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

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...

Conduct Your Calm: Chair Yoga promotional image

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.

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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.

MA Recital: Ana Luz Clark, flute.

Friday, May 8, 2026 3:30pm
Voxman Music Building

MA Recital: Ana Luz Clark, flute.

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

This concert is free and open to the public. 

Johnson County Landmark in concert with Stefon Harris

Friday, May 8, 2026 7:00pm
Tavern Blue

Join the UI Jazz program’s premier jazz ensemble in concert with esteemed vibraphonist Stefon Harris. Featuring Harris’ original compositions and arrangements, this concert will be the highlight of the year. Free, open to the public and early arrival highly suggested!

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 Tippie College of Business.

Event series

Upcoming events for recital attendance

Guest Artist Recital: Kenneth Thompkins, trombone

Monday, March 23, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Guest Artist Recital: Kenneth Thompkins, trombone

This concert is free and open to the public.

Recital: Hannah Rees, Trombone

Thursday, March 26, 2026 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Optional Recital: Hannah Rees, Trombone

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

This concert is free and open to the public.

Guest Artist Recital: Caleb Lambert and Martin Gelwasser, trombone

Thursday, March 26, 2026 5:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Guest Artist Recital: Caleb Lambert and Martin Gelwasser, trombone

This concert is free and open to the public.

Canceled

Guest Artist: Carlos Betancur, piano

Thursday, March 26, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

Guest Artist: Carlos Betancur, piano

This concert is free and open to the public.

MA Recital: Evan Tanner, Percussion

Thursday, March 26, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

MA Recital: Evan Tanner, Percussion

This concert is free and open to the public.