Happenings
There’s always something exciting happening at the College of Music! Stay informed and get to know our community through our accomplished students, alumni, faculty, supporters and college leadership.
Recent news
Dean’s Downbeat
Flourishing in times of flux
In his year-end message, Dean John Davis reflects on the college’s commitment to both refining and expanding our offerings: “Our faculty members, advisors and other staff are highly motivated to ensure that our students not only master their chosen craft, but also emerge as well-rounded, adaptable professionals prepared to take on the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly changing world.” MORE
of the Dean’s Downbeat,
a regular communiquéfrom Dean John Davis.
Noteworthy media mentions
CU Boulder is revolutionizing musicians’ wellness (March 10, 2025, Coloradan)
James Brody founded the college's Musicians' Wellness Program (MWP) 25 years ago to help students prevent and recover from injuries, sustain peak performance and maintain robust mental health throughout their careers. After 47 years of teaching, Brody will retire as director of the MWP on July 31, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to positively influence the health of College of Music students, faculty and staff—and wellness aspirants across the globe.
(March 6, 2025, Daily Camera)
The award-winning brass band Guerrilla Fanfare directed by alumnus Zach Brake (BME ’16) will once again open the Boulder International Film Festival.
(Feb. 6, 2025, Denver Metro News)
The University of Colorado Boulder Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band present “Solo Voices”—a program including, among two world premieres, “Glimmerglass” by composer-in-residence Kevin Day commissioned by the CU Boulder College of Music for Professor of Flute Christina Jennings.
