@ButlerSOM

The Butler School of Music at The University of Texas at Austin.

 Austin, TX
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Joined September 2009
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Tonight’s jazz concert, Miles Ahead: Celebrating 100 Years of Miles Davis, is almost sold out! Only a few tickets remain, so if you’re planning to attend, be sure to purchase your tickets before heading down. Don't count on buying tickets at the box office before the show!
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Congratulations to Marissa Guarriello, assistant professor of Music and Human Learning and director of the University of Texas String Project, who has been named a GRAMMY Music Educator Award semifinalist! music.utexas.edu/news/mariss…
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Here’s a clip from today’s rehearsal, featuring the end of the first movement of Mahler’s 2nd Symphony. You may never see an orchestra this massive again; it's a true once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. my.thelongcenter.org/4107
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What did you get for the holidays? One of our students received this unbelievable present. bit.ly/4q5cOVC
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Congratulations to Butler School of Music alumnus Robert Honstein (MM ’07), who has been named one of twelve composers nationwide to receive a 2025 Fromm Music Foundation Commission, a prestigious award administered through Harvard University. bit.ly/4qEtDXl

Butler Alum Robert Honstein Earns Prestigious Fromm Commission

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Here is a cast photo for the upcoming VOICES ACROSS GENRES program on Dec. 3 and 4 that was taken as they were walking out the door for the holiday break. The program will feature excerpts from West Side Story, The Hours, Porgy and Bess, and much more.
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In this episode, we talk to Artist Diploma violinist Chloe Yofan. Chloe was recently appointed assistant concertmaster of the Austin Symphony Orchestra. In addition, she won first place in the MTNA's Chamber Music Competition with the Soha Quartet. bit.ly/4ikjlcb
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The Wind Ensemble’s John Williams concert is nearly sold out! Dust off your Indiana Jones hat, don your Harry Potter cape, and ignite your Star Wars lightsaber; it’s going to be a night of movie magic. Get your tickets now before it’s too late! Less than 100 tickets left.
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During today’s dress rehearsal, you might notice something a little different: most of the orchestra is standing. While this is uncommon today, it was typical during Mozart’s time and earlier. Can you guess why? Come hear (and see) for yourself tonight at 7:30 p.m.
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Butler Opera Center’s Cinderella opens in just 3 days! Here are some behind-the-scenes photos from tonight’s dress rehearsal. Tickets are selling fast, so get yours before they’re gone! Use the code BUTLERELLA at checkout to get Buy One Ticket, Get One Free!
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This weekend was full of energy and swinging vibes! Huge thanks to the guest artist Etienne Charles for bringing such an amazing musical experience to Butler. And a special shoutout to student Aidan Berg for making it happen with his 2025 Rainwater grant.
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A conductor in a purple suit leads a jazz band performance on stage at a concert hall. The band members are dressed in black and playing various brass instruments and saxophones, with a piano also visible on stage.

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Triple Cortado was featured in the New York Times about performing in remote locations. You don’t need to go off-grid to hear Triple Cortado; they’re performing right here in Austin on Tuesday, October 14, at 7:30 p.m. 30% off with the code CORTADO30 music.utexas.edu/news/triple…

Triple Cortado featured in the New York Times

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Are you an alumnus of UT's String Project? Whether you attended in 2025 or 1955, we would love to reconnect with you, hear your stories, and help piece together a shared history. Please fill out the form at the following link. utexas.qualtrics.com/jfe/for…
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A big congratulations to Butler alumna and former Butler Opera Center star Priscilla Salisbury for winning the Best Female Singer Award at the 2025 Catholic Music Awards in Rome! music.utexas.edu/news/butler…

Butler School of Music Alumna Priscilla Salisbury Wins Best Female Singer at Catholic Music Awards...

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Fewer than 100 tickets left for tonight's Miro Quartet concert! Get yours now before they're gone! music.utexas.edu/events/5174…
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Alumnus Isaac Thompson Named President and CEO of Minnesota Orchestra, Credits College of Fine Arts...

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In this podcast episode, we talk to Master's student Minoo Dixon about his recently composed piece, Balatro. Balatro recently won the National Band Association and Alfred Publishing Young Band Composition Contest and has been published by Alfred. youtu.be/AyzQIjWUEnQ

Podcast Episode: Minoo Dixon on composing Balatro

In this podcast episode, we talk to Master's student Minoo Dixon ab...

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Student jobs are now posted. Apply for a job for the upcoming school year. sites.utexas.edu/bsom/home/s…
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Congratulations to Ross Margitza on becoming a Steinway Artist. music.utexas.edu/news/steinw…
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In this week's episode, we talk to Ahana Bhat, vice president of the Longhorn Singers. Bhat discusses who the Longhorn Singers are, their history, how they navigated the COVID-19 pandemic, and their transition into the Butler School of Music. youtu.be/RHBxYUOxRJs
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