Launch the 2026–27 Master Players season with Australia's internationally acclaimed guitar duo, Ziggy & Miles, making their Delaware debut. Praised for their "deeply considered musicianship, immaculate care and superlative technique," these award-winning brothers from Melbourne captivate audiences with extraordinary artistry and remarkable musical chemistry. Winners of numerous international competitions and the 2024–25 Musicians-in-Residence at Harvard University's Dumbarton Oaks, Ziggy & Miles promise an unforgettable event showcasing the beauty and brilliance of the classical guitar.

Launch the 2026–27 Master Players season with Australia’s internationally acclaimed guitar duo, Ziggy & Miles, making their Delaware debut.

Nate Peterson presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Nate Peterson presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Brianne Borden performing a Faculty Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Brianne Borden performing a Faculty Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Megan Harkness presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Megan Harkness presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Mia Alexander presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Mia Alexander presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Kalina Dolan presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Kalina Dolan presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Robert Koteen presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Robert Koteen presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Christiana Winds, Faculty Ensemble

Christiana Winds, Faculty Ensemble.

Melanie Robinson presents their Student Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Melanie Robinson presents their Student Recital at Gore Recital Hall

UD Lyric Theatre performing Dear Evan Hansen at Mitchell Hall.

UD Lyric Theatre performing Dear Evan Hansen at Mitchell Hall

Max Niedziejko presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Max Niedziejko presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Raelyn Luft presents their Senior Recital at Bayard Sharp Hall.

Raelyn Luft presents their Senior Recital at Bayard Sharp Hall

Gracie Caliguari presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Gracie Caliguari presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Autumn Capes presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Autumn Capes presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Hailey Wells presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Hailey Wells presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Amalia Messic presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Amalia Messick presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Amalia Messic presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Join. us for an evening of music presented by guest artist Kristen Mather De Andrade

Join us for an evening of music presented by guest artist Kristen Mather De Andrade.

Join us for a Faculty Recital presented by Heidi Lucas

Join us for a Faculty Recital presented by Heidi Lucas.

The two University of Delaware Jazz Ensembles will be perfoming a variety of arrangements. *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales.

The two University of Delaware Jazz Ensembles will be performing a variety of arrangements.

Eliana Tucker presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Eliana Tucker presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Clay Mattson presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Clay Mattson presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

The UD Chorale is among the most highly regarded college choirs in the Eastern United States.

The UD Chorale is among the most highly regarded college choirs in the Eastern United States. In recent years, the choir has been invited to perform on both regional and national conventions of the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA). They have also performed at Carnegie Hall in New York and Verizon Hall in Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center for the Arts. In addition to annual regional tours, the Chorale has traveled extensively throughout Europe and Asia. *Processing fees apply to online orders. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Center for the Arts Box Office located at 100 Orchard Road, Newark, DE, and at the doors beginning 1 hour prior to showtime on a space available basis.

The UD Chorale is among the most highly regarded college choirs in the Eastern United States. In recent years, the choir has been invited to perform on both regional and national conventions of the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA). They have also performed at Carnegie Hall in New York and Verizon Hall in Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center for the Arts. In addition to annual regional tours, the Chorale has traveled extensively throughout Europe and Asia. *Processing fees apply to online orders. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Center for the Arts Box Office located at 100 Orchard Road, Newark, DE, and at the doors beginning 1 hour prior to showtime on a space available basis.

The UD Chorale is among the most highly regarded college choirs in the Eastern United States.

An evening of Jazz presented by the Faculty Ensemble

An evening of Jazz presented by the Faculty Ensemble.

An evening of music presented by the Zephyria Wind Quintet.

An evening of music presented by the Zephyria Wind Quintet

An evening of Music at the Puglisi - Program details to follow; *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales

An evening of Music at the Puglisi - Program details to follow.

An evening of Percussion at the Puglisi

An evening of Percussion at the Puglisi.

School of Music graduate fellowship ensembles offer a focused, collaborative chamber music experience. Fellowship ensembles combine individual musical virtuosity with the shared spirit of ensemble playing, building flexibility, teamwork, leadership, communication, and entrepreneurial skills for students. Additionally, students engage in a wide variety of professional development and community engagement initiatives, including outreach tours throughout the Mid-Atlantic, recording projects, and commissioning projects.

School of Music graduate fellowship ensembles offer a focused, collaborative chamber music experience.

An evening of music performed by the Horn Ensemble

An evening of music performed by the Horn and Tuba-Euphonium Ensembles.

An evening of music performed by the Horn Ensemble.

An evening of Brass presented by the Faculty Ensemble.

An evening of Brass presented by the Faculty Ensemble

Angel Serrano presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Angel Serrano presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

William Schwantes presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

William Schwantes presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Ryan Smith presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Ryan Smith presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Riley Chertcoff presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Riley Chertcoff presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Master Players presents a recital unlike any in its history. Award-winning musician Chelsea Guo first captivates audiences as a brilliant concert pianist before returning to the stage as a soaring soprano. Winner of the prestigious Young Concert Artists Competition, Guo has appeared on many of the world's leading concert and opera stages. This rare opportunity to experience two remarkable artistic voices in one performer promises an afternoon of versatility, elegance and inspiration.

The Practical Studies in World Percussion Class and Steelband present a concert of music featuring a cross-cultural study of percussion and steelband music of Trinidad and Tobago.

The Practical Studies in World Percussion Class and Steelband present a concert of music featuring a cross-cultural study of percussion and steelband music of Trinidad.

Master Players presents a recital unlike any in its history.

UD’s Resound Gospel Choir uses "Gospel music as the primary vehicle of learning elements of vocal technique, lyric diction, live instrumental collaboration, improvisation, historical context, and stylistic interpretations within the Gospel genre." *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales

UD’s Resound Gospel Choir uses Gospel music as the primary vehicle of learning elements of vocal technique.

Rose Kibelstis presents their Junior Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Rose Kibelstis presents their Junior Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

The Calidore String Quartet is recognized as one of the world’s foremost interpreters of a vast chamber music repertory.

The Calidore String Quartet is recognized as one of the world’s foremost interpreters of a vast chamber music repertory, from the quartet cycles of Beethoven and Mendelssohn to works by celebrated contemporary composers such as György Kurtág, Jörg Widmann and Caroline Shaw. For more than a decade, the quartet has performed and held residencies at major venues and festivals around the world, released multiple critically acclaimed recordings and won numerous awards. Mark-Anthony Turnage — Arietta: Variations on an Arietta by Beethoven Caroline Shaw — Blueprint Caroline Shaw — And So Samuel Adams — String Quartet No. 3, “Alma” Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales.

The Calidore String Quartet is recognized as one of the world’s foremost interpreters of a vast chamber music repertory.

Louise Howard presents their Senior Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Louise Howard presents their Senior Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Members of the Trombone Choir & Trumpet Ensemble present an evening of music for brass instruments.

Members of the Trombone Choir & Trumpet Ensemble present an evening of music for brass instruments.

Emily Samuel presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Emily Samuel presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Emily Samuel presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

Helen Shamizikojabad presents their Junior Recital at Bayard Sharp Halls

Helen Shamizikojabad presents their Junior Recital at Bayard Sharp Halls.

Micah McCready presents their Graduate Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Micah McCready presents their Graduate Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

UD Lyric Theatre presents Autumn in New York: A Fall Day Cabaret.

UD Lyric Theatre presents Autumn in New York: A Fall Day Cabaret ​The University of Delaware Lyric Theatre is the resident opera company at the University of Delaware. Lyric Theatre produces two fully staged operas each year with orchestra in the original language, including a series of contemporary chamber works, OPERA:NOW. ​Lyric Theatre Workshop provides opportunities for students to study and perform new works and individual scenes.

Jose Guerra presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall

Schola Cantorum is the Symphonic Choir at the University of Delaware that is open to students, faculty, staff and community members who love to sing! Under the direction of Paul D. Head, Schola regularly performs large works such as Orff’s Carmina Burana, Brahms Requiem, Mozart C Minor Mass, and the Rutter Gloria with the UD, Newark, and Delaware Symphony Orchestras. Schola incorporates students, faculty, alumni, and members of the community, and provides a place for anyone who loves to sing to get to perform high-octane choral works. *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales

Schola Cantorum is the Symphonic Choir at the University of Delaware.

Jose Guerra presents their Degree Recital at Gore Recital Hall.

The UD Symphonic Band is a group of 60-70 wind and percussion instrumentalists.

The UD Symphonic Band is a group of 60-70 wind and percussion instrumentalists. Membership is open to all students from all majors at the University. The Symphonic Band performs standard concert band literature as well as transcriptions and music originally written for wind band. *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales.

Students from the UD School of Music present a variety of works for small ensembles.

Students from the UD School of Music present a variety of works for small ensembles.

Students from the UD School of Music present a variety of works for small ensembles.

Students from the UD School of Music present a variety of works for small ensembles.

Join us for an entertaining evening of jazz at Gore Recital Hall!

Join us for an entertaining evening of jazz at Gore Recital Hall!

The University of Delaware Community Music School (UDCMS) is committed to providing quality music education to students of all ages and levels of ability.

The University of Delaware Community Music School (UDCMS) is committed to providing quality music education to students of all ages and levels of ability while providing professional experience to UD School of Music students.​ Join us as CMS presents an early evening showcase.

Percussionist Damon Grant will present a masterclass for the University of Delaware percussion studio.

Percussionist Damon Grant will present a masterclass for the University of Delaware percussion studio. This event is funded by the University's Committee on Cultural Activities and Public Events (CAPE)

Join us for an evening of performance presented by the UD Music and Dance departments

The Chamber Music Collective is UD's premier chamber ensemble, which is comprised of graduate students in the Master of Chamber Music Degree. Join us as we present a diverse collection of mixed chamber works, featuring brand new compositions written specifically for the ensemble through a collaboration with the music composition program at UD.

The Collegium Musicum provides instrumentalists and vocalists the opportunity to study and perform music from the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. The Collegium comprises a number of chamber ensembles formed around the interests and abilities of its members, providing the opportunity to learn new instruments and performance styles and to perform in formal and informal settings.

The University of Delaware Graduate Percussion Spring Concert will feature a wide range of musical tastes. We will perform two premiered works, one of which being a brand new 2026 commission. The program will also contain both the old and new percussion standards in our repertoire. We are so excited to share an evening of captivating music with our community! The award winning Graduate Percussion Group is a fully funded fellowship program. Each member is awarded a fellowship for their studies at UD by co-directing and performing in this ensemble. Coached and mentored by the faculty ensemble in residence (Quey Percussion Duo), the Graduate Percussion Group is actively engaged in artistic creativity on a daily basis through rehearsing, performing, and administration of a self-sustaining ensemble that straddles the line between collegiate and professional performing experiences. The Graduate Percussion Group presents regular programs throughout the year in addition to numerous projects related to audio recording, video production, outreach, recruiting, competitions, and composer-performer experiences. Graduate Percussion Group members also often perform side-by-side with guest and faculty artists. In addition to performances, as a self-sustaining ensemble, each student will assume administrative roles to guarantee the success of the ensemble such as scheduling, programming, recruiting, outreach, marketing and promotion, and social media management to name a few.

The University of Delaware Wind Ensemble (UDWE) is the premier wind band at the University of Delaware and is comprised of approximately 50 of the finest woodwind, brass, and percussion student performers in the School of Music. The UD Wind Ensemble is dedicated to presenting a wide variety of repertoire—both full ensemble and chamber, from 17th century through the present day, established works in the band repertory to cutting edge contemporary literature. The ensemble is committed to artistic collaboration, and regularly works with School of Music faculty artists, guest performers, composers, and conductors, as well as non-musician artists and scholars. Additionally, the ensemble dedicates significant effort to the support of secondary school musicians, regularly inviting student groups to join the UDWE for side-by-side rehearsal and performance experiences. *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales.

CANCELLED

The University of Delaware Concert Choir is a chorus open to all university students dedicated to the performance of unaccompanied and accompanied choral music from a variety of genres, typically directed by Dr. Aimee Pearsall-Kramer. In fall 2025, the ensemble will be directed by Dr. Paul Head. Resound is the University of Delaware’s choral ensemble devoted to the performance of music from the Black Diaspora. While gospel music and its unique performance practice are central to the ensemble’s identity, Resound also performs a diverse array of sacred and secular works composed by Black composers, celebrating the depth and breadth of this rich musical heritage. *Processing fees apply to online orders. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Center for the Arts Box Office located at 100 Orchard Road, Newark, DE, and at the doors beginning 1 hour prior to showtime on a space available basis.

Join UD Chorale, Concert Choir, and Schola Cantorum in the conclusion of this semester’s choral endeavors, featuring an annual tradition 28 years in the making! Under the direction of Dr. Paul D. Head, three of the University of Delaware choral ensembles come together to present "Carols by Candlelight," a Choral Christmas Celebration. Two presentations of this program will be offered this year, an afternoon performance at 3PM and an evening performance at 5:30PM. *Processing fees apply to online orders. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Center for the Arts Box Office located at 100 Orchard Road, Newark, DE, and at the doors beginning 1 hour prior to showtime on a space available basis.

Join UD Chorale, Concert Choir, and Schola Cantorum in the conclusion of this semester’s choral endeavors, featuring an annual tradition 28 years in the making! Under the direction of Dr. Paul D. Head, three of the University of Delaware choral ensembles come together to present "Carols by Candlelight," a Choral Christmas Celebration. Two presentations of this program will be offered this year, an afternoon performance at 3PM and an evening performance at 5:30PM. *Processing fees apply to online orders. Tickets can be purchased online, in person at the Center for the Arts Box Office located at 100 Orchard Road, Newark, DE, and at the doors beginning 1 hour prior to showtime on a space available basis.

The UD Composers Showcase is a platform that showcases works freshly written by composers studying music composition at UD as well as contemporary pieces. Its aim is to foster and cultivate composer-performers, while creating a space for collaboration among composers and students at the UD School of Music.

The two University of Delaware Jazz Ensembles will be perfoming a variety of arrangements. *Transaction fees apply to online ticket sales.

Making a highly anticipated return, Master Players' Ensemble-in-Residence, 6-WIRE (Sean Gao, violin, Cathy Yang erhu and zither, and Matthew Brower, piano), performs an electrifying program of world and jazz music that blends with musical traditions from around the world. During this fun event, 6-WIRE welcomes an exceptional roster of guest artists, including Grammy-winning bassist Miles Brown, virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Todd Groves, acclaimed jazz vibrophonist Harvey Price, and legendary drummer Sherrie Maricle of the DIVA Jazz Orchestra among others. Together they create an event of dazzling improvisation, vibrant cross-cultural collaboration, and unforgettable musical energy.

Celebrate the remarkable musicians whose lives are deeply connected to Delaware in this elegant chamber music gala featuring Mozart’s Flute Quartet in D Major and Clarinet Quintet in A Major, as well as Fauré’s Piano Quartet in C Minor. Joining Master Players founder and violinist Sean Gao are an exceptional group of internationally acclaimed artists, including University of Delaware’s leading faculty musicians Elias Goldstein, violist; Eileen Grycky, flutist; and Christopher Nichols, clarinetist. The concert will also feature UD alumnus Daniel Seymour, violinist of the Orlando Philharmonic; concert pianist and composer Jeff Sharkey, President of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland; and acclaimed British cellist Alison Wells. Together they bring warmth, virtuosity and extraordinary artistry to some of chamber music's most beloved works.

Master Players proudly presents its first-ever solo harp recital, featuring internationally acclaimed harp virtuoso Emily Levin. Through music spanning more than a century, Levin explores the harp's extraordinary evolution—from shimmering lyricism to bold contemporary expression. Featuring masterpieces by harpists and composers Carlos Salzedo, Marcel Tournier, Caroline Lizotte, Brandee Younger, Benjamin Britten, Elliott Carter, Germaine Tailleferre, Jonathan Cziner and others, this captivating program reveals the remarkable colors, expressive range and breathtaking beauty of one of the world's oldest and most enchanting instruments.