Welcome to the School of Music

VOCAL AND INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
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The University of Kentucky School of Music has played an important part in the development of musical life in Kentucky and beyond since 1918. 

The School offers degree programs within five areas of study as well as minors in music performance and music theory & history. Our performance areas are brass, keyboards, percussion, strings, voice, and winds; each boasting world-class faculty. Additionally, we have research programs for scholars and professional training for teachers.

Ben Arnold, Acting Director
Lori Hetzel, Associate Director

The UK School of Music is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Visit the NASM website for more information.
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Upcoming Events
  • Nov 24 2024 | 7:30 - 9:30pm
    UK Symphony Band and Concert Band Concert
    UK Symphony Band 
    Dr. Shayna Stahl, ConductorBrian Froedge, Guest ConductorDr. Michael Hudson and Adam Miller, Guest Conductors UK Concert Band 
    Adam Miller & Jalen Allred,…
    Singletary Concert Hall
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    Nov 25 2024 | 4:30 - 5:30pm
    New Opera: Get on the Train or Step Aside!

    Undergrad Opera Workshop Performance

    Get on the Train or Step Aside!

    Arias and duets from late 20th and early 21st century operas

    Schmidt Vocal Arts Center
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    Nov 25 2024 | 7 - 8pm
    UK Piano Studio Fall Concert "Making Music to Be Seen"

    A concert featuring the talents of students in University of Kentucky’s Piano Creativity Lab aims to delight audiences not only with sounds, but imagery as well. This free public concert, “Making…

    Singletary Recital Hall
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    Nov 26 2024 | 8 - 9pm
    UK New Music Ensemble

    Welcome to the UK New Music Ensemble FALL 2024 CONCERT! Join us for a night of incredible music on Tue Nov 26 2024 at 7:30 pm at the Singletary Center for the Arts, Recital Hall. Get ready to be…

    Singletary Recital Hall
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    Dec 2 2024 | 7:30 - 9pm
    UK Philharmonia Fall Concert
    Singletary Recital Hall
  • Dec 3 2024 | 6 - 8pm
    Holiday Horns!

    Calling all horn players! Join us to connect with others in the community and play holiday tunes in a mass horn choir.

    Register by December 1st to attend and participate.

    Singletary Center
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Last Updated 09/10/2024