Teenager's Gift Helps Young Singer Pursue Her Passion
Emma McDaniel, 16, has taken piano lessons at the academy for eight years. Some in Spartanburg may recognize her from her philanthropic efforts. At age …
Music Performance
Join Converse for the Festival of Lessons & Carols Dec. 4
Converse College and the Upstate community will enjoy a beautiful holiday tradition when the annual student-led Festival of Lessons & Carols is held in Twichell …
Moseley Chamber Music Series Opens Sept. 22 with Wael Farouk
Egyptian phenomenon Wael Farouk, who earned not only a Master in Music but also a robust following during his time at Converse College, returns to …
Violinist Performs with Itzhak Perlman, Becomes Youngest Principal with SPO
Violinist Mallory Hayes’ accomplishments read like those of a more experienced musician. She’s been a regional finalist of the Music Teacher’s National Association competition and …
A Heart for Survival: Opera Professor's New Role as Advocate
“November 1, 2010…. the day started like any other at that time in my life. However, by 7:50 a.m., my life was changed forever.” The …
Converse Partners with Greenville Health System on Music Therapy Program
Converse and Greenville Health System’s Center for Integrative Oncology & Survivorship are partnering to bring music therapy to the Upstate community. The new program at …
Guest Lecturer to Share Insights on Music, Language, and the Brain
Dr. Ani Patel, psychology professor at Tufts University, will present a public lecture and sign his book, Music, Language, and the Brain, on Thursday, March …
Converse Presents Two One-Act Operas with Modern Twist
Not an “Opera Buff”? This opera production just may be your thing! From crime family rivalry in a 1920’s Speakeasy to the hilarious antics of …
My Summer at the Masterworks Festival for the Christian Performing Artist
Senior Emma Ostapeck, a clarinet player and Music Education major, shares her experience uniting musicianship with faith in the summer of 2013. Tell us a …