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Image: Collin Felter. Photo by Sam Simpkins.

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Collin Felter Unifies Conflicting Modes of Music

March 6, 2026

Medici Circle Scholar Collin Felter and his latest project, Felterman’s Deli

Image: Irene Messoloras. Photo by Jeanine Hill.

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Voices Heard Round the World

March 3, 2026

Conductor and Department of Music Professor Irene Messoloras creates community around excellence

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The Art of Opportunity

March 2, 2026

Through two paid internship programs, the office of Access & Engagement uses the arts as a catalyst for developing creative career pathways for students

Diverse group of adults and children stand on a theater stage holding hands and raising their arms together, smiling in celebration under soft stage lighting.

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UC Irvine Launches Certificate in Teaching Artistry to Prepare Artists for Expanding Education Careers

February 14, 2026

The new program aims to support the growing demand from arts organizations, schools and community partners

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John Forsyte, president and CEO of the Pacific Symphony, champions music education across Orange County, including UC Irvine’s Side-by-Side rehearsal series. He is a member of the Claire Trevor Society and UC Irvine’s Chief Executive Roundtable.

Image: Katherine Yang giving opening remarks for the Philharmonic Society's Orange County Youth Symphony and String Ensemble Fall Concert in November 2024 at Soka Performing Arts Center. Photo by Paul Cressey.

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Anteaters in the Arts

February 3, 2026

From innovative community theaters to world-class concert venues, Orange County is home to a vibrant arts community — powered, in no small part, by UC Irvine Claire Trevor School of the Arts alumni