Welcome to the School of Music

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.
Upcoming Events
  • Apr 5 2025 | 7 - 8:30pm

    30th Anniversary celebration of Dr. Lori Hetzel featuring Paws and Listen and alumnae of UK Treble Choir

    Singletary Center Concert Hall. Reserved Seating.

    Can't…

    Singletary Concert Hall
  • Apr 5 2025 | 7:30pm

    UK Jazz Studies presents Big Band Blast XVI

    With guest artist: Rex Richardson, trumpet

    UK Students can receive ONE (1) free ticket with their student ID, available exclusively in-…

    Singletary Recital Hall
  • Apr 10 2025 | 7:30 - 9pm

    UK Jazz Ensemble and UK Lab Band concert.

    With special guests the Great Crossing High School Jazz Ensemble I
    Dr. Ian Cruz, director
    Brad Keesler, director of bands

    Singletary Recital Hall
  • Apr 11 2025 | 5 - 6pm

    Presented by the Opera Workshop in the Opera Theatre Program

    A two-act chamber opera about four opera divas who die and go to heaven. They want to sing in the heavenly chorus, but adding…

    Schmidt Vocal Arts Center
Created 08/12/2021
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Last Updated 12/24/2024