Department of Music

WHAT WE DO

We provide a transformative educational experience through music that empowers students to realize their full potential, cultivate their unique talents, and make meaningful contributions to the world. Our students work closely with faculty and peers as they perform, research, engage with the community, and develop relationships that prepare them to be successful leaders, scholars, and artists.

Email:
music@olemiss.edu
Office Location:
A101 Music Building
Phone:
662-915-7268
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Academic

Experience Music

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Auditions

Auditions are required for students seeking an undergraduate degree in music or certain graduate degrees in music.

Audition Information

Ensembles

The Department of Music features a wide range of ensembles, from marching bands and orchestras to diverse choirs and unique performance groups. These ensembles provide student musicians with opportunities to excel in various musical genres and styles.

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Music news

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Events / Faculty News

Music Faculty Launch Season, Debut Classical Album

OXFORD, Miss. – Two University of Mississippi music faculty members will highlight the release of their album, "Lyrical Baritone, Volume 1," with a free recital at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 24 in Nutt Auditorium.

Events

Angela Brown Headlines Black History Month Concert
Events / Community

LOU Youth Symphony and Oxford String Project Set Concert
Events

Wind Ensemble Kicks Off Concert Season This Week

Events

Find out what's happening in the Department of Music. Browse more of our upcoming events and view our events archive.

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After Songs: An Evening of Poetry and Music at David H. Nutt Auditorium

UM Music Presents a Faculty Recital "After Songs: An Evening of Poetry and Music" a collaboration with the Oxford Conference for the Book. Michael Rowlett, clarinet,...

Thursday, April 3, 2025
8:00 pm

Sophie Wang Trio at David H. Nutt Auditorium

UM Music presents a Guest Artist Recital in Nutt Auditorium on Monday, April 7th at 7:30pm featuring the Sophie Wang Trio. The trio will perform Piano Trio Op. 50 by Pyotr...

Monday, April 7, 2025
7:30 pm

UM Opera Theatre Presents The Beautiful Bridegroom at Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts

UM Opera Theatre presents The Beautiful Bridegroom (music and libretto by Dan Shore, winner of the 2009 NOA Opera Competition) in the Gertrude C. Ford Center featuring the LOU...

Friday, April 11, 2025
7:30 pm

UM Opera Theatre Presents The Beautiful Bridegroom at Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts

UM Opera Theatre presents The Beautiful Bridegroom (music and libretto by Dan Shore, winner of the 2009 NOA Opera Competition) in the Gertrude C. Ford Center featuring the LOU...

Sunday, April 13, 2025
3:00 pm

Meet Our Student Ambassadors

Sofia Euyoque

Why is your department a special place?

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Linna Zheng

When and how did you choose your major(s)/minor(s)?

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Benton Donahue

Can you tell me about a professor or a class you've taken that has had the most impact on you?

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Department of Music Spotlight

The Department of Music Spotlight focuses on the 2023–2024 academic year, highlighting what makes Music at the University of Mississippi stand out including our talented students, stellar faculty, and amazing opportunities for collaboration, research, and performance both in and out of the classroom.
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Music Degrees

Providing students with the skills and knowledge needed for careers in music.

See all our music degree offerings

UG

Music, B.A.

Develop your musical potential through performance and individual attention.

Oxford

UG

Music, B.M.

Prepare for a career in music education or music performance.

Oxford

GRAD

Music, M.M.

A degree designed to offer a comprehensive education in various musical disciplines, allowing you to focus on your specific interests and career objectives.