J.S. Bach, known as the great master, wrote more than 200 cantatas, and UMD Choral Activities aims to sing them all in this series of short performances led by conductors in the graduate program. Conducted by a graduate student from the choral conducting program, this performance will feature a Bach Cantata that will be announced closer to the concert.
Celebrate the new music being created right here at Maryland! Featuring original compositions by UMD School of Music student composers, new music recitals range from solo to chamber works and often include electroacoustic performances and multimedia presentations.
Jason Max Ferdinand, music director
Kenneth Elpus, music director
The University of Maryland Treble Choir and Tactus ensembles present choral works celebrating the joy and strength that comes from joining voices together as one!
To be announced.
Join the search for the UMD Symphony Orchestra’s next featured soloist. In the first round of this exciting competition, UMD School of Music students perform concerto excerpts or concert pieces for an independent jury panel. With each round of the competition, the field narrows until the final round, when a winner and runners-up are announced.
Experience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in this first night of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the jazz combos. Join us the previous night for another round of jazz—each performance features a different program.
Experience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in this first night of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the jazz combos. Join us again tomorrow for a second night of jazz—each performance features a different program.
Swing into an evening of jazz! You won’t want to miss three of the UMD School of Music's exemplary jazz ensembles in a performance celebrating works from across the genre, including innovative interpretations of classic and contemporary pieces.
Representing a variety of majors across campus, the University Band is joined by the Maryland Community Band for a concert of traditional and contemporary wind band music in a performance perfect for all ages.
To be announced.
The UMD High School Choir Invitational puts the spotlight on the future of choral music as talented area high school choirs gather for vibrant performances alongside the choirs of the UMD School of Music.
Andrea Brown, music director
The UMD Wind Ensemble performs its October concert.
To be announced.
Under the direction of Andrea Brown, UMWE performs works from the most respected repertoire written for wind band and chamber ensembles with a focus on highlighting composers from underrepresented populations.
