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Young musicians find their sound at School of Performing Arts summer camps , articleThe camps gave young musicians opportunities to try new instruments, build their skills, and discover a lasting connection to music and the arts.
Date: Oct 05, 2026 - -
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Award-winning Isidore String Quartet brings music of striking contrasts to the Center for the Arts , articleThe internationally acclaimed young ensemble makes its Blacksburg debut on Friday, Sept. 25, with a program of four distinctive works spanning a century of chamber music.
Date: Sep 01, 2026 - -
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The School of Performing Arts announces its fall season of music, theatre, and cinema , articleThe season offers a wide range of performances for the campus and community, including classical concerts, contemporary comedies, and a film festival.
Date: Aug 28, 2026 - -
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Experts illuminate Dolly Parton’s legacy , articleThe world mourns the passing of country singer and pop culture icon Dolly Parton, whose appeal transcended genres and whose music, entrepreneurial savvy, and philanthropy has inspired multiple generations. Virginia Tech experts shared insights into the enormously consequential legacy she leaves behind.
Date: Aug 26, 2026 - -
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Materials science meets bluegrass: A day in the life , videoFrom mechanical engineering at Clemson to graduate school at Virginia Tech, making a big transition isn't easy. Join Jason Birsic, a first-year graduate student in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering, as he takes you through a packed day in his life. Watch as he dives into cutting-edge additive friction stir deposition (AFSD) research with the Yu Research Group, tackles complex coding problems in class, and wraps up the day jamming with his local bluegrass band. Interested in materials science and engineering? Learn more here: https://go.vt.edu/uq2vm
Date: Jul 10, 2026 - -
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Students earn prizes at annual Yee Memorial Prize Composition Competition , articleSean O’Brien, Adrian “AJ” Fucito, and Nathan Sprouse took top honors at the annual event designed to encourage creative expression across disciplines.
Date: Jun 22, 2026 - -
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New artificial intelligence minor launches this fall , articleThe interdisciplinary minor will give students in every major the opportunity to build artificial intelligence skills, explore ethical impacts, and use that information in fields ranging from business and public policy to music and filmmaking.
Date: Jun 14, 2026 - -
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Summer Arts Festival 2026 offers free performances and events , articlePresented by the School of Performing Arts and the Town of Blacksburg, the festival features music, theatre, film, and interactive arts experiences that highlight regional talent and foster community connection.
Date: May 26, 2026 - -
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Project will reimagine 'One Thousand and One Nights' through immersive storytelling , articleThe team has been deep in production – developing generative video content, refining visual narratives, and composing immersive soundscapes. The experience is designed for the Cube at the Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech, where audiences will move through the story rather than simply observe it.
Date: Apr 30, 2026 - -
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New Music + Technology Festival brings large collaborations and immersive experiences to Blacksburg , articleThe festival’s upcoming 10th iteration brings together student, faculty, and guest artist performers for a series of concerts notable for their use of large-scale collaboration and space.
Date: Mar 12, 2026 - -
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Expert discusses the musical traditions showcased in ‘Sinners’ , articleRyan Cooglar’s horror film SINNERS, a box office sensation in 2025, has received 16 Academy Award nominations, the most for any movie in cinema history. Patrick Salmons, whose research focuses on the intersections of music, history, race, and class relations, discusses how the movie uses music and metaphors to comment on issues of racism in America.
Date: Feb 17, 2026 - -
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Marching to the beat of new drums , articleA wave of Giving Day generosity supplied the Marching Virginians’ drumline with new instruments, strengthening a tradition cherished by students and alumni alike.
Date: Feb 10, 2026 - -
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‘We are The Spirit of Tech’: Game day with The Marching Virginians , videoWhat’s it like to be a part of the Marching Virginians? To step out of the tunnel and onto the field at Lane Stadium knowing, at that moment, you are the living, breathing embodiment of Hokie spirit? It’s a feeling like no other—a heady mix of empowerment, electricity, and excitement, grounded in pride, connection, and the countless hours it took to get there. Go behind the scenes for an all-access look at The Marching Virginian’s game day experience, from warm-ups and rehearsals to donning uniforms and marching to the stadium. Hear from seniors who have taken their last March to Victory about what it has meant to be part of a family that has given them so much. Come along and see why “It’s a very special experience to be a part of the MVs.” Video by: Evan Musgrave for Virginia Tech
Date: Jan 30, 2026 - -
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A new spin on ADHD treatment , articleResearchers are studying how DJing and hip-hop music production could help improve ADHD symptoms in young adults through creative, non-drug therapy.
Date: Jan 28, 2026 - -
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‘Curious Conversations’ podcast: Ariana Wyatt talks about the history of Christmas music , articleWyatt explains the evolution of Christmas music, from its origins in early Christian hymns to its transformation into a commercialized genre in the 20th century.
Date: Dec 08, 2025 - -
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Music expert shares the appealing history of Christmas carols , articleAs a pop culture phenomenon, Christmas music is ubiquitous. Though the history of Christmas carols spans almost 2,000 years, the progression of these songs took some interesting turns through the centuries, as Ariana Wyatt explains. Wyatt is a professor of voice with the Virginia Tech College of Architecture, Arts, and Design.
Date: Dec 05, 2025 - -
Video ItemVirginia Tech Honor Orchestra and Choir Festival: Talent meets opportunity , video
Discover how Virginia Tech brings together the best young musicians from across Virginia for two days of learning, performing, and exploring college life. Watch their journey from rehearsal to an unforgettable concert.
Date: Dec 01, 2025 - -
Video ItemMining and Minerals Engineering: A day in the life , video
Follow Mitchell Dreffer, a senior in the Department of Mining and Minerals Engineering at Virginia Tech, through a day in his life. He goes to classes focusing on safety and sustainability in mining, works on designing a mine from concept to completion in his capstone project, as well as leads the Marching Virginians as a drum major. After graduating, Mitchell will work for Austin Powder as a technical representative and hopes to manage a team of engineers one day. Interested in Mining and Minerals Engineering? See more here: https://www.mining.vt.edu/
Date: Dec 01, 2025 - -
Video ItemStudents learn the art of scratching from DJ Zo , video
Virginia Tech's Digging in the Crates hosts a workshop for students led by alum DJ Zo (Alessandro Manno '07). Students learn how to use DJ'ing equipment and discuss Manno's career in the music production industry.
Date: Oct 29, 2025 - -
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New Music + Technology Festival pushes the boundaries of musical performances , videoThe Virginia Tech New Music + Technology Festival is a multi-day festival presented biannually celebrating experimentalism, new music, performance, multimedia, and interdisciplinary research at the cutting edge of what is possible.
Date: Oct 20, 2025 -
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