Making music daily.

You can always find us making music in Voxman Music Building, whether our concert hall stage is full of orchestra members or a single musician is rehearsing in one of our high-tech studio spaces. You can catch our performances via livestream or watch a previous recording.

Concert livestreams

Can't make it in person? We have select live performances streamed in real time right here.

Concert recordings

Our YouTube channel is a treasure trove of concert videos, along with videos showing a glimpse into life as a music student at the University of Iowa.

Upcoming music events

Jazz and the Art of Listening

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

At the center of great music—and great collaboration—is the ability to listen deeply.

In this keynote lecture, Stefon Harris explores how listening shapes creativity, musical fluency, and human connection. Drawing on stories from his career performing with jazz legends and teaching musicians around the world, Harris reveals how cultivating curiosity, openness, and empathy allows artists to unlock new possibilities in both music and life.

Post-presentation reception/meet and greet to follow in...

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Chamber Music Residency Program Recital I

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Chamber Music Residency Program Recital I

This concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.

This concert is free and open to the public.

The Art of Melodic Construction

Friday, May 8, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Voxman Music Building

Join master vibraphonist and educator Stefon Harris as he unveils the art of melodic construction, one note at a time. In this interactive clinic, Harris will break down the essential elements of melody, guiding participants through how each tone interacts with harmony to create emotionally articulate music.

Sponsored by the Ida Cordelia Beam Distinguished Visiting Professorship Program under the UI Office of the Executive Vice President & Provost, School of Music, African American Studies, and...

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Conduct Your Calm: Chair Yoga

Friday, May 8, 2026 2:00pm to 2:30pm
University of Iowa Main Library

Join us for a 30-minute chair yoga session set to orchestral music. Through gentle, seated stretches and steady breathing, you’ll relax your body and quiet your mind. Think of yourself as the maestro, conducting each movement and breath as your body creates its own beautiful music.

This session is suitable for beginners as well as those with yoga experience. Chairs will be provided. Advance registration is required for this free event and all are welcome.

Before or after yoga, take a look at the...

The Hawkeye Choir

Friday, May 8, 2026 2:00pm
Voxman Music Building

The Hawkeye Choir

Group Singing Experience Class
MUS:1610

This concert is free and open to the public.

Event series

Upcoming events for recital attendance

Senior Recital: Lucas Wiese Ibarra, saxophone

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Senior Recital: Lucas Wiese Ibarra, saxophone

Lucas Wiese Ibarra, Alto and Soprano Saxophones
Casey Dierlam Tse, Piano

Event can be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream

This concert is free and open to the public.

Recital: Brad Balster - Euphonium, Keegan Clark - Trombone

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Recital: Brad Balster - Euphonium, Keegan Clark - Trombone

This concert is free and open to the public.

DMA Qualifying Recital: Zachary Bethel, Trombone

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

DMA Qualifying Recital: Zachary Bethel, Trombone

You can view the recital here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream

This concert is free and open to the public.

DMA II Recital: Chris Hunley, saxophone

Thursday, April 23, 2026 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building

DMA II Recital: Chris Hunley, saxophone

Chris Hunley, saxophone
Casey Dierlam Tse, piano

This concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/events/school-music-livestream.

This concert is free and open to the public.

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Campus Symphony Orchestra

Thursday, April 23, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Campus Symphony Orchestra

This concert will be livestreamed here: https://music.uiowa.edu/about/live-stream-concert-schedule.

This concert is free and open to the public.