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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  • trumpet musicians on stage
    Feb 21 2025 | 7:30 - 8:30pm
    UK Trumpet Studio & Trumpet Ensembles Recital
    UK Trumpet Studio & Trumpet Ensembles RecitalFriday, Feb. 21, 20257:30 pmSingletary Recital Hall
    Singletary Recital 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
  • viola on black background
    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
  • viola on black background
    Mar 1 2025 | 3pm
    Viola Day Concert
    Singletary Recital Hall
  • student winners of vocal competition with checks
    Mar 2 2025 | 2 - 4pm
    Alltech Vocal Scholarship Competition

    Talented vocalists from across the U.S. and beyond will compete before a live audience in the 20th annual Alltech Vocal Scholarship Competition on Sunday, March 2. This one-of-a-kind event awards…

    Singletary Concert Hall
  • santuary road graphic with landscape, text replicated on page
    Mar 7 2025 | 10 - 11am
    Sanctuary Road - School Matinee
    A special performance of SANCTUARY ROAD just for school groups! Interest FormInfo Sheet

    University of Kentucky Opera Theatre presents

    SANCTUARY ROAD by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer…

    Lexington Opera House
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