About Us
The University of Toledo, an All-Steinway School, is a fully-accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music. Available programs include both undergraduate and graduate degrees in music, including the Bachelor of Music Performance, Bachelor of Education in Multi-Age: Music Education, and the Master of Music Performance. Hone your musicianship under the guidance of one of our highly skilled and experienced faculty, comprised of professional performing musicians, composers, published researchers, and active members of the commercial music industry. As a student of a university in a metropolitan area, you will benefit from our proximity to and relationships with professional arts organizations, including the Toledo Symphony Orchestra, the Toledo Opera, and the Toledo Jazz Orchestra. Expect to receive excellent instruction and numerous opportunities for the highest achievement.
Auditions are required for admission into any Music Department degree program and for scholarship consideration. Contact us for more information on how you can prepare for a successful career in music at The University of Toledo.
UToledo Music Degrees Fall 2025 Auditions
Ensembles open to all students on campus
Our UTMusic Ensembles are open to all students on campus, no matter their major. If you participated in music in high school, consider continuing at UToledo. Some ensembles require an audition, while others are open to anyone who wants to participate. Our choirs, bands, orchestra, and jazz ensembles are populated by music majors alongside engineering, pharmacy, nursing, education, and any/all others. All ensembles are 1-credit hour classes. Visit our ensembles page to learn more about each. Contact the Department of Music for more information - utmusic@utoledo.edu.
Upcoming BIG Events
The UToledo Department of Music presents performances by our students, faculty, and special guest artists throughout the year. For an up-to-date listing of all concert events and details, visit our events page.
Art Tatum Memorial Concert
Xavier Davis, jazz piano
Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
7pm, Center for Performing Arts - Recital Hall
Xavier Davis is one of the most accomplished Jazz pianists in the world. He is also a music educator who leads the Xavier Davis Trio, in addition to performing with the Christian McBride Big Band on two Grammy-winning albums. Tickets and Information.
High School Honor Band
Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 22-23, 2025
For 14 years, this unique event has attracted a large number of area band students
who spend a weekend not only rehearsing and performing a variety of music, but learning
about and applying practical concepts of musicianship. Details and Registration
High School Choral Festival with Shawn Kirchner
Saturday, March 29, 2025
The University of Toledo Department of Music invites you and your choral students to attend the 2025 High School Choral Festival with special guest clinician, Shawn Kirchner. Participants will have the opportunity to perform with an elite chorus of their peers and learn from one of the most distinguished choral composers in North America. Registration is open and spots are limited! More information here.
Lomazov / Rackers Piano Duo
March 29 & 30, 2025
As part of the Dorothy Mackenzie Price Piano Series, the UToledo Department of Music welcomes the Lomazov/Rackers Piano Duo for two events:
Masterclass - Saturday, March 29 at 10am
Recital Performance - Sunday, March 30 at 3pm
Both events will be presented in the UToledo Center for Performing Arts, and both are free and open to the public. Details, parking, and about the artists.
Here's What's Happening
The UToledo Department of Music Announces a New Piano Competition for Young Pianists
We are thrilled to launch our inaugural Piano Competition, a new addition to our Dorothy Mackenzie Price Piano Series, open to talented young pianists aged 12 to 17. This competition aims to celebrate and support the next generation of musicians by providing them with valuable performance opportunities and financial assistance to help further their musical education. Registration is open now through February 20, 2025. Finalists compete live March 29. Details and registration information.