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UCM Music Announces Events for Fall 2024 Season
The Division of Music at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) School of Visual and Performing Arts has announced several events for the Fall 2024 season.
August 22, 2024
Ring in the Season with Jingle on the Quad, Holiday Market, Concert and More
Colorful lights, music, holiday treats, shopping and more await members of the University of Central Missouri community when the university hosts the annual Holiday Market, Jingle on the Quad, First Lady’s Holiday Concert and other special events Nov. 29-30. All of these activities are free and open to the public.
November 17, 2023
Classic Tale of Love, Magic, Wonder, 'Cinderella' Comes to Highlander Theatre
A classic family-friendly tale comes to life as the University of Central Missouri’s Theatre and Dance and Music programs present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 12.
November 07, 2023
UCM OVATION Performance Series to Feature Homecoming Weekend Concert
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series presents a concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, featuring the SOLI Chamber Ensemble. OVATION is a curated selection of world-class dancers, musicians, and theatre performers who bring exceptional high-energy artistry to West-Central Missouri.
October 16, 2023
UCM Professor of Trumpet Dr. Alan Wenger Presents Faculty Recital Sept. 26
Dr. Alan Wenger, University of Central Missouri professor of trumpet, will present a faculty recital at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the First United Methodist Church in Warrensburg. The program, titled “Portraits and Prose: Musical Depictions for Trumpet and Organ,” will feature works for trumpet and organ that depict events, visual art, or or literature. Dr. Wenger will be joined by guest organist Dr. Donna Hetrick and UCM Professor of Voice Dr. Jacob Sentgeorge.
September 18, 2023
UCM OVATION Performance Series Presents the Adam Larson Jazz Quintet and SOLI Chamber Ensemble
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series presents two concerts for the fall 2023 season. OVATION is a curated selection of world-class dancers, musicians, and theatre performers who bring exceptional high-energy artistry to West-Central Missouri. The series opens at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 with a performance by the Adam Larson Jazz Quintet in Hart Recital Hall. October brings the SOLI Chamber Ensemble to Warrensburg.
September 12, 2023
UCM Summer Music Camp & Piano Institute to Celebrate Camp Anniversary with Recitals Featuring Carolyn True
The 2023 UCM Summer Music Camp and Piano Institute will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Piano Institute with three recitals, including a solo concert by UCM Distinguished Alumna Carolyn True.
June 08, 2023
UCM OVATION Series Closes 2023 Season With Charged Particles Jazz Ensemble
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series closes its 2023 season with the Charged Particles Jazz Ensemble at 7 p.m. Friday, April 21 in UCM’s Hart Recital Hall, located in the Utt Music Building. The public is invited to this free performance, and no tickets are required.
April 18, 2023
Percussion Artist Yun-Ju Pan Highlights OVATION Performance Series April 17
A concert by solo percussion artist Dr. Yun-Ju Pan is planned for 7 p.m. Monday, April 17 in Hart Recital Hall. This free event is part of the UCM OVATION Performance Series.
April 14, 2023
UCM Theatre and Dance, Music Present 'The Prom'
University of Central Missouri (UCM) Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present the new musical “The Prom.” Based on the movel by Bob Martin, book and lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and music by Matthew Sklar, the show runs during two weekends at the Highlander Theatre with curtain times at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday Nov 11-12 and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-19. A matinee is planned for and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13.
November 08, 2022
Native American Dancer, Inspirational Entertainer Supaman Brings One-of-a-Kind Performance to UCM Stage Nov. 8
Supaman, a performing artist who inspires others by merging into his live concerts Native American culture with comedy, dance and his unique blend of hip-hop music, will perform at the University of Central Missouri on Tuesday, Nov. 8. He takes the stage for this free, public event at 7:30 p.m. in Elliott Student Union 240, as part of the Ninth Annual Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival.
October 18, 2022
UCM Distinguished Music Alumnus Returns for 'Victory Vertical Pianos' Musical Presentation
The University of Central Missouri School of Visual and Performing Arts is hosting a public musical presentation about the World War II-era “Victory Vertical Piano” program by 2010 UCM Distinguished Music Alumnus Dr. Garik Pedersen at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 in Hart Recital Hall, located in the Utt Music Building. The public is invited to attend this free event co-sponsored by the UCM Department of Music and the UCM Speaker Series.
October 17, 2022
First Lady Robin Best Collaborates with UCM Bands to Present Holiday Charity Concert Dec. 1 Benefiting Survival House
In this season of giving, area residents have an opportunity to help Survival Adult Abuse Center Inc. (Survival House) while enjoying music presented by the University of Central Missouri Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Warrensburg Community Band during the fourth annual UCM First Lady’s Holiday Charity Concert. The event takes place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1 in Hendricks Hall.
November 23, 2021UCM Performing Arts Series at Presents 'A Night at The Opera!'
The Performing Arts Series at the University of Central Missouri, in conjunction with the Department of Music, presents “A Night at The Opera!” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, in Hart Recital Hall.
February 12, 2016UCM Student Vocal, Wind Ensembles to Perform at New York's Carnegie Hall
Student musicians with the Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir in the Department of Music at the University of Central Missouri will perform in concert at New York City’s famed Carnegie Hall at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13.
February 01, 2016
UCM Music Announces Events for Fall 2024 Season
The Division of Music at the University of Central Missouri (UCM) School of Visual and Performing Arts has announced several events for the Fall 2024 season.
August 22, 2024
Ring in the Season with Jingle on the Quad, Holiday Market, Concert and More
Colorful lights, music, holiday treats, shopping and more await members of the University of Central Missouri community when the university hosts the annual Holiday Market, Jingle on the Quad, First Lady’s Holiday Concert and other special events Nov. 29-30. All of these activities are free and open to the public.
November 17, 2023
Classic Tale of Love, Magic, Wonder, 'Cinderella' Comes to Highlander Theatre
A classic family-friendly tale comes to life as the University of Central Missouri’s Theatre and Dance and Music programs present Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella” in the James L. Highlander Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 16, 17, and 18, and at 2 p.m. Nov. 12.
November 07, 2023
UCM OVATION Performance Series to Feature Homecoming Weekend Concert
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series presents a concert at 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 22, featuring the SOLI Chamber Ensemble. OVATION is a curated selection of world-class dancers, musicians, and theatre performers who bring exceptional high-energy artistry to West-Central Missouri.
October 16, 2023
UCM Professor of Trumpet Dr. Alan Wenger Presents Faculty Recital Sept. 26
Dr. Alan Wenger, University of Central Missouri professor of trumpet, will present a faculty recital at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the First United Methodist Church in Warrensburg. The program, titled “Portraits and Prose: Musical Depictions for Trumpet and Organ,” will feature works for trumpet and organ that depict events, visual art, or or literature. Dr. Wenger will be joined by guest organist Dr. Donna Hetrick and UCM Professor of Voice Dr. Jacob Sentgeorge.
September 18, 2023
UCM OVATION Performance Series Presents the Adam Larson Jazz Quintet and SOLI Chamber Ensemble
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series presents two concerts for the fall 2023 season. OVATION is a curated selection of world-class dancers, musicians, and theatre performers who bring exceptional high-energy artistry to West-Central Missouri. The series opens at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28 with a performance by the Adam Larson Jazz Quintet in Hart Recital Hall. October brings the SOLI Chamber Ensemble to Warrensburg.
September 12, 2023
UCM Summer Music Camp & Piano Institute to Celebrate Camp Anniversary with Recitals Featuring Carolyn True
The 2023 UCM Summer Music Camp and Piano Institute will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the Piano Institute with three recitals, including a solo concert by UCM Distinguished Alumna Carolyn True.
June 08, 2023
UCM OVATION Series Closes 2023 Season With Charged Particles Jazz Ensemble
The University of Central Missouri OVATION Performance Series closes its 2023 season with the Charged Particles Jazz Ensemble at 7 p.m. Friday, April 21 in UCM’s Hart Recital Hall, located in the Utt Music Building. The public is invited to this free performance, and no tickets are required.
April 18, 2023
Percussion Artist Yun-Ju Pan Highlights OVATION Performance Series April 17
A concert by solo percussion artist Dr. Yun-Ju Pan is planned for 7 p.m. Monday, April 17 in Hart Recital Hall. This free event is part of the UCM OVATION Performance Series.
April 14, 2023
UCM Theatre and Dance, Music Present 'The Prom'
University of Central Missouri (UCM) Theatre and Dance and UCM Music present the new musical “The Prom.” Based on the movel by Bob Martin, book and lyrics by Chad Beguelin, and music by Matthew Sklar, the show runs during two weekends at the Highlander Theatre with curtain times at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday Nov 11-12 and Thursday, Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17-19. A matinee is planned for and at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13.
November 08, 2022
Native American Dancer, Inspirational Entertainer Supaman Brings One-of-a-Kind Performance to UCM Stage Nov. 8
Supaman, a performing artist who inspires others by merging into his live concerts Native American culture with comedy, dance and his unique blend of hip-hop music, will perform at the University of Central Missouri on Tuesday, Nov. 8. He takes the stage for this free, public event at 7:30 p.m. in Elliott Student Union 240, as part of the Ninth Annual Trading Moon Native American Arts Festival.
October 18, 2022
UCM Distinguished Music Alumnus Returns for 'Victory Vertical Pianos' Musical Presentation
The University of Central Missouri School of Visual and Performing Arts is hosting a public musical presentation about the World War II-era “Victory Vertical Piano” program by 2010 UCM Distinguished Music Alumnus Dr. Garik Pedersen at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 in Hart Recital Hall, located in the Utt Music Building. The public is invited to attend this free event co-sponsored by the UCM Department of Music and the UCM Speaker Series.
October 17, 2022
First Lady Robin Best Collaborates with UCM Bands to Present Holiday Charity Concert Dec. 1 Benefiting Survival House
In this season of giving, area residents have an opportunity to help Survival Adult Abuse Center Inc. (Survival House) while enjoying music presented by the University of Central Missouri Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Warrensburg Community Band during the fourth annual UCM First Lady’s Holiday Charity Concert. The event takes place at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 1 in Hendricks Hall.
November 23, 2021UCM Performing Arts Series at Presents 'A Night at The Opera!'
The Performing Arts Series at the University of Central Missouri, in conjunction with the Department of Music, presents “A Night at The Opera!” at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 23, in Hart Recital Hall.
February 12, 2016UCM Student Vocal, Wind Ensembles to Perform at New York's Carnegie Hall
Student musicians with the Wind Ensemble and Concert Choir in the Department of Music at the University of Central Missouri will perform in concert at New York City’s famed Carnegie Hall at 8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13.
February 01, 2016
