The UIS Music program welcomes students from all majors and colleges within the University to develop their music knowledge and skills from the classroom to the stage.
Upcoming Music Events
Undergraduate Education
Music courses are offered in diverse music disciplines including musicology, ethnomusicology, music theory, performance, music education, and arts entrepreneurship. Music courses are open to all undergraduate students.
Camerata Scholarship
Institutional Scholarships
Ensembles
Illinois Symphony Orchestra
UIS Music Spotlight
UIS Community Music School
Welcome to the UIS Community Music School, offering instrumental and vocal instruction to students and adults for weekly half-hour, 45-minute, or 1-hour lessons. Summer lesson schedules may vary. The UIS Community Music School is open to students that are not enrolled at UIS.
Mission
Music is a fundamental means to engage with the multiplicity of differences that unite humanity. The UIS Music Program aims to educate musically and culturally competent citizens that engage their music knowledge and skills to contribute to a more equitable world. Music courses are designed to help students develop a range of competencies vital to success in the competitive job market including critical thinking, cultural competence, entrepreneurship, teamwork, and communication skills.