Eliza Simikian
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UT Music Professor Renee Tatum to headline Knoxville Opera’s “Carmen”
Written by Eliza Simikian Renee Tatum, acclaimed mezzo-soprano and faculty member at the University of Tennessee’s Natalie L. Haslam College of Music, will take center stage in Knoxville Opera’s 2025–26 season opener, performing the title role in Bizet’s Carmen. The production, set to open this weekend (October 24 and 26), marks a major milestone in…
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UT Music Professor Leads Hollywood Bowl Orchestra in Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
Written by Eliza Simikian James Fellenbaum, associate professor and director of orchestras at the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music, was invited this summer to conduct at the Hollywood Bowl for Bugs Bunny at the Symphony. The Hollywood Bowl is one of the most iconic and prestigious outdoor music venues in the world, known for…
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Professor Hillary Herndon Appointed as Director of Sewanee Summer Music Festival
The University of Tennessee’s Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is proud to announce that Professor Hillary Herndon, professor of viola, has been appointed as the new director of the Sewanee Summer Music Festival. Herndon will assume the role following a successful tenure as the festival’s associate director from 2018 to 2024. The Sewanee Summer…
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Professor Jorge Variego Named FY25 Music Fellow
The UT Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is thrilled to announce that Jorge Variego, professor of music and technology, has been honored with the FY25 Individual Artist Fellowship in Music Composition by the Tennessee Arts Commission. This award celebrates Variego’s outstanding achievements in contemporary music composition and his significant contributions to the arts community. …
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Professor Hillary Herndon Honored with Distinguished Service Award by American Viola Society
In recognition of her exceptional contributions and leadership in the field of music, Hillary Herndon, professor of viola at the UT Natalie L. Haslam College of Music, has been awarded the prestigious Distinguished Service Award by the American Viola Society (AVS). The award was presented to her during the recent American Viola Society Festival held…
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Mehrenegar Rostami Joins UT’s Musicology Faculty
The University of Tennessee College of Music proudly welcomes Mehrenegar Rostami to its musicology faculty for fall 2024. With a rich educational background and a passion for exploring the intricate connections between music and political philosophy, Rostami brings a unique perspective to the university’s faculty. Rostami’s academic journey began at the Art and Architecture branch…
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UT College of Music’s Ryan Lindveit Named 2024 ASCAP Foundation Morton Gould Young Composer Award Recipient
The UT College of Music is proud to announce that Ryan Lindveit, Lecturer of Music Theory & Composition, has been named a recipient of the 2024 ASCAP Foundation Morton Gould Young Composer Award. This esteemed recognition celebrates the exceptional talent and creativity of young composers in the realm of concert music. Lindveit’s award-winning composition, enriched…
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Renowned Guitarist/Music Executive Juan Carlos Quintero Joins UT College of Music
Juan Carlos “JC” Quintero, an esteemed Latin jazz guitarist and music executive, is set to join the University of Tennessee College of Music as a professor of practice and Director of Music Communications and Business for fall 2024. Known for his adeptness in blending a career path as a recording artist, music producer and music…
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Jennifer Salamone Joins UT College of Music Faculty
The University of Tennessee’s College of Music proudly announces the addition of Jennifer Salamone to its music theory faculty for fall 2024. With a strong background in music education and dedication to community engagement, Salamone brings a wealth of experience and enthusiasm to her new role. Salamone attended the University of Hartford’s The Hartt School…
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Taber Gable Joins UT’s College of Music Jazz Faculty
The University of Tennessee’s College of Music welcomes a new addition to its jazz faculty for fall 2024: Taber Gable, a renowned jazz pianist and educator. Gable’s musical journey traces back to his formative years, where the eclectic sounds of his parents’ record collection ignited a passion that would shape his career. “My first encounter…