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The TCU Opera Studio is proud to present “Anam the Witch and Beatriz the Beautiful,” a new bilingual children’s opera inspired by a Mexican folk tale akin to “Hansel & Gretel.” With vibrant costumes, compelling characters and a richly designed set, the opera not only enchants but also highlights Latin culture, bringing its traditions to the forefront of music education.

The 45th PianoTexas International Festival & Academy, hosted by TCU’s School of Music, is set to deliver an unforgettable experience this summer. The festival entered an exciting new phase — choosing the exceptional pianists who will take the stage at this prestigious event.

The TCU School of Music is proud to host the 2025 College Band Director’s National Association Conference, organized by Bobby Francis, director of bands and professor of conducting. This prestigious conference is one of the premier national performance invitations for collegiate wind bands.

The TCU School of Music is honored to host the National Trumpet Competition, a premier event that showcases emerging talent and provides invaluable educational experiences. This prestigious gathering brings together musicians from high school to the graduate level, along with world-class trumpet performers and faculty from around the globe.

Thanks to a remarkable discovery by TCU Police Officer George Steen, we are reminded of the legacy of William J. Marsh—a former choral director and professor of organ, composition and theory at the School of Music from the 1930s to 1940s.

This extraordinary collection showcases Fantasies for Bass Viol by Baroque composer Georg Philipp Telemann—the only known solo works by a major Baroque composer that perfectly complement the modern viola’s range and tonal qualities.