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Double Reed Day 2026
Saturday, October 3, 11:30 AM EDTJoin double reed faculty Emily Tsai and Joseph Grimmer for an afternoon of double reed-related activities including Q&As, performances and masterclasses.
8:00 PMBeethoven's Symphony No. 3, 'Eroica': UMD Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, October 3, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica,” a revolutionary masterwork that influenced symphonic form for centuries after its debut.
• 1 hrSymphony Orchestra8:00 PMBeethoven's Symphony No. 3, 'Eroica': UMD Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, October 3, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Symphony Orchestra opens its 2026–27 season with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, “Eroica,” a revolutionary masterwork that influenced symphonic form for centuries after its debut.
• 2 hrSymphony Orchestra -
6:30 PM
ARHU Dean's Lecture Series with Angélique Kidjo
Monday, October 5, 6:30 PM EDTAngélique Kidjo sits down with ARHU Dean Stephanie Shonekan for a poignant conversation about music, cultural fluency and global advocacy.
• 1 hr6:30 PMARHU Dean's Lecture Series with Angélique Kidjo
Monday, October 5, 6:30 PM EDTAngélique Kidjo sits down with ARHU Dean Stephanie Shonekan for a poignant conversation about music, cultural fluency and global advocacy.
• 1 hr 30 min -
7:30 PM
An Evening of Art Song: Maryland Opera Studio
Friday, October 9, 7:30 PM EDTJoin the Maryland Opera Studio for an art song recital spotlighting the studio’s newest artists.
• 2 hr7:30 PMEvening of Art Song: Maryland Opera Studio
Friday, October 9, 7:30 PM EDTJoin the Maryland Opera Studio for an art song recital spotlighting the studio’s newest artists.
• 1 hr 30 min -
1:30 PM
Bach Cantata Series: UMD Choral Activities
Thursday, October 15, 1:30 PM EDTJ.S. Bach, known as the great master, wrote more than 200 cantatas, and UMD Choral Activities aims to sing them all in this series of short performances led by conductors in the graduate program.
• 1 hr -
8:00 PM
UMD University Orchestra Concert
Tuesday, October 20, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD University Orchestra performs its October Concert.
• 2 hrOrchestra -
7:00 PM
High School Choir Invitational: UMD Choral Activities
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00 PM EDTThe UMD High School Choir Invitational puts the spotlight on the future of choral music as talented high schools from throughout the DMV gather for vibrant performances alongside the UMD Chamber Singers and University Chorale.
• 2 hr -
5:00 PM
Student Degree Recital: Jared Yoakem, D.M.A. Lecture Recital
Friday, October 23, 5:00 PM EDTPianist Jared Alan Yoakem represents, “a musician whose strengths are careful attention to the score, a refined sense of balance, clarity of texture, and dedicated involvement in the underlying emotional message of the music.”
• 1 hr 30 min8:00 PMUMD Wind Ensemble Concert
Friday, October 23, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Wind Ensemble performs its October Concert.
• 1 hr 30 min8:00 PMThis is America: UMD Wind Ensemble
Friday, October 23, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Wind Ensemble performs its October Concert.
• 2 hr -
1:00 PM
Music at Maryland: All State Clinic Days 2026
Saturday, October 24, 1:00 PM EDTAn open clinic for middle and high school students.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
Faculty Artist Series: Sarah Frisof, Jonathan Bisesi, Edouard Beyens & James Wyman
Monday, October 26, 8:00 PM EDTJoin us for an evening of contemporary works for flute and percussion.
• 2 hrFlute Percussion -
8:00 PM
Masterful Strings: Boston Trio
Tuesday, October 27, 8:00 PM EDTCelebrated for their exceptional ensemble, luminous balance and compelling interpretations, the Boston Trio has earned acclaim for performances that combine virtuosity, depth and imagination.
• 2 hr -
1:00 PM
Music at Maryland: All State Clinic Days 2026
Sunday, November 1, 1:00 PM ESTAn open clinic for middle and high school students.
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
Fall Big Band Showcase: UMD Jazz Ensemble, UMD Jazz Lab Band and University Jazz Band
Monday, November 2, 7:30 PM ESTSwing into an evening of jazz! You won’t want to miss these three jazz ensembles in innovative interpretations of classic and contemporary jazz works.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
UMD Symphony Orchestra with Zlatomir Fung, cello
Friday, November 6, 8:00 PM ESTThe UMD Symphony Orchestra performs Igor Stravinsky’s captivating “Firebird” Suite and Edward Elgar’s Cello Concerto, featuring International Tchaikovsky Competition first-prize recipient Zlatomir Fung.
• 2 hrCello Symphony Orchestra -
8:00 PM
UMD Wind Orchestra Plays Hindemith
Saturday, November 7, 8:00 PM ESTCelebrate the 100th anniversary of Paul Hindemith’s first composition for wind band, Konzertmusik für Blasorchester, and hear other works by Hindemith and Florent Schmitt.
• 2 hrOrchestra -
8:00 PM
University & Community Band Concert
Wednesday, November 11, 8:00 PM ESTRepresenting a variety of majors across campus, the University Band is joined by the Maryland Community Band for a concert of traditional and contemporary wind band music in a performance perfect for all ages.
• 2 hr -
1:30 PM
Bach Cantata Series: UMD Choral Activities
Thursday, November 12, 1:30 PM ESTJ.S. Bach, known as the great master, wrote more than 200 cantatas, and UMD Choral Activities aims to sing them all in this series of short performances led by conductors in the graduate program.
• 1 hr -
9:30 AM
Guest Artist Series: Piano Masterclass with Anne Epperson
Friday, November 13, 9:30 AM ESTJoin us as Epperson presents a masterclass with students from our piano division, drawing on her distinguished career as a collaborative artist and pianist.
• 1 hr 30 minPiano -
1:00 PM
UMD Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition Prelims
Sunday, November 15, 1:00 PM ESTJoin the search for the UMD Symphony Orchestra’s next featured soloist.
• 2 hrSymphony Orchestra7:30 PMFall Choral Collage: Tactus & Treble Choir
Sunday, November 15, 7:30 PM ESTThe University of Maryland Treble Choir and Tactus ensembles present choral works celebrating the joy and strength that comes from joining voices together as one!
• 2 hrVoice -
8:00 PM
Fall Chamber Music Showcase
Monday, November 16, 8:00 PM ESTSemesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
New Music at Maryland Concert
Tuesday, November 17, 8:00 PM ESTCelebrate the new music being created right here at Maryland!
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
Fall Jazz Combo Concerts
Wednesday, November 18, 7:30 PM ESTExperience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in two nights of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the UMD jazz combos.
• 2 hr7:30 PMThe Rape of Lucretia: Maryland Opera Studio
Wednesday, November 18, 7:30 PM ESTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents Benjamin Britten’s haunting chamber opera that centers on the tragic consequences when power and pride collide.
• 2 hr -
11:00 AM
Fall Chamber Music Showcase
Thursday, November 19, 11:00 AM ESTSemesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music.
• 2 hr7:30 PMThe Rape of Lucretia: Maryland Opera Studio
Thursday, November 19, 7:30 PM ESTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents Benjamin Britten’s haunting chamber opera that centers on the tragic consequences when power and pride collide.
• 2 hr7:30 PMFall Jazz Combo Concerts
Thursday, November 19, 7:30 PM ESTExperience the soulful, syncopated sounds of jazz in two nights of chamber jazz featuring classic tunes performed by the UMD jazz combos.
• 2 hr -
7:00 PM
Maryland Gospel Choir Concert
Friday, November 20, 7:00 PM ESTSince its founding in 1975, hundreds of voices have joined together to share joyous music through UMD’s very own gospel choir. Committed to encouraging fellowship and community service, this group is composed of gospel music lovers across campus.
• 2 hrVoice8:00 PMFall Chamber Music Showcase
Friday, November 20, 8:00 PM ESTSemesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music.
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
UMD Percussion Ensemble Concert
Saturday, November 21, 7:30 PM ESTUsually positioned at the back of the orchestra, members of the percussion section move center stage to reveal the colorful, melodic potential of their instruments in this striking concert of contemporary music.
• 2 hrPercussion Orchestra7:30 PMThe Rape of Lucretia: Maryland Opera Studio
Saturday, November 21, 7:30 PM ESTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents Benjamin Britten’s haunting chamber opera that centers on the tragic consequences when power and pride collide.
• 2 hr -
3:00 PM
The Rape of Lucretia: Maryland Opera Studio
Sunday, November 22, 3:00 PM ESTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents Benjamin Britten’s haunting chamber opera that centers on the tragic consequences when power and pride collide.
• 2 hr7:30 PMFall Choral Showcase: UMD Chamber Singers & University Chorale
Sunday, November 22, 7:30 PM ESTUniversity Chorale and UMD Chamber Singers team up to present an exciting variety of old and new, classical and contemporary selections.
• 2 hr -
6:00 PM
UMD Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition Finals
Monday, November 23, 6:00 PM ESTUMD School of Music students vie for the opportunity to perform as a soloist with the UMD Symphony Orchestra in the final round of this annual competition.
• 2 hrSymphony Orchestra -
11:00 AM
Fall Chamber Music Showcase
Tuesday, November 24, 11:00 AM ESTSemesterly chamber music recitals showcase students' creativity, initiative, collaboration and agency through the unique medium of chamber music.
• 2 hr -
7:00 PM
Winter A Cappella Concert: Voix de Chanson & Freundemusik
Monday, November 30, 7:00 PM ESTUMD Choral Activities' two student-led a cappella ensembles Voix de Chanson and Frendemusik present an array of familiar standards and exciting new arrangements.
• 2 hr -
7:00 PM
Winter Big Band Showcase
Wednesday, December 2, 7:00 PM ESTCelebrate the season with classic jazz staples and timeless holiday tunes!
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
Festival of Lessons & Carols: UMD Choral Activities
Friday, December 4, 8:00 PM ESTChoirs, brass quintet and organ combine to perform carols, hymns and spoken word that epitomize hope and bring the joy of the season to life.
• 2 hrOrgan8:00 PMThe Stern/Andrist Duo Plays Berg: UMD Wind Orchestra
Friday, December 4, 8:00 PM ESTProfessor of Violin James Stern and Audrey Andrist, piano, take to the stage with UMWO for a performance of Berg’s Concerto for Violin, Piano and 13 Wind Instruments.
• 2 hrPiano Violin Orchestra8:00 PMGamelan and Koto Concert
Friday, December 4, 8:00 PM ESTThe UMD Gamelan Saraswati Ensemble and UMD Japanese Koto Ensemble join forces for a combined performance that celebrates music from Bali and Japan.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
Strauss’ Der Rosenkavalier: UMD Symphony Orchestra
Saturday, December 5, 8:00 PM ESTExperience Richard Strauss’ lush and romantic suite that captures the charm of 18-century Vienna, performed alongside Gabriella Ortiz’s irresistible Antrópolis and Alfred Schnittke’s Concerto for Piano and Strings.
• 2 hrPiano Symphony Orchestra -
8:00 PM
UMD Steelband Fall Concert
Sunday, December 6, 8:00 PM ESTEnter a lively soundscape of vibrant rhythms and harmonies with the UMD Steelbands under the direction of Josanne Francis!
• 2 hr -
7:00 PM
Korean Drumming Concert
Monday, December 7, 7:00 PM ESTExperience the vibrant beat of samulnori under the direction of Sebastian Wang. This modern incarnation of traditional Korean folk music celebrates harvest time and provides a lively soundtrack to dancing.
• 2 hr8:00 PMUMD Wind Ensemble Concert
Monday, December 7, 8:00 PM ESTThe UMD Wind Ensemble performs its December Concert.
• 2 hr8:00 PMFall Brass Ensemble Concert
Monday, December 7, 8:00 PM ESTThe UMD Brass Ensemble performs its semesterly concert. This event usually features symphonic staples, iconic fanfares and marches arranged for various brass ensemble configurations.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
UMD University Orchestra Concert
Thursday, December 10, 8:00 PM ESTThe UMD University Orchestra performs its December Concert.
• 2 hrOrchestra -
8:00 PM
Kaleidoscope of Bands
Friday, December 11, 8:00 PM ESTThe University Band, Maryland Community Band and Mighty Sound of Maryland come together for this crowd-pleasing extravaganza.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
UMD Wind Orchestra Concert
Thursday, February 25, 8:00 PM ESTLed by Michael Votta, Jr., the UMD Wind Orchestra is a leader among collegiate ensembles in premiering new works for winds.
• 2 hrOrchestra -
8:00 PM
UMD Symphony Orchestra Concert
Friday, March 5, 8:00 PM ESTThrough its committed and polished performances under the baton of David Neely, the UMD Symphony Orchestra is dedicated to the power of musical communication.
• 2 hrSymphony Orchestra -
7:30 PM
Tchaikovsky's Iolanta & Puccini's Gianni Schicchi
Friday, April 9, 7:30 PM EDTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents a double bill of one-act operas by two of history’s most influential composers, exploring the complexities of familial bonds and the human condition.
• 2 hr -
3:00 PM
Tchaikovsky's Iolanta & Puccini's Gianni Schicchi
Sunday, April 11, 3:00 PM EDTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents a double bill of one-act operas by two of history’s most influential composers, exploring the complexities of familial bonds and the human condition.
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
Tchaikovsky's Iolanta & Puccini's Gianni Schicchi
Wednesday, April 14, 7:30 PM EDTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents a double bill of one-act operas by two of history’s most influential composers, exploring the complexities of familial bonds and the human condition.
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
Tchaikovsky's Iolanta & Puccini's Gianni Schicchi
Saturday, April 17, 7:30 PM EDTThe Maryland Opera Studio presents a double bill of one-act operas by two of history’s most influential composers, exploring the complexities of familial bonds and the human condition.
• 2 hr -
7:30 PM
Spring Choral Showcase: UMD Chamber Singers
Sunday, May 2, 7:30 PM EDTThe UMD Chamber Singers are one of the nation’s most honored and respected collegiate ensembles with a choral repertoire that spans over 500 years of music history. The ensemble will perform a program of music sure to appeal to both mind and heart.
• 2 hr -
8:00 PM
Mahler's Symphony No. 1, 'Titan': UMD Symphony Orchestra
Friday, May 7, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Symphony Orchestra performs Mahler’s triumphant “Titan” Symphony, providing a monumental conclusion to the 2026–27 season!
• 2 hrSymphony Orchestra -
8:00 PM
UMD Wind Orchestra Season Finale
Saturday, May 8, 8:00 PM EDTThe UMD Wind Orchestra presents an array of works from the wind band literature, providing an exciting conclusion to the 2026–27 season!
• 2 hrOrchestra