Women’s History Month is a time to celebrate the extraordinary contributions women have made throughout history. In the world of classical music, this celebration extends far beyond the stage, recognizing the immense impact women have had on every aspect of this...
The Ruth P. Cogen Competition was established by the Board of Trustees of Levine Music in 1983 to honor Ruth Cogen, one of the school’s founders and its first chair of the Board of Trustees. The 2024 Competition took place on Sunday, February 18, 2024. Each...
Inaugurated in 2020, the Irena Orlov Memorial Piano Competition for Adult Students remembers and celebrates our beloved friend and faculty member, Irena Orlov. For over 30 years, Irena was a pillar of the piano department and Levine. During her remarkable career, she...
In honor of the 2024 Black History Month theme, African Americans and the Arts, Levine faculty member Johnny Walker shared his playlist of composers whose music he is excited to revisit, listen to, and play. Read on to learn more about these remarkable artists and...
Every February, we celebrate Black History Month by highlighting the achievements and resilience of Black people. As music students and music educators, it’s more than a celebration—it’s an opportunity to learn about the many Black artists who have shaped the...
Levine is pleased to welcome oboist Toyin Spellman-Diaz as a member of our Council of Advisors. A former Levine student, Toyin has been performing with Imani Winds since the group’s founding in 1997. She currently teaches at NYU Steinhardt School of Music,...
Setting Music Learning Goals for the New Year The start of a new year is the perfect time for musicians of all experience levels to set learning goals. Setting New Year goals can significantly enhance your learning experience and provide direction and purpose to your...
Levine Presents: Living ComposersSaturday, January 27, 20247 PMDC Campus: NW + Online The 9th Street QuartetMatt Richardson, violinJennifer Wade, violinLiz O’Hara, violaAndrew Rammon, cello Tickets The string quartet has been a favorite of composers and music...
Levine Music is honored to welcome Cherine Foty, Senior Associate in International Arbitration at Covington & Burling LLP, and anti-money laundering expert Alexander Georgieff to its Board of Trustees. Cherine Foty Levine Music alumna Cherine Foty is a...
If you’re considering music classes for your child, or if you’re interested in music education in general, you’ve more than likely heard of the Suzuki method. It’s a well-known, tried-and-true method of music education used around the world. But what exactly does it...