Alissa Galyon

UT College of Music sees rise in retention rates

Originally posted in the Daily Beacon, written by Samantha Whitley The Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is one of the few independent music colleges in the United States and is recognized as the fourth college at the University of Tennessee to be named after someone in 230 years. Even as a new college, the College…
Drum Line Member Uses Engineering Resources to Fix Part

Original story written by Rhiannon Potkey, Tickle College of Engineering Anukkah Burleson thought there had to be a better solution to fix the whale tail connector on the carrier of her bass drum. Every year, like clockwork, the part would break. Burleson, a senior mechanical engineering major, is a member of the drumline for the…
UT College of Music To Be Named After Natalie L. Haslam

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s College of Music will be named the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music, following approval by the Board of Trustees during its meeting that ended June 25. The recognition is in honor of alumna Natalie L. Haslam, a member of the Haslam family, which is among the university’s most generous benefactors. “I…
Exploring Polyrhythms through Pop Music: Kevin Zetina of UT Music publishes latest book

Kevin Zetina, lecturer of percussion at the University of Tennessee College of Music, has recently unveiled a captivating exploration into the world of polyrhythms within popular music. Titled Polyrhythms Through Pop Music, this book is a testament to his expertise and passion for rhythm. Zetina’s book delves into the intricate rhythms found in popular songs,…
Music Meets Media: UT College of Music and UT College of Communication & Information Partner in Two New BA Programs for Fall 2024

In a groundbreaking collaboration between the UT College of Music (COM) and the UT College of Communication & Information (CCI), two innovative Bachelor of Arts degree concentrations are set to redefine the intersection of creativity and communication. Designed to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving arts and entertainment industry, the music advertising & public…
Chih-Long Hu of UT Music Named MTNA Fellow

CINCINNATI, OHIO – Chih-Long Hu, of Knoxville, Tennessee, was honored by Music Teachers National Association as an MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow during the 2024 MTNA National Conference. The MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow program offers a meaningful method of recognition for individuals who have made outstanding contributions to music teaching. The award is bestowed when a peer or…
“Gospel in the Gardens” Concert to Uplift Spirits and Fight Food Deserts

Music enthusiasts and philanthropists alike are eagerly anticipating the upcoming “Gospel in the Gardens” concert, set to take place on Saturday, May 4 at 6 PM at Payne Avenue Baptist Church (2714 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave) in Knoxville, Tennessee. This unique event will feature a performance from the new UT College of Music Gospel…
UT Wind Ensemble to perform during CBDNA/NBA Southern Division Conference

The UT Wind Ensemble, the premier wind band of the College of Music, was selected to perform during the invitational College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Southern Division Conference. The CBDNA is a grassroots organization that serves a variety of constituents, from the conservatory wind ensemble, to the athletic band, to the small college band,…
Startup funding awarded to Music Business major during Vol Court competition

Robert Troutman, a senior music business major from Lenoir City, Tennessee, earned second place in the Anderson Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (ACEI) Vol Court competition. Vol Court is a four-week entrepreneurial speaker series that culminates in a 90-second business idea pitch competition. The ACEI, part of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Haslam College of Business, hosts…
UT Trumpet Ensemble invited to National Trumpet Competition

One of the largest trumpet competitions in the world, the National Trumpet Competition features many different competition categories and age groups ranging from very young children to college trumpeters. After a very rigorous and selective application process, the UT Trumpet Ensemble was invited to the National Trumpet Competition’s “large trumpet ensemble” category with their submitted…