College of Letters & Science
Dan Cavanagh is a composer and pianist who has garnered numerous awards in both areas. In 2023 he was awarded the Social Justice Prize in Wind Ensemble Composition as well as 2nd Prize in the American Prize for Composition in the Wind Symphony/Band Category. He received a 2009 gold medal prize from the International Music Prize …
As assistant director of the Mead Witter School of Music, Wendy’s responsibilities include administrative support for faculty governance and tenure and promotion processes; leadership in areas of student services, communications, and instrument inventory; donor stewardship; and policy-making and planning.
Jean Laurenz is an eclectic musician who loves variety and collaboration. As a performer, Jean has enjoyed appearances with Adele, The Hanson Brothers, The Boston Pops, and the Hong Kong Philharmonic. Her favorite genre is chamber music and she frequents this arena with innovative ensembles including Seraph Brass, The Knights, A Far Cry, Alarm Will Sound, …
David Ronis, Associate Professor and Director of University Opera, has maintained an active schedule in a multi-faceted career. Previously, he taught at the Aaron Copland School of Music, Queens College/CUNY, Hofstra University, and Wagner College. Among his accolades, Mr. Ronis has received thirteen National Opera Association Production Competition awards – most recently, for both 2021-22 UW-Madison …
Johannes Wallmann is a pianist and composer, recording artist on Shifting Paradigm Records and Fresh Sound New Talent Records, a Yamaha Piano artist, and the Director of Jazz Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Dr. Wallmann has performed extensively as a bandleader and as a sideman in local, national, and international venues. Born 1974 in Germany, Johannes …