A wide variety of performance opportunities await our students each year, with orchestras, bands, choirs and opera, jazz nonets and combos, small ensembles, and more.
A variety of programs and initiatives operate continuously or annually to enhance learning experiences and help students prepare for their future in music.
The MSU College of Music supports and challenges students, values innovation and creativity, and helps every community member achieve professional excellence.
Experience the power of music and creativity with open rehearsals, carillon tour and demonstrations at Beaumont Tower, and more at the MSU College of Music’s special event.
Le Concert de l’Hostel Dieu presents arias from 18th-century Italian operas inspired by Hamlet, featuring soprano Roberta Mameli. The ensemble is renowned for its captivating French Baroque performances and modern interpretations of Baroque music.
Experience the artistry of soprano Roberta Mameli in a special workshop exploring vocal technique and interpretation.
The Woodward String Quartet, featuring DSO principal musicians, performs Haydn’s “Sunrise” Quartet, Zhou Tian’s String Quartet No. 1, and Mendelssohn’s Octet with MSU student musicians at Fairchild Theatre.
The Woodward String Quartet, comprised of principal musicians from the DSO, will perform works composed by MSU students.
Acclaimed pianist to mentor students and inspire concertgoers with visit.
Chance Huiet to take the lead in the studio next fall.
Dudamel and the LA Phil premiere latest work by Ricardo Lorenz.
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.
Marks third year in a row MSU composers win this prestigious composition competition.
Renowned vocalist expands the excellence of award-winning program.
Renowned trombonist and educator returns to an instrument from his past.
Organ and choir recording delving into Virgil Thomson's music is first of its kind.
The calendar of events runs from September through early May and will feature a rich variety of superb classical and jazz performances by exceptional artists including faculty, students, acclaimed visiting musicians, and cutting-edge new music groups. Tickets go on sale on August 21.
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Tickets go on sale starting Oct. 3 at Wharton Center. Orchestra level $15, grand tier $12, $10 group seating (orchestra level or grand tier), available at Wharton Center ticket office only.
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