In this week's podcast episode, we talk to composition professor Russell Podgorsek about his new piece, Invisible Women. This composition explores the lived experiences of the five women who make up the vocal group VAMP. Invisible Women will have its world premiere on Saturday, the 23rd, at 7:00 PM, and Sunday, the 24th, at 3:00 PM in Austin.

Tickets are available at https://www.vampvocals.com/.

In this episode, Nathan Cutietta sits down with Rainwater Grant winner Selina Xu as she shares the inspiration and details behind her Shanghai Jazz Project. This unique initiative revives the vibrant jazz scene of 1920s–1940s Shanghai, a golden era of music that faded with the rise of communism and the banning of Western influences.

🎶 Concert Details

Date: Sunday, November 17, 2024
Time: 5:00 PM
Location: Butler School of Music, Room 2.114 (Band Room)
Extras: Enjoy Chinese refreshments after the performance.

In this episode, Nathan Cutietta sits down with undergraduate senior Kevin Charoensri as he talks about what it's like to be a composer. Kevin discusses conducting and composing for his high school band while still in middle school, as well as what it's like to teach graduate students at graduate symposiums as an undergrad. He also shares his experience of having his piece selected to be performed by The President's Own Marine Band.

In this episode, Nathan Cutietta talks to Professor of Jazz Studies Mike Sailors. He discusses his new album, teaching improvisation, how he fell in love with the trumpet, and advice for young people looking to get into jazz trumpet.

In this episode, Nathan Cutietta sits down with senior music education major Kendall Weaver who shares what it is like to be a Butler music student, everything from getting in, the transition from high school, and even a first orchestra rehearsal, Kendall has advice on navigating it all.

Did you know we have a dedicated mental health professional in the College of Fine Arts right here? In this video, Niki Luibrand explains her role and how to seek mental health support for you or someone else.

Counseling & Mental Health Center:
https://healthyhorns.utexas.edu/cmhc/

Longhorn Wellness Center:
https://healthyhorns.utexas.edu/lwc/i...

Behavior Concerns and Advice Line:
https://bcal.utexas.edu

24/7 Crisis Line (available nights, weekends, and during semester breaks and holidays): 512-471-2255

TimelyCare (virtual mental health and wellbeing platform available to UT students):
https://healthyhorns.utexas.edu/cmhc/...

Mind-Body Labs:
https://healthyhorns.utexas.edu/cmhc/...

UT Austin Nap Map & Other Wellness Resources:
https://www.healthyhorns.utexas.edu/l...

The 2024 University of Texas Choirs's Big Sing is just 4 days away. In this week's podcast episode, we sit down with J.D. Burnett to talk about all that is the 2024 Longhorn Big Sing.

In this episode, Nathan Cutietta interviews Kristin Wolfe Jensen about her book "The Breathing Book for Bassoon". She discusses this and healthy habits that all musicians can use to stay safe.