University of Iowa School of Music

06/01/2026

Registration for our Flute, Oboe, Saxophone, Horn, Jazz, Harp, and Organ Summer Camps close this Friday!

Students who have completed the sixth grade and above will receive musical training and experience beyond what may be available in their home schools, including group instruction, master classes, and classroom instruction in many phases of instrumental music at our Iowa Summer Music Camps.

Scholarships are still available! Learn more and register now at iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu!

Can't commit to full day classes? We now offer half-day Summer Music Mini Camps for Music Production! Limited spots available. 🎧

🎷 Registration for commuter campers closes on Friday, June 5 for Flute, Bassoon, Oboe, Saxophone, Horn, Jazz, Harp, and Organ camps.
🎹 Registration for commuter campers closes on Friday, June 12 for Clarinet, Trumpet, Trombone, Piano, and Percussion camps.

05/29/2026

Congratulations to members of the flute studio! Caleb J. Estrada-Valentín recently won the first prize at the Myrna Brown Artist Competition ( his 4th First Prize this year!) and Chaosupei Gao the third prize ( his first competition in US!).

The 40th annual Texas Flute Society Myrna Brown Competition, one of the most prestigious flute competitions in the United States, is a three round international competition open to flutists of all ages.

Congratulations Caleb, Chaosupei and their Professor Nicole Esposito 💛🖤🎶🙌🏼🏆

05/25/2026

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05/23/2026

Join us for a fun and engaging week of singing, collaboration, and musical growth during our Summer Youth Choir Minicamp June 8–12!

Students will build vocal technique, learn harmony and blend, and explore a variety of musical styles in a supportive group setting. No audition required—just bring your voice and enthusiasm!

Instructor is Associate Professor of Vocal/Choral Music Education Dr. Jeremy Manternach, who is the area chair for music education in the University of Iowa School of Music.

Registration now open at the link in bio or visit iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu/mini-camps.

*Students must have completed 8th-10th grades to register.

05/22/2026

Spend a week exploring the world of digital music production in this hands-on summer minicamp led by Dr. David Haas June 8–12!

Students will learn the fundamentals of creating, recording, and editing music using Logic Pro, exploring everything from beat-making and MIDI instruments to audio recording and mixing. Through guided projects and creative experimentation, participants will produce their own original tracks or remix work by some of their favorite artists.

No prior experience is required—just a passion for music and creativity! Equipment and software will be provided by the University of Iowa School of Music.


Registration now open at iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu/mini-camps.

05/22/2026

Iowa native and a Hawkeye, conductor James Dixon (1928–2007) was instrumental in building orchestras at the University of Iowa, in the Midwest, and abroad, including the Quad City Symphony Orchestra!

In celebration of Dixon’s tenure heading the QCSO (1965-1994) and the current exhibition Orchestrating Community: The Public Service of Iowa Conductor James Dixon, on display in the University of Iowa Main Library Gallery, the university and QCSO held a virtual panel discussion Thursday, April 2 on what makes great orchestra programs and the towering legacy of Dixon.

Read more about Dixon at the article below and go visit the current exhibition on Dixon at the Iowa Main Library to get a deeper look at look at Dixon’s adventurous international career. The exhibit is open through Friday, June 26.

“If we refuse to listen to new works and please remember, every work is new to its initial listeners, then music will die. It would have died long ago if everyone refused to give new works a chance.” James Dixon

James Dixon (1928-2007) was the longest-serving conductor in QCSO history – leading the ensemble 29 years — and is the subject of a new exhibit at the University of Iowa.

05/21/2026

Last week, the School of Music welcomed Maestro Hankewich and other special artists for Insights, a preconcert chat. They offered behind-the-scenes look at music, composers, musicians, and stories that shape each performance in the Orchestrating Community exhibit at the Main Library.

The Orchestrating Community exhibit is open till June 26! Stop by the Main Library Gallery to learn more about conductor James Dixon. For more information, check out the link in the comments below!

05/21/2026

Designed for middle and high school students, our half-day camps are a great opportunity to explore your musical talents, learn from experienced instructors, and connect with other curious young musicians.

Whether you are experienced or just starting out, you’ll build practical skills and have fun in a supportive, creative environment. 🎶

Join us for our Music Production and Youth Choir Minicamps at Voxman June 8–12! Registration now open at iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu/mini-camps

05/19/2026

Don't miss out on our summer camps this June! Registration closes soon and scholarships are still available! ⌛

Iowa Summer Music Camps (ISMC) offers students who have completed the sixth grade and above musical training and experience beyond what may be available in their home schools, including group instruction, master classes, and classroom instruction in many phases of instrumental music.

Register for Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone, Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Low Brass, Percussion, Piano, Organ, Harp (NEW!), and Jazz camps taught by University of Iowa School of Music faculty, accomplished grad students, and nationally-recognized guest artists at https://iowasummermusiccamps.uiowa.edu/

Can't commit to full day classes? We now offer half-day Summer Music Mini Camps for Music Production and Youth Choir! Limited spots available.

Registration for resident campers closes on Friday, May 22.
Registration for commuter campers closes on Friday, June 1 for session 1 and on Friday, June 12 for session 2.

Home Play. Grow. Connect.Iowa Summer Music Camps REGISTERVisit our registration page for more info and application requirements for specific instrument camps! School musicians who have completed the sixth grade and above may apply for admission as either resident or commuter campers. Please note th...

05/17/2026

The end of another incredible year! 🎶💛