University of Tennessee Natalie L. Haslam College of Music

University of Tennessee Natalie L. Haslam College of Music Official page of the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Here, we are crafting the future of the music industry.

As the only College of Music in Tennessee and one of the few standalone music colleges in the nation, we’re shaping the sound of tomorrow. The University of Tennessee has a rich history of music, dating back to the 1860s when what is now known as the Pride of the Southland Marching Band began. From the Blues in Memphis, country music in Nashville, and folk in Appalachia - music is embedded in Tenn

essee's history and the economy. In a time when many institutions are dimming the spotlight on the arts, we proudly take center stage. As of July 1, 2023, UT's dedication to music soared with the transformation of our School of Music into the prestigious College of Music. As the flagship university of our state, we stand alone as the only College of Music in Tennessee and the Southeastern Conference, and one of the select few standalone music colleges nationwide among state universities. Our College offers a diverse range of professional concentrations, providing students with unparalleled opportunities to delve into music through the lenses of analysis, business, composition, conducting, education, musicology, performance, and technology. With over 200 performances and concerts annually, the melodies of UT Music continue to enrich the lives of our alumni, families, and supporters of the arts. Join us as we compose the soundtrack of tomorrow.

The Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is proud to announce that Professor Mehrenegar Rostami, teaching assistant profes...
06/02/2026

The Natalie L. Haslam College of Music is proud to announce that Professor Mehrenegar Rostami, teaching assistant professor of musicology, has been elected to the Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM) Council Advisory Board! 🎶

In her new role, Professor Rostami joins an elite group of international scholars shaping the strategic future of the discipline. From bringing global musical traditions into the classroom to helping fund vital doctoral fieldwork, her work is putting UT musicology on the global stage. 🌍

Click the link below to read the full story and learn how she’s connecting our students directly to the international music scene.

https://vist.ly/56c5g

Earlier this month at our Annual Awards Banquet, we gathered to celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make the ...
05/28/2026

Earlier this month at our Annual Awards Banquet, we gathered to celebrate the incredible faculty and staff who make the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music such a special place to learn and grow. Please join us in congratulating this year’s award recipients for their exceptional service and impact:

🏆 Keith Brown, Outstanding Teaching Award
🏆 Dale Disney, Outstanding Faculty Service Award
🏆 Vance Thompson, Outstanding Faculty Creative/Scholarly Achievement Award
🏆 Jenny Cross, Outstanding Staff Member Award

Thank you to all of our faculty and staff for the passion, creativity, and care you bring to the College each and every day.

How do you decode a musical blueprint from the Middle Ages? You use data. 📊🎶Huge congratulations to Professor Dale Disne...
05/26/2026

How do you decode a musical blueprint from the Middle Ages? You use data. 📊🎶

Huge congratulations to Professor Dale Disney, teaching assistant professor of musicology and director of online programs, for being selected for the 2026 AMS Summer Institute at NYU. Supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities, this intensive program explores how computational tools can revolutionize early music research.

Professor Disney will be diving into advanced tools like jSymbolic to analyze massive datasets of late medieval music, spotting hidden structural patterns traditional score-reading might miss.

Read more about Professor Disney's accomplishment: https://vist.ly/55idc

A class defined by excellence. 🎶✨As the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music celebrates the Class of 2026, 89% of graduate...
05/19/2026

A class defined by excellence. 🎶✨

As the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music celebrates the Class of 2026, 89% of graduates earned academic honors, showcasing the incredible work ethic, passion, and support system that make this community so special. These students have truly embodied what it means to be a Music Vol. 🍊

Congratulations to the Class of 2026. We cannot wait to see where your music takes you next.

Read more about the Class of 2026 and these honors distinctions: https://vist.ly/54qyu

05/13/2026

One word to describe Sherleen Mwaura’s time at UT: serendipitous. 🎓✨

While a “happy accident” brought her to the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music, everything that followed, from leadership roles to expanding radio programming, was fueled by pure vision and tenacity. As a first-generation student, Sherleen hasn’t just walked through open doors; she’s built them for others to follow.

We are so proud to celebrate Sherleen and the entire Class of 2026 as they step into the spotlight! 🎙️🧡

Read more about her journey at UT: https://music.utk.edu/creating-space-through-music-sherleen-mwauras-journey-at-ut/

Happy Saturday, Music Vols! 🎶 🍊ㅤWe want to take a moment to highlight some of our graduating seniors with a Senior Spotl...
05/09/2026

Happy Saturday, Music Vols! 🎶 🍊
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We want to take a moment to highlight some of our graduating seniors with a Senior Spotlight! We’re so proud of you all for all your accomplishments. 🎉 🎓
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Emma Woodward
Tristan Boh
Falynn Davis
Sherleen Mwaura
Preston Turner
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Due to popular demand, we are extending our Tennessee Middle School Band Camp registration deadline to 11:59 P.M. on Wed...
05/08/2026

Due to popular demand, we are extending our Tennessee Middle School Band Camp registration deadline to 11:59 P.M. on Wednesday, May 13th. We would be thrilled to welcome as many middle school musicians to Rocky Top as possible for this incredible event, led by our very own Director of Bands, John Zastoupil!

Scan the QR code to register, or visit: tiny.utk.edu/bandcamp2026

05/07/2026

The Next Movement: Class of 2026 🎓

From Memphis to the front of the stage, Stephen Arthur’s journey at UT has been defined by more than just talent. It’s been about finding a voice. As the principal cellist of the UT Symphony Orchestra, Stephen has become a cornerstone of the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music.

As he prepares to take his final bow this spring, we’re celebrating the mentorship and discipline that helped him turn a skill into a calling. 🎻✨

Read more about his journey at UT: https://music.utk.edu/finding-his-voice-stephen-arthurs-journey-at-ut/

The Natalie L. Haslam is proud to announce that Caleb DeLong has been named the recipient of the Presser Undergraduate S...
05/05/2026

The Natalie L. Haslam is proud to announce that Caleb DeLong has been named the recipient of the Presser Undergraduate Scholarship Award. 🎉 🎶

This achievement not only reflects Caleb's commitment to his craft but also the culture of innovation, discipline, and leadership that defines the UT Music experience.

Read the full story at: https://vist.ly/533gq

Last Tuesday, we gathered to honor the accomplishments of our talented students throughout the academic year at our bian...
05/04/2026

Last Tuesday, we gathered to honor the accomplishments of our talented students throughout the academic year at our biannual Convocation. Our outstanding graduating undergraduate and graduate students were recognized, next year's Student Ambassadors were announced, and many more awardees were honored. Congratulations to the exceptional Class of Music Vols - we are so proud of you!

🔗 Read more: https://vist.ly/42y6i

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1741 Volunteer Boulevard
Knoxville, TN
37996

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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