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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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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Summer Trumpet Institute

    Returning for the 9th year, the UK Trumpet Institute offers the chance to work with highly acclaimed guest artists from around the United States, daily master classes, performance opportunities,…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Junior Trumpet Institute

    A camp tailored for Middle School trumpet players.

    Classes will be geared toward younger players, with an emphasis on sound production, breathing, reading, ensemble playing, and…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Junior Trumpet Institute

    A camp tailored for Middle School trumpet players.

    Classes will be geared toward younger players, with an emphasis on sound production, breathing, reading, ensemble playing, and…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Summer Trumpet Institute

    Returning for the 9th year, the UK Trumpet Institute offers the chance to work with highly acclaimed guest artists from around the United States, daily master classes, performance opportunities,…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 4 - 6 2025
    CANCELED - Conducting Symposium '25

    Unfortunately the 2025 Conducting Symposium has been canceled. We hope to see you next year.

    The UK Conducting Symposium is designed for instrumental conductors and music educators of all…

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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Junior Trumpet Institute

    A camp tailored for Middle School trumpet players.

    Classes will be geared toward younger players, with an emphasis on sound production, breathing, reading, ensemble playing, and…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Summer Trumpet Institute

    Returning for the 9th year, the UK Trumpet Institute offers the chance to work with highly acclaimed guest artists from around the United States, daily master classes, performance opportunities,…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Junior Trumpet Institute

    A camp tailored for Middle School trumpet players.

    Classes will be geared toward younger players, with an emphasis on sound production, breathing, reading, ensemble playing, and…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 2 2025 | 10am - 9pm, Jun 3 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 4 2025 | 8am - 9pm, Jun 5 2025 | 8am - 5pm
    2025 Summer Trumpet Institute

    Returning for the 9th year, the UK Trumpet Institute offers the chance to work with highly acclaimed guest artists from around the United States, daily master classes, performance opportunities,…

    Holmes Hall - Creative Arts Living Learning Program
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    Jun 13 2025 | 7:30 - 9:30pm, Jun 14 2025 | 2 - 4pm, Jun 15 2025 | 6 - 8pm, Jun 20 2025 | 7:30 - 9:30pm, Jun 21 2025 | 2 - 4pm, Jun 22 2025 | 2 - 4pm
    It's a Grand Night for Singing! 2025

    UK Opera Theatre's annual It's a Grand Night for Singing! is a popular musical revue featuring the best of Broadway's past and present, starring more than 100 UK Opera Theatre and…

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