• An image of an jazz ensemble with seven musicians and a conductor on stage in Collins Recital Hall at the Hamel Music Center.

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STATE-OF-THE-ART PERFORMANCE SPACES

The Hamel Music Center features cutting-edge acoustic technology designed to prepare students to perform at the highest of professional standards.

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AWARD-WINNING FACULTY

Our international roster of faculty artists and scholars are devoted to fostering and promoting the global cultural art of music.

FACULTY

130 YEARS & COUNTING

Established in 1895, we draw on a rich history of a student-centered musical education.

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CULTURAL CONTRIBUTIONS

Our performing organizations and ensembles perform more than 350 recitals and concerts every year, making a significant contribution to the cultural life of the university and Madison community.

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CAMPUS CONNECTIONS

We offer a variety of courses in music theory, music history and literature, orchestra, chorus, band, as well as ensembles that are open to students from other departments.

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News

Liu a 2026 Academic Staff Excellence Award winner

Liu a 2026 Academic Staff Excellence Award winner

Baoli Liu, piano technician for the School of Music, is a...
Faculty build global partnerships in Colombia

Faculty build global partnerships in Colombia

Professors Dan Cavanagh, Jess Johnson, Nadia Chana, Oriol...
Laurenz, Cavanagh win Creative Arts Awards

Laurenz, Cavanagh win Creative Arts Awards

Professors Jean Laurenz and Dan Cavanagh are winners of a...
Fulmer receives Hilldale Award for excellence in teaching, research, and service

Fulmer receives Hilldale Award for excellence in teaching, research, and service

Professor Mimmi Fulmer has won a Hilldale Award, recognizing...