The UTSA School of Music cultivates innovation, artistry, and scholarship while amplifying the cultural wealth of San Antonio and enriching our community through music and performing arts. We empower students by nurturing their musicianship, integrating their personal values and goals into their professional identities, and fostering discovery and growth.
The University of Texas at San Antonio is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
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Director, School of Music, Roland K. Blumberg Endowed Professor in Music
Join us for our 50th Anniversary Celebration!
Join us as we celebrate 50 years of art and music at UTSA on Tuesday, March 4, the School of Art and School of Music mark this milestone with a special anniversary event at the Tobin Center!
Summer Campus Visits
We're now offering group tours at the UTSA School of Music on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. from June 4 - August 20.
School of Music Events
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2025
Flute Studio RecitalThe UTSA Flute Studio presents a diverse program of small ensemble music for flute. Join us for an evening of duos, trios, and quartets, with a send-off from the full flute ensemble! Featuring works by Jindrich Feld, Catherine McMichales, Eugene Bozza, Victor Rojas and more.
Feb
20
2025
Vocal Arts Series: On the WaterThe Vocal Arts Series: On the Water will be held on Thursday, February 20th at 7:30pm in the Fanning Foyer at Trinity Baptist Church (319 E Mulberry Ave), and will feature voice students of the UTSA School of Music with collaborative pianist Dr. Jeong-Eun Lee in a recital of selections on a watery theme.
Feb
21
2025
Bardin-Niskala Duo - Celebrating Identity Through Music: Using the Power of Personal Stories and Music to Engage AudiencesThe Bardin-Niskala Duo is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to using classical music to explore identity, fight racism, promote cultural awareness, and celebrate humanity during this time of division and racial violence. An-Lin Bardin, cello and Naomi Niskala, piano
Feb
23
2025
University Band Concert. "Transcendence: Stars, Seas, and Spirits"The program is: 1. Astra by Katahj Copley 2. Sea Songs by Ralph Vaughan Williams 3. Seal Lullaby by Eric Whitacre 4. Rhythm Machine by Timothy Broege 5. Give Us This Day by David Maslanka The title of the program is "Transcendence: Stars, Seas, and Spirits." The title ties the works together by first showing parts of the physical world (Stars and seas) and then transcending into a spiritual would for "Give Us This Day."
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All prospective transfer students are required to take a theory exam on their audition day. Incoming freshmen do not take theory exams.
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December 4, 2024
Uplifting a New GenerationPublished by Sombrilla Magazine
Shelly Lares talks about being the first UTSA artist-in-residence and how she’s using it to inspire students
October 31, 2024
Degree in Commercial and Digital Music Equips Students for the Modern Music IndustryThe UTSA School of Music has launched its new Bachelor of Arts in Commercial and Digital Music this Fall. The degree has been approved by the THECB and a small inaugural class has already begun studies in this contemporary program designed to equip students with the skills to thrive in today’s digital music landscape.
October 29, 2024
Mission: Music Therapy for VeteransPublished by Sombrilla Magazine
UTSA’s On-Corps band program promotes veteran well-being through band rehearsals, concerts and camaraderie.
