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Tony Collins Headshot with trombone and ehuphonium
Passing of Beloved Music Faculty

Recently, we lost a great musician, faculty member, and friend, Anthony Collins.

Kasey Knudsen on stage with saxophone
Women centered events to look forward to on International Women's Day

Today and everyday we want to lift up those talented women in music who are bringing excellence to the stage (in person and virtual) and who continue to help shape music across the world and across genres.

 

Dr. Kim Mieder Conducting
SSU Music Education Program Represents at Virtual CASMEC

February has been a very busy month for the Music Education Program!  Dr.

Eric Whitacre with students on Zoom
Grammy-winner, Eric Whitacre, virtually visits Sonoma State students

The Department of Music at Sonoma State University welcomed Eric Whitacre to an open Zoom discussion moderated by Director of Choral Activities at SSU, Dr. Jenny Bent. 

The Importance of Hands-on Learning and Community Outreach
Sonoma State University music students present at 2021 CASMEC Virtual Conference

"This presentation will highlight the importance of hands-on learning opportunities and community outreach within NAfME chapter meetings, to further advance skills learned in our courses.

Headshot of Jay Zhong holding a violin
Faculty Spotlight: Jay Zhong

Studio faculty, Jay Zhong, will perform as a soloist in the Santa Rosa Symphony's November 15 online concert recorded live from Weill Hall at the Green Music Center.

Two new articles by Dr. Kim Mieder

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Alex Kahn conducting the Orchestra
Virtual Day of Strings Announced

Dr. Alexander Kahn has just announced this special opportunity for high school string players who may be interested in learning about the college admissions process from the perspective of current music majors and gaining insights from Dr.

Christa Durand at a desk with sheet music outdoors
Christa Durand, Class of 2008

Sonoma State began influencing my life and career path even before I was enrolled. By my junior year in high school, I was pretty sure that I was going to be a political science major, and then continue my education to become an attorney.

Dr. Kim Mieder conducting
Dr. Kim Mieder Writes Article on Best Strategies for Music Practice

Our Coordinator of Music Education, Dr.