Photo by Natalie Cash Lawrence’s five-year double-degree program has been very rewarding for senior Renae Tuschner. Currently in her fourth year of the program, Tuschner is studying Bassoon Performance, Psychology and Neuroscience. “I actually found Lawrence through an internship opportunity that I had in high school. I was in a youth orchestra—my boss there…
Artist Spotlight: Maddy Brotherton
Photo by Natalie Cash Taking classes in both the college and conservatory has shaped senior Maddy Brotherton’s musical career at Lawrence University. Coming from a musical background with notable family member musicians and having played violin for over 16 years, Brotherton has seen more intersection and connection between her Violin Performance major and Russian minor…
Artist Spotlight: Ilan Blanck
Photo by Veronica Bella When asked what inspiration he has found from being a musician, supersenior Ilan Blanck stated, “Oh my gosh, everything!” As a double major in classical guitar performance and music composition, Blanck has experience playing in over 10 campus bands as well as almost every large ensemble at Lawrence. “Through music I’ve…
Artist Spotlight: Cael Neary
For senior and studio art major Cael Neary, art is a way to express how we feel and discuss topics that may be uncomfortable to discuss when using words. Currently, they are working on large-scale graphic art and focusing on a consistent style that is also recognizable. In keeping a strict color palette of pink,…
Artist Spotlight: Abigail kosberg
Every year, Lawrence hosts the Senior Arts Majors Exhibition in the Wriston Art Center to showcase artwork and projects by senior studio art majors. This year the exhibition will be from May 27 through June 3 in the Leech, Hoffmaster and Kohler Galleries. Art history, German and studio art triple-major and senior Abigail Kosberg will…
Artist Spotlight: Sofie Yang
For senior Sofie Yang, violin has been an integrative part of her life. Growing up in Milwaukee, Yang was first introduced to violin through an “instrument petting zoo” hosted by the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra (MSO). Since first trying the instrument, Sofie noted, “I wanted to learn how to play! I started [violin] the summer before…
Artist Spotlight: Brandin Kreuder
Photo by Veronica Bella Lawrence’s five-year Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Music double-degree program allows students to pursue both musical and non-musical interests in a highly collaborative and innovative environment. For supersenior Brandin Kreuder, the double-degree program has allowed him to explore his love for both violin and the visual arts. Pursuing a Bachelor…
Artist Spotlight: Mitchell Nelson
Photo by Veronica Bella For senior and trumpet performance major Mitchell Nelson, music has always been a part of life. With parents as band directors, Mitchell has continued his love for music from his youth to the present as a current member of Lawrence University’s Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra while pursuing a Bachelor of…
Artist Spotlight: David Voss
For senior David Voss, who is pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Music Composition, Lawrence is one of the best places to explore and experiment with artistic and musical talents. Although he does not come from a very musical family, Voss explained his introduction to piano and composition. “I would start doodling around and eventually…
Artist Spotlight: Mya Hunt
Music is a continuous learning process. Talent and skill are honed through years of practice. But no growth will take place without the proper teacher. Senior Mya Hunt knows this sentiment all too well. She is majoring both in viola performance and instrumental/general education; two areas of study that go hand in hand. “I want…