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OnlineMonday, November 30, 2026Trombone Ensembles7:30 pmFairchild TheatreMSU Small Ensembles
MSU’s Trombone Ensembles highlight the versatility of the instrument through a program of original compositions and transcriptions, featuring the unique sounds of all-trombone instrumentation.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2026Viridis and Campus Choir7:30 pmFairchild TheatreMSU Choirs
Viridis and Campus Choir present a rich program of choral music spanning centuries, cultures, and musical traditions.
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Wednesday, December 2, 2026Mosaic and Singing Spartans7:30 pmFairchild TheatreMSU Choirs
Mosaic and Singing Spartans showcase a dynamic program celebrating the depth and versatility of choral music.
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Thursday, December 3, 2026Piano Duo: Elegant Transcriptions7:30 pmCook Recital HallArtist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series
MSU pianist Stanislav Khristenko and guest pianist Martin Labazevitch present colorful two-piano arrangements of works by Chopin, Debussy, Satie, and Ravel.
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Saturday, December 5, 2026America at 250: Music Icons7:30 pmCook Recital HallArtist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series
Celebrate Jewish-American composers with works by Gershwin, Copland, Bernstein, Berlin, Gould, Reich, and Glass performed by MSU artists.
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Sunday, December 6, 2026Jazz Orchestras with Andrew Martin, jazz trombone3:00 pmFairchild TheatreMSUFCU Jazz Artist in Residence
The MSU Jazz Orchestras welcome acclaimed trombonist Andrew Martin for an afternoon of exceptional big band jazz.
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Sunday, December 6, 2026Sensory Friendly Spartan Concert3:00 pmOtherMSU Small Ensembles
All are welcome to this sensory-friendly chamber concert featuring interactive music-making, flexible audience participation, and an inclusive environment for all.
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OnlineSunday, December 6, 2026Chamber Music Showcase Concert7:00 pmCook Recital HallMSU Small Ensembles
Enjoy an evening of chamber music performed by select MSU student ensembles, featuring a range of classical and contemporary works.
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Wednesday, December 9, 2026Concert Orchestra, “American Portraits”7:30 pmWharton CenterMSU Orchestras
Featuring Grammy Award–winning and MSU jazz vocalist Carmen Bradford, the Concert Orchestra presents American Portraits, a program celebrating the breadth of American musical expression.
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Thursday, December 10, 2026Concert Band and Campus Band7:30 pmWharton CenterMSU Bands
The Concert Band and Campus Band perform a vibrant program of wind music by Ron Nelson, Steve Danyew, John Philip Sousa, Steven Bryant, and more.
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Saturday, December 12, 2026Symphony Orchestra and Choirs, “Holiday Glory”7:30 pmWharton CenterMSUFCU Showcase Series
Celebrate the holidays with the MSU Symphony Orchestra and choirs in a festive concert featuring two settings of the Magnificat and seasonal favorites.
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Sunday, December 13, 2026A Jazzy Little Christmas7:00 pmFairchild TheatreMSUFCU Showcase Series
Get into the holiday spirit with the MSU Professors of Jazz in their cherished annual concert of seasonal favorites and inventive jazz arrangements.
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OnlineThursday, January 21, 2027Saxophone Transitions7:30 pmCook Recital HallArtist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series
MSU saxophonist Joseph Lulloff, joined by guest composer Mischa Zupko and pianist Yu-Lien The, performs works showcasing the saxophone and piano repertoire.
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Saturday, January 23, 2027Honors Competition1:00 pmCook Recital Hall
This annual event showcases a select group of student musicians across a range of disciplines, where they present diverse repertoire to a panel of judges to compete for a chance to solo with MSU’s top ensembles.
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OnlineSunday, January 24, 2027Beethoven’s Piano Sonatas, Part 63:00 pmCook Recital HallArtist-Faculty and Guest Recital Series
Pianist Young Hyun Cho continues her Beethoven sonata cycle with Nos. 19–23, including the Waldstein and Appassionata.
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Monday, January 25, 2027Happy Birthday, Mozart!7:30 pmFairchild TheatreJoanne and Bill Church West Circle Series
Celebrate Mozart’s 271st birthday with an evening of beloved chamber works, festive spirit, and the tradition of birthday cookies.
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