Home » Blog » Oltman Presents Doctoral Research and Is Featured on ‘Making Connections’ Podcast

Oltman Presents Doctoral Research and Is Featured on ‘Making Connections’ Podcast

Associate Professor of Voice and Director of Choral Activities Matthew Oltman, D.M.A., was asked to give a presentation on Franz Biebl’s famous “Ave Maria” (the subject of his doctoral thesis) to members of the choral ensemble Vocal Polyphonia from Rosario, Argentina. With the necessity of moving their activities online, they opted to do in-depth research into their repertoire and to present virtual information sessions for their members.

He was also the featured guest on the “Making Connections” podcast co-hosted by Steve Grives and Iris Derke of Distinguished Concerts International New York (DCINY). They primarily discussed Oltman’s recent trip to Taiwan and the challenges of creating choral music in the time of COVID-19. Visit www.anchor.fm to listen to the podcast.

https://anchor.fm/steve-grives/episodes/Making-Connections–with-Matt-Oltman-ek5opp/a-a3bvrfe

Oltman has also been working with the cast of “La Bohème” in an upcoming collaboration with IN Series scheduled for release in December 2020.

Categories: ,

Recent News

Shenandoah University student Ellie Hoover '28 (in blue top) with others under a tent during her Community Impact Internship with Winchester Rescue Mission in summer 2026.

Internships With a Community Impact

New program pairs Shenandoah University students with nonprofits for work experience

September 2026 Class Notes

September 2026 Class Notes

Aerial view of Sarah's Glen on Shenandoah University's campus.

Shenandoah Introduces Virtual Engagement Officer To Bolster Alumni And Donor Connections

New VEO is an interactive, 24/7 resource that will handle routine inquiries and streamline the community’s access to SU information

An empy wooden bench beside a pond with a fountain and gazebo in the background.

Shenandoah University Adds New Academic Programs For 2026-27

New offerings include three master’s degrees and two undergraduate certificates

Monthly Archives