The LSU A Cappella Choir, LSU’s flagship touring choir, opens the 26-27 season with with soaring choral works inspired by the beauty of the natural world and the promise of “Another glorious day.” From radiant harmonies that greet the morning to powerful musical portraits of forests, rivers, skies, and changing seasons, we invite our audience to reconnect with nature through song. Uplifting, exciting, and deeply moving, this opening program celebrates the joy of shared voices and the timeless inspiration found in the world around us. The concert features contemporary composer, Jake Runestad's "Come to the Woods" from his American Triptych.

Join the LSU Symphonic Winds for their season-opening concert, featuring a dynamic program that showcases the ensemble’s power, precision, and passion through a compelling blend of classic masterworks and bold new voices. Repertoire details will be announced later this summer.

The LSU Chamber Singers is an advanced chamber ensemble that serves as the resident recital choir for graduate students in choral conducting. It is comprised of graduate students and select undergraduate students in the vocal and choral departments. Chamber Singers serves as a training choir for professional choral singing profession, as singers prepare a diverse repertory of music at a high artistic level over a shortened rehearsal period. Their second concert of the season features doctoral student conductors Kelsey Snyder and Stephen Guillory.

High Voltage returns this year with bold new energy and a spotlight on the Polyphonic Fender Rhodes, a one-of-a-kind instrument developed at LSU. Featured in three newly commissioned collaborations with Louisiana-based composers and improvisers Jonathan Freilich, Brian Haas, and Simon Moushabeck, this groundbreaking keyboard takes center stage in a program full of invention, artistry, and surprise. The evening also includes works by EMDM faculty and more to be revealed. Sponsored in part by a Community Partnership Grant from the Jazz and Heritage Foundation.

The LSU Tiger Glee Club and Chorale present an evening of choral music that showcases the voices and musicianship of LSU students. Featuring a varied program for vocal ensemble, the concert highlights the connection, discipline, and joy that come from singing together. From rich harmonies to moments of lively expression, this performance offers audiences a welcoming look at LSU’s choral community.

Experience an unforgettable evening of jazz as the LSU Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Doug Stone, and the LSU Jazz Lab Band, led by John Madere, take the stage for a spirited fall performance celebrating America’s original art form.

The LSU Gospel Choir returns to Broadmoor Baptist Church to present their Fall concert. You won't want to miss this electrifying program that highlights traditional and contemporary gospel music from prominent gospel and Christian artists. This concert is free and open to the public.

Join the LSU Symphonic Winds for an inspiring evening of music as they present their final performance of the fall semester, led by Dr. Simon Holoweiko. This concert will feature a thoughtful selection of works that showcase the ensemble’s musical depth, precision, and expressive power. Open to music lovers of all ages, the event offers a wonderful opportunity for the campus and Baton Rouge communities to come together in celebration of the arts. Repertoire details will be announced later this summer.

In its annual concert, the Laptop Orchestra of Louisiana explores the intersection between technology and collective music making, transforming itself into a hybrid virtual percussion ensemble for the evening. Free Admission!

The LSU Chamber Jazz Ensembles will present a concert featuring classic small group jazz repertoire from a variety of eras. In the chamber jazz ensemble format, student musicians have the opportunity to focus on improvisation, exploring the harmonic and rhythmic nuances of the pieces, and highlighting their unique and personal melodic musical voices. Please join us for an intimate and inspiring musical evening.

Join the LSU Concert Orchestra in a captivating fall performance at University United Methodist Church. This ensemble brings together students from across LSU, including non-music majors, who share a love for playing orchestral music. The concert will feature a varied program performed in a warm community setting, offering audiences a chance to hear LSU students collaborate, grow, and make music together.

Join us for the Really, Really New Music Marathon, an afternoon and evening of four back-to-back concerts featuring brand-new works by student composers from the Experimental Music & Digital Media and Composition areas at the LSU School of Music. These performances highlight original music that’s just been created—composed, produced, and performed by students pushing the boundaries of sound and creativity. Come hear what's new, what's bold, and what's next.

Join us for the Really, Really New Music Marathon, an afternoon and evening of four back-to-back concerts featuring brand-new works by student composers from the Experimental Music & Digital Media and Composition areas at the LSU School of Music. These performances highlight original music that’s just been created—composed, produced, and performed by students pushing the boundaries of sound and creativity. Come hear what's new, what's bold, and what's next.

Join us for the Really, Really New Music Marathon, an afternoon and evening of four back-to-back concerts featuring brand-new works by student composers from the Experimental Music & Digital Media and Composition areas at the LSU School of Music. These performances highlight original music that’s just been created—composed, produced, and performed by students pushing the boundaries of sound and creativity. Come hear what's new, what's bold, and what's next.

Join us for the Really, Really New Music Marathon, an afternoon and evening of four back-to-back concerts featuring brand-new works by student composers from the Experimental Music & Digital Media and Composition areas at the LSU School of Music. These performances highlight original music that’s just been created—composed, produced, and performed by students pushing the boundaries of sound and creativity. Come hear what's new, what's bold, and what's next.

Join LSU's renowned Wind Ensemble for its final performance of the Fall semeseter, under the baton of Dr. Damon Talley. This culminating concert will showcase the ensemble’s remarkable precision, power, and musicality through a dynamic program of contemporary works and timeless wind band classics. Don’t miss this powerful conclusion to an unforgettable season of music. Repertoire details will be announced later this summer.

The LSU Chamber Singers is an advanced chamber ensemble that serves as the resident recital choir for graduate students in choral conducting. It is comprised of graduate students and select undergraduate students in the vocal and choral departments. Chamber Singers serves as a training choir for professional choral singing profession, as singers prepare a diverse repertory of music at a high artistic level over a shortened rehearsal period. Their final concert of the season features doctoral student conductor Yimo Li's final DMA recital.

You're invited to celebrate the season with one of the LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts and School of Music's most cherished holiday traditions: the annual Candlelight Concert. Enjoy an inspiring evening of holiday music, spirituals, and seasonal choral works featuring the exceptional voices of LSU's A Cappella Choir, Tiger Glee Club, Gospel Choir, CHorale, and more. This festive concert and treasured tradition fills the air with holiday cheer, sacred sounds, and timeless melodies.