with Emmy nominations for broadcast productions of major classical music performances.
Leading the conversation on the future of music
The Frost School of Music partnered with The Hollywood Reporter on a groundbreaking poll that illuminates attitudes about AI and other forces shaping music, expanding the school’s reputation as a leader in the music world.
A national prize for a trailblazing opera
A Frost School composer and an alumna received one of the top awards from The American Prize, a prestigious and uniquely wide-ranging performing arts contest, for their opera “Stained Glass.”
Making an impact at the Latin Grammys
Frost School alumni, supporters, and students were a strong presence at the 2025 Latin GRAMMY Awards in Las Vegas.
Frost School artists and alumni receive Grammy nominations
Frost School artists, faculty members, and alumni featured prominently among the 2026 GRAMMY nominees in jazz. Honorary degree holder and Latin music icon Gloria Estefan and famed producer Pharrell Williams, a Frost Online alum, were also nominated.
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.
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.
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 one inspired by commencement.
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.
Interim Vice Dean helps lead the Frost School of Music through a pivotal year
Serona Elton, the longtime director of the Frost School’s acclaimed Music Industry program, is overseeing day-to-day operations during visionary Dean Shelton G. “Shelly” Berg’s final year.
Music industry students at Frost School have the edge on internships
The elite music industry program at the Frost School of Music gives students crucial advantages in getting the internships that can be vital to a career.
Frost School artist faculty stay inspired as they age
Musicians have no "retirement" tune in their songbook; instead, creative artists reinvent themselves, seeking new opportunities as they age to evolve their craft and satisfy their passion.
In Memoriam: Alan Bergman
Legendary lyricist Alan Bergman, who with his wife Marilyn wrote a host of award-winning, indelible songs for over half a century, was close to Frost School dean Shelton G. Berg.
