Welcome to the School of 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 University of Kentucky 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
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    Jan 31 - Feb 2 2025
    2025 George R. Boulden Honor Band Festival

    George R. Boulden Honor Band Weekend features two fantastic bands and lots of opportunities to learn, grow, and share in a once-in-a-lifetime experience with giants of the wind band world and…

    Singletary Center
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    Feb 1 2025 | 7:30 - 9:30pm
    UK Wind Symphony Concert ft. Jessie Clark Middle School

    FANTASTIC DREAMS!

    University of Kentucky Wind Symphony
    Dr. John Cody Birdwell, Conductor

    Featuring

    Dr. Frank Ticheli, Conductor and Composer 
    Dr. Scott Wright, …

    Singletary Concert Hall
  • Feb 22 2025 | 9:30am - 5:30pm
    Male Chorus Day 2025

    Registration closes on February 18.

    Agenda

    9:30-9:55 am: Check-in (West Lobby of SCFA)10 am-12 pm: Rehearsal (Concert Hall)12-1:30 pm: Lunch (on your own)1:30-2 pm: Rehearsal2-2:30 pm:…
    Singletary Concert Hall
  • Feb 24 2025 | 7:30 - 9:30pm
    UK Symphony Band & UK Concert Band Concert
    Symphony BandDr. Shayna Stahl, ConductorAdam Miller, Graduate Conductor Concert BandBrian Froedge, ConductorJalen Allred, Graduate Conductor Featuring works by Yagisawa, Giroux, Ticheli,…
    Singletary Concert Hall
  • Feb 27 2025 | 7:30pm
    University of Kentucky Philharmonia, with SCAPA Strings
    University of Kentucky Philharmonia, with SCAPA StringsNicoletta Moss, conductorSara Francis, conductorSingletary Recital HallFree/open to public
    Singletary Recital Hall
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    Mar 1 2025 | 9:30am - 4pm
    Viola Day 2025
    Discover the joy of the viola at this exciting event featuring:Guest masterclasses and performancesViola ensemblesViola Day Virtual Competition for pre-college and undergraduate levelsSpecial Guests:…
    Singletary Center
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Last Updated 12/24/2024