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Ashley Mendeke

Cali Student Spotlight: Ashley Mendeke

Highlighting the diverse journeys that lead students to Montclair, this month’s spotlight features Graduate Performance flutist Ashley Mendeke.

Maria Vincelette (‘25)

Area Spotlight: Woodwind Doubling

A selection of recent student and alumni achievements — a powerful reflection of the program’s industry reach and professional impact.

Leyla McCalla on stage

Leyla McCalla Launches Residency with Inspiring Cali Midweek Event

Cali Pathways Student Khalid Abdallah Honored with National Awards

James Reed Ricotta

Cali Alumnus Named 2nd Trumpet of Lansing Symphony

James Reed Ricotta (’20), a Montclair State graduate, continues his rising career with this prestigious appointment.

Cali Immersive Residency 25-26 Artists

Cali Immersive Residency Marks Fifth Anniversary with 2025–26 Season of World-Class Artists

Pep Band and Campus Band

Join the Beat: Pep Band and Campus Band Opportunities at Montclair State University

Positions Open for the 2025-2026 Season!

Leyla McCalla

Leyla McCalla Named 2025–26 Artist-in-Residence at the Cali School of Music

Micah Killion

Dr. Micah Killion named Assistant Professor of Trumpet and Brass Coordinator

Leah Batstone Joins Cali School of Music Faculty

Dr. Leah Batstone Named Assistant Professor of Music History

Distinguished musicologist and founder of the Ukrainian Contemporary Music Festival brings global expertise to Montclair State University’s John J. Cali School of Music.

Broadway Orchestra Pit

Alumni Spotlight

Tessa Dolce and Alex Lemma Take Center Stage in the Professional World

Dr. Marla Meissner

Dr. Marla Meissner

Inspires Cali students through music and mentorship