Student Profile: Academy Harpist Finds National Audience on BET
Charles Overton, a harp major at the Academy, was selected to perform for a BET promotional video.
2010 Academy Commencement Address by Jeffrey S. Kimpton
The 2010 Arts Academy Commencement Address by Jeffrey S. Kimpton, president of Interlochen Center for the Arts.
Academy Percussionist is YoungArts Finalist
Each year, the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts (NFAA) nominates up to 60 young artists for consideration by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. This spring, Andrew Bahle, a senior percussion major at Interlochen Arts Academy, was named as a finalist in this group of exceptional young artists.
Academy Student wins multiple honors at American Ballet Competition
Johnny McMillan, a senior dance major from Sault Sainte Marie, Canada won first place in two categories at the American Ballet Competition (ABC).
Thomas Kitt Wins Pulitzer for "Next to Normal"
This May, Thomas Kitt (IAC 90) received a Pulitzer Prize for his work as composer and co-orchestrator for Broadway musical drama, "Next to Normal." This most recent recognition comes on the heels of two Tony Awards in 2009 for "Best Score" and "Best Orchestration."
Creative Writer Earns National Recognition and Summer Adventure
Senior year has been a busy and productive one, for Academy creative writer Margaret “Emi” Nietfield, who has received a variety of honors, awards and scholarships.
Academy Students Earn National Recognition from Scholastic
This spring, several Interlochen Arts Academy students earned high honors through the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. The competition was founded in 1923 and is recognized as the longest-running, most prestigious recognition program for student achievement in the visual arts and creative writing in the U.S.
Interlochen Alumni Excel at National Trumpet Competition
Four Interlochen alumni took home honors at the 2010 National Trumpet Competition. Interlochen graduates took first place in the undergraduate and graduate divisions. All four also performed in the winning trumpet ensemble from The Juilliard School.
Spotlight on Math and Science: R.B. Annis Foundation Gift Supports Continued Excellence in Math and Science
This winter, the math and science department is enjoying a rare moment in the spotlight with recognition, and a new $150,000 grant from the science-focused R.B. Annis Foundation of Indianapolis, Indiana.
Camp Alumna Earns Grammy Nomination at Seventeen
Zildjian Finds Many Ways to Support Interlochen Percussionists
For many summers, the Avedis Zildjian company has helped provide opportunities for young percussionists through contributions of talent and resources.
Alumnus Earns Position with Royal Scottish National Orchestra
John Whitener has been appointed as principal tuba for the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
The Biomechanics of Healthy Performance
After a year-long sabbatical, Hal Grossman, instructor of violin at Interlochen Arts Academy, is prepared to blend science with art to help his students learn skills that will help them play violin in a healthy way.
Academy Playwright Featured at International Thespian Festival
Whether by dream, memory, magic or happenstance, Zac Coffey, an Academy theatre postgraduate student, brings together four lost souls in his latest play, "The Meaning of Enchantment: a Ghost Fable."
Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award Recipients
Two Interlochen students have been selected as Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award recipients and received $10,000 to help them continue their music studies and assist with any music-related needs.
2009 Academy Graduate Wins National Self-Portrait Contest
Academy visual arts major Jordan Else Pemberton of Michigan won first place honors for the 2009 Utrecht Art Supplies fifth Annual Self-Portrait Contest, co-sponsored by the Savannah College of Art & Design.
Recent Academy Graduate Earns First Place at International Film Festival
Tyler Trykowski received first place for his short film, Two Wolves, at the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, narrative, high school category.