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Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

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Jonathan Bailey Holland named Bienen School of Music Dean

May 31, 2023

Jonathan Bailey Holland will serve as the dean of Bienen School of Music beginning Sept. 1, according to a Northwestern news release.  Holland, whose music has been commissioned by leading orchestras...

Former Bienen Dean Bernard Dobroski dies at 76

February 21, 2023

Former Bienen School of Music Dean Bernard Dobroski (TGS ’80) died at age 76 on Feb. 19, the University announced Tuesday. Dobroski held multiple roles at Bienen from 1974 to 1985, including assistant...

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Bienen awards Tania León the Nemmers Prize in Music Composition

February 21, 2023

Composer and conductor Tania León was awarded the $100,000 Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition for her achievements and influence in classical composition, the University announced Tuesday.  León...

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Bienen School of Music Dean Toni-Marie Montgomery to retire in 2023 after 20 years

September 20, 2022

Toni-Marie Montgomery will step down as the Bienen School of Music’s dean after two decades in the position, Provost Kathleen Hagerty announced Sept. 14. Montgomery will serve until the end of the...

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Bienen releases first of three videos in Black Composer Showcase series

July 13, 2021

The Bienen School of Music launched a three-part Black Composer Showcase series featuring student performances as well as presentations on the works and composers by faculty, students and guests. The...

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