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.
Electronic artist Carl Craig and jazz bassist Rodney Whitaker explore creativity, improvisation, and process across genres.
Experience the vibrant artistry of MSU jazz artists Carmen Bradford, Xavier Davis, Michael Dease, Randy Gelispie, Randy Napoleon, Anthony Stanco, Erena Terakubo, and Rodney Whitaker in an annual concert blending jazz standards, original works, and inventive arrangements.
In its fifth year, this Lunar New Year event features renowned musician Dr. Haiqiong Deng performing Nature, Music, and Convergence, showcasing the expressive traditions of the ancient zheng and qin instruments.
Join us for the debut recital of new artist-faculty member Chance Huiet, assistant professor of tuba and euphonium, featuring expressive brass works with guest performers and pianist Zhihua Tang.
The program, conducted by Arris Golden, features Children’s March by Percy Grainger, Of Endless Miles and Empty Rafts by Michele Fernández, the world premiere of Hymn to the Red Cedar by MSU composer Carlos LaLonde, and Divertimento for Winds and Percussion by Roger Cichy.
Guest artist Haiqiong Deng joins MSU musicians for fifth annual celebration.
Guest ensemble appears in two concerts and a weeklong residency
West Circle Series’ Happy Birthday, Mozart! marks 270 years of beloved works
Renowned guest ensembles at Fairchild Theatre feature wind music performed on period instruments.
Celebration of MSU Jazz Studies’ 25th Anniversary continues with a weeklong residency and performance at Fairchild Theatre.
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 20.
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We remain the best deal in town for high-quality live music, but ticket prices have increased modestly for the 2025–2026 Season—our first adjustment since 2018—to help sustain our high standards and support a wide variety of programs. We appreciate your understanding and continued support for music at MSU.
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