https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/index.rss.xml Read about the latest news and stories from students, faculty and alumni of the TCU College of Fine Arts. en-us Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:07:14 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Modern Campus CMS https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/studio-art-senior-shows-her-art-to-the-world.php Caya Crum, a studio art student, was selected to participate in a FIFA World Cup-themed public art installation in Sundance Square. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:16:26 -0800 Art Caya Crum with Sundance Square Soccer Ball https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/cellist-daniela-herrera-to-make-carnegie-hall-solo-debut.php Texas Christian University School of Music student Daniela Herrera has been invited to perform as a soloist at Carnegie Hall with the New York Chamber Players Orchestra under the direction of Giacomo Franci. The performance marks a significant milestone in her musical career and an opportunity to represent TCU on one of the world's most celebrated stages. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:43:16 -0800 Music Daniela Herrera playing cello https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/historic-ed-landreth-begins-transformation.php After nearly 80 years at the heart of TCU’s performing arts community, Ed Landreth Hall is entering a new chapter. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Tue, 16 Jun 2026 09:00:00 -0800 Theatre Music Ed Landreth Hall https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/summer-programs-keep-music-playing-at-tcu.php While the academic year ends in May, TCU School of Music remains active throughout the summer, welcoming musicians of all ages to campus through camps, institutes, workshops and festivals. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:54:30 -0800 Music Boschini Music Camps https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/beverley-bass-come-from-away-at-casa-manana.php Beverley Bass ’74 made aviation history as the first female captain at American Airlines. A double major in Spanish and interior design at TCU, Bass went on to build a groundbreaking career in aviation. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:02:22 -0800 Design Beverley Bass https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/adam-fung-ireland-mining-exhibit.php School of Art associate professor Adam Fung recently made his own appearance in Ireland, presenting a solo exhibition in the Emerald Isle.   finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Wed, 13 May 2026 08:36:42 -0800 Art Small Adam Fung https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/pianotexas-brings-global-talent-to-tcu .php For more than four decades, PianoTexas has drawn some of the world’s most promising pianists to Texas Christian University, creating a one-of-a-kind international festival that blends intensive training with professional performance opportunities. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Tue, 12 May 2026 14:09:34 -0800 Music PianoTexas 2026 https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/symphony-orchestra-celebrates-german-gutierrez.php The TCU Symphony Orchestra recently honored Music Director Germán Gutiérrez in recognition of his lasting impact on music, education and the Fort Worth community. The city of Fort Worth officially proclaimed April 29, 2006, as “Germán Gutiérrez Day,” celebrating his outstanding contributions as a conductor, educator and artistic leader. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Tue, 12 May 2026 13:39:03 -0800 Music German Gutierrez https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/2026-senior-spotlight-theatre.php The College of Fine Arts is proud to celebrate an exceptional group of theatre graduates from the class of 2026. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 11 May 2026 15:46:45 -0800 Theatre senior spotlight 2 arena https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/2026-senior-spotlight-music.php The College of Fine Arts is proud to celebrate an exceptional group of music graduates from the class of 2026. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 11 May 2026 15:33:00 -0800 Music Senior Spotlight 1 https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/2026-superfrog-reveal-logan-lowery.php For Logan Lowery, some of his most meaningful college moments happened both on stage and behind the mask. Alongside performances in productions like Merrily We Roll Along and The Odyssey, the musical theatre major spent three years as SuperFrog, bringing energy and spirit to TCU fans across campus and beyond. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 11 May 2026 11:29:28 -0800 Theatre Logan Superfrog Reveal https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/2026-senior-spotlight-fashion.php The College of Fine Arts is proud to celebrate an exceptional group of fashion merchandising graduates from the class of 2026. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 11 May 2026 10:50:08 -0800 Fashion Merchandising senior spotlight 2 arena https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/2026-senior-spotlight-dance.php The College of Fine Arts is proud to celebrate an exceptional group of dance graduates from the class of 2026. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Thu, 07 May 2026 15:19:51 -0800 Dance streamers at commencement https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/vocal-jazz-ensemble-performs-at-convention.php The TCU Vocal Jazz Ensemble was selected to perform at the Southwestern American Choral Directors Association (SWACDA) Convention, a prestigious and highly competitive honor that recognizes excellence in collegiate choral performance. Chosen through a rigorous audition process featuring recordings from multiple years of live performances, the ensemble represented TCU among top programs from across the region. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:05:34 -0800 Music Small vocal jazz ensemble https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/concert-celebrates-americas-250.php As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, the TCU Concert Chorale presents Portraits of America, a program that explores the nation’s history, identity and evolving story through music. Bringing together a range of voices and perspectives, the performance offers a reflective look at what it means to be American. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:58:51 -0800 small van vliburn https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/project-goodwill-fashion-students-showcase-work .php Three College of Fine Arts students took their creativity to the runway, displaying their talents and even placing in the competition while working for the greater good at Project Goodwill: A Night of Fashion and Fun. The annual event supports Goodwill and its mission to create opportunities for individuals in the community. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:48:01 -0800 Fashion Merchandising small adelaide lovett https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/cheryl-d-miller-as-green-honors-chair.php When Cheryl D. Miller speaks about the history of graphic design, she doesn’t begin with what’s included — she begins with what’s missing. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:33:01 -0800 Fine Arts Design Small Cheryl D. Miller https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/media-highlight-tcu-collaboration-with-the-four-sixes .php A partnership between 6666 Ranch and the TCU College of Fine Arts is gaining media attention, as a newly designed retail experience appeared at the National Cutting Horse Association Celebrity Cutting event in Fort Worth. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:42:29 -0800 Design Fashion Research Small Four Sixes booth https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/ballet-professor-embraces-training.php Jessica Zeller, professor of dance, emphasizes adaptability in her programs, allowing dancers to tailor movement to their unique anatomy while shaping their own learning experience. finearts@tcu.edu (McKenzie Campbell) Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:10:23 -0800 Dance Jessica Zeller https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/art-of-calling-a-show.php From arena concerts to Broadway to Disney World, the stage keeps growing. The spectacle of stage production is a growing business and why Texas Christian University’s College of Fine Arts is adding a bachelor of fine arts in stage, event and production management this fall. finearts@tcu.edu () Thu, 05 Mar 2026 09:20:48 -0800 Theatre stage production workshop group photo https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/alumnus-brings-western-inspiration-fort-worth.php Fort Worth native and contemporary Western artist Kevin Chupik ’92 has long been inspired by the West. Living in and exploring the Southwest – including Tucson, Arizona and Boulder, Colorado – Chupik’s artistic lens showcases traditional Western scenery elements juxtaposed with vintage modernity. finearts@tcu.edu () Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:04:05 -0800 Art Kevin Chupik ’92 https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/fashion-merchandising-partners-with-supply-chain-innovation.php In fashion retail, it takes two to tango. The Department of Fashion Merchandising partnered with the Center for Supply Chain Innovation and led 40 students to New York City for the National Retail Federation Student Program and the Big Show. finearts@tcu.edu () Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:26:43 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Fine Arts Fashion Merchandising at NRF conference https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2026/fashion-merchandising-joins-interdisciplinary-initiative-ranking-super-bowl-ads.php If TCU is a repeat champion, then its College of Fine Arts is a new draft pick. For the second year in a row, Texas Christian University was included in the USA Today Ad Meter School Spotlight program. finearts@tcu.edu () Wed, 11 Feb 2026 15:20:38 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Fashion Merchandising ad meter class https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/design-faculty-achieves-international-recognition-in-design-and-scholarship.php This past summer and fall, Assistant Professor of Design Rhonda Schaller, M.F.A., showed her design practice and scholarship internationally. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:55:04 -0800 Design Rhonda Schaller teaches her graphic design class in the computer lab. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/school-of-music-faculty-participate-in-international-music-exchange-in-colombia.php School of Music faculty continue to make an impact on the global stage through an ongoing cultural exchange with the Institución Universitaria Bellas Artes y Ciencias de Bolívar (UNIBAC) Instrumental Clinics in Cartagena, Colombia. Each year, faculty from around the world are invited to the UNIBAC to give masterclasses, perform recitals and participate in daily rehearsals and performances, sharing expertise and fostering cross-cultural collaboration. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:12:57 -0800 Music School of Music faculty on stage performing at the international music exchange in Colombia. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/theatre-tcu-fort-worth-symphony-orchestra-present-story-of-hope-and-history.php For more than two decades, “Ellis Island: The Dream of America” has been a collaboration between the Department of Theatre and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra (FWSO). Directed by Professor of Theatre Harry Parker, Ph.D., the multimedia performance blends orchestral music, historical narration and imagery to tell the stories of immigrants arriving in America through Ellis Island in the early 20th century. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:52:46 -0800 Theatre “Ellis Island: The Dream of America” cast. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/celebrating-a-legacy-of-musical-excellence-at-the-texas-music-educators-association-conference.php The TCU Wind Ensemble will take center stage at the prestigious 2025 Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Conference in San Antonio, the nation’s largest gathering of music educators. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:17:10 -0800 Music TCU Wind Ensemble in the Megan and Victor Boschini Music Center https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/ian-loveall-creates-immersive-worlds-through-scenic-design.php Associate Professor of Theatre Ian Loveall, M.F.A., served as associate scenic designer in collaboration with Las Vegas–based Andy Walmsley Entertainment, contributing to a large-scale immersive environment for a corporate event for an artificial intelligence company. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 12 Nov 2025 20:01:41 -0800 Theatre Loveall reviews set design plans. Photo: Regan Simeon https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/kaleio-hernandez-27-launches-fashion-line-inspired-by-tradition-trend-and-tcu.php Noticing that no one had yet created a collection inspired by the Department of Fashion Merchandising, junior Kalei’o Hernandez decided to take matters into his own hands. finearts@tcu.edu (Emmy Diamond) Fri, 07 Nov 2025 20:06:04 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Kalei’o Hernandez’s collection blends prep-school polish with Texas flair. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/lydia-mackay-inspires-through-voice-acting.php Associate Professor of Theatre Lydia Mackay, M.F.A., is known regionally for her stage work, but she’s recognized internationally for her voice-over work on acclaimed anime series, all with devoted followings. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:26:32 -0800 Theatre Mackay with her fellow cast members of Black Clover at Nostalgia Con. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-percussion-orchestra-celebrates-record-setting-win-at-international-convention.php The TCU Percussion Orchestra, conducted by Professor Brian A. West, D.M.A., has once again earned a coveted performance spot at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention (PASIC) following a blind, refereed selection process open to university ensembles around the globe. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 06 Nov 2025 20:27:23 -0800 Music TCU Percussion Orchestra, conducted by Professor Brian A. West. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/annual-festival-celebrates-and-connects-texas-dancers.php Launched in 2009 as a small dance gathering, the Texas Improvisation Dance Festival (TDIF) has evolved into a dynamic annual event drawing over 250 dancers and internationally acclaimed guest artists, inspiring and challenging dancers at the collegiate level. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 16 Oct 2025 20:12:16 -0800 Dance SCCD faculty and students before departing for the TDIF Festival. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/bold-new-era-tcu-marching-band-reaches-record-size.php This football season, the TCU Horned Frog Marching Band is making history with its largest ensemble ever — 270 members strong. Filling Amon G. Carter Stadium with electrifying energy and sound, the band showcases musical excellence while amplifying the spirit of fans. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 14 Oct 2025 20:33:49 -0800 Music The TCU Horned Frog Marching Band draws students from almost every field of study. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-music-faculty-share-their-talent-on-international-stages.php School of Music Assistant Professor of Voice Gwendolyn D. Alfred, D.M.A., performed at the prestigious International Congress of Voice Teachers Conference (ICVT) in Toronto, Canada, while Assistant Professor of Cello Juliette Herlin, D.M.A., performed at the Festival I Djurs og Mols in Ebeltoft, Denmark. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 08 Oct 2025 20:40:35 -0800 Music Gwendolyn Alred & Juliette Herlin https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/juliette-herlins-debut-album-hits-the-apple-classical-top-100.php From watching her debut album, “Dialogue: Debussy & Schumann,” soar into the Apple Classical Top 100 Worldwide for 13 consecutive weeks and over 800,000 streams, Assistant Professor Juliette Herlin, D.M.A., calls the experience unforgettable. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:31:49 -0800 Music Juliette Herlin, in a maroon dress, stands with her cello https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/a-yearlong-collaboration-with-a-renowned-dance-company.php The School for Classical & Contemporary Dance (SCCD) will build on its rich history of professional collaboration through a yearlong residency with the internationally acclaimed Mark Morris Dance Group. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 22 Sep 2025 16:17:11 -0800 Dance Alumni Dancers wearing bright, primary colors leap in a tight group on a darkened stage https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-students-learn-from-grammy-winning-artists-during-latin-american-music-festival.php The School of Music is bringing three Grammy Award–winning artists to campus for the 14th Biennial Latin American Music Festival, an extraordinary opportunity for students and the community alike. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 15 Sep 2025 15:31:53 -0800 Music Pacho Flores plays a silver trumpet during the Latin American Music Festival https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/fort-worth-contemporary-arts-gallery-has-a-new-home.php The TCU art scene is beginning an exciting new chapter. The Fort Worth Contemporary Arts Gallery (FWCA) has relocated to the first floor of Molly Reid Hall, presenting fresh opportunities for expanded exhibitions, innovative programming and enhanced community engagement. This move is at the center of a revitalized Berry Street, which is one of the key initiatives of the Campus Master Plan. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:44:17 -0800 Art A small crowd gathers outside of the Fort Worth Contemporary Arts gallery https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/a-new-chapter-begins-tcu-celebrates-the-baker-martin-creative-commons.php The place on campus that unites the Fine Arts Building, the Megan and Victor Boschini Music Center and the J.M. Moudy Visual Arts and Communication Buildings is not only a beautiful green space, but also a vibrant intersection of creativity and collaboration, and it will now be known as the Baker Martin Creative Commons. Named for Louella Baker Martin and her late husband, Nicholas Martin, visionary supporters of the arts, a displayed plaque will commemorate the Martins’ generous support and enduring legacy rooted in faith, education and service. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:44:21 -0800 Fine Arts Two students chat as they walk along the Baker Martin Creative Commons, with the Boschini Music Center in the background https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/suki-john-presents-acclaimed-choreodrama-across-europe.php Suki John, professor in the School for Classical & Contemporary Dance (SCCDance), presented her choreodrama “Sh’ma: A Story of Survival” across Europe this summer, with screenings in Hungary, France, Poland and the Netherlands. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 15 Aug 2025 14:53:19 -0800 Dance Suki John demonstrates a dance sequence for Kira Daniel https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/welcome-new-faculty-2025.php We are proud to welcome several new full-time faculty members for the 2025-26 academic year. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:20:38 -0800 Fine Arts College of Fine Arts welcomes eight new faculty members https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/a-tcu-homecoming-at-clarinetfest.php The TCU Clarinet Ensemble was invited to perform at the prestigious ClarinetFest, held this year in Fort Worth. The international conference rotates annually, with last year’s event in Ireland, and next year’s scheduled for South Korea. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 31 Jul 2025 15:17:34 -0800 Alumni Music TCU Clarinet Ensemble rehearses at ClarinetFest https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-teams-nasa-design-has-media-talking.php An interdisciplinary team of undergraduate students is making waves with a NASA-focused project aimed at designing flexible, low-profile seams to prevent hazardous lunar dust from entering spacesuits. Their innovative work earned the 2025 Best Innovation Award at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 24 Jul 2025 13:05:54 -0800 Fashion Merchandising TCU Fashion Merchandising students stand next to a NASA spacesuit display https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/peyten-woodruff-26-finds-her-stride-in-design-athletics.php Whether designing in the studio or running cross country, student-athlete Peyten Woodruff ’26 is proving there’s no limit to what a TCU student can achieve. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:24:43 -0800 Design Peyten Woodruff runs along the race course https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/henry-cawood-26-receives-national-recognition-with-emerging-theatre-artist-award.php Congratulations to Department of Theatre student Henry Cawood ’26, recipient of the prestigious Howard Vincent Kurtz Emerging Theatre Artist Award! This esteemed honor is presented annually to a student who demonstrates exceptional talent and dedication, with a focus on nurturing their growth in the field of theatre. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 29 May 2025 16:28:27 -0800 Theatre Henry Cawood hold award certificate in front of Costume Society of America backdrop https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/music-art-and-legacy-tcu-faculty-earn-prestigious-gentling-fellowship.php Professor Martin Blessinger, Associate Professor Stuart Cheney and Instructor II Gina Bombola of the TCU School of Music have been named 2024–2025 Gentling Fellows by the Amon Carter Museum of American Art. This prestigious fellowship supports scholarly and creative projects connected to the legacy of Fort Worth artists Stuart and Scott Gentling — brothers celebrated for their realist paintings of birds, landscapes and murals, including the iconic ceiling of Bass Performance Hall. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 23 May 2025 16:15:36 -0800 Music A cellist draws his bow across the strings https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/suki-john-wins-2025-chita-rivera-award-for-outstanding-choreography.php TCU Professor of Dance Suki John, Ph.D., has won the prestigious 2025 Chita Rivera Award for Outstanding Choreography in a Feature Film for “Sh’ma: A Story of Survival,” surpassing major box office contenders such as “Wicked,” “Snow White” and “Emilia Pérez.” finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 22 May 2025 15:30:48 -0800 Dance Suki John, seated in a theatre chair, looks off-camera https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/behind-the-scenes-at-the-van-cliburn-international-piano-competition.php This summer, the eyes of the classical music world turn once again to Fort Worth for the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition — one of the most prestigious events in the global music scene. Held every four years, the Cliburn Competition showcases extraordinary young pianists, offering them a platform to launch international careers. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 09 May 2025 15:48:07 -0800 Music A group from TCU Music stand on the stairs of the Van Cliburn Concert Hall at TCU https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/celebrating-outstanding-fine-arts-seniors.php The College of Fine Arts Academic & Creative Excellence Award celebrates the exceptional accomplishments of graduating seniors. Each academic year, up to three outstanding students are selected from each department and school within the College to be honored with this award. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 07 May 2025 13:52:20 -0800 Fine Arts TCU graduates in commencement regalia pop confetti and streamers overhead https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/charles-freeman-named-president-elect-of-international-textile-and-apparel-association.php We are proud to announce that Charles Freeman, Ph.D., chair of the Department of Fashion Merchandising, has been named president-elect of the International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA), the leading academic organization in the fields of merchandising, design and textile education and research. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 30 Apr 2025 13:33:37 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Charles Freeman, Ph.D. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/lighting-the-stage-celebrating-michael-skinners-31-year-career.php The first time Michael Skinner stepped into the theatre, he said it felt like home. After 31 years in TCU’s Department of Theatre, he is retiring and reflecting on his dynamic career in the College of Fine Arts. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:22:02 -0800 Theatre Michael Skinner stands at the lighting console and looks toward the stage https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/meghan-bailey-25-finds-mentorship-opportunity-at-the-carmel-dance-festival.php For Meghan Bailey ’25, an Andrews Scholar in the John V. Roach Honors College and recipient of the Sullivan Excellence in the Arts Award, dance is more than movement — it’s a transformative journey that has shaped her artistry and career. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 16 Apr 2025 11:03:00 -0800 Dance Meghan and four other performers take a bow on-stage https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/corey-trahan-takes-on-international-stages-in-japan-and-italy-this-summer.php Corey Trahan, director of the opera studio and instructor II of voice, has been chosen to join the esteemed faculty at the Tokyo Opera Studio in Japan and the Trentino Music Festival in Italy this summer. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 16 Apr 2025 10:46:37 -0800 Music Corey Trahan, dressed in a period costume with glasses, signs on stage https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/the-lasting-influence-of-the-great-gatsby-on-fashion.php As “The Great Gatsby” marks its 100th anniversary, the Roaring Twenties remain a defining era in fashion history. From flapper dresses to Art Deco elegance, the novel’s influence on style endures. We spoke with Stephanie Bailey, senior instructor of fashion merchandising, about how fashion shapes storytelling and why Gatsby’s aesthetic continues to inspire designers and consumers a century later. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 27 Mar 2025 10:35:01 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Housed in the Fine Arts Building, the TCU Historic Costume Collection showcases an impressive range of iconic fashion pieces spanning from the 19th century to contemporary times. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/empowering-the-arts-at-tcu-the-bovs-legacy-under-michael-mullins-leadership.php “Time, talent or treasure.” Often said by Scott Sullivan, former dean of the College of Fine Arts, the phrase has become integral to the college’s Board of Visitors (BOV) and its endeavors to ensure the college leaves a lasting impact on the TCU campus and beyond. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Wed, 26 Mar 2025 10:14:49 -0800 Fine Arts Alumni The Department of Theatre performed at the 2025 Fine Arts Gala alongside Grammy Award winner and Tony-nominated actor Jenn Colella. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-music-preparatory-division-celebrates-50-years-of-excellence-in-music-education.php For 50 years, the TCU Music Preparatory Division has shaped the musical journeys of countless students, from young beginners to lifelong learners. What began in a small house on Princeton Street in 1975 has grown into a thriving program housed in Ed Landreth Hall, serving the Fort Worth community and beyond. As the division reaches this milestone anniversary, Director Lori Christ reflects on its rich history, lasting impact and bright future. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:45:47 -0800 Music Parents and their children, seated in a circle, interact with the music instructor https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/humanizing-ballet-pedagogies-shifting-the-hierarchy-of-dance-education-with-jessica-zeller.php In this insightful work, Zeller explores how humanistic approaches are critical to the development of 21st century ballet pedagogies. She aims to transcend ballet’s exclusionary history and advocate for a shift in the traditional hierarchy, empowering students as essential drivers of collaborative and human-centered work. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 25 Mar 2025 10:03:52 -0800 Dance Jessica Zeller instructs a young ballet dancer https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/bringing-latin-culture-to-the-opera-stage.php The TCU Opera Studio is proud to present “Anam the Witch and Beatriz the Beautiful,” a new bilingual children’s opera inspired by a Mexican folk tale akin to “Hansel & Gretel.” With vibrant costumes, compelling characters and a richly designed set, the opera not only enchants but also highlights Latin culture, bringing its traditions to the forefront of music education. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 24 Mar 2025 14:57:31 -0800 Music Illustration of a young girl and a cow standing in front of a castle https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/advancing-dance-scholarship-sccdance-faculty-at-acda.php The School for Classical & Contemporary Dance (SCCDance) was well represented at the American College Dance Association’s South-Central Conference, with three faculty and staff members participating at the event. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:49:01 -0800 Dance A group of dancers gather in the studio https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/behind-the-scenes-of-choosing-the-worlds-top-talent-for-the-pianotexas-festival-academy.php The 45th PianoTexas International Festival & Academy, hosted by TCU’s School of Music, is set to deliver an unforgettable experience this summer. The festival entered an exciting new phase — choosing the exceptional pianists who will take the stage at this prestigious event. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 21 Mar 2025 14:42:06 -0800 Music A large group of PianoTexas participants gather on the stage https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/art-culture-and-politics-enrique-chagoyas-multidimensional-approach.php Enrique Chagoya will present an artist talk on his unique artistic practice of “reverse anthropology.” Drawing from his experiences on both sides of the United States-Mexico border, Chagoya’s works incorporate secular, popular and religious icons from the ancient Americas, Latin America and the United States. He will discuss how he juxtaposes these icons to explore cultural clashes and their ongoing impact. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 04 Mar 2025 15:15:51 -0800 Art A detail of the Codex City of Mirrors collage piece https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/a-night-of-world-premieres-tcu-wind-symphony-at-the-2025-cbdna-conference.php The TCU School of Music is proud to host the 2025 College Band Director’s National Association Conference, organized by Bobby Francis, director of bands and professor of conducting. This prestigious conference is one of the premier national performance invitations for collegiate wind bands. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:26:03 -0800 Music Bobby R. Francis, wearing a tuxedo, conducts the TCU Wind Symphony https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/the-school-of-music-hosts-the-nations-premier-trumpet-competition.php The TCU School of Music is honored to host the National Trumpet Competition, a premier event that showcases emerging talent and provides invaluable educational experiences. This prestigious gathering brings together musicians from high school to the graduate level, along with world-class trumpet performers and faculty from around the globe. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 03 Mar 2025 14:17:36 -0800 Music A student wearing a black shirt and glasses plays a silver trumpet https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/fine-arts-collaboration-brings-cabaret-to-life.php In a dazzling display of creativity and cross-disciplinary collaboration, the Department of Fashion Merchandising and the Department of Design joined forces to bring the spirit of cabaret to life for the College of Fine Arts Gala. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:52:49 -0800 Fashion Merchandising Design Three mannequins dressed in 1920s cabaret attire decorate a window display https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/the-timeless-art-of-indian-textiles.php Department of Fashion Merchandising Professor Shweta Reddy recently traveled to India, immersing herself in the country's rich textile heritage through a cultural and educational tour hosted by the International Textiles and Apparel Association. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 24 Feb 2025 16:48:35 -0800 Fashion Merchandising eddy and fellow group members participate in a Bandhani workshop in Jodhpur, exploring the tie-dyeing technique that involves intricately tying fabric with thread before dyeing. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/christopher-blay-03-joins-national-juneteenth-museum-as-director-of-public-programs.php We spoke to School of Art alumnus Christopher Blay ’03 about his new role as Director of Public Programs at the National Juneteenth Museum (NJM), which is set to open in Fort Worth’s Historic Southside in 2026. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Fri, 07 Feb 2025 16:31:18 -0800 Alumni Art Rendering of National Juneteenth Museum https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/texas-our-texas-a-musical-legacy-rediscovered.php Thanks to a remarkable discovery by TCU Police Officer George Steen, we are reminded of the legacy of William J. Marsh—a former choral director and professor of organ, composition and theory at the School of Music from the 1930s to 1940s. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:10:42 -0800 Music Texas, Our Texas: official state song by William J. Marsh https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/mikhail-galaganov-unveils-viola-fantasies-a-groundbreaking-album.php This extraordinary collection showcases Fantasies for Bass Viol by Baroque composer Georg Philipp Telemann—the only known solo works by a major Baroque composer that perfectly complement the modern viola’s range and tonal qualities. finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Thu, 30 Jan 2025 16:04:30 -0800 Music Viola Fantasies. Georg Philip Telemann. Misha Galaganov. https://finearts.tcu.edu/stories/2025/tcu-art-galleries-receive-10000-grant-from-national-endowment-for-the-arts.php Congratulations to The Art Galleries at TCU on receiving a $10,000 Grants for Arts Projects award from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). finearts@tcu.edu (Adrianna Santos) Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:59:00 -0800 Art MOTHERLAND in white letters on a red wall