LSM Admin 7/4/22 LSM Admin 7/4/22

Student Concerto Audition

Every year, a student concerto audition is held during Week One of LSM. Prior to the audition recital, interested students first submit a recording for consideration before moving along in the audition process. Seven students performed in the concerto audition recital this year.

LSM Admin 6/27/22 LSM Admin 6/27/22

Dean Dot's LSM Blog

Dottie Burroughs, “Dean Dot” was there at the beginning of LSM, calling Dr. Carlos Messerli and asking where she could help in 1981. Throughout her time, she has served in a variety of roles—from counselor to Dean of Students to an instructor. Now, Dean Dot has returned to LSM for the 40th anniversary season. Follow along as she shares her thoughts on LSM 2022! (And check back often!)

LSM Admin 6/27/22 LSM Admin 6/27/22

The First Few Days of LSM 2022

Excitement fills the air as LSM 2022 begins! Students, faculty, fellows, and counselors have arrived on the campus of Valparaiso University to form this year’s LSM community and kick off the 40th anniversary celebration.

LSM Admin 6/20/22 LSM Admin 6/20/22

John Lunde, LSM’s 2022 Dr. Carlos Messerli Service Award Recipient

LSM is pleased to announce John Lunde as this year’s recipient of the Dr. Carlos Messerli Service Award. This award is given each year to a deserving individual who follows Dr. Messerli's example of outstanding service to the mission of Lutheran Music Program. John served the LSM admissions office from 1982-1997, primarily as the first Director of Admissions. Throughout the 15+ years he worked for LSM, John recruited approximately 2,690 students. During John’s last three full years, LSM enrollment was 241, 240, and 238 respectively.

LSM Admin 6/9/22 LSM Admin 6/9/22

Meet the 2022 LSM Fellows!

Our 2022 Fellows were selected for these prestigious positions after a rigorous application and audition process, and are excited to play an important role in the 2022 community and program.

LSM Admin 5/31/22 LSM Admin 5/31/22

The Impactful Gift of LSM

The value of the LSM experience and its transformational impact are immeasurable. LSM is committed to ensuring that all students, regardless of their financial circumstances, can be part of the transformational community of music and faith. And thanks to the support of generous alumni-donors such as Leigh-Anne Hemenway Pou, Dr. David Shaw, and Paul Georgeson, the hope of making the academy and festival affordable to all is becoming a reality.