University of Central Arkansas Department of Music

University of Central Arkansas Department of Music UCA is an exciting place to study music, experience inspirational performances, and interact with in Please take a moment to check out our website.

The UCA Department of Music is an artistic community of more than 200 music majors who perform in over 25 different ensembles. These include the Bear Marching Band, UCA Chamber Singers, the Conway Symphony Orchestra, and smaller groups ranging from string quartet to percussion ensemble. The members of our music faculty are recognized internationally as outstanding performers and educators. With th

eir guidance, every student has the opportunity to grow into a world-class artist and teacher. In addition to our outstanding faculty, a vibrant Artist-in-Residence program allows UCA to host many internationally renowned guest artists every year. Recent visitors to campus include the National Symphony Orchestra, soprano Audra McDonald, the Brentano String Quartet, the Pancho Sanchez Latin Jazz Band, the Akropolis Reed Quintet, Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Karel Husa, percussionist Michael Burritt, the Washington Sax Quartet, trumpeter Wynton Marsalis, tubist Sam Pilafian, the Meridian Arts Ensemble, Paul Hillier’s Theater of Voices, and jazz legend Chick Corea. The Department of Music plays an important role in the local community. The UCA Community School of Music enrolls over 350 students every year and we maintain strong partnerships with the Conway ArtsFest and the Conway Symphony Orchestra. Countless student and faculty performances in the Central Arkansas region, coupled with UCA’s strong programs in art, theater, film and writing, make UCA a true ”Center of the Arts" for Arkansas. And don’t hesitate to send an email to the music faculty in your area of specialization. We’d love to hear from you!

The University of Central Arkansas Department of Music is pleased to welcome Dr. WeiShu Tsai as Assistant Professor of V...
06/25/2026

The University of Central Arkansas Department of Music is pleased to welcome Dr. WeiShu Tsai as Assistant Professor of Voice beginning Fall 2026.

A Taiwanese baritone praised for his vocal artistry and dynamic stage presence, Dr. Tsai has performed with numerous opera companies and orchestras in the United States and Taiwan, including The Dallas Opera, Shreveport Opera, Alamo City Opera, and the Taiwan Philharmonic. His repertoire spans from the early Renaissance era to contemporary works.

An accomplished educator, Dr. Tsai has taught at Louisiana Tech University, Grambling State University, the University of North Texas, Tarrant County College, and Keller High School. His students have earned honors in regional and national competitions, performed leading roles in opera and musical theater productions, and continued their studies at highly regarded institutions across the nation.

Dr. Tsai holds the Doctor of Musical Arts degree in Voice Performance from the University of North Texas and remains active as a performer, scholar, and advocate for music education. We are excited to welcome him to the UCA community!

The UCA Department of Music is searching for a Administrative Specialist III to join our vibrant musical community! Inte...
05/05/2026

The UCA Department of Music is searching for a Administrative Specialist III to join our vibrant musical community! Interested parties should apply through the link below.

The University of Central Arkansas Department of Music is searching for an Administrative Specialist III. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.The Department of Music in the College of the Arts Humanities and Social Sciences enjoys endowments and private....

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