The School of Music at the University of Illinois is pleased to announce that six accomplished performers, teachers, and music educators will join its distinguished faculty in fall 2022. Each of these faculty members was hired after national or international searches led by faculty committees.

The Experiential Orchestra, conducted by James Blachly (MM Orchestra Conducting, 2013), has earned its first Grammy award.

Cameron May, MM 2018, has been appointed to lead the Student Orchestras of Greater Olympia (SOGO), Washington, beginning with the 2018-19 season. In his new position, Mr. May will serve as Music Director and Conductor of the Conservatory Orchestra.

Take Magazine, an arts and culture publication serving New England, profiles UI Alumnus and International Maestro of Mystery.