News & Stories
On any given day, School of Music, Theatre & Dance students, faculty, and alumni are performing and directing, designing and producing. They are winning awards and distinguishing themselves in competitions. They are releasing new recordings and publications. They are engaging in innovative research, scholarship, and collaborations.
Learn more about the school, its mission, and its leadership – or read on to learn about the latest SMTD happenings and get to know members of the SMTD community.
“Layers of Creativity at SMTD: Conductors, Creators & Music Educators”
Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt to Join the Department of Strings
Michael Thornton to Join the Department of Winds & Percussion
[Campus News] Burton Tower Carillon to Get an Upgrade This Summer
[In the News] Elim Chan (MM ’11, DMA ’15) Named Music Director of San Francisco Symphony
Jane Lanier to Join the Department of Musical Theatre
[In the News] Gabriela Lena Frank (DMA ’01, composition) Wins 2026 Pulitzer Prize in Music
[Video & Media] 2026 SMTD Commencement Ceremony
[In the News] BridgeDetroit Highlights Shavonne Coleman
2026 Briggs Chamber Competition Winners Announced
SMTD Announces Recipients of 2026 Teaching Awards
Danielle Belen to Deliver Harold Haugh Award Lecture and Recital
