Peabody Memorial Tribute to Ray Sprenkle
You are warmly invited to a memorial tribute honoring the musical life and work of Elam Ray Sprenkle (BM ’70, MM ’71, DMA ’79, Composition), Conservatory alumnus, longtime faculty member, and recipient of the 2012 Peabody Alumni Achievement Award. Ray passed away on November 11 at the age of 77, leaving behind a remarkable legacy as a composer, educator, and mentor.
Memorial Details
- Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026
- Time: 4:00 p.m.
- Location: Griswold Hall, Peabody Institute
- Program: Reflections from several speakers and performances of Dr. Sprenkle’s compositions by Peabody alumni and students
- Reception: Light refreshments to follow
- RSVP: Please RSVP below by Monday, January 5 to let us know you plan to attend
The family has asked that gifts be directed to the Ray Sprenkle Memorial Fund. Contributions may be made online by credit card or by sending a check to:
Peabody Development Office
1 E. Mount Vernon Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
We hope you will join us in celebrating Ray Sprenkle’s extraordinary musical life and enduring influence on generations of Peabody musicians.