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Alumnus Isaac Thompson Named President and CEO of Minnesota Orchestra, Credits College of Fine Arts Leadership for Launching His Career

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Aug. 20, 2025

Butler Opera Center Announces 2025 International Competition Semi-Finalists

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Aug. 15, 2025

Minoo Dixon on composing Balatro

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Aug. 6, 2025 | BSOM BODY

In this podcast episode, we talk to Master's student Minoo Dixon about his recently composed piece, Balatro. Balatro recently won the National Band Association and Alfred Publishing Young Band Composition Contest and has since been published by Alfred Publishing.

Steinway & Sons Names Ross Margitza as Newest Steinway Artist

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July 30, 2025

Across the Americas: The Miró Quartet celebrates Alberto Ginastera

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July 27, 2025 | The Strad

Ahana Bhat talks about the history of the Longhorn Singers

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July 25, 2025 | BSOM BODY

In this week's episode, we talk to Ahana Bhat, vice president of the Longhorn Singers. Bhat discusses who the Longhorn Singers are, their history, how they navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, and their transition into the Butler School of Music.

School of Music's Laurie Scott wins College of Fine Arts Distinguished Teaching Award

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July 23, 2025

Yevgeniy Sharlat Receives Butler's Teaching Excellence Award

July 21, 2025

Pejah Carr on the Longhorn Singers' Move to the Butler School of Music

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July 18, 2025 | BSOM BODY

In this week's episode, we talk to Pejah Carr, president of the Longhorn Singers. Carr discusses who the Longhorn Singers are and their impact on campus. She shares her personal journey with the group and explains how the Longhorn Singers are transitioning into the Butler School of Music.