In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, read about an upcoming star composer, BYU's new pipe organ, upcoming tour highlights from ensembles, graduating students' future plans, and more!

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, read about how one student is working to bring appreciation to underperformed pieces, how members of our faculty made an impact on your LDS Music app, the daunting yet fulfilling process that is BYU School of Music's Evening of Concertos, and more!

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, read about the Gabriel Trumpet Ensemble at Temple Square, two BYU alumni’s recent Grammy nomination, how one BYU student turned his injury into a resource for others, a rising star in classical music, and two prestigious School of Music ensembles’ return from international tours.

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, read about the piano technician’s playground event, the Essentially Ellington Jazz Festival, three faculty’s UMEA presentations, how four ensembles prepared for summer tours, and the BYU Outreach Choir’s trip to Guadalupe. 

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, learn how Dr. Jon Skidmore is teaching students to overcome performance anxiety, read about BYU alumnus Chance Thomas's experiences composing music in the video game industry, and see how two music ed students are sharing music with local elementary school students.

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, learn about the School of Music’s Wellness Wednesday initiative, say goodbye to retiring faculty and staff, and learn about how piano students dazzled at the UMTA and MNTA competitions.

In this issue of the BYU School of Music Journal, get to know five new faculty members, read about Sam Clawson’s collaboration with The National Parks, view the Music building in 360-degrees, and learn about Stevie Dugdale and Brian Pappal’s time conducting Women’s Chorus. Plus, take a look at the accomplishments of some School of Music faculty!

In this issue of the School of Music Journal, read about the Philharmonic's celebratory concert with Itzhak Perlman, learn how Renee Chiu Gastelum served refugees through music, and discover Liz Shropshire’s story of creating the nonprofit Peace Through Music International. Take a look at the accomplishments of some School of Music alumni!

In this issue of the School of Music Journal, read about Hannah Cope Johnson's new gig as the Met opera's principal harpist, Kirt Saville's approach to music education, and a Balinese composer's artistic residency. Plus, an overview of upcoming October events you won't want to miss!

In this issue of the School of Music Journal, read about the BYU Singers' Pacific Northeast Tour, the BYU Wind Symphony Spain and Portugal Tour, and a retiree feature on Susan Kenney, the founder of the Young Musicians Academy in the School of Music. We’ll catch you up on recent events and major accomplishments from our students, faculty, and alumni.