Category Archives: Music

UMD Diversity Dialogue

Posted on March 28, 2012 by umdnews

            On Friday, March 30, UMD’s Elias Mokole is trading his spot in a concert hall where he performs opera in his rich, warm baritone, for the role as host for a presentation on diversity. Mokole will … Continue reading →

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Choral Event Launches Scholarship

Posted on March 2, 2012 by umdnews

A special concert will honor the memory of UMD Professor Vernon Opheim and launch the UMD Dr. Vernon Choral Scholarship intended for students studying to become choral directors. The concert will begin at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 4 in the … Continue reading →

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2012 Rudolf Nissim Award Presented to UMD Assistant Professor

Posted on February 15, 2012 by umdnews

From among 230 entries, UMD Assistant Professor of Percussion Gene Koshinski was presented with the 2012 Rudolf Nissim Award. The awarded composition entitled Concerto for Marimba and Choir is written for solo marimba, percussion ensemble, and choir. The recording that … Continue reading →

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Broadcaster of the Year Award

Posted on June 29, 2011 by umdnews

The Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations (AMPERS) named UMD Chief Engineer of KUMD, Kirk Kersten, Broadcaster of the Year at the AMPERS annual meeting on June 17. Kersten has been with KUMD for over 25 years. Read more … Continue reading →

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“For the Birds”

Posted on May 26, 2011 by umdnews

KUMD celebrates 25 years with Laura Erickson who created a radio show that is both eclectic and informative.  Weaving a program that combined Shakespeare with chickadees and other fascinating topics, Erickson gained a loyal following that turned into far more … Continue reading →

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