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What is it like to be part of
the MSU College of Music?

We have a laser focus on the educational and professional preparation you need to succeed in today’s music world, but we also aim for personal fulfillment and enjoyment. That is what makes us special. We care about your success, and it shows.

Students from throughout Michigan, across the U.S. and around the globe come together in our undergraduate and graduate degree programs, developing and supporting their personal, creative expression. The commitment and passion of our faculty and staff, and the supportive nature of student colleagues lead to professional success in our programs.

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"The first time that I played for the flute studio here, it was for a guest master class. I was so nervous, and I was practicing so much. After the master class, I remember being swarmed by the entire flute studio saying, ‘hey, I'm so glad that you're here.’ That was the first of many moments that I thought to myself, yes, I'm in the right place."
Ivo Shin de Souza
Areas
“My experience with the ensembles here has been very, very positive, and definitely one of my favorite things here at MSU. I play in the large ensembles, but there are many opportunities for smaller chamber performances as well. The directors do a really good job of creating a challenging but comfortable environment."
Emilia Teed, flute and music education
Ensembles
"The College of Music community is bursting with creativity and fun. I've been so fortunate to be here and make friends with people in all the different programming areas. It's been really wonderful, and I feel like I have a family and a home here."
Maura Drinkert, Composition and Music Education
Admissions
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Upcoming Events

Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Richard Sherman, flute with Juan Riveros, harp
7:30 pm
Cook Recital Hall
Artist-faculty and Guest Recital Series

Join flutist Richard Sherman and newly appointed harpist Juan Riveros for a recital featuring works by Persichetti, Farr, Damase, and Alwyn, showcasing the expressive interplay between flute and harp.

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$$$
Friday, January 17, 2025
“From Vienna with Love”
8:00 pm
Cook Recital Hall
Artist-faculty and Guest Recital Series

“From Vienna with Love” explores romantic clarinet, cello, and piano trios, featuring works by Beethoven, Zemlinsky, Kahn, and Brahms, with artists Guy Yehuda (clarinet), Suren Bagratuni (cello), and Ralph Votapek (piano).

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$$$
Sunday, January 19, 2025
Jazz: Spirituals, Prayer and Protest Concert
3:00 pm
Fairchild Theatre
MSU Jazz Ensembles

Annual concert honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., featuring MSU Jazz Orchestras and special guests in a meaningful program, this concert highlights the theme “I Have a Dream for the World.”

Event Details
Free
Monday, January 20, 2025
Carillon Recital: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
12:00 pm
Beaumont Tower
Artist-faculty and Guest Recital Series

Enjoy the MSU 49-bell carillon at Beaumont Tower with carillonists Jon Lehrer, Laurie Harkema, and guests.

Event Details
Free
Tuesday, January 21, 2025
Piffaro: Inside Early Music
11:30 am
Music Building Room
Guest Workshop and Instrument Demonstration

Join musicians from Piffaro, the renowned Renaissance wind ensemble, for a public workshop showcasing historical instruments and discussions of the artistry of early music performance.

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Event Details
Free
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News

A Winter Spartanland
December 18, 2024

Season's greetings from the College of Music at Michigan State University, starring Carmen Bradford and Randy Napoleon.

Jazz Legend John Clayton Inspires at MSU

December 4, 2024

MSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence program continues with Grammy-winning bassist

Music Connects
November 27, 2024

New app-based installation uses music to connect visitors, students and community to MSU’s campus.

Transforming Early Childhood Music Education
November 25, 2024

A gift to MSU allows researcher to take leading program to a new level.

A Symphony of Green & White

Devotion to excellence and the community drives the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. These Spartans are instrumental in helping the DSO flourish and distinguish itself from its peers.

Conductor of Change

Damien Crutcher, '90, is leading the mission to build "purpose-driven lives" by putting an instrument in the hands of every child in Detroit.

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Realize your unique potential at the MSU College of Music. We believe in providing the highest-quality music education to give musicians like you the space and inspiration needed to grow. Our undergraduate, master’s, doctoral, and non-degree programs are designed to help students deeply develop their interests and talent.

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