Wheaton Professor Shawn Okpebholo Nominated for Second Grammy

Okpebholo’s third album, “Songs in Flight,” was nominated for Best Contemporary Classical Composition.

By Claire Taylor, Staff Writer
Wheaton Professor of Composition Shawn Okpebholo received his second Grammy nomination for his third album, “Songs in Flight,” released on Feb. 14, 2025. The album was nominated for Best Contemporary Classical Composition. Okpebholo attended the 2026 Grammys on Feb. 1 with his wife and two daughters. While he did not win, the nomination serves as meaningful recognition of his skill as a composer. 
“Songs in Flight” was recorded on campus in the Amerding Recita...

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Claire Taylor

Claire is a junior from Colorado studying media communication and journalism. She is a devoted member of the Women’s Weightlifting club. She also loves to read, eat good food and rewatch King of the Hill.

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