Founded in 2021, Calypsus Brass is a professional chamber ensemble performing new works recitals, creating high-level professional recordings for composers, and working with chamber musicians at all levels. Calypsus Brass is committed to prioritizing recording and performing works of historically marginalized composers to uplift the highest quality of music.
The Concert Band is joined by UNCG professor of clarinet Dr. Luke Ellard for a program of works by Nelhýbel, Specht, Blackshaw, Williams, Day, and Chance.
The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra
For nearly 40 years after Count Basie's passing, his orchestra continues to sell out shows worldwide, keeping his legacy alive. Led by Scotty Barnhart, this 18-time Grammy-winning ensemble has performed for royalty, starred in films, and played every major jazz festival. Featuring some of jazz’s greatest soloists, the Count Basie Orchestra delivers the timeless swing and blues that made Basie an American icon.
Experience a day in the life of a UNCG music student! Visitors can sit in on classes, workshops, and ensemble rehearsals; attend sessions about our degree programs; hear performances by current students; and tour our world‑class facilities. Students and families will also have the chance to meet music faculty and admissions staff, ask questions, and learn more about studying music at UNCG. Parents and guardians are welcome—and encouraged—to attend.
American pianist George Xiaoyuan Fu presents the complete "Vingt Regards sur l'Enfant Jésus" by Olivier Messiaen.
A concert featuring hip-hop banjo player Justin "Demeanor" Harrington, with VZN featuring Rashaad Tucker and others. This performance is made possible by generous support from The Robinson Family Fund.
Faculty and students come together to perform "The Juliet Letters," a song cycle originally conceived as a concept album by singer/songwriter Elvis Costello and the Brodsky Quartet.
The UNCG School of Music is proud to present our 18th annual performance of Collage! Captivating and totally unique, Collage features an incredible range of performers presenting one riveting work after another with special lighting. Join School of Music students and many of our world-class faculty members for this non-stop evening of amazing performances. It’s not to be missed! All ticket proceeds benefit the School of Music Collage Scholarship Fund.
