Why Iowa?

We're a close-knit artistic community within a major research university that's famous for its arts programs. We offer world-class musical instruction, ongoing performance opportunities, state-of-the-art facilities, and solid preparation for your career.

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It’s hard to find a school of music that delivers so many opportunities all within an undeniably individualized and inspirational setting.

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Creativity is at the heart of everything we do. We blend artistry and technology to offer a tremendous variety of ways to enjoy the performing arts.

Guest Artist Highlight

Jessie Montgomery, Hancher Composer-In-Residence

Acclaimed composer Jessie Montgomery spent an incredible year working side-by-side with UI music students. 
Through workshops, one-on-one coaching, masterclasses, and more, more than 200 students had the unique opportunity to learn, perform, and grow through her music.
 
“To be able to play close to those people that you might have been admiring for your whole life and then get that one-on-one connection ... that wouldn’t be possible if it weren’t for my time here in Iowa,” shared Alicia Maiz Alonso, DMA candidate in violin.
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You've worked hard on your music. Now you can use all that creativity and knowledge as your launch pad. If you dream of a musical career—or simply a musical life—Music at Iowa is right for you.

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Student-to-faculty ratio

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Annual public performances

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Events

Optional Recital: Neil Krzeski, piano

Friday, July 18, 2025 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building
Optional Recital: Neil Krzeski, pianoThis concert is free and open to the public.
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Tony and Friends Chamber Music Recital

Sunday, August 31, 2025 3:00pm
Voxman Music Building
Tony and Friends Chamber Music RecitalAnthony Arnone, celloSuzanne Beia, violinKatie Wolfe, violinAnn Marie Hudson Brink, violaMike Center, celloThis concert is free and open to the public. 

CNM Guest Artist Recital: Tim Gill, cello & David Gompper, piano

Wednesday, September 3, 2025 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building
CNM Guest Artist Recital: Tim Gill, cello & David Gompper, pianoTim Gill, celloDavid Gompper, pianoThe event will feature 3 works from the 20th century for cello and piano, and a premiere of a duet by David Gompper.https://cnm.uiowa.edu/This concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.This concert is free and open to the public.

24+24 Composers Concert

Sunday, September 14, 2025 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building
CNM: 24+24 Composers ConcertThis concert is free and open to the public.
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