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Private Music Lessons
Private lessons in voice, keyboard, band/orchestral instruments, sitar, guitar, electric and upright bass, and drum set are offered every semester for academic credit.
Artist in Residence
University of Richmond Artist in Residence Leyla McCalla combines original compositions and traditional Haitian tunes with historical broadcasts and contemporary interviews and research. McCalla’s performances are captivating, fueled by rich, sophisticated melodic work and intoxicating Afro-Caribbean rhythms.
Taking Notes: Alum Hosts Students in an Opera Master Class
Opera singer and 2000 graduate Matt Worth originally auditioned for the music performance program at the University of Richmond with his trombone. But, on a whim after his horn performance, he also mentioned that he could sing. Last month, he returned to the Richmond campus to teach a master class to some vocal performance students. Read more.
Facilities
As part of the Modlin Center for the Arts, the Department of Music offers its students access to high-quality spaces to learn, practice and perform.
Faculty Highlights
Jennifer Cable, professor of music, published "Mary Carlisle Howe (1882-1964) and Adella Prentiss Hughes (1869-1950): Creating an Arts Culture in America, One Woman at a Time," in Women's Work in Music.
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Jessie Fillerup, associate professor of music, published "Marimbo Chimes and the Wizard's Monster Band: Music in Theatrical Magic Shows," in the journal Music & Letters.
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Joanna Love, associate professor of music, was named a 2022 recipient of the University’s Distinguished Educator Award at the annual Colloquy celebration.
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Andy McGraw, associate professor of music and chair of the Department of Music, published "Mapping Sonic and Affective Geographies in Richmond Virginia" in Sonic Identity at the Margins, co-edited by colleagues Joanna Love, associate professor of music, and Jessie Fillerup, associate professor of musicology.
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As new alum Adelaide Tracey travels the world, she wants to learn every language she can.
Music Faculty in the News
Music professor Joanne Kong, director of accompaniment and coordinator of Chamber Ensembles, is featured in this piece that aired on an NPR station in Washington and includes a clip of her performing.
Harpsichordist Joanne Kong, director of accompaniment and coordinator of chamber ensembles, is featured related to her performance at the Bach Festival.
This article highlights Indonesian composer, songwriter, and singer, Peni Candra Rini, who will be hosting Javanese workshops this month with the Department of Music.
Resources
Forms
Repertoire Record for Performance Juries
For any questions about these forms, contact Ms. Smalley, Administrative Coordinator.
Contact Us
Mailing address:
Music Department
Booker Hall
455 Westhampton Way
University of Richmond, VA 23173
Phone: (804) 289-8277
Fax: (804) 287-6814
Chair: Dr. Andrew McGraw
Administrative Coordinator: Linda Smalley