School of Music Open House
Prospective students are invited to visit campus for the School of Music Open House to enter into a day in the life of a music major!
For over 125 years, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Music has been shaping musicians, educators, composers, and scholars who go on to make their mark around the world. By joining us for our Fall 2025 Open House, you’ll step into this unparalleled tradition and experience firsthand what it means to be part of our historic musical community.
This special event is designed for prospective students and their families to explore our programs, meet the people who make Illinois such an inspiring place to study, and imagine themselves as part of a legacy that has set the standard for higher education in music nationwide.
Throughout the day, you’ll have the chance to connect with faculty and current students, attend information sessions, sit in on rehearsals, and explore the wide range of programs we offer. You’ll also get a front-row seat to masterclasses and special presentations led by our world-class faculty, offering a glimpse into the supportive and challenging environment that helps our students frow as artists and scholars.
Whether your passion lies in performance, education, composition, musicology, or another field, the Open House is the perfect opportunity to ask questions, build connections, and envision your thriving future here at Illinois.
Some of the activities planned include:
- Opening Welcome session
- Information session on admissions processes, financial aid, etc.
- Masterclasses given by various applied faculty
- Specific faculty forthcoming!
- Observe/participate in various ensemble rehearsals such as the Illinois Wind Symphony, Marching Illini, University Chorus, and more!
- Open classes in Musicology, Theory, Composition, Education, and so much more!
We look forward to welcoming you to the Fall 2025 School of Music Open House and helping you take the next step in your musical journey! Please check below to register and for the schedule of events that will be available in the coming days!
Registration and more information about the open house can be found here.
General information about visiting the University of Illinois School of Music can be found here.