Soprano Jennifer Lien and Annie Jeng, professor of piano, present "mOthertongue: Lived Experience in Asian America," a program of songs intended to challenge outdated cultural ideas and assert the Asian American lived experience.
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.
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.
Jazz Ensemble II celebrates the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi in this special seasonal concert! Go waltzing with “The Great Pumpkin,” watch a “Little Birdie,” and go “Skating” with all-new arrangements of these classic, nostalgic songs.
Jazz Ensemble II celebrates the holiday music of Vince Guaraldi in this special seasonal concert! Go waltzing with “The Great Pumpkin,” watch a “Little Birdie,” and go “Skating” with all-new arrangements of these classic, nostalgic songs.
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings.
Students from the UNCG PopTech program perform a showcase concert featuring original works and covers in a wide array of settings.
Dr. Amy Zigler presents “‘Love has the Victory!’: Musical Representations of the Female Power in Ethel Smyth’s Der Wald” as part of the Irna Priore Music and Culture Lecture Series
The Miles Davis Jazz Studies Program presents the 26th Annual Honors High School Jazz Band, November 22–23, 2025, featuring pianist-composer Christian Sands. The two-day event consists of big band rehearsals, clinics, and improvisation master classes, and concludes with a performance by the Honors Band, renowned pianist Christian Sands, and the UNCG Jazz Ensemble I directed by Thomas Heflin.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Spartan Jazz Collective as they celebrate the music of legendary trumpeter Roy Hargrove! This collaborative faculty-student ensemble highlights the next generation of jazz talent, with students taking the lead in arranging, rehearsing, and performing under the mentorship of the UNCG jazz faculty. Known for his soulful sound and his ability to bridge tradition with modern styles like hip-hop and R&B, Roy Hargrove’s music continues to inspire—and this performance promises fresh, vibrant interpretations that honor his legacy.
Join us for an all-day event for middle and high school brass players. Students will participate in a large brass and percussion ensemble on the final concert, with rehearsals, masterclasses and clinics led by UNCG faculty throughout the day. Registration will include a t-shirt and lunch for all participants. Vendors will include Moore Music Co., Greg Black Mouthpieces, Tuba Exchange, B&F Repairs, and others.
The annual High School Keyboard Day (HSKD) gives students an opportunity to grow as musicians, to learn from faculty and fellow participants, and to explore the many opportunities as a student studying a keyboard instrument in college. This year’s event will focus on the art of improvisation in different styles including classical, jazz, contemporary, etc.
