Beginning Nov. 30, GRAMMY-nominated composer, producer, and trumpeter Russell Gunn will perform with Columbia’s jazz, fusion, and Latin ensembles at the historic Jazz Showcase.
For the second year in a row, “The Hollywood Reporter” ranks Columbia College Chicago's graduate program in Music No. 1.
As hip hop turns 50, we look at Columbia’s connections to the cultural phenomena that has impacted music, dance, fashion, art, film, and so much more.
Columbia College Chicago, in partnership with award-winning actress and playwright Regina Taylor, launched a community-based project series called Black Album Mixtape.
A summary of upcoming public events at Columbia College Chicago.
Six students win scholarships thanks to arts criticism and songwriting competitions, earning them spots on the popular podcast hosted by Associate Professor Jim DeRogatis and fellow music critic Greg Kot.
Internationally renowned conductor, composer, and master arranger Cliff Colnot will be on campus conducting the Music Department’s New Music Ensemble in open rehearsals on April 26, May 1, and May 3.
Columbia College Chicago Alum D’Zhari Bolden ’17 describes her experiences working with two of music’s biggest superstars and her passion for making music that makes people feel good.
Columbia College Chicago hosts high school, community college students for music festival that celebrates numerous genres
A love of music leads to a life-changing career shift for Ellen Winters Reynolds, an adjunct faculty member at Columbia College Chicago.
The Fresh Connect festival at Columbia College Chicago celebrated the school and city’s rich hip-hop history for the sixth year
Noted for his eclectic style, Allen-Toole — who earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Columbia College Chicago — wrote the music for the neo-western film “God’s Country.”
“When you do what you love, it doesn’t feel like work,” says Allen.
Having toured with numerous artists, including Harry Styles and Tony Allen, Alum Parris Fleming ‘14 knows how to play the trumpet and much more. He recently shared his lessons learned with Columbia students.
Adjunct Music Professor Jonita Lattimore sang "Donde lieta" from Puccini's La Boheme on Backstory with Larry Potash.
Renowned keyboardist Morris Hayes will perform at the Columbia Music Center Concert Hall on Friday, November 18.
Scott Hall, professor and coordinator of contemporary musicianship and jazz at Columbia, reflects on his collaborations with Ramsey Lewis and the legacy Lewis leaves behind.
Making bold choices in music transformed Cassity’s life. Here’s how.
Typhanie Monique Coller knows firsthand how passion and drive can take projects from humble beginnings to the world stage.
On March 4, local college and high school ensembles gathered at Columbia College Chicago to celebrate and cultivate their unique musical talents.
Columbia alums were honored for their work during the 53rd annual NAACP Image Awards.
GRAMMY-nominated vocalist and Columbia instructor G. Thomas Allen builds student skill and fosters the growth of community.