DENTON (UNT), Texas -- "House of Cards" returns on March 4 when the fourth season brings 13 new episodes to Netflix. With it comes the haunting and sophisticated musical score, the perfect way to set the scene for an American political drama. It may be hard to believe that portions of it were created in a University of North Texas dorm room by College of Music Jazz studies student Henry Beal.
"My role is to play the electric bass," said Beal. "The bass lines were very specific to match the mood and characters."
Beal is the son of the series'...
What: The Baumer String Quartet returns to the University of North Texas for two collaborative recitals – one with faculty and one with students from the UNT College of Music.
When: 8 p.m. Feb. 18 (Thursday) and 5 p.m. Feb. 19 (Friday).
Where: Paul Voertman Concert Hall, located in the Music Building at 415 Avenue C, Denton.
Cost: Free.
More information: For a complete list of UNT College of Music events,...
What: Pulitzers: A Century of Excellence: People, Politics & Public Affairs" -- The 12th annual Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference, hosted by the University of North Texas' Frank W. Mayborn Graduate Institute of Journalism
When: July 22 (Friday)-July 24 (Sunday)
Where: Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Center, 1800 Highway 26 East in...
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Monday through Friday from 8 to 5, Christopher Walker works in an office on the University of North Texas campus managing tasks handed to him by the College of Music's divisions of Composition Studies and Music Education. He is the administrative assistant for both areas, planning various activities and keeping them organized. But, when he is not busy juggling these successful programs, he has his finger on the pulse of Denton's thriving live music scene.
"I'm a booker, talent buyer and sound engineer at Andy's Bar on the...
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- On Monday afternoons during the University of North Texas fall and spring semesters, the Denton Senior Center is filled with the vibrant sounds of a traditional concert wind ensemble – woodwinds, brass and percussion all working together in harmony. But, there is something unique about the musicians sitting in the chairs of the two Denton New Horizons bands – they are either young seniors or retirees.
"A few months after I retired in 2010, I saw an article in the newspaper regarding the band," said Buddy Givens, bassoon player for the New Horizons Band. "I had...
What: Saturday Series, an interactive storytime program demonstrating how children can improve their public speaking and creative movement skills sponsored by the University of North Texas.
When: 1-3 p.m. March 12 (Saturday).
Where: UNT Art Gallery, 1201 W. Mulberry St., Denton.
Parking: Guests can park for free near the Art Building on Mulberry and Welch. Parking is not allowed in the green spaces, which are reserved.
Cost: Free.
More information:...
DENTON (UNT), Texas – The College of Visual Arts and Design's graphic design program at the University of North Texas has been ranked #1 in the Southwest by Animation Career Review.
UNT's graphic design program also ranked 5th among public...
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- During the grand opening of a 1920s speakeasy, the Four Deuces, the lights suddenly go out and gun shots are heard. When the lights come back on, the speakeasy's owner, Big Jim Ravioli, is dead.
Who killed him? Audiences can decide for themselves at "Murder at the Four Deuces," a whodunit presented by the University of North Texas Nu Tau student chapter of Lambda Alpha Epsilon American Criminal Justice Association Feb. 26 (Friday).
"Murder at the Four Deuces" will...
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- Hoping to send that special someone a sultry serenade or looking for an empowering way to celebrate Valentine's Day? The University of North Texas College of Music has some unconventional ways to enjoy the holiday.
DENTON (UNT), Texas -- University of North Texas Media Arts Chair Eugene Martin will screen his feature film "Marisol" at Denton's Thin Line Film Fest Feb. 17-21. The film was funded by foundation grants and is sponsored by the Austin Film Society. UNT Assistant Professor of Voice and Acting Sally Vahle co-stars in the film.
"Marisol tells the story of three women who are affected by immigration in Texas," said Eugene Martin, chair of the department of media arts. "The story of Marisol, a young college age Mexican woman in North Texas, is inspired by the real life stories of young...