Choral Degrees
BME in Music Education, Choral Concentration
The Bachelor of Music education certifies students to teach K-12 music in Illinois public schools. The program incorporates field experiences throughout the four year program.
MM in Choral Music (1-2 year program) and DMA in Choral Music
Our graduate program in Choral Music offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to help each student grow as both artist and scholar. Our one-year program for the MM in Choral Music is ideal for educators.
Dr. Ollie Watts Davis, conductor
MUSC 463
W 6:00-8:50 PM
2317 Krannert Center
Dr. Andrea Solya, conductor
MUSC 460
TR 1:00-2:50 PM
2317 Krannert Center
Dr. Andrew Major, conductor
MUSC 466
T 7:30-9:30 PM
2317 Krannert Center
Nick Pierle, conductor
MUSC 462
MW 4:00-5:20 PM
Choral Rehearsal Room, KCPA
Dr. Barrington Coleman, conductor
Dr. Andrew Major, associate conductor
MUSC 465
TR 5:30-6:50 PM
2317 Krannert Center
Dr. Andrea Solya, conductor
MUSC 464
TR 4:00-5:20 PM
2317 Krannert Center
Learn more about our distinguished choral faculty.
Ensemble audition information and upcoming events
Ensemble Auditions
IllinoiSings
IllinoiSings is a symposium for all high school aged choirs and choir singers to experience a full day of clinics designed for students and teachers alike. These students will have the opportunity to work with professors and graduate students from the departments of Choirs at Illinois and others, and expand their knowledge of choral singing through clinics and masterclasses taught in various styles. The day culminates with a concert in Krannert Center’s Foellinger Great Hall, featuring performances from our various Choirs at Illinois ensembles.
Summer Choral Conducting Symposium 2025
Lift Every Voice Symposium
SoundBites
For a full listing of future choral concerts visit our Public Events Page
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