Music and Dance News
Every performance begins with practice, collaboration, and a commitment to artistic growth. Go behind the scenes with School of Music and Dance students, faculty, and alumni as they create, perform, teach, and connect with audiences. Their work is opening new possibilities onstage, in the classroom, and throughout the community.
Fox 40: Amazon Bestselling Author Dr. Chuyun Oh Publishes K-Pop Dance Education After Demand Following K-Pop Demon Hunters
Mar 6New book explores the rise of K-pop academic curricula, transforming the global phenomenon into a performing arts discipline for learners of all ages
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SD Story: Engagingly Eclectic NWEAMO Festival 2026 Opens at San Diego State University
Feb 25The 2026 New West Evolving Arts and Music Organism (NWEAMO) Festival at SDSU’s Smith Recital Hall proved aptly eclectic.
Yamaha Honors Sonya Schumann in its Sixth Annual 40 Under 40 Music Program
Feb 25Sixth annual program celebrates teachers nationwide; Sonya Schumann cited for leadership, innovation and community impact in music education
Union Tribune: 2026 NWEAMO Festival at SDSU
Feb 19The three San Diego concerts (and a festival) you shouldn’t miss this week!
Where Voices Meet: How SDSU Choirs Bring Community to Life
Dec 19With ensembles for every skill level, students and community members alike discover harmony, storytelling, and shared purpose in SDSU choral ensembles
SDSU Jazz Studies finds its groove
Dec 4Under the leadership of director Brian Levy, the program is surging in enrollment, expanding its offerings, and giving students front-row access to world-class musicians
SD Union Tribune: Brian Levy elevates on concert stages and as head of SDSU’s jazz department
Nov 26He will be the featured artist at Saturday's San Diego Symphony Jazz at The Jacobs "Blue Train" concert honoring saxophone icon John Coltrane
Chris Warren Explores the Art and Science of Sound on “Recording Studio Rockstars” podcast
Oct 16Dive into an inspiring conversation with Dr. Warren as he unpacks the artistry and science that bring sound to life
SDSU’s new Music Education Master’s degree is made by teachers, for teachers
Oct 6Launching in Summer 2026, the School of Music and Dance introduces a teacher-friendly Master’s in Music Education designed to align with teachers’ schedules
The Kingdom of the Echo Thief
Aug 20Eavesdropping on sound artist Chris Warren and his reverberation chamber
