Great Things are Happening in OC’s College of Liberal Arts

Find a collection of College of Liberal Arts Fine and Performing Arts stories from the Fall of 2024 here. 

Communication Professor Larry Jurney honored by the OC Jazz Band

In honor of former longtime Communication professor Larry Jurney, the OC Jazz Band will perform “Incredible Jurney” at OC’s Grand Concert this Sunday, Sept. 29 in Baugh Auditorium. Jurney, who passed away this summer, was a fan of the Jazz Band and enjoyed watching them perform. Thank you to the Jazz Band for honoring Jurney in this incredible way.

Professor of Music Heath Jones performed at First Week Follies

OC Professor of Music Heath Jones brought jazz to the stage at First Week Follies through the sound of his saxophone! In his two acts, he performed alongside Associate Professor of Art and Design Amy Beauchamp and Director of Career Services Charlotte Hamil. We are blessed by our talented faculty, both inside and outside the classroom!

Music alumna Amelia Hamrick performed a hidden musical score found in a centuries-old song

OC Music alumna Amelia Hamrick surprised many when, years ago as a student at OC, she performed a hidden musical score in Hieronymus Bosch’s “The Garden of Earthly Delights.” Her performance of the centuries-old melody went viral, even landing her a spot on CNN. Learn more from Art Today magazine as they revisit Hamrick’s discovery from 10 years ago: http://tinyurl.com/OCMusicArt

OC Chorale had a special performance in Waukomis, OK, in spring 2024

Last semester, the OC Chorale spent a special day in Waukomis, OK, performing at Buffalo Junction thanks to the generosity of our Friends of Music, including Legacy Donors Richard and Mo Anderson. Led by Maestro Milton Pullen, the Chorale performed a beautiful composition, “I’m Ready to Go Home,” by OC Music Composition student Jason Coon. OC is grateful for the support that made this possible! Enjoy the performance at http://tinyurl.com/waukomis.