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.

Eden West Named Recipient of 2024–25 Presser Award

SMTD’s Concerto Competition Offers an Extraordinary Performance Opportunity

Piano Students Garner Prestigious Awards at National and International Competitions

[In the News] DMA Candidate Khanh Nhi Luong Takes Bronze at Leeds Piano Competition

Ana Maria Otamendi to Join Departments of Piano and Voice & Opera

[In the News] Angie Zhang and Sasha Kasman Laude Named Finalists for 2025 American Piano Award

SMTD Announces Winners of 2024 Concerto Competition

SMTD Announces Recipients of 2024 Teaching Awards

Two SMTD Students Earn Honors at Chopin Competitions

SMTD Alumni Named 2024 San Francisco Opera Adler Fellows

Reflections on a Trip to the Sicily International Piano Festival and Competition
