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Experience the brilliance of J.S. Bach’s Musical Offering, where intricate counterpoint unfolds through a rich palette of instrumental colors.
The Concert Band and Campus Band present a shared program featuring works by Norman Dello Joio, Julie Giroux, Malcolm Arnold, and Karl L. King.
Eric Zuber presents an all-Chopin recital featuring elegant waltzes, études, character pieces, and the Andante Spianato and Grande Polonaise.
Gwen Dease showcases the expressive range of marimba and percussion in an evening of solo works.
MSU’s Concert Orchestra and Vocal Arts present Night at the Opera, featuring beloved works by Mozart, Puccini, Rossini, Wagner, Strauss, and Bernstein.
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Festival highlights string quartet masterworks, Armenian chamber music, and Romantic-era vocal repertoire.
Ed Cherry and Dr. Professor Leonard King work with MSU Jazz Studies students and perform with the Jazz Orchestras and Jazz Nonets.
Program explores influential composers through chamber music and song.
MSU pianist Stanislav Khristenko finds a home at MSU that enables in-depth work and supports his new album release, 24 Preludes.
Over more than 50 years, Falcone set the standard for the Spartan Marching Band and transformed Michigan State University’s music programs.
After 51 years of devotion to the College of Music, Professor Emeritus leaves a strong legacy including a new endowed professorship.
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.
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. Realize your unique potential at the MSU College of Music.
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