Liberty University students lead worship at White House Staff Easter Service
Twelve students from Liberty University’s School of Music were honored with the opportunity to lead worship at the White House Staff Easter Service on Thursday morning, April 17. The service was part of the White House’s weeklong Easter celebration for…
Michael W. Smith joins Liberty student artists at School of Music’s annual Night of Worship
On Sunday night, 160 Liberty University students led worship alongside Grammy award-winning artist Michael W. Smith, executive director of Liberty’s Michael W. Smith Center for Commercial Music, inside a packed Thomas Road Baptist Church auditorium during the annual School of…
Liberty University Symphony Orchestra performs at Museum of the Bible, visits Kennedy Center on D.C. tour
Over Spring Break, 60 students in the Liberty University Symphony Orchestra went on tour around Washington, D.C., to showcase their skills and provide stunning performances in the nation’s capital. In addition to performing at McLean Bible Church and Christian schools,…
Music students take masterclass on high-tech sound system from award-winning Nashville producer
Throughout the year, Liberty University’s Michael W. Smith Center for Commercial Music invites seasoned artists and music industry professionals to teach and provide hands-on instruction to students. On Tuesday, mixer, producer, and engineer Warren David, who has worked on many…
Music student pens original song that takes a stand against human trafficking
“God’s children aren’t for sale.” Those were the five words that God put on the heart of Liberty University senior songwriting student Halle Harper when a professor tasked her with writing a song that “takes a stand.” The song, performed…
A Joyful Noise: School of Music voice professor retires after 40 years of service
When Professor of Music and Voice Dr. Patricia Campbell joined Liberty University in 1985 as an adjunct faculty member, she did not realize how her influence would help grow the school’s worship program and open incredible opportunities for students. In…
School of Music presents modernized ‘Don Giovanni’ opera set in Washington, D.C.
The cast of Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” prepared for months to debut a modern twist to the centuries-old opera first performed in 1787, which opened on Thursday night and continues with three more performances this weekend at the Center for Music…
Spirit of the Mountain marching band, LU Praise choir prep for inaugural events in D.C.
UPDATE 1/18/25: Due to weather-related changes, the Presidential Inaugural Committee notified the Liberty University marching band, The Spirit of the Mountain, that the indoor venue will not be able to accommodate the band. While we are all disappointed by this…
Commercial music students perform powerful covers, original songs in fall showcase
On Tuesday night, students from Liberty University School of Music’s commercial music program performed a mixture of pop, jazz, country, instrumental music, and more as part of the fall Commercial Music Showcase, where they presented original songs and covers they…
School of Music awards $20,000 in scholarships to CFAW Worship Lifestyle contest winners
Last weekend, over 170 College for a Weekend (CFAW) students participated in Worship Lifestyle, a competition hosted by Liberty University School of Music in which visiting high school students audition for a chance to win scholarships. This year, future Liberty…