Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 16/10/2026I don't know if it's a sign of just how dire other things are or if it's a sign of how numb we all are to gun violence or both, but it's remarkable how quiet it is on my feeds right now about Oregon. 120 2
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 16/10/2026Just finished watching How to Get to Heaven from Belfast and I am so annoyed that Netflix canceled this show after one season. It is a weird and delightful show and there aren’t enough weird and delightful shows! 000 0
Reposted by Natalie DraperPer Engzell @pengzell.bsky.social · 15/10/2026My PhD taught me research. I wish it had taught me how to answer ten emails without needing the rest of the day off. 825933 259
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 15/10/2026Successful stroller walk with the baby and the fall colors continue to be lovely. ❤️ Gotta soak up the sun and these blue skies before Syracuse winter hits… 040 4
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 10/10/2026Today’s attempted stroller excursion with the baby did not come to fruition, unfortunately, due to a diaper blowout and a massive crying episode. I need ice cream. 160 6
Reposted by Natalie DraperAnjali Dayal @anjalikdayal.bsky.social · 09/10/2026a lot of people are replying with 'what are you going to do about it,' and while every level of government could do more, the powers the *DC City Council* has in this situation are comparatively limited. This isn't just voter intimidation, but an argument for statehood for the District of Columbia. 281642399 1.6K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 08/10/2026Never underestimate the soothing power of a cup of tea ☕️ 010 1
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 04/10/2026A positive review of "Interlaced" from Textura! And aww, Annie Laver feels like a sibling to me at this point. ❤️ 110 1
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 04/10/2026Took the baby for her first stroller excursion on the Erie Canal trail. She lasted maybe half a mile before she started crying and we had to turn around. I still see this as a huge win. Also it’s really looking like fall. ❤️ 120 2
Reposted by Natalie Draperjamelle @jamellebouie.net · 04/10/2026these fucking ghouls should never know a day of peace for the rest of their lives 223308232 3.3K
Reposted by Natalie Draperjamelle @jamellebouie.net · 04/10/2026remarkable piece of journalism. really worth reading. 753561899 3.6K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Does anyone survive the newborn phase? Like…when is one able to take a shower and get some sleep rather than choosing between the two? Asking for a friend… 😵💫 160 6
Reposted by Natalie DraperStorm Surge Gainsbourg @wesflinn.bsky.social · 30/09/2026I keep saying it - your average Ivy League/Elite SLAC prof would absolutely go bonkers and take out a real estate license if they had to do a 4-4 for one year. 361 6
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 29/09/2026I truly don’t know how any of the conservative Supreme Court justices sleep at night. 010 1
Reposted by Natalie DraperJohanna Winant @johannawinant.bsky.social · 29/09/2026missing from this argument is the fact that Williams is an extraordinarily rich college with students who are overall very well-prepared for college—essentially none of this is generalizable even to a flagship university, much less any other higher education institutionnytimes.comOpinion | I’m a College Professor. Writing Isn’t as Important as We Think. (Gift Article)If I do not treat writing as essential for achieving thought, it is not clear why I should force my students to. 2522238 222
Reposted by Natalie DraperTressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026Please try to reclaim your precious precious attention, at all costs. Do puzzles. Take walks without a phone. Dear god, try to read, almost anything that isn’t a manifesto will really do. You are going to need your brain. 52529662 2.5K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 23/09/2026Feels like fall and windows are open and yay. ❤️ 020 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperNathan K. Hensley @nathankhensley.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Astonishing to see it even being discussed. One highly placed person told me they supported AI grading in large classes because “it’s better than nothing.” when I asked why the university couldn’t hire enough people to grade those students’ work he said “well that’s not realistic.” 53815 38
Reposted by Natalie DraperJoseph Rezek @rezekjoe.bsky.social · 18/09/2026Columbia University bans all electronic devices in required courses in its Core Curriculum. This is the way! I’m rarely proud to be a Columbia graduate, but this is great:columbiaspectator.comColumbia prohibits electronic devices in all Literature Humanities, Contemporary Civilization sectionsColumbia has prohibited the use of electronic devices in all Literature Humanities and Contemporary Civilization sections starting this fall, 12 syllabi for the courses reviewed by Spectator show and ... 26760244 760
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 17/09/2026Society for New Music has released their recent album of recorded commissions, which includes my piece “Evolutions.” The whole piece is about constantly evolving structures. Here’s the second movement, “Waves”:youtube.comEvolutions, 2. WavesYouTube video by Release - Topic 110 1
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Sitting here holding my sleeping baby and actively ignoring all these articles about AI because holy hell I just can’t. 040 4
Reposted by Natalie DraperJessica Valenti @jessicavalenti.bsky.social · 09/09/2026Horrific though unsurprising report from @propublica.org: Ectopic pregnancy deaths have basically doubled since the end of Roepropublica.orgEctopic Pregnancy Deaths Have Nearly Doubled. It’s Worse in States With Abortion Bans.With prompt and appropriate medical care, experts say, people shouldn’t die from an ectopic pregnancy. Women in Texas and Oklahoma have sued over delays in care, which, coupled with our new analysis, ... 381320738 1.3K
Reposted by Natalie DraperTyler, from the Internet (Haunted) @tylerfromtheinternet.com · 25/06/2025Ice cream truck funerals apparently produce the most horror movie ass sound you can hear in real life 12433801145 3.4K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 24/08/2026Very weird knowing that the SU semester starts today, but that I’m home in a cocoon of newborn chaos. Maybe it’s the burnout from last year, but right now I’m good with dealing with diapers and spit up for a little bit. 😂 040 4
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 10/08/2026A nice review in here of “Interlaced: Music for Organ, et al.”artsfuse.orgAugust Short Fuses — Materia Critica - The Arts FuseEach month, our arts critics — music, book, theater, dance, television, film, and visual arts — fire off a few brief reviews. 030 3
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 06/08/2026Logged into my work email just to take stock, saw some insanity, and logged out. Gonna let my maternity away message do its thing… ✌️ 030 3
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 31/07/2026Gave birth this past Saturday to a mighty little girl. ❤️ Discovering in real time how insane the newborn phase is. Hats off to all who have done it. Holy moly moly. 8190 19
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 18/07/2026This is some deeply suspect Syracuse propaganda 😂😂😂nytimes.comWhy Is Syracuse, N.Y., Such a Haven for Legendary Writers?In the frozen shadows of shuttered factories, icons like Toni Morrison, Raymond Carver and David Foster Wallace created some of their greatest work. 161 6
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 18/07/2026Eat what you want while you still can 😂😭 010 1
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 16/07/2026Good god - stepped outside to put out a wasp that had gotten in the house and it smells like you’re breathing in a campfire out there. 😵💫 020 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperSyracuse.com @syracuse.com · 16/07/2026Smoky summer skies could be ‘new normal’ in Upstate NY due to climate changesyracuse.comSmoky summer skies could be ‘new normal’ in Upstate NY due to climate changeA recent study found that while the number of wildfires in Canada has declined, fires in Canada are becoming larger and destroying more acres of forest. 033 3
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 16/07/2026It’s 2023 all over again. But no worries climate change isn’t something our govt thinks it should care about. We’re on our own, folks! Glad we bought air purifiers a few years back… 011 1
Reposted by Natalie DraperJohn Skiles Skinner @skiles.blue · 12/07/2026The only thing I'll remember about Lindsey Graham is his mistreatment of Dr Christine Blasey Ford. Acting apoplectic at nonsensical details because he knew the most powerful misogynist in the world was watching him. I've never seen a man debase and humiliate himself so much. 893453690 3.5K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 10/07/2026"Interlaced: Music for Organ, et al." received some nice praise from Rupert Gough in Choir & Organ:choirandorgan.comInterlaced: Music for Organ - Choir and OrganHer post-minimalist style is captivating 020 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperProf Kate Loder @kghist.bsky.social · 09/07/2026Have only listened to the title track so far but this is gorgeous 021 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperSyracuse.com @syracuse.com · 08/07/2026Everson Museum of Art awards scholarships for summer arts camp in Syracusesyracuse.comEverson Museum of Art awards scholarships for summer arts camp in SyracuseThe museum is awarding scholarships for their Summer Arts Camp valued at more than $200. 021 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperNatalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Those who teach music composition in New York State, please pass this on to your students. No application fee, and performances and cash prizes for the two winning works. Deadline is July 15.societyfornewmusic.orgIsrael/Pellman Prize – Society For New Music 023 3
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Those who teach music composition in New York State, please pass this on to your students. No application fee, and performances and cash prizes for the two winning works. Deadline is July 15.societyfornewmusic.orgIsrael/Pellman Prize – Society For New Music 023 3
Reposted by Natalie DraperDr. Kendra Preston Leonard (she/her) @kleonardphd.bsky.social · 06/07/2026This is why I say that anyone who can become pregnant should not come to Texas. 0132 13
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 05/07/2026Oh yes remembering how much I (and my cats) hate fireworks. 120 2
Reposted by Natalie DraperIndivisible Onondaga County @indivisibleononcty.bsky.social · 30/06/2026🔥💪🏾🔥💪🏼 081 8
Reposted by Natalie Draperjamelle @jamellebouie.net · 28/06/2026the feds have done more to harass americans angry over good and pretti’s killings than they have to investigate them 7578282178 7.8K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Album release day! For the past six years I’ve collaborated with my dear friend Annie Laver and fallen in love with the organ. This album is the result of that collaboration and includes solo, chamber, and choral music - all featuring the organ. You can listen wherever you stream. ❤️🎶youtu.be"Interlaced" by Natalie Draper, performed by William Knuth (violin) and Anne Laver (organ)YouTube video by acisproductions 382 8
Reposted by Natalie DraperBrandy Zadrozny @brandyzadrozny.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Wow. Prairieland defendants being handed sentences between 40 and 100 years. For background on this case: www.ms.now/news/antifa-...ms.nowTrump wants to prosecute anti-fascists as terrorists. This Texas trial will test his power.A July 4 shooting at an ICE detention center could change the way the federal government prosecutes activists. 761581839 1.6K
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 21/06/2026Spent some time working on a piece this morning and I finally have an ending, which is really when things start to clarify, in my view. Gotta figure out a chunk of the middle, but at least I know (and am happy with) where it's going. 030 3
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 21/06/2026In the year of our lord 2026, why are there still composition competitions for young composers asking for an application fee... If I see this, I do not pass these on to my students. Full stop. 020 2
Natalie Draper @ndrapercomposer.bsky.social · 19/06/2026You've got to be kidding me. Our tax dollars, folks!washingtonpost.comThe blue paint is peeling off the Reflecting PoolAn "American Flag Blue" paint sheet was seen floating on Thursday as workers cleaned algae after Trump's $14 million renovation. 110 1
