Department of Music

Events

Winter 2026 Concert Series

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Solo Cabaret Show
Tuesday, March 3rd 2:15 pm and
Thursday, March 5th 2:15 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Free and open to all)

Astor
Concert Choir, Schola Contora, and Orchestra
Saturday, March 7th 4:00 pm
Memorial Chapel
(Tickets available on Eventbrite)

Early Music Ensemble
Exploring Sounds from the Balletto
to the Trio Sonata in the Baroque Era
Sunday, March 8th 2:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Tickets available on Eventbrite)

Student Recital
Tuesday, March 10th 5:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Free and open to all)

Jazz Ensemble: Winter Concert
Wednesday, March 11th 8:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Tickets available on Eventbrite)

Projects in Performance and Composition Showcase
Thursday, March 12th 7:30 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Free and open to all)

The History of Rock 'n' Roll Final Project Performances
Friday, March 13th 7:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
(Free and open to all)

Student Recital

student recital poster

Tuesday, March 10th 5:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
Free and open to all.

This is a student recital featuring performers who are currently enrolled in private lessons, showcasing their progress and work from the term

Union College Jazz Ensemble: Winter Concert

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Wednesday, March 11th 8:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
Tickets available on Eventbrite or at the door.

The Union College Jazz Ensemble, directed by Prof. Tim Olsen, presents a program featuring instrumental and vocal jazz and pop classics.

The Music Department welcomes donations for tickets. The monies directly support the ensembles. Donations for presale tickets are $15 for the general public, $10 for Union faculty, staff and alumni, and $5 for students, seniors, and children under 12. A sliding scale donation option for a ticket will be available at the door only. While the support is appreciated, all of the Music department's events are inclusive, attendance is welcome regardless of a financial contribution.

Projects in Performance and Composition Showcase

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Thursday, March 12th 7:30 pm
Emerson Auditorium
Free and open to all.
Students from AMU 304--Composition and Performance Projects present their work

The History of Rock 'n' Roll Final Performances

history of rock poster

Friday, March 13th 7:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium
Free and open to all.

AMU 221: The History of Rock 'n' Roll class proudly presents our final projects. Come hear original songs performed by student bands, watch short films about rock music, and enjoy other creative works.

Sounds of the Americas

Sounds of the Americas poster

Saturday, March 14th 2:00 pm
Emerson Auditorium.

Tickets available on Eventbrite or at the door.
Jazz/Latino, Inc. and Union College Department of Music present Ahora, Latin Jazz! Renate Rohlfing, piano and Aurora Mendez, violin present Music of the Americas. Come join us in person for an exciting journey through the vibrant sounds of the Americas! Experience a mix of rhythms, melodies, and tunes that showcase the rich cultural diversity across the continents. This is your chance to enjoy excellence in sound performed by two virtuosos: Renate Rohlfing on piano and Aurora Mendez on violin. Discover these two exciting artists, and immerse yourself in a fun, lively atmosphere. Don't miss out on a celebration of music that truly connects us all!