The Arts

Vocal Performance Students Take Top Honors in NATS Competition

A number of NYU students competed in the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) Eastern Region Student Auditions in Saratoga Springs in mid March. Everyone made it to the semi finals with a large number ranking top position in their category.

Helping Veterans Heal

Associate Professor Alisha Ali uses research-based evaluation to understand and improve the efficacy of a NYC-based trauma treatment program for veterans to re-conceptualize their world through Shakespeare’s verse.

Ana Flavia Subs on Wicked

Dr. Ana Zuim served as keyboard two sub for the tour of Wicked, adding this production to a long list of blockbuster musicals she has worked on during her career.

Steinhardt Piano Students Perform Monthly for Seniors

Early in 2022, the Steinhardt program in Piano Studies partnered with Sunrise East 56, an assisted living community on the upper east side, to bring live performances to seniors. Initiated by NYU Silver School alumna Alyssa Friedman, the program is a favorite among the residents.

Francis Washington discusses the importance of culturally affirming practices in Music Therapy

Francis Washington (MA ’23) discusses his approach to Music Therapy. He shares how his own experiences and personal identity shape his work and what he plans to do post graduation.

Music Business Alumnus Xavier Jernigan is the Voice of Spotify's DJ Feature

Spotify launched a new way to curate and listen to music – and it has an NYU Steinhardt voice. Xavier Jernigan (MA '04), Director and Head of Cultural Partnerships at Spotify, is also the voice of the recently launched DJ feature.

Jameel Arts & Health Lab to Measure the Impact of the Arts on Health

With emphasis on equity, the Lab aims to radically improve global health through arts-related research and advocacy to drive policy implementation across 193 UN member states.

Robert Honstein Awarded Prestigious Andrew Imbrie Award

The American Academy of Arts and Letters has awarded composer Robert Honstein (Program Director of Concert Composition) the prestigious Andrew Imbrie Award for his compositions. The award recognizes mid-career composers of great merit.

NYU Jazz Cast Series Features: Author Michael Wolff

The latest interview in The NYU Jazz Cast Series, produced by Dr. Dave Schroeder Music Professor of Jazz Studies, features author and jazz pianist Michael Wolff.

An Investment in the Future: 23 Steinway Pianos Arrive at the Paulson Center

The grand pianos, along with more than 70 new Yamaha uprights, elevate Steinhardt's music and performing arts programs.