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. Read about the latest SMTD happenings and get to know members of the SMTD community.
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[In the News] Carlos Xavier Rodriguez Quoted by CNN about the “iPhone Ringtone That Makes People Cringe”
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Colleen Conway, Recipient of Teaching Excellence Award, to Deliver Lecture
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Marie McCarthy Receives 2022 NAfME Senior Researcher Award
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Michigan Medicine and their approach to the treatment and prevention of performers’ ailments
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SMTD Announces Winners of Teaching Awards
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For SMTD Music Ed Students, “Kid Face-Time” Is Key
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Remembering Revelli, A Reflection by Paul R. Lehman
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Three SMTD Graduate Students Awarded Anti-Racism Grants
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Sean Grier – Earl V. Moore Award (Music)
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Alumnus Ben Henri wins 2020 Jeopardy! Teacher Tournament
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U-M Arts Initiative Seeks Project Proposals, Stakeholder Input *Updated Deadline 3/23*
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