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Recent news
Dean’s Downbeat
Celebrate + aspire
“At the College of Music’s recent Eklund Opera gala, Chancellor Justin Schwartz described the magic of music as a hallmark of human connection; of a civilized society; and as its own kind of renewable energy. As I reflect on the first couple months of 2025, I’m struck by the countless ways in which our students, alumni, faculty, staff and supporters embody these values. In these disorienting times, I’m heartened that our mission is more relevant than ever—as is my commitment to continue to celebrate and support our students and colleagues in their transformative work and artistic aspirations.” MORE
Browse previous editions of the Dean’s Downbeat,
a regular communiqué from Dean John Davis.
Noteworthy media mentions
Why Our Brains Love Music: CU Boulder Symphonic Orchestra Review (Oct. 21, 2025, Her Campus)
“The CU Boulder Symphony Orchestra is one of the most esteemed programs in music here [...] the symphonic orchestra deeply impressed me. As a group, each musician worked in perfect unity with their surroundings, all breathing together, lifting their bows in unison and positioning themselves to be as close to the conductor as possible…”
Evergreen High marching band performs at CU Boulder’s Folsom Field after September school shooting (Oct. 13, 2025, Daily Camera)
Our Golden Buffalo Marching Band aimed to support Evergreen band students following the school shooting in September.
Evergreen band students find hope in joint performance with CU musicians (Oct. 11, 2025, 9News)
About 60 Evergreen High School band students joined our Golden Buffalo Marching Band for a halftime performance at Folsom Field at the Buffs’ winning game against Iowa State on Oct. 11, marking a significant moment of healing for a community still recovering from a school shooting last month.
