Jinni Shen performs a concerto and Il Trittico in the same weekend

Here Be Monsters 2026

In this episode, we talk to Butler’s Lecturer in Theory, Christopher Prosser, about Austin’s indie-classical music festival, Here Be Monsters. Chris discusses this year’s lineup and the many connections between Austin’s new music scene and current and former students of the Butler School of Music. For Tickets and Schedule www.tetractysnewmusic.com/hbm26

Jinni Shen performs a concerto and Il Trittico in the same weekend

IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK TO ARTIST DIPLOMA STUDENT AND SOPRANO JINNI SHEN ABOUT WINNING THE CONCERTO COMPETITION AND HER UPCOMING PERFORMANCE OF PUCCINI’S “UN BEL DÌ, VEDREMO” FROM MADAMA BUTTERFLY. WE ALSO DISCUSS HER ROLE IN THE UPCOMING PRODUCTION OF IL TRITTICO, WHICH IS HAPPENING THE SAME WEEKEND AS THE CONCERTO CONCERT.

Yida An Performs Wieniawski's Violin Concerto

In this podcast episode, we talk with Artist Diploma student and violinist Yida An about winning the concerto competition and preparing to perform Wieniawski's Violin Concerto No. 1 with the university’s symphony orchestra.  He talks about two practice hacks he uses to prepare for the concert: midnight practice sessions and playing soccer.

Aaron Kurz Performs Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3

In this podcast episode, we talk with DMA student Aaron Kurz about winning the concerto competition and preparing to perform Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3 with the University’s Symphony Orchestra.

Isabella Perez on Winning the Concerto Competition

In this episode, we talk with senior Isabella Perez about winning the Concerto Competition. She discusses growing up in San Antonio, learning multiple instruments, and eventually studying Mozart's Bassoon Concerto in B-flat major, K. 191/186e, which she will perform with the Butler Chamber Orchestra.