October 2020 ⋆ MUSE

‘We the Black Artist’ | Juilliard Black Student Union

In Lara Downes’ New Series, Black Musicians Rise To A Pivotal Moment

By Ari Shapiro / Noah Caldwell — NPR How can a moment of protest and isolation inspire creative rebirth? That’s the question renowned pianist Lara Downes is exploring as the host of […]

Broadway Conductors & Arrangers will Foster Inclusion in the Pit

By Philip Boroff — Broadway Journal Growing up in Las Vegas, Ilana Atkins started studying piano at six but eventually hit a wall with classical music. “The music didn’t speak […]

Broadway music leaders form coalition to diversify the industry

A group of prominent Broadway composers, music directors and musicians have banded together to create more opportunities for musicians of color in the theater industry.

MUSE Founding Members: Daryl Waters

DARYL WATERS is a composer, music supervisor, arranger and orchestrator. His credits include music supervision/orchestrations/arrangements for The Cher Show and Shuffle Along, or, the Making of the Musical Sensation of […]

MUSE Founding Members: Michael McElroy

I grew up in a musical family that valued artistic excellence, mentorship and service. That commitment and passion to music, shaped my love and created the foundation for my work. […]