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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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Music at Iowa

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

Your destination for the Performing Arts

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 Experiences

Students in the UI School of Music have the opportunity to work with 100+  guest artists each year, gaining invaluable insights from world-renowned performers and educators. Last year alone, guests included members of top-tier ensembles such as the Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, the St. Louis Symphony, and the Philadelphia Orchestra, as well as faculty from prestigious institutions like Eastman, Rice, and the Hartt School of Music. The program also welcomed international guests from France, Vienna, Colombia, Chile, and the Philippines, fostering a truly global musical experience for our students.

Jessie Montgomery

2024-25 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.

The Crossing

Ann Howard Jones Vocal Ensemble Residency Program

In February 2025, after spending a week with our students in the classroom, The Crossing hosted three remarkable events on campus. The first was a Shared Solo Recital featuring UI alumna Anika Kildegaard. This was followed by a Creative Matters Conversation with UI alumni David Lang and Ann Howard Jones, and conductor Donald Nally. The week culminated in a full performance by The Crossing featuring the University of Iowa's Kantorei.

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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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Annual public performances

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Events

Miles Bohlman and Evan Tanner Duo Recital, percussion

Wednesday, September 10, 2025 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building
Miles Bohlman and Evan Tanner Duo Recital, percussionThis concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/951297This concert is free and open to the public.

DMA II Recital: Halie Augustus, piano

Sunday, September 14, 2025 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building
DMA II Recital: Halie Augustus, pianoThis 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 will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.View the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/950957This concert is free and open to the public.
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Faculty Chamber Recital: Kozenko/Jakovcic/Lecuona Trio

Monday, September 15, 2025 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building
Faculty Chamber Recital: Kozenko/Jakovcic/Lecuona TrioLisa Kozenko, oboeZoran Jakovcic, violaRéne Lecuona, pianoView the program here: https://digital.lib.uiowa.edu/node/950958This concert is free and open to the public.
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