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Elmhurst University’s internationally renowned music department offers exceptional opportunities for students interested in the serious study of music. Whether you’re a music major or pursuing a different major, the Elmhurst University music department has a place for you. Our distinguished faculty includes members of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Chorus, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Grant Park Symphony Chorus and Chicago Sinfonietta. Our nationally recognized jazz faculty is full of national recording artists and award winners. Imagine participating in ensembles that have recently performed in California, Canada, New York City and Europe. Envision yourself performing at Carnegie Hall, Ravinia Festival, Orchestra Hall, and with performers such as Andrea Bocelli, The Manhattan Transfer, Bobby McFerrin and Doc Severinsen. Interested in visiting the campus, receiving a complimentary lesson, or sitting in on classes? Contact our Music Admissions Director, Gayle Bisesi, at [email protected] or at (630) 617-3524. Come discover, explore and experience the opportunities that await you in the Elmhurst University Music Department.

Chamber Ensembles are ready to wow you tonight! Ensembles include strings, saxophones and clarinets!🎶🎷🥰🎻
10/09/2026

Chamber Ensembles are ready to wow you tonight! Ensembles include strings, saxophones and clarinets!

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Happy Birthday Prof Catt!!!🫶
10/02/2026

Happy Birthday Prof Catt!!!
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Music is alive and well on campus!💙🎶💙Join us for a concert this month!Elmhurst University Bands E.U. Orchestra Elmhurst ...
10/02/2026

Music is alive and well on campus!
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Join us for a concert this month!

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Homecoming weekend is here!!! Join us for our Elmhurst University Music Department Showcase Concert tomorrow! Elmh...
09/25/2026

Homecoming weekend is here!!! Join us for our Elmhurst University Music Department Showcase Concert tomorrow!


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It's that time of year! ILMEA Auditions are coming up. Learn how to hone your audition and recording skills from our e...
09/11/2026

It's that time of year! ILMEA Auditions are coming up. Learn how to hone your audition and recording skills from our esteemed EU Faculty!

Sunday, September 13th
2:00-4:00pm
Hammerschmidt Chapel
FREE


Elmhurst University Bands

09/04/2026

A fresh new school year just waiting to be filled with music! 💙🎶

Music classes may not be in session, but we are still making music!!! Enjoy FREE concerts in Hammerschmidt on June 10th...
06/09/2026

Music classes may not be in session, but we are still making music!!!

Enjoy FREE concerts in Hammerschmidt on June 10th and June 24th.


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EU Woodwind Summer Institute Day 1 is underway!!!Woodwind Symphony is rehearsing Great Gate of Kiev! .clarinet.di...
06/08/2026

EU Woodwind Summer Institute Day 1 is underway!!!

Woodwind Symphony is rehearsing Great Gate of Kiev!



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2026 EU Honors Recital Friday, May 15th 7:00pmBuik Recital Hall, Irion HallCongrats to all of the soloists and chamber m...
05/02/2026

2026 EU Honors Recital
Friday, May 15th 7:00pm
Buik Recital Hall, Irion Hall

Congrats to all of the soloists and chamber musicians that auditioned this year. The judges were inspired by your musicianship and preparation!

Solo Results
Eliza Martinez, clarinet and Lissette Hernandez, saxophone were named Outstanding Performances for the day!

Chamber Results
1st place Dragonfly Clarinet Quartet
Cristian Zavala, Eliza Martinez, Faith Negele, clarinet; Audrey Dunwoody, bass clarinet

2nd place TIE
Royaa String Quartet
Àani Borrego, violin; Raphael Lausa, violin; Elliott Schaffrath, viola; Sabina Fijor, cello

Iris Saxophone Quartet***
Audrey Dunwoody, Soprano Saxophone; Cadence Leucht, Alto Saxophone, Faith Negele, Tenor Saxophone; Emma Leucht, Baritone Saxophone

***Iris Quartet will perform on the Performance Showcase May 7th at 1:00pm along with Eliza, Lissette and Dragonfly.

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190 Prospect Avenue Irion Hall
Elmhurst, IL
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