Philip Smith, currently the principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic, will soon be moving South to join the faculty of the University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music. Smith has been named the William F. and Pamela P. Prokasy Professor in the Arts within the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, pending Board of Regents approval.

Congratulations to Hodgson School voice student Joseph Brent, who will be making his Carnegie Hall debut on November 6! Brent has been selected to perform in the Collegiate Chorale's upcoming performance of Mefistofele, where he will share the stage with a cast of singers from the Metropolitan Opera. For more information or to purchase tickets for the New York City performance, visit the Collegiate Chorale's website.

HHSOM alumna Kim Nogi is one of UGA's 40 Under 40! Read all about the great things she's been up to.

Please join TONIC, the Collegiate Chapter of the Music Teachers National Association, for an exciting program this Friday, August 23rd, at 1:25 PM in room 304.

Making your way as a musician: Home concerts, unique ensembles, and non-traditional performances

On July 31, WUGA debuted the pilot for its newest proposed series, Hodgson Center Stage.  Hosted by former Hugh Hodgson School of Music Director of Choral Activities Allen Crowell, the program takes an in-depth look at outstanding student musicians at the University of Georgia.

Episode One: Hodgson Center Stage - Joseph Brent, tenor

Episode Two: Hodgson Center Stage - William Keene, horn

Tuba professor David Zerkel gave the opening speech from yesterday's convocation speech. You can read the whole piece below.

• Georgia Brass Quintet

• Georgia Woodwind Quintet

Brass

• Bulldog Brass Society

• Horn Choir

• Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble

• Trombone Choir & Ensemble

• UGA Tuba-Euphonium Quartet