On the evening of December 5, 2024, the UIC Music Department presented the UIC Orchestra concert, Moonlit Harmonics: A Symphony Across Time and Space. Held at the Performance Theatre, the event captivated the audience with its thoughtfully curated program, celebrating creativity, cultural depth, and the universal language of music.Moonlit Harmonies: A Cultural Narrative Weaved in MusicThe eveni...

On the afternoon of November 27, 2024, the UIC Music Department successfully hosted a workshop titled “The Charm and Industry Frontiers of Recording Arts” at CC129. Led by Peng Huang, a distinguished recording producer, the event offered an engaging blend of technical insights and artistic perspectives, captivating the audience of students and faculty alike.The Art of Recording: A Harmony of ...

On November 26, the UIC Music Department hosted an engaging Jazz Singing Workshop in classroom CC129. The event featured Anna Devina, a versatile vocalist renowned for her expertise in jazz, whose vibrant teaching style captivated the audience and delivered a unique musical experience.Caption: Anna Devina performs a jazz classic, showcasing her distinctive vocal artistry.The workshop attracted ...

On November 12, 2024, at noon, Associate Professor Jie Wang from the UIC Department of Music led the “Voices for Peace” Faculty-Student Concert in the UIC Performance Hall. Joined by her students and guest performers, Ms. Wang used music to heal emotional wounds and convey the power of peace through song. The hour-long performance received warm and enthusiastic applause from the audience.Ms. ...

On October 17, 2024, the Music Business Management class hosted a special guest lecture from Pavel Bazdyrev, co-founder of Soyuz Microphones. Held in CC302, under the leadership of Prof. Thomas Alexander Stein, students heard first-hand how Bazdyrev transformed his vision into a global brand, blending Russian heritage with modern audio engineering. Accompanying him was Grigorii Karetnikov, Proj...

On October 17, 2024, UIC Music Department hosted a distinguished piano masterclass led by acclaimed pianist and Steinway Artist Dr. Yoonie Han at the Performance Theatre. This event provided an exceptional opportunity for students and music enthusiasts to engage with a pianist of outstanding artistry. Dr. Han, Recognized for her "flowing tones, poetic phrasing, and heavenly singing melodies" (C...

On October 11, 2024, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at UIC hosted lunchtime research sharing session in Room 301 of the T2 Building. Associate Professor Jie Wang from the Music Department of the School of Culture and Creativity delivered a presentation titled "The Power of Theatre: An Imaginative Approach to Teaching." The event brought together over 30 faculty members from vario...

Date: October 8, 2024  Location: CC105On October 8th, a landmark event unfolded at UIC as President Chen observed the orchestra rehearsal, symbolizing a key milestone in the university’s ongoing commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement. Held in CC105, this special occasion was elevated by the distinguished presence of President Chen, whose participation underscored the critic...