Events

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  Monday, March 16, 2026

  Dialogues for Cello and Piano

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU cellist Suren Bagratuni and pianist Soojin Kim perform sonatas by Brahms, Debussy, and Britten, showcasing the rich emotional and expressive breadth of the cello-piano repertoire across eras.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Tuesday, March 17, 2026

  Symphony Band

  7:30 pm

  Wharton Center

  MSU Bands

  This program of dynamic works, conducted by David Thornton, includes Pegasus Fanfare from The Sleeping Spirit by John Gibson, Starry Ocean by Shuying Li,  Anahita by Roshanne Etezady, Hands Across the Sea by John Philip Sousa, and The Wild Goose by Ryan George.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Thursday, March 19, 2026

  Wind Symphony

  7:30 pm

  Wharton Center

  MSU Bands

  MSU composer Zhou Tian premieres his Concerto for Saxophone with acclaimed saxophonist Joseph Lulloff, joined by Hindemith’s Konzertmusik für Blasorchester and Maslanka’s Symphony No. 8, conducted by Kevin L. Sedatole.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Friday, March 20, 2026

  Symphony Orchestra’s Honors Concert

  7:30 pm

  Wharton Center

  MSU Orchestras

  The MSU Symphony Orchestra, led by Octavio Más-Arocas, celebrates the Honors Concerto Competition winners with a vibrant program of student soloists and a Sam and Mary Austin Fanfare by an MSU student composer.

  Event Details

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• Monday, March 23, 2026

  Schubert’s Last Sonatas

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU pianist Ralph Votapek performs Schubert’s final two piano sonatas, presenting a rare and profound journey through the composer’s richly expressive late style.

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• Canceled
  Tuesday, March 24, 2026

  Music of America: Flute and Piano Perspectives

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU artists Richard Sherman (flute) and Eric Zuber (piano) present a diverse program of expressive American works, highlighting the versatility of the flute-piano duo.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Thursday, March 26, 2026

  Eriyns Quartet

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  Known for their bold artistry and global presence, the Erinys Quartet makes their MSU debut with a dynamic program of Bartók, Smith, and Beethoven, showcasing the ensemble’s expressive range and deep musical connection.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Monday, March 30, 2026

  Piano Etudes: A Musical Journey Through Time

  7:30 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU pianist Stanislav Khristenko presents a solo recital exploring the evolution of etudes, from early virtuoso pieces to modern works that redefine the genre.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Tuesday, March 31, 2026

  Bach Cello Suites

  7:00 pm

  MSU Alumni Memorial Chapel

  Artist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series

  MSU cellist Suren Bagratuni performs Bach’s Six Suites for solo cello, offering a rich, expressive journey through these iconic Baroque masterpieces.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Sunday, April 12, 2026

  Barbara Wagner Chamber Music Competition Showcase

  1:00 pm

  Cook Recital Hall

  MSU Chamber Ensemble

  Now in its sixth year, the Barbara Wagner Chamber Music Competition showcases top student ensembles competing for cash prizes and professional development opportunities, with winners selected by external jurors and announced at the event’s conclusion.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Monday, April 13, 2026

  USA at 250 years

  7:30 pm

  Fairchild Theatre

  Joanne and Bill Church West Circle Series

  Celebrate 250 years of American independence with a concert featuring U.S. composers who helped shape the country’s cultural identity through creativity, innovation and a bold spirit of expression.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Tuesday, April 14, 2026

  Sensory Friendly Spartan Concert

  10:00 am

  Other

  MSU Small Ensembles

  All are welcome to this inclusive chamber concert tailored for individuals on the autism spectrum or with sensory sensitivities, featuring interactive music activities, audience mobility, noise-making, and a quiet room for comfort.

  Event Details

  Free
• Wednesday, April 15, 2026

  Percussion Ensemble

  7:30 pm

  Fairchild Theatre

  MSU Small Ensembles

  MSU’s Percussion Ensemble presents a dynamic program of contemporary works, showcasing a wide range of sounds and textures through varied instrumentation. 

  Event Details

  $$$
• Thursday, April 16, 2026

  Concert Orchestra, “Making Herstory”

  7:30 pm

  Wharton Center

  MSU Orchestras

  Making Herstory, conducted by Katherine Kilburn with conductors Zongheng Zhang and Dan Jaggars, showcases inspiring music by women composers including Tower, Bonds, and Garrop, alongside a premiere by the Jere Hutcheson Composition Competition winner.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Thursday, April 16, 2026

  Jazz Nonets

  7:30 pm

  Fairchild Theatre

  MSU Jazz Spectacular Series

  Four nine-piece ensembles bring big band and small-group jazz together with inventive arrangements and bold improvisation, adding a distinctive voice to the Jazz Spectacular Series.

  Event Details

  $$$
• Friday, April 17, 2026

  Jazz Swing Dance

  7:30 pm

  Music Building Room

  MSU Jazz Spectacular Series

  Get on your feet for this high-energy night of swing! MSU Jazz Orchestras deliver timeless charts and toe-tapping rhythms from jazz’s greatest composers.

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