May 25, 2022 | Student Spotlight
Today we are shining a spotlight on harp student Greta Richardson, who was nominated by her instructor of 10 years, Carolyn Kuban. Please tell us about your music lesson history with the Center for Musical Arts. Greta: I have distant but fun memories of doing several... 
Mar 4, 2022 | Blog, Lindsie Katz, Student Spotlight
We love getting to know Center for Musical Arts students! In this video, Center faculty member Lindsie Katz interviews student and jazz musician Lynn Schwankl. Center for Musical Arts: Hi everyone. My name is Lindsie Katz, and I’m one of the violin and viola... 
Dec 2, 2021 | Blog, Lindsie Katz, Student Spotlight
Lindsie Katz, Violinist As one of our long-time students at the Center for Musical Arts, Colin Lockridge has made quite an impact over the years as he has blossomed into a wonderful pianist and composer. He has been studying under one of the Center’s faculty members,... 
Oct 11, 2021 | Blog, Student Spotlight
The Center for Musical Arts is proud of all of its students! Matthew studies piano with Nancy McNeill. Begin your own musical journey on our Lessons page, and watch or read our interview with Matthew below. Center for Musical Arts: Okay. What is your name? Matthew:... 
Aug 30, 2021 | Blog, Student Spotlight
Thank you to the Stalker family for sending us this wonderful video about oboe student Henry Stalker’s experience at the Center for Musical Arts! Henry Stalker: Hi, my name is Henry Stalker and I play the oboe. I’ve been playing the oboe now for three years at... 
Aug 26, 2021 | 25th Anniversary, Blog, Student Spotlight
(photo: the USAF Heartland of America Band with trumpet player Stephen Spink at center) Practically from the beginning, the Spink family has been a part of the Center for Musical Arts. James and Leslie Spink have been enthusiastic donors and supporters, and both of... 
Apr 12, 2021 | 25th Anniversary, Blog, Student Spotlight
(photo: Kodak Quartet, with violist Daniel Spink at right) Practically from the beginning, the Spink family has been a part of the Center for Musical Arts. James and Leslie Spink have been enthusiastic donors and supporters, and both of their sons, Stephen and Daniel,... 
Dec 22, 2020 | Blog, Student Spotlight
(image: Youth Seminar student Annika Ekrem) During our 2020 Youth Seminar, we connected with a participating clarinetist named Annika Ekrem. Annika is a college student studying chemistry, but music plays a critical role in her life too. Learn about how this bright... 
Nov 12, 2019 | Blog, Features, Student Spotlight
Meet Ann Girard (front left in the photo), a Center for Musical Arts student since fall 2018. Ann is currently enrolled in Broadway Boomers, Jazz for Singers, and oboe lessons. The oboe “chose” Ann shortly after she retired from a very busy business that she built... 