DENTON (UNT), Texas - In March, the finest trumpet players from all over the nation will converge on the University of North Texas for the 26th annual National Trumpet Competition, the largest of its kind. Competitors will vie for thousands of dollars in prize money and have opportunities to network with other top talent.

“It’s truly a trumpet-centric event and one that brings together the brightest and best for healthy competition, networking and instruction,” said Jason Bergman, assistant professor...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - Students in the University of North Texas’ College of Visual Arts and Design will present their best work in hopes of winning cash prizes in the 58th Annual Voertman Competition. The event was established in 1960 by Paul Voertman, Denton businessman, UNT supporter and advocate for the arts. He also owned and operated Voertman’s bookstore, which was founded by his parents. Now under new ownership,...

What: Thursday Night Music, a series of concerts presented by the University of North Texas’ Institute for the Advancement for the Arts and the College of Music.

When: 7-9 p.m. Thursdays, March 1-April 26

Where: UNT on the Square, 109 N. Elm St.

Cost: Free

Contact: Herbert.holl@unt.edu or Meredith....

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 active adults or retirees.

Buddy Givens, who played music in college, the Air Force and a Shrine band, says when he moved to the area, he was looking for new musical opportunities.

“I...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - When it comes to making portraits, a couple of students at the University of North Texas take a different approach.

Their unique vision will be seen in...

What:      "Are You Not Entertained? Real Stories, Real People, Real Storytelling" —

                The 14th annual Mayborn Literary Nonfiction Conference...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - Sharon M. Louden, who also is editor of the “Living and Sustaining a Creative Life” series of books, is an internationally lauded artist whose work appears in galleries around the world. The University of North Texas College of Visual Arts and Design Studio Art Department is excited to welcome her as part of their visiting artist + scholar public lecture program.

“We are...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - A film festival at the University of North Texas gives Latino filmmakers an opportunity to show off their perspective on the screen.

Festival de Cine Latino Americano, sponsored by the non-profit organization of the same name and UNT’s Department of Media Arts, will take place Feb. 23-25 (Friday-Sunday).

The event begins with the red carpet and reception at 6 p.m. Feb. 23 (Friday) and a screening of “La Habitacion,” a drama from Mexico...

What: UNT One O’Clock Lab Band directed by Alan Baylock, will perform with guest artist Jimmy Heath.

When: 8 p.m. March 1 (Thursday)

Where: Margot and Bill Winspear Performance Hall in the Murchison Performing Arts Center, 2100 Interstate 35E, Denton.

Cost: $15 for the public; $10 for UNT faculty, staff and Alumni Association members; free for UNT students. Students can pick up their free ticket at the Murchison Performing Arts Center...

DENTON (UNT), Texas - He’s known for ceramics that, while beautiful, tend to be a little rough around the edges, much like Roberto Lugo himself. The activist, poet, educator and self-proclaimed “ghetto potter” is bringing his art, story and experiences to Denton.

“It’s impossible for someone to attend one of his talks and not be moved,” said Brooks Oliver, ceramics program coordinator and lecturer. “His work really gives a voice to minorities and underrepresented communities. It starts conversations at a time when our society is very...