On October 17, 2024, the Music Business Management class hosted a special guest lecture from Pavel Bazdyrev, co-founder of Soyuz Microphones. Held in CC302, under the leadership of Prof. Thomas Alexander Stein, students heard first-hand how Bazdyrev transformed his vision into a global brand, blending Russian heritage with modern audio engineering. Accompanying him was Grigorii Karetnikov, Proj...

On October 17, 2024, UIC Music Department hosted a distinguished piano masterclass led by acclaimed pianist and Steinway Artist Dr. Yoonie Han at the Performance Theatre. This event provided an exceptional opportunity for students and music enthusiasts to engage with a pianist of outstanding artistry. Dr. Han, Recognized for her "flowing tones, poetic phrasing, and heavenly singing melodies" (C...

On October 11, 2024, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences at UIC hosted lunchtime research sharing session in Room 301 of the T2 Building. Associate Professor Jie Wang from the Music Department of the School of Culture and Creativity delivered a presentation titled "The Power of Theatre: An Imaginative Approach to Teaching." The event brought together over 30 faculty members from vario...

Date: October 8, 2024  Location: CC105On October 8th, a landmark event unfolded at UIC as President Chen observed the orchestra rehearsal, symbolizing a key milestone in the university’s ongoing commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement. Held in CC105, this special occasion was elevated by the distinguished presence of President Chen, whose participation underscored the critic...

The Music Department hosted a captivating Piano Masterclass on September 20, 2024, featuring the esteemed pianist and educator, Professor Zidong Zhou. Students, faculty, and music enthusiasts gathered at CC129 to witness a three-hour session filled with profound musical insights, technical mastery, and inspirational guidance.Professor Zidong Zhou, an Associate Professor of Piano at Wuhan Conser...

On the afternoon of September 18, 2024, at the special invitation of the Music Department of the School of Culture and Creativity, Associate Professor Yang Jia from the Shanghai Theatre Academy delivered an engaging lecture titled “The Magic of Voice Workshop” at CC129 of the School.    Yang Jia is the head of the Opera and Musical Theatre program at the Shanghai Theatre Academy. With extensi...

On the evening of September 13, the Music Department hosted a lively and inspiring Open Mic Night in CC105. The event was a testament to the department’s dedication to fostering creativity and enthusiasm, encouraging students to freely express themselves on stage.The night began with an energetic performance by a resident band from the iMusic club, instantly energizing the audience and setting...

On September 11, 2024, the Music Department hosted its annual Orientation Event to warmly welcome first-year students to the department. The event took place at CC105, where students gathered to meet faculty members and fellow students in an engaging and relaxed atmosphere.The event began with heartfelt speeches from Prof. Thomas Alexander STEIN, Head of the Music Department. He expressed his e...