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  • Kennesaw State University Director of Choral Activities Selected as Conducting Fellow for International Exchange

    Kennesaw State University Director of Choral Activities Selected as Conducting Fellow for International Exchange

    October 09, 2026

    Dr. Ryan Fellman, director of choral activities at Kennesaw State University's Bailey School of Music, has been selected as one of six American conductors to participate in the International Conductors Exchange Programme (ICEP) with New Zealand.

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    KSU Symphony Orchestra Continues GMEA Success with 2027 Performance Invitation

    October 07, 2026

    The Bailey School of Music is proud to announce that the Kennesaw State University Symphony Orchestra has been selected to perform at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) Annual In-Service Conference in 2027. The invitation is a significant honor for the university's music program and recognizes the ensemble's exceptional artistry and achievement.

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  • Bailey School of Music Hosts Georgia ACDA Conference for Third Consecutive Year

    Bailey School of Music Hosts Georgia ACDA Conference for Third Consecutive Year

    October 04, 2026

    The Bailey School of Music (BSOM) at Kennesaw State University (KSU) welcomed choral educators, conductors and students from across the state and beyond Oct. 2-3 for the Georgia chapter of the American Choral Directors Association (GA-ACDA) conference.

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  • Emmet Cohen looks up at camera while surrounded by keyboards

    Emmet Cohen Brings Jazz's Living Tradition to the Bailey School of Music

    September 14, 2026

    On Saturday, Oct. 3, Cohen will bring that conversation to Kennesaw State University’s Bailey Performance Center for an ArtsKSU professional series presentation in Morgan Concert Hall. He will also spend time with KSU students through masterclasses, creating an opportunity for young musicians to encounter not simply a celebrated performer, but an artist deeply invested in how jazz is learned, shared and carried forward.

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  • an actress portrays a tribal god on the cover of the arts season brochure

    ArtsKSU 2026-27 Season Launches with World Premiers

    August 01, 2026

    The 2026-27 season features more than 100 performances, exhibitions and special events led by internationally recognized guest artists, acclaimed faculty and the next generation of creative leaders. Audiences can experience Broadway's Into the Woods, the Department of Theatre & Performance Studies' milestone 30th Anniversary Season, world premiere dance works created through the Pomare-Conner Residency and other features from the Department of Dance, internationally celebrated guest artists including Emmet Cohen, Third Coast Percussion, Boston Brass and RUBBERBAND, inspiring exhibitions at the Bernard A. Zuckerman Museum of Art, and performances from the nationally recognized Bailey School of Music.

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  • Ryan Fellman Named Director of Choral Activities at Kennesaw State University

    Ryan Fellman Named Director of Choral Activities at Kennesaw State University

    May 01, 2026

    Kennesaw State University’s Bailey School of Music has announced the appointment of Ryan Fellman as Director of Choral Activities, following his service in the interim role over the past two years.

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  • Bailey School of Music Presents Annual Collage Concert, a Showcase of Exceptional Talent and Artistic Range

    Bailey School of Music Presents Annual Collage Concert, a Showcase of Exceptional Talent and Artistic Range

    March 10, 2026

    The Bailey School of Music at Kennesaw State University will present its annual Collage Concert, a signature event that unites the full spectrum of BSOM performers in a continuous and immersive evening of music. Known for its fast-paced format and carefully coordinated staging, Collage highlights the depth, versatility, and collaborative spirit of the Bailey School of Music. It also plays a vital role in supporting student scholarships, with all funds raised helping BSOM students pursue their artistic and academic goals.

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  • Bailey School of Music Welcomes Renowned Composer Tom Cipullo for Two Day Residency

    Bailey School of Music Welcomes Renowned Composer Tom Cipullo for Two Day Residency

    March 05, 2026

    The Bailey School of Music at Kennesaw State University will welcome acclaimed American composer Tom Cipullo for a two day residency on March 23–24. The visit will provide students with the opportunity to learn directly from one of the most respected composers of contemporary vocal music. Cipullo’s operas and songs are performed throughout the United States and internationally, and his honors include a Guggenheim Fellowship and the Arts and Letters Award from the American Academy of Arts and Letters.

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  • Kronos Quartet brings boundary-breaking music to KSU

    Kronos Quartet brings boundary-breaking music to KSU

    February 09, 2026

    The Kennesaw State University Bailey School of Music is honored to welcome the internationally renowned Kronos Quartet to Morgan Concert Hall on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, at 8 p.m. As one of the most influential ensembles of the modern era, Kronos brings five decades of groundbreaking artistry to the Bailey Performance Center stage.

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    Bailey School of Music Announces Music Therapy Concentration to Meet Evolving Needs of Students and the Arts Industry

    January 13, 2026

    Kennesaw State University’s Bailey School of Music, housed within the Geer College of the Arts, has announced a series of curriculum enhancements designed to strengthen academic offerings, expand career pathways and meet rising demands for specialized training in the performing arts.

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