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Jazz at the Egyptian to feature NIU Jazz Orchestra and local high school jazz bands

You can enjoy some of the NIU Jazz Orchestra's songs from their set at the 2023 Jack Rudin Jazz Championships at Lincoln Center when they perform as part of the annual Jazz at the Egyptian, Saturday February 4. Jazz at the Egyptian features the NIU Jazz Orchestra,...

NIU Jazz Orchestra brings awards home from Lincoln Center performances

The NIU Jazz Orchestra was one of only nine collegiate jazz groups to participate in the 2023 Jack Rudin Jazz Championships held at New York City's Lincoln Center, January 14 and 15. The Jazz Orchestra earned five awards at the competition. Outstanding Drums - Pete...

“A Show of Hands: Recent Work by Ben Stone” on Display at NIU Art Museum

Ben Stone, sculptor and coordinator of 2D and 3D Foundations in NIU’s School of Art and Design, is showcasing new work in an installation in the North Gallery of the NIU Art Museum. According to Stone, “the work relates to several concurrent themes dealing with late...

SNL cast members coming to NIU with free live show for students

Live, from DeKalb, it's... First-year Saturday Night Live cast members Devon Walker and Michael Longfellow are coming to NIU, Wednesday, February 8 for a free, live show exclusively for NIU students. Students can claim two free tickets by using the NIU ticket portal....
Grad profiles – Jorge Brito

Grad profiles – Jorge Brito

The spring class of 2020 hasn't had a traditional conclusion to their studies, but they do have a lot of great stories. Over the summer months we'll be profiling some of them. Jorge Brito Degree earned - Bachelor of Music, Emphasis in Music Education Minor in Spanish...

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Grad Profiles – Ricardo Quiñonez

Grad Profiles – Ricardo Quiñonez

The spring class of 2020 hasn't had a traditional conclusion to their studies, but they do have a lot of great stories. Over the summer months we'll be profiling some of them. Ricardo Quiñonez Degree earned - Double Major in Music Education and Music Performance...

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Art From Home – William Walmsley

Art From Home – William Walmsley

In this ongoing series, Peter Olson, assistant director of the NIU Art Museum will discuss pieces in his personal art collection. See all of the Art From Home videos.

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Grad Profiles – Robyn Clarke

Grad Profiles – Robyn Clarke

The spring class of 2020 hasn't had a traditional conclusion to their studies, but they do have a lot of great stories. Over the summer months we'll be profiling some of them. Robyn Clarke Bachelor of Music, Music Education Hometown - Joliet, IL Transfer from: Joliet...

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Grad Profiles – Chelsea Cwiklik

Grad Profiles – Chelsea Cwiklik

The spring class of 2020 hasn't had a traditional conclusion to their studies, but they do have a lot of great stories. Over the summer months we'll be profiling some of them. Chelsea Cwiklik MSEd with K-12 Licensure and endorsement in Art Hometown: Batavia, IL...

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Art From Home – Barry E. Wilson

Art From Home – Barry E. Wilson

In this ongoing series, Peter Olson, assistant director of the NIU Art Museum will discuss pieces in his personal art collection. See all of the Art From Home videos.

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Online Auditions for CSA Youth Sinfonia scheduled for May 30

Online Auditions for CSA Youth Sinfonia scheduled for May 30

High school musicians ages 14 - 20 are invited to audition online for CSA Sinfonia on Saturday May 30.  Auditions begin at 11 a.m. and must be scheduled in advance.  Brass and woodwind musicians, string instrument players and percussionists are encouraged to audition....

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World Music Showcase goes virtual

World Music Showcase goes virtual

NIU School of Music graduate students in the Analytical Techniques in World Music course were set to present pieces as part of NIU's annual World Music Festival. But with all concerts postponed due stay at home restrictions caused by the coronavirus, their...

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