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  • October 05

    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano
  • October 06

    7:30 PM

    Turnstile, the Grammy-winning rock group, will be joined by Slayyyter and Die Spitz in the return of the revered concert experience Day on The Hill, at the University of Kansas, in celebration of Mammoth Live's 20th anniversary.

    • 3 hr 30 min
    Concert
  • October 07

    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Kate Crisler, clarinet
    Wednesday, October 7, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Clarinet
  • October 08

    3:00 PM

    The recital is scheduled to start at 2 PM with the masterclass following immediately after. Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trombone French Horn
    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Ensembles I, II, III Concert
    Thursday, October 8, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Jazz
  • October 09

    8:00 PM
    Songs for a New World
    Friday, October 9, 8:00 PM EDT

    Songs for a New World Music & Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown October 2, 4*, 9, 10, 11*, 2026 Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 (Kyle Renick, Artistic Director) Original Orchestration by Brian Besterman and Jason Robert Brown Jason Robert Brown’s breakthrough Off-Broadway musical explores the pivotal moments that define us. In this powerful, theatrical song cycle, characters stand at the edge of life-altering decisions—confronting uncertainty, risk, and the courage to step into the unknown. Featuring an electrifying score performed by a stellar cast with a live accompaniment, Songs for a New World celebrates the choices that shape who we are and who we have the potential to become. Directed by Michelle Miller Choreographed by Anna Tové Shelton Musical Direction by Jeremy Watson Come support our student performers as they sing their hearts out in this amazing musical! During intermission, make sure to check out the dramaturgy display in the lobby to learn more about Jason Robert Brown. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall (M-F, noon to 5 p.m.), by calling 785-864-3982, or online at kutheatre.com The performances on October 4 & 9 will be available to view via livestream. Livestream tickets can be purchased at Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available the in-person performances. Audio description for the visually impaired may be requested in advance from KU Audio Reader. Read more about venue accessibility at Lidded water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre.

    • 2 hr
    Livestream Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    Join us for a celebration of the 30th Anniversary of Bales Organ Recital Hall. Admission is FREE

    • 1 hr
    Recital Organ
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Soprano
  • October 10

    6:00 PM
    FACULTY RECITAL SERIES: Jung-Won Shin, piano trio
    Saturday, October 10, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:00 PM
    Songs for a New World
    Saturday, October 10, 8:00 PM EDT

    Songs for a New World Music & Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown October 2, 4*, 9, 10, 11*, 2026 Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 (Kyle Renick, Artistic Director) Original Orchestration by Brian Besterman and Jason Robert Brown Jason Robert Brown’s breakthrough Off-Broadway musical explores the pivotal moments that define us. In this powerful, theatrical song cycle, characters stand at the edge of life-altering decisions—confronting uncertainty, risk, and the courage to step into the unknown. Featuring an electrifying score performed by a stellar cast with a live accompaniment, Songs for a New World celebrates the choices that shape who we are and who we have the potential to become. Directed by Michelle Miller Choreographed by Anna Tové Shelton Musical Direction by Jeremy Watson Come support our student performers as they sing their hearts out in this amazing musical! During intermission, make sure to check out the dramaturgy display in the lobby to learn more about Jason Robert Brown. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall (M-F, noon to 5 p.m.), by calling 785-864-3982, or online at kutheatre.com The performances on October 4 & 9 will be available to view via livestream. Livestream tickets can be purchased at Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available the in-person performances. Audio description for the visually impaired may be requested in advance from KU Audio Reader. Read more about venue accessibility at Lidded water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre.

    • 2 hr
    Livestream Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    French Horn
  • October 11

    11:00 AM
    KU Double Reed Day 2026
    Sunday, October 11, 11:00 AM EDT

    2026 KU Double Reed Day For High School Oboists and Bassoonists! October 11 Murphy Hall Hosted by Dr. Margaret Marco, KU Professor of Oboe & Dr. Midori Samson, KU Professor of Bassoon KS & MO All-State Audition Clinics! Double Reed Ensemble! Schedule of Events All events are in Murphy Hall, 1530 Naismith Dr., Lawrence, KS, Room 118 and 130 10:00 AM – Check-in, Room 130 Murphy Hall 10:30 AM - KU Student Performance 11:00-12:30 – KS & MO All-State Audition Music Clinic 12:30-1:00 – Lunch provided by KU Bands 1:00-2:00 – Double Reed Ensemble rehearsal 2:15- Double Reed Ensemble Performance, Room 130. Family and friends welcome to attend concert! Attendance is free but you must register for this event. Register here:

    • 1 hr
    Band Concert Ensemble Oboe Bassoon
    3:00 PM
    Songs for a New World
    Sunday, October 11, 3:00 PM EDT

    Songs for a New World Music & Lyrics by Jason Robert Brown October 2, 4*, 9, 10, 11*, 2026 Crafton-Preyer Theatre, Murphy Hall 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Originally Produced by the WPA Theatre, New York City, 1995 (Kyle Renick, Artistic Director) Original Orchestration by Brian Besterman and Jason Robert Brown Jason Robert Brown’s breakthrough Off-Broadway musical explores the pivotal moments that define us. In this powerful, theatrical song cycle, characters stand at the edge of life-altering decisions—confronting uncertainty, risk, and the courage to step into the unknown. Featuring an electrifying score performed by a stellar cast with a live accompaniment, Songs for a New World celebrates the choices that shape who we are and who we have the potential to become. Directed by Michelle Miller Choreographed by Anna Tové Shelton Musical Direction by Jeremy Watson Come support our student performers as they sing their hearts out in this amazing musical! During intermission, make sure to check out the dramaturgy display in the lobby to learn more about Jason Robert Brown. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall (M-F, noon to 5 p.m.), by calling 785-864-3982, or online at kutheatre.com The performances on October 4 & 9 will be available to view via livestream. Livestream tickets can be purchased at Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available the in-person performances. Audio description for the visually impaired may be requested in advance from KU Audio Reader. Read more about venue accessibility at Lidded water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre.

    • 2 hr
    Livestream Orchestra
    3:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Cameron Lynn, flute
    Sunday, October 11, 3:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Flute
    5:00 PM
    KU Choirs: Treble Choir
    Sunday, October 11, 5:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Chorus
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, October 11, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • October 13

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Connor Bradley, trumpet
    Tuesday, October 13, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
  • October 14

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Rui-An Tseng, cello
    Wednesday, October 14, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Cello
    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Symphony Concert
    Wednesday, October 14, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Wind Ensemble Symphony
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Yu-Tzu Liu, cello
    Wednesday, October 14, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Cello
  • October 15

    6:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    French Horn
    8:30 PM

    Walk Deep A world premiere concert-length song cycle by Forrest Pierce Poetry by Abigail Morgan Prout Dr. Suna Avci Gunther, soprano (University of Nebraska-Lincoln) Dr. Brianna Matzke, piano (Wilmington College)

    • 1 hr
    Piano Soprano
  • October 18

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, October 18, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM
    Susan Werner
    Sunday, October 18, 8:30 PM EDT

    Susan Werner composes skillful songs that effortlessly slide between folk, jazz and pop, all delivered with sassy wit and classic Midwestern charm. Throughout her expansive career, boundless versatility has emerged as a hallmark of Werner’s talent and has proven to be a quintessential ingredient of her engrossing musical personae. Known for her engaging and energetic live show, she continues her reign as one of the most bold and creative forces on the acoustic music scene today. Dubbed by NPR as the “Empress of the Unexpected,” Werner’s album projects cover the genres of folk, rock, pop, gospel, blues and Americana. She is the composer and lyricist of Broadway’s Bull Durham, The Musical.

    • 1 hr
    Jazz
  • October 19

    10:00 AM
    All-State Choir Prep Days
    Monday, October 19, 10:00 AM EDT

    Join the KU Choral Music faculty for a day of All-State music learning, camaraderie, and fun. Please follow these links to the registration page: Oct 19 registration form: Oct 20 registration form: Things to remember: Payment is done via credit card only (please email edugarno@ku.edu if this is not possible for you). We can guarantee the T-shirt for anybody who registers on or before October 8. We will order some extras, but people registering after October 8 will receive T-shirts only while supplies last. We can take regular registrations until two days before the event (so we know how many pizzas to order) The schedule of events: 9:00 - 9:30 - Check In 9:30 - 9:50 - Group Warm Up 9:55 - 10:50 - Sectional Rehearsal 11:00 11:30 - KU Mini Concert + Q&A 11:30 - 12:00 - Lunch (Provided - Pizza) 12:10 - 1:00 - Combined (TB/SA) Rehearsal 1:10 - 2 pm - Full Group Rehearsal 2 -3 pm - Optional Campus Tour Students attending individually / Students from Community Organizations: You can register yourself! Questions? Please email edugarno@ku.edu.

    • 6 hr
    Concert Chorus
  • October 20

    10:00 AM
    All-State Choir Prep Days
    Tuesday, October 20, 10:00 AM EDT

    Join the KU Choral Music faculty for a day of All-State music learning, camaraderie, and fun. Please follow these links to the registration page: Oct 19 registration form: Oct 20 registration form: Things to remember: Payment is done via credit card only (please email edugarno@ku.edu if this is not possible for you). We can guarantee the T-shirt for anybody who registers on or before October 8. We will order some extras, but people registering after October 8 will receive T-shirts only while supplies last. We can take regular registrations until two days before the event (so we know how many pizzas to order) The schedule of events: 9:00 - 9:30 - Check In 9:30 - 9:50 - Group Warm Up 9:55 - 10:50 - Sectional Rehearsal 11:00 11:30 - KU Mini Concert + Q&A 11:30 - 12:00 - Lunch (Provided - Pizza) 12:10 - 1:00 - Combined (TB/SA) Rehearsal 1:10 - 2 pm - Full Group Rehearsal 2 -3 pm - Optional Campus Tour Students attending individually / Students from Community Organizations: You can register yourself! Questions? Please email edugarno@ku.edu.

    • 6 hr
    Concert Chorus
  • October 21

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Yican Wang, piano
    Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Dylan Ulbrich, trumpet
    Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trombone Tenor
  • October 22

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Sunny Liu, piano
    Thursday, October 22, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • October 23

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Jiaming Liang, piano
    Friday, October 23, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Keith Popiel, trumpet
    Friday, October 23, 8:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Xinlin Song, piano
    Friday, October 23, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Levi Kelley, organ
    Friday, October 23, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Organ
  • October 25

    3:00 PM
    Trio Azura
    Sunday, October 25, 3:00 PM EDT

    Trio Azura is quickly emerging as one of today’s most promising young ensembles, characterized by “intelligence and imagination” and “profound emotion” (Gramophone). They are currently the ensemble-in-residence at the Colburn School—where they formed in 2022—and study with Jonathan Brown, Martin Beaver, Clive Greensmith and Fabio Bidini. Most recently, Trio Azura was named a winner of the 2025 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions and appointed YCA Jacobs Fellows, becoming the organization’s first ensemble-in-residence. Trio Azura consists of Canadian violinist Duncan McDougall, South Korean cellist Yejin Hong and Chinese pianist Yanfeng (Tony) Bai. Although they come from different backgrounds, their unique perspectives are a constant source of inspiration. In 2024, the Trio won the Grand Prize, Gold Medal, Lift Every Voice Prize and the Horszowski Trio Prize at the 51st Fischoff National Chamber Music Competition. They are also prize winners at the Schoenfeld International String Competition in Harbin, China.

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert Ensemble Piano Strings Group Violin Voice Cello
    5:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Andrew McDonald, organ
    Sunday, October 25, 5:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Organ
    5:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Voice Chorus
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, October 25, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • October 26

    6:00 PM
    Composition Departmental Recital
    Monday, October 26, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital
    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Combos
    Monday, October 26, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Jazz
  • October 27

    6:00 PM
    VISITING ARTIST SERIES: Aero Saxophone Quartet
    Tuesday, October 27, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Quartet Saxophone
    8:30 PM
    Trombone Choir Concert
    Tuesday, October 27, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Concert Trombone Chorus
  • October 28

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Alec Black, oboe
    Wednesday, October 28, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Oboe
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Luis De Leon, oboe
    Wednesday, October 28, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Oboe
  • October 29

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Shuqi Zhang, voice
    Thursday, October 29, 6:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Orchestra Concert
    Thursday, October 29, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Wind Ensemble Orchestra
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Peifeng Li, piano
    Thursday, October 29, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • October 30

    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
  • November 01

    5:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Ensemble Chorus
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, November 1, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM

    Performers: David Colwell Boris Vayner Daniel Ketter Ellen Sommer Presenters: Martin Nedbal Marek Pechač This event is co-sponsored by the KU School of Music, the Department of Slavic, German, and Eurasian Studies, and the Center for Russian, East European, and Eurasian Studies.

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Recital
  • November 05

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Langzhe Hong, piano
    Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Xinlin Song, piano
    Thursday, November 5, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano
    8:30 PM
    Straight No Chaser
    Thursday, November 5, 8:30 PM EST

    If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties and khakis singing traditional college songs on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser are neither strait-laced nor straight-faced, but neither are they vaudeville-style kitsch. They have emerged as a phenomenon with a massive fanbase and a long list of accomplishments, including 2 RIAA Gold Certified albums, over 1.5 million concert tickets sold, over 1 billion streams on Pandora and over 2 million albums sold worldwide. Straight No Chaser is the real deal, the captivating sound of nine unadulterated human voices coming together to make extraordinary music that is moving people in a fundamental sense… and with a sense of humor.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Voice
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Ensemble
  • November 07

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Howard Yan, piano
    Saturday, November 7, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • November 08

    4:00 PM
    KU Opera Presents: The Old Maid & the Thief
    Sunday, November 8, 4:00 PM EST

    Tickets available beginning October 1st $20 adults/$10 students & seniors School of Music students/faculty/staff

    • 1 hr
    Voice
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, November 8, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    6:00 PM
    The 2026 Tribute to Veterans Gala
    Sunday, November 8, 6:00 PM EST

    The Robert J. Dole Institute of Politics invites you to join us in celebrating veterans of our armed forces at the annual Tribute to Veterans Gala on Sunday, November 8, 2026. Featuring a “Salute to Veterans” from members of the University of Kansas Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) and live music from the Moonlight Serenade Orchestra, the evening brings together community members to celebrate veterans and their families for the service they provided to our country. Admission is free, however a reservation is required. Make your reservation >

    • 4 hr
    Orchestra
    6:00 PM
    KU Fall World Percussion Ensembles Concert
    Sunday, November 8, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Percussion
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Nathan Lynn, flute
    Sunday, November 8, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Flute
  • November 09

    6:00 PM
    Saxophone Studio Recital
    Monday, November 9, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Saxophone
    8:30 PM
    KU Opera Presents: The Old Maid & the Thief
    Monday, November 9, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available beginning October 1st $20 adults/$10 students & seniors School of Music students/faculty/staff

    • 1 hr
    Voice
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital French Horn
  • November 10

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Brent Mead, trombone
    Tuesday, November 10, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trombone
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITALSERIES: Casey Chlapek, horn
    Tuesday, November 10, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    French Horn
    8:30 PM
    KU Opera Presents: The Old Maid & the Thief
    Tuesday, November 10, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available beginning October 1st $20 adults/$10 students & seniors School of Music students/faculty/staff

    • 1 hr
    Voice
  • November 12

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Ruizhe Zhong, piano
    Thursday, November 12, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Elliott Koger, clarinet
    Thursday, November 12, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Clarinet
    8:30 PM
    Lyle Lovett and his Acoustic Group
    Thursday, November 12, 8:30 PM EST

    A singer, composer and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of American music in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel and blues in a convention-defying manner that breaks down barriers. Lovett’s live performances show not only the breadth of this Texas legend’s deep talents, but also the diversity of his influences, making him one of the most compelling and captivating musicians in popular music. Since his self-titled debut in 1986, Lyle Lovett has evolved into one of music’s most vibrant and iconic performers. Among his many accolades, besides the four Grammy Awards, he was given the Americana Music Association’s inaugural Trailblazer Award and was named Texas State Musician. His works, rich and eclectic, are some of the most beloved of any artist working today.

    • 1 hr
    Jazz Voice
  • November 13

    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital French Horn
  • November 14

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Audrey Nolte, soprano
    Saturday, November 14, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Soprano
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Maddie James, voice
    Saturday, November 14, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
  • November 15

    3:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Percussion
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES" Yitong Chen, percussion
    Sunday, November 15, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Percussion
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, November 15, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM
    KU Percussion Group Concert
    Sunday, November 15, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Percussion Group Percussion
  • November 16

    6:00 PM
    Composition Departmental Recital
    Monday, November 16, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital
    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Ensembles II & III Concert
    Monday, November 16, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Jazz
  • November 17

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Wayner Ortega, trumpet
    Tuesday, November 17, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
    8:30 PM
    Viola Studio Recital
    Tuesday, November 17, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Viola
    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Orchestra Concert
    Tuesday, November 17, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Wind Ensemble Orchestra
  • November 18

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Chang He, violin
    Wednesday, November 18, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Violin
    8:30 PM
    Bassoon Studio Recital
    Wednesday, November 18, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Bassoon
  • November 19

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Xiaoyi Zhang, piano
    Thursday, November 19, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Jessi Rhinehart, voice
    Thursday, November 19, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
  • November 20

    8:00 PM
    University Dance Company Fall Concert
    Friday, November 20, 8:00 PM EST

    Fall Dance Concert November 20, 21, 22* 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Due to KU Athletics' schedule, the start time for the Nov. 21 show may change. Please check the website for updates as we get closer to the performance date. Livestream available November 20 & 22. The UDC Fall Concert features ballet, modern contemporary, lyrical, and free, improvised dance styles. Choreographic Fellow Junichi Fukuda, a professor of dance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, has set a contemporary work on a large ensemble of students. He was selected by the dance faculty for the Department’s highly competitive Choreographic Fellowship. KU Professor Jane Barnette and Ariel Nereson, associate professor of dance at the University at Buffalo, debut a piece with ecological overlaps, working with graduate and undergraduate student dancers and collaborators from both schools. KU Dance Faculty Members Ashley Brittingham, Maya Tillman-Rayton, and Christian Boudreaux, are also choreographing for the evening-length repertoire concert. Student performance clubs MOVE @KU and KU Jeeva will also present works. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall, by calling 785-864-3982, or online at dance.ku.edu. Lidded drinks or water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre. Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available these performances. The facilities are accessible to persons using wheelchairs. Requests for special seating accommodations can be made by contacting the University Theatre Box Office, 785-864-3982.. Visit Venue Accessibility for more information.

    • 1 hr 30 min
    Concert Dance Ensemble
    8:00 PM
    KU Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
    Friday, November 20, 8:00 PM EST

    Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Ensemble Jazz Piano
  • November 21

    8:00 PM
    University Dance Company Fall Concert
    Saturday, November 21, 8:00 PM EST

    Fall Dance Concert November 20, 21, 22* 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Due to KU Athletics' schedule, the start time for the Nov. 21 show may change. Please check the website for updates as we get closer to the performance date. Livestream available November 20 & 22. The UDC Fall Concert features ballet, modern contemporary, lyrical, and free, improvised dance styles. Choreographic Fellow Junichi Fukuda, a professor of dance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, has set a contemporary work on a large ensemble of students. He was selected by the dance faculty for the Department’s highly competitive Choreographic Fellowship. KU Professor Jane Barnette and Ariel Nereson, associate professor of dance at the University at Buffalo, debut a piece with ecological overlaps, working with graduate and undergraduate student dancers and collaborators from both schools. KU Dance Faculty Members Ashley Brittingham, Maya Tillman-Rayton, and Christian Boudreaux, are also choreographing for the evening-length repertoire concert. Student performance clubs MOVE @KU and KU Jeeva will also present works. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall, by calling 785-864-3982, or online at dance.ku.edu. Lidded drinks or water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre. Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available these performances. The facilities are accessible to persons using wheelchairs. Requests for special seating accommodations can be made by contacting the University Theatre Box Office, 785-864-3982.. Visit Venue Accessibility for more information.

    • 1 hr 30 min
    Concert Dance Ensemble
  • November 22

    3:00 PM
    Minsoo Sohn, piano
    Sunday, November 22, 3:00 PM EST

    Described by The New York Times as “a genuine artist with a thoughtfully conceived and poetic interpretation,” Minsoo Sohn is a Korean American pianist known for his musical intelligence and masterful virtuosity. Sohn has toured extensively throughout North and South America, Europe and Korea. As a soloist, he has performed alongside leading orchestras, including The Cleveland Orchestra, Boston Symphony, Calgary Philharmonic, Tokyo Philharmonic, Israel Philharmonic, Orchestre Symphonique de Québec, Jerusalem Camerata, Holland Symfonia, National Orchestra of Belgium, Cleveland Chamber Orchestra, Korean National Orchestra and the KBS Symphony, among others. He has collaborated with conductors such as Yannick Nézet-Séguin, Pietari Inkinen and Sasha Goetzel. 2024–25 season highlights included a duo tour with fellow pianist Yunchan Lim across Korea; at the Verbier, Gstaad Menuhin and La Roque d’Antheron festivals in Europe; and a series of recitals playing Beethoven’s Sonatas across Europe—which continued in the 2025–26 season with recitals in Korea, Japan and North America. Sohn is the teacher and mentor of Yunchan Lim, the youngest person to ever win gold at the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition at the age of 18 in 2022.

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Piano Recital Symphony Orchestra
    3:00 PM
    University Dance Company Fall Concert
    Sunday, November 22, 3:00 PM EST

    Fall Dance Concert November 20, 21, 22* 7 p.m., *2 p.m. Due to KU Athletics' schedule, the start time for the Nov. 21 show may change. Please check the website for updates as we get closer to the performance date. Livestream available November 20 & 22. The UDC Fall Concert features ballet, modern contemporary, lyrical, and free, improvised dance styles. Choreographic Fellow Junichi Fukuda, a professor of dance at the Boston Conservatory at Berklee, has set a contemporary work on a large ensemble of students. He was selected by the dance faculty for the Department’s highly competitive Choreographic Fellowship. KU Professor Jane Barnette and Ariel Nereson, associate professor of dance at the University at Buffalo, debut a piece with ecological overlaps, working with graduate and undergraduate student dancers and collaborators from both schools. KU Dance Faculty Members Ashley Brittingham, Maya Tillman-Rayton, and Christian Boudreaux, are also choreographing for the evening-length repertoire concert. Student performance clubs MOVE @KU and KU Jeeva will also present works. Tickets are available in person at the University Theatre Box Office in Murphy Hall, by calling 785-864-3982, or online at dance.ku.edu. Lidded drinks or water bottles are allowed in the Crafton-Preyer Theatre. Infrared hearing-assistive headsets are available these performances. The facilities are accessible to persons using wheelchairs. Requests for special seating accommodations can be made by contacting the University Theatre Box Office, 785-864-3982.. Visit Venue Accessibility for more information.

    • 1 hr 30 min
    Concert Dance Ensemble
    3:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Xiaoyi Zhang, piano
    Sunday, November 22, 3:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano
    3:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Zuwang Chen, piano
    Sunday, November 22, 3:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    5:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Brody Shula, euphonium
    Sunday, November 22, 5:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Euphonium
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, November 22, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM
    KU Chamber Winds Concert
    Sunday, November 22, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert
  • November 23

    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Singers and Jazz Singers 2 Concert
    Monday, November 23, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Jazz Voice
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital French Horn
  • November 24

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Yican Wang, piano
    Tuesday, November 24, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:00 PM
    KU Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
    Tuesday, November 24, 8:00 PM EST

    Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trumpet
  • November 29

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, November 29, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • November 30

    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Kate Crisler, clarinet
    Monday, November 30, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Clarinet
    8:30 PM
    Prairie Fire Concert
    Monday, November 30, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert
  • December 02

    6:00 PM
    Chamber Ensembles Honors Recital
    Wednesday, December 2, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Ensemble Recital
  • December 03

    6:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Shujing Guo, voice
    Thursday, December 3, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
  • December 04

    3:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Yichen Han, piano
    Friday, December 4, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Xinhao Sun, piano
    Friday, December 4, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • December 05

    3:30 PM
    Cello Studio Recital
    Saturday, December 5, 3:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Cello
    6:00 PM
    Oboe Studio Recital
    Saturday, December 5, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Oboe
    8:30 PM
    KU Tuba Euphonium COnsort
    Saturday, December 5, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Tuba Euphonium
  • December 06

    2:30 PM
    Pre-Vespers
    Sunday, December 6, 2:30 PM EST

    Enjoy music of the season featuring a variety of KU musicians and the pipe organ in the Bales Organ Recital Hall. Admission is free and no tickets are required. The performance will end in time to move to the main stage in the Lied Center for the 102nd Annual Vespers concert.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Recital Organ
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, December 6, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    7:30 PM
    Pre-Vespers
    Sunday, December 6, 7:30 PM EST

    Enjoy music of the season featuring a variety of KU musicians and the pipe organ in the Bales Organ Recital Hall. Admission is free and no tickets are required. The performance will end in time to move to the main stage in the Lide Center for the 102nd Annual Vespers concert.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Recital Organ
  • December 07

    6:30 PM
    Intergenerational Choir Concert
    Monday, December 7, 6:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
    7:00 PM

    In this special Christmas edition of their world tour, "La Nueva Generación," the two-time Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble delivers a holiday concert that honors both the magic of Christmas and the cultural vibrancy of Mexico. Experience an unforgettable night as they blend beloved holiday classics with mariachi traditions. Includes reserved seats for the performance, a pre-performance guest lecture and dinner featuring authentic Mexican food and pastries. All reservations must be made by Nov. 27. No refunds will be given after that date. An Osher membership fee of $25 is required to enroll in this class. If you have not paid your membership fee, please click on Osher Membership Fee - Shopping cart to add the membership fee to your shopping cart. Then continue shopping to select your courses and/or events. If you have questions about whether or not you have paid your member fee, please call 785-864-6779. Course Accessibility: Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend University of Kansas-sponsored events. If you require reasonable accommodations in order to participate in an event, please email jayhawkglobal@ku.edu or call 785-864-6779 at least three weeks before the first day of the event.

    • 3 hr
    Concert Ensemble
    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Trombone Bass
    8:30 PM

    Celebrate the holidays with the heartwarming sounds of Mariachi Herencia de México! In this special Christmas edition of their world tour, La Nueva Generación, the 2x Latin Grammy-nominated ensemble delivers a holiday concert that honors both the magic of Christmas and the cultural vibrancy of Mexico. Experience an unforgettable night as they blend beloved holiday classics with mariachi traditions. The historic tradition of mariachi music has its roots of origin in cities such as Guadalajara and Mexico City. As the ever-evolving genre’s influence spread, it reached Chicago and birthed Mariachi Herencia de México. The band has issued six chart-topping albums and has performed all across the North American continent, paving the way for a new generation of mariachi musicians. Nuestra Herencia, their 2017 debut album, topped the Latin streaming charts and earned the band their first Latin Grammy nomination for Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album. 2018’s Herencia de la Tierra Mía and the two-volume series, Esencia (2019) and Esencia, Vol. 2 (2020), charted at the top of all major streaming platforms and industry charts. In 2022, Herederos appeared as the band was performing a wildly successful North American tour. Herederos received a 2023 Latin Grammy nomination for Best Ranchero/Mariachi Album. In 2025, Mariachi Herencia de México released their most ambitious project yet, the groundbreaking album Viva La Música, with five hit singles (“Inolvidable,” “Preciosa,” “La Murga,” “Perdón” and “Caminaré”) that have amassed millions of views and streams worldwide. The young, virtuosic band is comprised of 14 musicians representing a new bicultural generation in the U.S. “Mariachi Herencia de México brings mariachi music to the charts, while staying true to their Mexican roots.” – Billboard “Mariachi Herencia de México takes mariachi music to whole new heights.” – The Chicago Sun-Times

    • 1 hr
    Band Concert Ensemble
  • December 08

    6:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Recital Organ
    8:30 PM
    Saxophone Studio Recital
    Tuesday, December 8, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Saxophone
  • December 09

    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Tzu-Yu Chen, piano
    Wednesday, December 9, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    Student Chamber Music Concert
    Wednesday, December 9, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert
  • December 10

    6:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    6:00 PM
    Jung-Won Shin Piano Studio Recital
    Thursday, December 10, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    Jazz Vespers with Barnaby Bright
    Thursday, December 10, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Jazz
  • December 11

    8:30 PM
    Kim Richey
    Friday, December 11, 8:30 PM EST

    From her critically acclaimed self-titled 1995 debut to Long Way Back… The Songs of Glimmer in 2020, Richey has consistently impressed listeners, garnered accolades and attracted famous fans with her deft songwriting and crystalline vocals, both of which have made her an in-demand collaborator. Richey has penned No.1 hits for Radney Foster (“Nobody Wins”) and Trisha Yearwood (“Believe Me Baby (I Lied)”)—the latter earning her a Grammy nomination for Best Country Song—as well as songs for Mary Chapin Carpenter, Patty Loveless and Brooks and Dunn, among others. Her voice has graced scores of recordings, providing peerless harmonies, including Jason Isbell’s watershed Southeastern, Trisha Yearwood’s Everybody Knows, Heartbreaker by Ryan Adams, Reba McEntire’s Starting Over, and Has Been by Captain Kirk himself, William Shatner. Most recently, Richey co-headlined a night of Brandi Carlile’s “Girls Just Wanna Weekend Festival in Mexico,” sharing the stage with a wide range of artists, including Carlile (who cites Richey as a formative influence), Brandy Clark, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Annie Lennox, Allison Russell and Sarah McLachlan. She was also a special guest at Jason Isbell’s annual Ryman Auditorium residency, sitting in to reprise her role for the anniversary performance of Southeastern. In 2026, Richey hits the road in the U.S. and Europe in support of her latest album, Every New Beginning.

    • 1 hr
    Voice
  • December 12

    3:30 PM
    Community Music School Recital
    Saturday, December 12, 3:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Bing Jiang, voice
    Saturday, December 12, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
    8:00 PM
    Bales Choral Society Concert
    Saturday, December 12, 8:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Kailiang Wei, voice
    Saturday, December 12, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital Voice
  • December 13

    3:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Saxophone
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, December 13, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    6:00 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Yaxuan Gong, piano
    Sunday, December 13, 6:00 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
    8:30 PM
    STUDENT RECITAL SERIES: Jiawen Zhang, piano
    Sunday, December 13, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • December 20

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, December 20, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • December 27

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, December 27, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • January 03

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, January 3, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • January 10

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, January 10, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • January 17

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, January 17, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • January 24

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, January 24, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • January 28

    8:30 PM
    WAITRESS
    Thursday, January 28, 8:30 PM EST

    Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of a way out of her small town and rocky marriage. Pouring her heart into her pies, she crafts desserts that mirror her topsy-turvy life, such as “The Key (Lime) to Happiness Pie” and “Betrayed By My Eggs Pie.” When a baking contest in a nearby county—and a satisfying encounter with someone new—show Jenna a chance at a fresh start, she must find the courage to seize it. Change is on the menu, as long as Jenna can write her own perfectly personal recipe for happiness. Brought to life by a groundbreaking creative team, this hilarious hit Broadway musical features original music and lyrics by Grammy Award-winner Sara Bareilles (“Brave,” “Love Song”), a book by acclaimed screenwriter Jessie Nelson (I Am Sam), original choreography by Lorin Latarro (Mrs. Doubtfire, Chess) and original direction by Tony Award-winner Diane Paulus (1776, Jagged Little Pill, Pippin). “WAITRESS is a little slice of heaven!” says Entertainment Weekly, and is “sweet, sassy and passionate,” according to New York Magazine. “It’s an empowering musical of the highest order!” raves the Chicago Tribune. Don’t miss this uplifting and hilarious musical celebrating friendship, motherhood and the magic of a well-made pie.

    • 1 hr
    Dance
  • January 31

    3:00 PM
    Basso Vox
    Sunday, January 31, 3:00 PM EST

    Basso Vox is a boundary-pushing duo that reimagines the roles and expressive possibilities of the double bass and bassoon in chamber music. Comprising two trailblazing soloists—double bassist Nina Bernat and bassoonist Eleni Katz—the duo brings a distinctly vocal approach to their transcriptions and original repertoire, highlighting the often-overlooked singing qualities of their instruments. In Latin, Basso Vox translates to “bass voice.” Recent and upcoming performance highlights include appearances at Tippet Rise, Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival, Artist Series Concerts of Sarasota, Concerts by the Pond, Music at Evergreen and the Rites of Spring Music Festival. Both originally from Iowa City, IA, Eleni and Nina began collaborating after both individually winning the Concert Artists Guild Victor Elmaleh Competition, and subsequently, joining the prestigious CAG roster.

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert Bass Bassoon Voice Double Bass
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, January 31, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • February 05

    8:30 PM

    Admission is free. No tickets required.

    • 1 hr
    Orchestra
  • February 06

    8:30 PM

    Since 1986, Boston Brass has set out to establish a one-of-a-kind musical experience featuring colorful classical arrangements, burning jazz standards and the best of original brass repertoire. Boston Brass treats audiences to a unique brand of musical entertainment that bridges the ocean of classical formality, delighting regular concertgoers and newcomers alike with great music and boisterous fun in performances across all 50 U.S. states and over 30 countries to date. As part of the KU School of Music’s Prairie Winds Festival, Boston Brass will perform with multiple ensembles including the KU Wind Ensemble (KUWE). Described by The New York Times as “one of America’s most esteemed concert bands,” the KUWE is the premier wind band at the University of Kansas. The group has several highly acclaimed performance credits for commercial CDs on the Klavier, Naxos, Ecstatic, Summit, Cantaloupe and Mark Custom labels. Their Carnegie Hall debut in 2013 was pronounced by Feast of Music as “showing amazing chops in their transitions and an impressive range of dynamics.” Besides Carnegie Hall, KUWE has performed for President Obama in 2015; the national convention of the College Band Directors National Association in 2017; the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in 2018; the Milan, Italy Festival of Bands in 2022; the American Bandmasters Association National Convention in 2023 and was recognized as the 2023 college/university recipient of The American Prize in Band/Wind Ensemble Performance.

    • 1 hr
    Band Brass Concert Ensemble Jazz Wind Ensemble
    8:30 PM

    A Jayhawks Live! event, tickets are available through the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office (785-864-2787 or $25 adults/$14 students Tickets purchased online or over the phone will add a $5 service charge.

    • 1 hr
    Brass Ensemble Wind Ensemble Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    Admission is free. No tickets required.

    • 1 hr
    Orchestra
  • February 07

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, February 7, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • February 11

    8:30 PM

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Symphony Orchestra
  • February 14

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, February 14, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • February 16

    8:30 PM
    Rhiannon Giddens
    Tuesday, February 16, 8:30 PM EST

    Rhiannon Giddens has made a singular, iconic career out of stretching her brand of folk music, with its miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities, into just about every field imaginable. A two-time Grammy Award-winning singer and multi-instrumentalist, MacArthur “Genius” Grant Recipient, Pulitzer Prize winner, and composer of opera, ballet and film, Giddens has centered her work around the mission of lifting up people whose contributions to American musical history have previously been overlooked or erased, as well as advocating for a more accurate understanding of the country’s musical origins through art. Giddens has released three albums under her own name and two in collaboration with Italian multi-instrumentalist Francesco Turrisi, all on Nonesuch Records. American Railroad, her first album in collaboration with the Silkroad Ensemble, was released in November 2024, and her most recent album, a collaboration with Justin Robinson called What Did the Blackbird Say to the Crow, was released in 2025. A founding member of the landmark Black string-band Carolina Chocolate Drops and the all-female banjo supergroup Our Native Daughters, Giddens is as much a curator as a creator. She is the current artistic director of the Yo-Yo Ma-founded Silkroad Ensemble, hosts a TV show on PBS, My Music with Rhiannon Giddens, and has hosted two podcasts (Aria Code from New York City’s NPR affiliate station WQXR, which ran for three seasons, and American Railroad from Silkroad).

    • 1 hr
    Dance Ensemble Voice
  • February 18

    8:30 PM
    Chicago Tap Theatre
    Thursday, February 18, 8:30 PM EST

    Chicago Tap Theatre is a vibrant dance company with a unique mission to preserve the quintessentially American dance form of tap and to take it to the next level of creativity and innovation. The company stands apart from other dance companies by bridging the gap between tap and other forms of concert dance (such as jazz, ballet and modern) by adopting a conceptual, narrative (i.e., story based) and more emotional approach to its work. Chicago Tap Theatre performs exclusively with live music provided by some of Chicago’s finest musicians, playing everything from Duke Ellington to David Bowie and many artists in between. The company has performed the works of Buster Brown, Eddie Brown and Bill Evans, and regularly performs classic, universal tap pieces, such as the BS Chorus and the Shim Sham. Chicago Tap Theatre has performed in traditional and non-traditional settings, including the historic Green Mill, Jazz Dance World Festival, the New York Musical Theatre Festival and Lollapalooza. Additionally, the company offers master classes and workshops. Artistic Director Mark Yonally is a sought-after master teacher in tap dance, improvisation, tap and jazz music history, and music theory for dancers.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Dance Jazz Chorus
  • February 19

    8:30 PM
    Contemporary Music Recital
    Friday, February 19, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Recital
  • February 21

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, February 21, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • February 28

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, February 28, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • March 01

    8:30 PM
    Legally Blonde The Musical
    Monday, March 1, 8:30 PM EST

    OMG you guys!!! Legally Blonde The Musical is coming to Lawrence, Kansas! Fabulously fun and international award-winning Legally Blonde The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to girl power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be both legally blonde AND the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, topical story touches on many current hot-button issues, while delighting audiences with memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde warms the heart by proving that self-discovery never goes out of style! Elle Woods appears to have it all. Her life is turned upside down, however, when her boyfriend dumps her so he can start getting more serious about his life and attend Harvard Law. Determined to get him back, Elle uses her brain and ingenuity to get into Harvard, too. School begins with endless struggles, but with the help of her new friends, Elle quickly realizes her potential, and her true assets, as she sets out to prove herself to the world and make everyone a believer. Based on the iconic movie, Legally Blonde will take you from the sorority house to the halls of justice with Broadway’s brightest heroine and, of course, her Chihuahua, Bruiser. “A high-energy… hymn to the glories of girlishness.” – The New York Times

    • 1 hr
    Dance
  • March 04

    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Symphony & KU Symphonic Band Concert
    Thursday, March 4, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Band Concert Wind Ensemble Symphony
  • March 06

    8:30 PM
    Scholarship Concert
    Saturday, March 6, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert
  • March 07

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, March 7, 6:00 PM EST

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • March 08

    8:30 PM
    Emmet Cohen Trio
    Monday, March 8, 8:30 PM EST

    Emmet Cohen is widely regarded as a leading jazz pianist of his generation and a defining force in the evolution of the art form. A virtuoso musician, producer and bandleader, he combines deep respect for jazz tradition with a singular ability to create connection, community and momentum in the modem era. Cohen has released 12 albums as a leader and is the producer and creative force behind Live From Emmet’s Place, a landmark series comprising over 140 two-hour livestream performances, featuring hundreds of musicians spanning generations and reaching more than 100 million views worldwide. The series continues from Power Station NYC, having grown from an intimate broadcast into a global cultural platform. A Mack Avenue recording artist, Cohen has performed in over 40 countries, serves as host of The Jazz Cruise and a member of its programming team, and he has been chosen as artistic partner of the 2027 American Piano Awards. He was named DownBeat Readers Poll Pianist of the Year (2025) and, in 2023, received both Pianist of the Year and Livestream Producer of the Year honors from the Jazz Journalists Association.

    • 1 hr
    Jazz Piano
  • March 10

    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Orchestra & KU University Band Concert
    Wednesday, March 10, 8:30 PM EST

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Band Concert Wind Ensemble Orchestra
  • March 11

    8:30 PM
    Lift Every Voice Concert
    Thursday, March 11, 8:30 PM EST

    • 1 hr
    Concert Voice
  • March 14

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, March 14, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • March 21

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, March 21, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • March 24

    8:30 PM
    New York Philharmonic String Quartet
    Wednesday, March 24, 8:30 PM EDT

    The New York Philharmonic String Quartet comprises four principal musicians from the Philharmonic: Concertmaster Frank Huang (The Charles E. Culpeper Chair), Principal Second Violin Qianqian Li, Principal Viola Cynthia Phelps (The Mr. and Mrs. Frederick P. Rose Chair) and Principal Cello Carter Brey (The Fan Fox and Leslie R. Samuels Chair). The group was formed in January 2017 during the Philharmonic’s 175th anniversary season. The New York Philharmonic String Quartet made its debut as the solo ensemble in John Adams’s Absolute Jest in New York in March 2017 and reprised the work on the orchestra’s 2017 European spring tour. All four members are multiple-prize winners, have appeared as concerto soloists with the Philharmonic and orchestras around the world, and have appeared frequently in the Philharmonic’s chamber music series at David Geffen Hall and Merkin Concert Hall.

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert Ensemble Strings Group Quartet Viola Violin Cello Orchestra
  • March 28

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, March 28, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • March 30

    8:30 PM

    Willie Jones III is one of the world’s most celebrated drummers in modern jazz. As a band leader, the “astute hard-bop drummer” (The New York Times), has sold-out series of sets at Dizzy’s Club in New York City, Club 1905 in Portland, the Kirk Douglas Theatre in Los Angeles, Club Bebop in Buenos Aires and Bimhuis in Amsterdam. His band has performed for crowds at full capacity at Central Park SummerStage and the New York City Winter Jazz Festival. The Los Angeles-born musician performed in the Roy Hargrove Quintet from 1998 to 2006. He was also one of two drummers in Hargrove’s powerhouse group RH Factor. Jones has been featured on performances and tours with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis and as a drummer of choice for legendary artists, including Sonny Rollins, Ernestine Anderson, Bobby Hutcherson, Cedar Walton, Frank Wess, Bill Charlap, Michael Brecker, Herbie Hancock and Hank Jones. Jones will perform with KU Jazz Ensemble I, led by Dan Gailey, director of Jazz Studies. Jazz Ensemble I is the flagship ensemble within the Jazz Studies program at the University of Kansas. The program has received 37 DownBeat Student Music Awards, including Jazz Ensemble I’s 2023, 2021, 2019 and 2015 awards in the Graduate Division for Best College Big Band in the United States or Canada, and their Outstanding Performance Awards in the same division in 2024, 2022 and 2017. Jazz Ensemble I has had the distinction of performing with such noted guest artists as Toshiko Akiyoshi, Clark Terry, Camila Meza, Kurt Rosenwinkel, Anat Cohen, Sean Jones, Camille Thurman, Kneebody, Renee Rosnes, Michael Dease, Steve Wilson, Tia Fuller, Dave Douglas, Louie Bellson, Jeff Coffin, Tim Ries, Peter Erskine, Vince Mendoza, Conrad Herwig, Bob Sheppard, Gary Foster, Steve Houghton, Bob Mintzer, Bobby Shew, Carl Fontana, Dick Oatts, Frank Mantooth, Ingrid Jensen, Jon Hendricks, Pete Christlieb and many others.

    • 1 hr
    Band Ensemble Jazz Percussion Quintet Orchestra
    8:30 PM

    A Jayhawks Live! event, tickets are available through the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office (785-864-2787 or $25 adults/$14 students

    • 1 hr
    Ensemble Jazz Percussion
  • March 31

    8:00 PM
    Cirque Kalabanté
    Wednesday, March 31, 8:00 PM EDT

    Cirque Kalabanté is a Montreal-based multidisciplinary circus company specializing in African arts, featuring energetic dance routines, inspiring music and gravity-defying acrobatics that will amaze the whole family. Cirque Kalabanté’s show WOW (World of Words) is an unexpected stage experience where art becomes dialogue and movement a universal language. Experience the immersive show exploring the transmission of knowledge, the meeting of cultures and the magic of shared respect. Between ancestral rituals and aerial innovations, WOW (World of Words) erases boundaries and builds bridges between tradition and modernity. Kalabanté Productions was created by Yamoussa Bangoura, a multidisciplinary artist of Guinean origin who has performed with Cirque Éloize, Cavalia and Cirque du Soleil, among other companies. Yamoussa dreamt of founding a circus school and an international show production company specializing in the African arts, a dream that was realized in 2007. The company began by performing shows in Quebec and, over the years, expanded to all of Canada, the U.S., and now all over the world. The studio/school in Montreal offers classes in African dance, cirque and drumming. Kalabanté Productions is proud to be able to share their work, achievements and skills to inspire others and to assist with the humanitarian mission to help the Guinean community, from which Yamoussa and many of his company members come.

    • 1 hr
    Dance
  • April 04

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, April 4, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • April 06

    8:30 PM
    Chanticleer
    Tuesday, April 6, 8:30 PM EDT

    Known around the world for its eclectic repertoire and dazzling virtuosity, the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer, under the leadership of Music Director Tim Keeler, has been hailed by The Boston Globe as “breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of blend, of color and swagger of style.” Founded in San Francisco in 1978 by singer and musicologist Louis Botto, Chanticleer quickly took its place as one of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world—an “orchestra of voices” performing thousands of live concerts and selling more than one million recordings. Rooted in the Renaissance, Chanticleer’s repertoire has expanded to include a wide range of classical, gospel, jazz and popular music, and the group performs its beloved A Chanticleer Christmas program on tour every December. A new Christmas album, Joy to the World, was released in fall 2025. With a deep commitment to the commissioning of new compositions and arrangements, Chanticleer foregrounds American repertoire and a distinctively American sound, complementing the group’s signature diversity in terms of membership and genre. The ensemble has dedicated much of its vast recording catalog to these commissions, garnering Grammy Awards for its recordings of Sir John Tavener’s Lamentations & Praises and the ambitious collection of commissioned works entitled Colors of Love. Chanticleer’s 2002 album, Our American Journey, was inducted into the National Recording Registry of the Library of Congress in 2025.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Jazz Voice Orchestra
  • April 08

    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Combos
    Thursday, April 8, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Jazz
  • April 09

    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Piano Recital
  • April 11

    3:00 PM
    Chelsea Guo, soprano and piano
    Sunday, April 11, 3:00 PM EDT

    Winner of the 2022 Young Concert Artists Susan Wadsworth International Auditions, New York-born and Connecticut-raised Chelsea Guo is equally acclaimed as a pianist and soprano. A recent graduate of The Juilliard School, she has quickly established an international presence with performances across North America, Europe and Asia. She has appeared at Italy’s Fazioli Piano Festival, Spain’s Sociedad Filarmónica de A Coruña, Germany’s Moritzburg Festival, and in leading venues including Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and Wigmore Hall. At San Diego’s 2023 Mainly Mozart Festival, she drew praise for her versatility, appearing as soprano soloist in Mahler’s Symphony No. 4 under Michael Francis and, two nights later, as pianist in Shostakovich’s Piano Concerto No. 2. She has also performed with such orchestras as the New Jersey Symphony and Fort Worth Symphony, collaborating with conductors including Barry Douglas, Xian Zhang, Michael Stern and Michael Francis. Since her historic YCA win—the first artist honored as both pianist and vocalist—Chelsea has made recital debuts at New York’s Merkin Hall and Washington, D.C.’s Kennedy Center. Recent highlights include the gala opening of The Florida Orchestra, a duo recital with baritone Joseph Parrish at Kansas City’s Harriman-Jewell Series and Handel’s Messiah with the Richmond Symphony.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Piano Recital Soprano Voice Symphony Orchestra Baritone
    5:00 PM

    Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Voice Chorus
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, April 11, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • April 12

    8:00 PM

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Percussion
  • April 13

    8:30 PM
    KU Jazz Combos
    Tuesday, April 13, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Jazz
  • April 14

    4:00 PM
    International Jayhawk Festival
    Wednesday, April 14, 4:00 PM EDT

    The 11th Annual International Jayhawk Festival will return on Wednesday, April 14, 2027, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Burge Union. The event is an opportunity for all Jayhawks to celebrate our global community and international engagement. The event will include free t-shirts, food, fashion show, performances, activities, and a study abroad fair. All are welcome. Student groups and academic units will offer intercultural activities, demonstrations and/or global trivia. Students can meet with advisors from study abroad, discuss academic programs with area studies representatives and language departments, connect with foreign language clubs, explore international career opportunities and learn about international student organizations.

    • 2 hr
    Organ
    8:30 PM
    KU Symphony Orchestra Concert
    Wednesday, April 14, 8:30 PM EDT

    Join us for the “Season Finale” April 14th Creston Herron, music director Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43 - Jean Sibelius Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Symphony Orchestra
  • April 15

    8:00 PM
    KU Philharmonic Orchestra Concert
    Thursday, April 15, 8:00 PM EDT

    Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Orchestra
  • April 16

    8:30 PM

    • 1 hr
    Saxophone
  • April 18

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, April 18, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • April 20

    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Symphony Concert
    Tuesday, April 20, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Wind Ensemble Symphony
  • April 22

    8:30 PM
    KU Wind Orchestra Concert
    Thursday, April 22, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Wind Ensemble Orchestra
  • April 25

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, April 25, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
    8:30 PM
    KU Chamber Winds Concert
    Sunday, April 25, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Chamber Music Concert
  • April 26

    8:30 PM
    Prairie Fire Concert
    Monday, April 26, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Concert
  • April 27

    8:30 PM

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Band Concert
  • April 30

    8:30 PM
    Opera Workshop
    Friday, April 30, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Voice
  • May 01

    8:30 PM
    Opera Workshop
    Saturday, May 1, 8:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Voice
  • May 02

    3:30 PM
    Opera Workshop
    Sunday, May 2, 3:30 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Voice
    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, May 2, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • May 03

    1:00 PM
    Choral Clinic Crimson Concert
    Monday, May 3, 1:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
    7:00 PM
    Intergenerational Choir Concert
    Monday, May 3, 7:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
  • May 04

    8:30 PM
    Jazz Ensemble I & Jazz Singers Concert
    Tuesday, May 4, 8:30 PM EDT

    Tickets available at the Lied Center of Kansas Box Office starting September 1st. Adults $11 and students & seniors $8. Tickets may be purchased at the Lied Center Box Office or online at lied.ku.edu or over the phone at 785-864-2787. *Tickets purchased online or over the phone add a $5 order fee.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Ensemble Jazz Voice
  • May 05

    1:00 PM
    Choral Clinic Blue Concert
    Wednesday, May 5, 1:00 PM EDT

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
    8:30 PM
    KU Choirs: All Choirs Concert
    Wednesday, May 5, 8:30 PM EDT

    Admission is free.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Chorus
  • May 09

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, May 9, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • May 16

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, May 16, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • May 23

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, May 23, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • May 30

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, May 30, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • June 06

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, June 6, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • June 13

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, June 13, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • June 20

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, June 20, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • June 27

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, June 27, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • July 04

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, July 4, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • July 11

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, July 11, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • July 18

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, July 18, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • July 25

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, July 25, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • August 01

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, August 1, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • August 08

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, August 8, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • August 15

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, August 15, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • August 22

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, August 22, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon
  • August 29

    6:00 PM
    Concerts at the Campanile
    Sunday, August 29, 6:00 PM EDT

    Carillon concert. Dr. Elizabeth Egbert Berghout, KU University Carillonist, and guest carillonists perform on the 53 bronze bells housed in the historic World War II Memorial Campanile. A few stone benches are available for seating on Campanile Hill; however listeners may choose to bring additional blankets or lawn chairs. The sound of the carillon is best at least 200 feet from the tower. In the event of inclement weather the concert will be canceled.

    • 1 hr
    Concert Carillon