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12/17/2022
'Handyman' Joe Negri honored for his 40 years at Duquesne University More than 400 Duquesne University students turned their tassels Friday afternoon as they officially graduated from the Bluff neighborhood school. The Class...
12/16/2022
Congratulations to today's graduates from the Mary Pappert School of Music!
12/12/2022
Candace Burgess (M.M. Performance, 2022) recently won the Pierian Emerging Artist Award, along with a $3,000 prize.
From pieriansfoundation.org:
"Since 2010, the Foundation has presented the Emerging Artist Award (formerly the National Project Award) to deserving recipients who have demonstrated exceptional artistic potential. The Pierians, Incorporated proudly recognizes these exceptionally talented recipients of the Emerging Artist Award!"
Burgess received a Master of Music in Performance in the spring of 2022.
12/11/2022
We hope to see you today at at 3:00pm for our Music on the Mount performance! We welcome the Mary Pappert School of Music's Brass from the Bluff.
Free to attend. There will be a free will offering. Join us in person or online. (https://www.youtube.com/maryqueenofpeacepgh)
12/09/2022
Kaytoya Ichoku (B.M. Performance) and Connor Behary (B.M. Music Technology) participated in a wellness event at the Gumberg Library featuring the cutest therapy dogs in town!
12/08/2022
Kendra Whitlock Ingram (B.S. Music Education, 1997) has been named the next President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust.
Ingram is set to start her new position on February 1, 2023, following the retirement of outgoing CEO Kevin McMahon.
Ingram is the second MPSOM graduate to land a high-profile job recently. Earlier this year, Dr. Wayne Walters (M.M. Music Education, 1998) was named Superintendent of the Pittsburgh Public School District.
Pittsburgh Cultural Trust names new president and CEO Duquesne University graduate Kendra Whitlock Ingram has been named the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s new president and chief executive officer succeeding Kevin McMahon, who is retiring. Ingram will be the first person of color and the second woman to become president and CEO in the Cultural Trus...
12/05/2022
Last night's Christmas at Duquesne concert was a huge success! Between the in-person attendees and the audio and video live streams, over 1,000 people joined us to celebrate the holidays and the efforts of our students, faculty, and staff! It was a wonderful night, and it truly showcases MPSOM students achieving their bigger goals!
12/05/2022
Tune in to IEMMA Broadcast Network tonight at 8 p.m. (tinyurl.com/y6hzpfuk) for a live studio broadcast called Take One! The Studio Sessions, featuring The Duquesne University Studio Recording Ensemble under the direction of Alex Price.
This live broadcast will feature our talented student musicians playing arrangements by Alex Price of music by Stevie Wonder, Sting and the Police, Eric Clapton, JJ Cale and a special guest performance by singer/songwriter and Associate Dean Dr Rachel Whitcomb.
12/04/2022
Christmas at Duquesne is this evening at 7:30 p.m. in the Power Center Ballroom!
This annual highlight performance will feature our Duquesne Symphony Orchestra, Voices of Spirit & Pappert Chorale, Jazz Ensemble, Brass Ensemble, David Allen Wehr, and as this year's emcee, we welcome Dr. Harry D. Clark.
If you aren't able to join us in person, tune in to the live stream by following this link: https://tinyurl.com/y6hzpfuk
12/01/2022
Trills and turns weren't the only ornaments our students showed off on Tuesday!
The MPSoM Christmas tree (on the second floor) was festively embellished with personalized decorations. Snacks and smiles rounded out this fun time!
11/29/2022
This Week at the Mary Pappert School of Music
Tonight, 7:30 p.m. – Guest Artist Recital: Susan Ferré, organ | Chapel of the Holy Spirit
Free Admission
Tonight, 7:30 p.m. – Spirit of Pittsburgh: Uptown Jazz Series: This and That - Compositions of Jazz Faculty | PNC Recital Hall
Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. – Jazz Chamber Groups Concert | Pappert Center for Performance and Innovation
Free Admission
Friday, 7:30 p.m. – Percussion Ensemble | Pappert Center for Performance and Innovation
Free Admission
Sunday, 7:30 p.m. – Christmas at Duquesne | Power Center Ballroom
Free Admission
Live streamed (video and audio) here: duq.edu/ibn
Monday, 8:00 p.m. – Take One! The Studio Sessions Live Radio Show | IEMMA Broadcast Network: duq.edu/ibn
Next Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. – Jazz Guitar Ensemble | Pappert Center for Performance and Innovation
Free Admission
For more information on all upcoming events: https://www.duq.edu/academics/colleges-and-schools/music/calendar.php
11/28/2022
Christmas at Duquesne, our annual performance showcasing students in all of our large ensembles, is less than one week away! Join us in the Power Center Ballroom at 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 4 - completely free! - or via Live Stream: https://www.duq.edu/academics/colleges-and-schools/music/iemma/iemma-broadcast-network.php
11/24/2022
All of us at the Mary Pappert School of Music would like to wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
11/17/2022
McKeesport alum inspiring young musicians, proving dreams can become reality Ryan Joseph, a member of Alan Jackson’s band, helps students realize their dreams are achievable.
11/12/2022
Photos from Volkweins Music's post
11/07/2022
Just announced: new online preview day!
Wed, Nov 16, 7 p.m. – Join us for an online discussion about meaningful careers and pathways in Music Ministry. Hear from music alumni, industry professionals, and worship leaders as they share insights on the benefits of a Music Ministry degree from Duquesne.
Click here to register now! tinyurl.com/bdfydjyb
11/04/2022
Always proud of our faculty!
Sharon students get schooled in jazz SHARON – Case Avenue Elementary School students danced in the aisles at ACTS’ performance space in downtown Sharon during a special performance by a Pittsburgh jazz ensemble.
11/03/2022
Student Spotlight
Congratulations to Dannon Johnson (BM in Music Technology - Sound Recording, '24) for being selected to be a Campus Ambassador to Duquesne University for GRAMMY U, the student subset of the Recording Academy!
This comes on the heels of the October 1 release of a new EP by Dayz Off, called Second Best, which Dannon produced and engineered. This project was recorded over the summer at Dannon's studio, Guffy Cam Studios, and Duquesne’s studio. The mixing and mastering were also done in the MPSoM suite.
You can listen now on all major streaming platforms!
11/01/2022
This Week at the Mary Pappert School of Music
Wednesday, 8 a.m. – Music Education Preview Day
Friday, 7:30 p.m. – Flute Choir Concert | PNC Recital Hall
Free Admission
Sunday, 3 p.m. – Duquesne University Brass Choir Concert | Power Center Ballroom
Free Admission
Monday, 5:30 p.m. – Guest Artist Master Class and Performance: Jeff "Tain" Watts | Pappert Center for Performance and Innovation
Free and open to the public
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. – Spirit of Pittsburgh: Featuring Pittsburgh Native Jazz Drummer, Jeff "Tain" Watts | Power Center Ballroom
For information all of our upcoming events, go to duq.edu/musicevents/
11/01/2022
On Sunday, October 8, many MPSoM alumni gathered in the PNC Recital Hall Lobby for the “Music Alumni Indoor Tailgate.” Alumni in attendance represented graduating classes spanning 50 years, going as far back as 1972 and as recent as this past May.
Jacob Zang, current music technology student, provided background music on guitar for the event.
A raffle was also held for a basket containing several MPSoM prizes, including a t-shirt, hoodie, tote bag, admission for two to a Bluff Series concert, the History of the MPSoM book, a water bottle, gift cards, and more.
Student and Alumni Services Coordinator Emma Pearson planned the event and said, "As a recent graduate of the music school myself, it was really amazing to connect with other alumni from various decades and chat about their accomplishments since leaving the Bluff."
10/31/2022
Today is your last chance to give to our students' crowdfunding campaigns!
The following groups from MPSoM having been working hard to fund upcoming conference and competition trips:
Audio Engineering Society
Band Association
Music Therapy Student Association
National Association for Music Education
Trumpet Studio
Learn about them and give now at:
Duquesne University Spirit Crowdfunding Ignite projects inspired in the Spirit of Duquesne
10/29/2022
Help our Duquesne University Band Association reach their crowdfunding goal by October 31! Your support will aid this new student group host guest speakers about band-specific pedagogy.
Duquesne University Band Association 2022 Help Duquesne University raise $1,000 for the project: Duquesne University Band Association 2022. Your gift will make a difference!
10/29/2022
Timeline photos
One week to go until our Nov. 1 Early Action Deadline. Apply to receive your admission decision, scholarship details and financial aid information by Dec. 1.
At Duquesne, we feel fortunate to be entrusted with your goals, which is why we're ready with an education that's everything you need and more than you imagined. ❤️💙 duq.edu/apply
10/28/2022
Student Spotlight
Current MPSoM cello student Alyssa Baljunas, BM '24, was named winner of the Akron Symphony Orchestra section cello audition of Sep 27. Beideth Briceño, MM '23, was a finalist for principal cello in the same orchestra. Congratulations!
10/27/2022
Help our chapter of the National Association for Music Education reach their crowdfunding goal by October 31! Your support will aid students in attending the annual Pennsylvania Music Education Association Conference.
National Association for Music Education (NAfME) 2022 Help Duquesne University raise $3,500 for the project: National Association for Music Education (NAfME) 2022. Your gift will make a difference!
10/27/2022
Student Spotlight: Nathan Meyers, MM '23
As one of only six winners in the Pittsburgh Concert Society Major Artist category, Nathan Meyers, a current second year masters Euphonium student at Duquesne University, won a cash prize and performed a recital on Kresge Stage at Carnegie Mellon University. Split with another winner, the recital took place on Sunday, October 16, accompanied by Alaine Fink. Congratulations!
10/27/2022
Help our Trumpet Studio reach their crowdfunding goal by October 31! Your support will aid students in attending competitions and conferences in Boulder and Minneapolis this year.
Duquesne Trumpet Studio Fall 2022 Help Duquesne University raise $3,000 for the project: Duquesne Trumpet Studio Fall 2022. Your gift will make a difference!
10/26/2022
Attention teachers and prospective students, experience what it's like to be a MPSoM student for a day at these upcoming program previews! Learn more and register at the links below.
Tue, Nov 1, 6:00 p.m. – Graduate Music Therapy Online Preview Day
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Wed, Nov 2, day-long – Music Education Preview Day
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Sat, Nov 12, day-long – Trumpet Day
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10/26/2022
Help our Audio Engineering Society reach their crowdfunding goal by October 31! Your support will aid students in attending conventions in New York City and Los Angeles this year.
Audio Engineering Society 2022 Help Duquesne University raise $1,000 for the project: Audio Engineering Society 2022. Your gift will make a difference!
10/25/2022
This Week at the Mary Pappert School of Music
Tonight, 7:30 p.m. – Faculty Recital: Jennifer Steele, flute & Max Blair, oboe | PNC Recital Hall (Free Admission)
Wednesday, 3:00 p.m. – Guest Artist Master Class: Yeeha Chiu, piano | PNC Recital Hall (Free Admission)
Next Tuesday, 6:00 p.m. – Graduate Music Therapy Online Preview Day | Online event, register for free at the following link
https://apply.duq.edu/register/?id=e010663c-30ba-4755-8c5d-52584f6cc93f
For more events, go to duq.edu/musicevents
10/24/2022
Read about our event last Wednesday, "Music from the Holocaust and the Violins of Hope: Survival, Resistance, and Advocacy," to learn about the incredible stories embodied in the instruments of Jewish musicians in the ghettos and concentration camps.
‘Violins of Hope’ raise Holocaust awareness at Duquesne University Members of Duquesne University's Mary Pappert School of Music explore stringed instruments used by Jewish musicians in the ghettos and concentration camps
10/24/2022
Help our Music Therapy Student Association reach their crowdfunding goal by October 31! Your support will aid students in attending the Mid Atlantic Regional Music Therapy Conference.
Music Therapy Student Association 2022 Help Duquesne University raise $1,000 for the project: Music Therapy Student Association 2022. Your gift will make a difference!
10/19/2022
Jazz Students Set to Perform for Pittsburgh Cultural Trust
Several MPSOM students have been selected by Assistant Program Director of Jazz Studies, Jeff Bush, to perform with him in a jazz sextet at two of his own upcoming performances.
Alongside Bush (trombone), current students Alex Perez (trumpet, B.A. Music), Tate Hanlon (baritone saxophone/flute, B.M. Performance-Jazz Emphasis), Alex Weibel (guitar, M.M. Performance), Emiliano Siegert-Wilkinson (bass, B.A. Music), and Soojin Park (drums, M.M. Performance) will perform a two-hour set for the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust’s JazzLive Tuesdays at Liberty Magic Speakeasy on Tuesday, October 25.
Then, on Tuesday, November 17, Hanlon, Weibel, and Siegert-Wilkinson will have the opportunity to play alongside Bush and other MPSOM professors JD Chaisson (trumpet) and Tom Wendt (drums) in a four-hour show at Con Alma in Downtown Pittsburgh.
“For jazz musicians, there’s no better experience than to get out and make music in a real gig situation, especially when you get to play next to your teacher or mentor,” said Bush. “Pittsburgh has no shortage of opportunities for musicians, so I wanted to get our students out there gigging now so they can make the most of their time here at Duquesne.”
10/18/2022
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette shares details about 3 upcoming concerts in our exciting October series, Spirit of Pittsburgh.
Duquesne University's Spirit of Pittsburgh celebrates local composers and musicians Duquesne University programmed several under the banner “Spirit of Pittsburgh,” sending students out to perform in the city.
10/18/2022
This Week at the Mary Pappert School of Music
Tonight, 7:30 p.m. – Spirit of Pittsburgh: This and That: Local Legends Redux (Uptown Jazz Series) | PNC Recital Hall
*This concert will be broadcast live via our IEMMA Broadcast Network*
duq.edu/ibn
Sunday, 3:00 p.m. – Spirit of Pittsburgh: Hot Metal Winds (Duquesne Wind Ensembles) | Power Center Ballroom
Monday, 3:00 p.m. – Palmetto Saxophone Quartet | Pappert Center for Performance and Innovation
Next Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. – Faculty Recital: Jennifer Steele, flute & Max Blair, oboe | PNC Recital Hall
(Free Admission)
See all of our upcoming events at duq.edu/musicevents
10/17/2022
The Mary Pappert School of Music is saddened to share with you the news of the passing of retired faculty member Anthony DiVitorrio, who taught as an adjunct piano faculty member for 42 years, from 1970–2012.
“Mr. D” was beloved by generations of piano students,” said Dean David Allen Wehr, “They prospered under his guidance in group piano classes and private instruction. Tony was always keenly interested in contemporary styles and specialized in teaching music technology majors.”
Our condolences go to his family and friends.
Obituary: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/pa/north-versailles/anthony-m-divittorio-15330247
10/13/2022
Tomorrow we are very excited to welcome acclaimed countertenor John Holiday to the Mary Pappert School of Music. He will share his expertise with our voice students in a masterclass that is free and open to the public.
Fri, Oct 14 at 7:30 p.m. in PNC Recital Hall
This Musician Can Sing the Highest of High Notes Growing up in Texas, John Holiday sang in the soprano section of the church choir. He was teased for “singing like a girl.” But his naturally high voice beca...
10/13/2022
Why should you study abroad? Fall 2021 alumna and current Peer Advisor Grace Furman shared with us how it has benefited her personally and academically!
• What was your undergraduate degree?
B.A. in music with minors in intercultural engagement and business management!
• What are you currently studying?
I am currently working on my M.B.A. with a concentration in sustainability!
• How do you feel your time abroad impacted the decision about your current studies?
In my time abroad, I was able to see how businesses incorporated different sustainability measures into their policies, including environmental, social, ethical, and economic principles. Enforcing this in businesses here is extremely vital, and I am excited to see where this program will take me.
• How do you feel you benefited from your time abroad, personally and academically?
I immensely benefited from my time abroad because it made me much more independent, and made me much more confident when deciding to go into a grad program that is very different from my undergrad degree, and out of my comfort zone. My time abroad also sparked my passion for sustainability in business. Seeing how engaged it is in every business and in people’s lives was amazing to see.
• What piece of advice would you offer someone who is considering a semester in Dublin?
A piece of advice I would offer to someone who is considering a semester in Dublin is to do it! Dublin is one of those places where you are not only in a great location, surrounded by amazing people with an extremely engaging culture, but you will also be living with other Duquesne students. This makes the transition of living in a different country much easier, as you are still able to have a sense of familiarity in your surroundings.
Why not join us in Dublin for Spring or Fall 2023?! https://www.duq.edu/academics/study-abroad/duquesne-in-dublin/how-to-apply
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10/12/2022
Tune in next week as current Music Technology student Jacob Zang takes over the MPSOM instagram page. Be sure to follow if you don't already!
10/11/2022
This Week at the Mary Pappert School of Music
Our month-long series Spirit of Pittsburgh continues with three exciting performances, celebrating our city!
Friday, 10:15 a.m. - Spirit of Pittsburgh: Schubert's 'Great' Symphony (Duquesne Chamber Orchestra) | Duquesne University Chapel of the Holy Spirit
(Free Admission)
Sunday, 6:00 p.m. - Spirit of Pittsburgh: Voices of Spirit Sing Mass | St. Paul Cathedral
(Free Admission)
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. - Spirit of Pittsburgh: This and That: Local Legends Redux | PNC Recital Hall
To see all of our upcoming events, go to the LinkTree in our bio
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