Clemson University was proud of its doctoral student. It was 2017, and the university announced the achievement with fanfare: A.D. Carson had produced an original piece of music as his dissertation and successfully defended it to receive a Ph.D. Carson went on to receive tenure in the University of Virginia’s music department. At UVA, he’s continued to compose original music, do research, and teach students to write music.
Recently, contemporary folk artists have seen a surge in their streaming numbers, with artists who turn to the acoustic sounds and authentic lyrics rocketing to the top of the charts.
During his career, D’earth taught thousands of students, many of whom became professional jazz musicians and have recorded music with D’earth.
Why aren’t we listening to more love songs?
The College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences celebrated the promotions of 151 faculty members to higher ranks among our tenured and academic general faculty with a Sept. 17 reception at UVA’s Colonnade Club in Pavilion VII on the Lawn.
When asked how he balances what a colleague once described as “the preposterous level of activity” in his life, trumpeter John D’earth simply laughed.
Whether you’re a University of Virginia student looking for a study break or a community member eager to soak in some soothing sounds, Charlottesville has a live music lineup sure to elevate your spirit.
In less than a week, Andy Stepanian and Chase Heard will trek from Texas to their beloved University of Virginia to reveal the latest line from their successful apparel company.
If you are interested in immersing yourself within the flourishing live arts scene in Charlottesville, read on for a crash course in getting the most out of the local happenings in live music.
The new club closes a gap in the University music scene, creating a space to appreciate the previously neglected art of music production.
At the beginning of each academic year, the University community has the opportunity to participate in an emergent part of the on-Grounds arts scene — the U.Va. Arts Welcome Picnic.
Here, bluegrass, country and blues fans come together to jam, perform and participate in events throughout the semester geared toward a traditional style of music with which University students might not be familiar.
