Curtis Mourns the Passing of Chris Hodges, Former Longtime Director of Admissions

The Curtis Institute of Music is saddened to share the news that Chris Hodges, longtime director of admissions at the school, passed away on Sunday, February 12, at age 66.

Mr. Hodges joined the Curtis staff in 1995 and was an integral part of Curtis for 25 years. When he arrived at the school in the mid-nineties, he carved out the admissions office and made it his own. He welcomed countless prospective students and their families to Curtis each year, gave knowledgeable and memorable campus tours, and supported our faculty throughout the audition process. He was often spotted running between the campus buildings, ensuring that everyone felt welcome and positioned for success.

Supportive, funny, and always a generous colleague, Mr. Hodges was the first to offer his assistance or a shoulder to lean on. Above all, we remember how he truly cared for Curtis’s students. He supported and rooted for them throughout their journeys, from potential applicants to students to alumni and beyond. Chris loved Curtis and our community. And we loved him in return.

We extend our heartfelt sympathies to his brothers, Bruce and John; to his sister, Susan; to his mother, Barbara; and to all his friends, family, and colleagues. He will be deeply missed.