Hugh A. Glauser School of Music

IN A FLASH: Songs of the Season
The Â鶹´«Ã½ Chorale set the tone for the season with their annual Holiday Choral Collage in late November.

IN A FLASH: Joyous Voices
Cartwright Hall was filled with the voices of the Â鶹´«Ã½ Gospel Choir in a performance earlier this month.

From Student to Mentor: A Passionate Journey in Music Education
Montana (Hollis) Fassnacht’s path from student to educator highlights the transformative power of passion and commitment.

From the Gaming Console to the Classical Stage
Who would have guessed that one of the only orchestras in the country completely focused on video game music was founded right here in Northeast Ohio by two Golden Flashes?

IN A FLASH: High School Brass
Local high school student musicians came to Kent State to rehearse and perform with the Flasher Brass Pep Band.

Student Composers Shine in Concert
Â鶹´«Ã½ student composers had the opportunity to have their works performed in concert by the university’s orchestra.

IN A FLASH: Strike Up the (All-Star) Band!
Students from area high schools came to campus for the Kent State All-Star Band weekend.

IN A FLASH: Scenes of Life at the Kent State Opera Theatre
The Kent State Opera Theatre's Fall 2023 concert explored themes of love in all its forms.

IN A FLASH: Leading the March
In an afternoon performance, the sounds of The Â鶹´«Ã½ Orchestra resounded within Cartwright Hall.

The Flash With a Golden Voice
Jazz singer-songwriter Ava Preston is making waves in the music scene. Recently, she performed at the prestigious 2023 Monterey Jazz Festival in California, and was recognized as a 2023 YoungArts Finalist and Silver Award Winner for Jazz-Voice. She's also a Golden Flash.