CCU Faculty Member Charlie Denler Earns Fifth Emmy Award

Posted on June 12, 2026

CCU Faculty Member Charlie Denler Earns Fifth Emmy Award

LAKEWOOD, Colo. - Colorado Christian University is proud to announce that Charlie Denler, Director of Composition and Artist in Residence in the University's School of Music, has received a Regional Emmy Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for VIVET I: Excerpts from An American Symphony No. 1.

The honor marks Denler's fifth Emmy Award and tenth Emmy nomination, further distinguishing his accomplished career as a composer, conductor, and recording artist. The award recognizes excellence in television arts and music composition and was presented Saturday, June 6, 2026, by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.

As Director of Composition at CCU, Denler mentors and equips aspiring composers while maintaining an active professional career creating music for film, television, and concert performance. His work has been performed internationally and has earned numerous awards and recognitions.

"Charlie Denler exemplifies the excellence, creativity, and dedication to craft that we strive to cultivate at CCU," said Dr. David Corbin, Provost of Colorado Christian University. "His continued success on a national stage is a testament not only to his remarkable talent, but also to the impact Christian artists can have when they pursue their calling with excellence. We are honored to have Charlie investing in the lives and education of our students."

Denler expressed gratitude for the recognition and the opportunity to continue creating meaningful artistic work.

"I am incredibly grateful to receive this Emmy Award and humbled by the recognition from my peers," said Denler. "I am grateful to God for the opportunity to do the work I love. It is a privilege to share that passion with students at Colorado Christian University as they pursue their own artistic callings."

Denler's achievement reflects the caliber of faculty serving within CCU's School of Music and provides students the opportunity to learn from accomplished professionals who continue to make meaningful contributions in their fields.

About Colorado Christian University

Founded in 1914, Colorado Christian University is the flagship Christian university in the Rocky Mountain region. Located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver, CCU serves more than 17,000 students through its College of Undergraduate Studies, College of Adult and Graduate Studies and CCU Academy, offering more than 200 academic program options on its traditional campus, online, and through dual enrollment programs. Recognized among the top two percent of colleges nationwide for its core curriculum by the American Council of Trustees and Alumni, CCU is committed to Christ-centered higher education that transforms students to impact the world with grace and truth. CCU competes in NCAA Division II athletics as a member of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference.