School of Music

Become a World Class Professional

If making or teaching music is in your DNA, explore the caliber and camaraderie of our internationally recognized programs. With conservatory-style training grounded in a liberal arts setting, our graduates teach elementary to college levels all over the world, explore music in new ways—from the business of sound technology to the history of race in classical music, and perform at places like Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center.

IC SOM students playing music outside in the sunshine

Discover the School of Music Difference

In one of the best music schools in the nation, you can explore academic areas across IC's five schools, collaborate with peers, and creatively incorporate music into other fields.

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IC Music Week

Participate in live sessions hosted by School of Music Faculty and observe IC music classes throughout the week of Nov 16 - 20!

Virtual Music Info Session

Attend a virtual, live info session hosted by a Music Admission representative to learn more about the School of Music

Virtual Facility Tour

Take a virtual tour of our facilities

INNOVATIVE LEARNING DURING THE PANDEMIC

Explore stories about faculty and students who are collaborating in virtual environments to foster engaging learning opportunities.

Micro-Internships Offer Big-Time Experience and Networking

By Robin Roger, October 2, 2020

A Music Experience Like No Other

By Sherrie Negrea, August 25, 2020

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Black History Month

The School of Music is proud to honor Black History Month with a virtual performance of Glory from the movie Selma. Featuring members of the Ithaca College symphony orchestra, IC choral ensembles, and the Dorothy Cotton Jubilee Singers. Soloists are Marie Ellis-Jordan, voice from the Dorothy Cotton Jubilee Singers, IC student, Matthew Suffern, 22', rapper, Emmett Scott, 20', accompanist, Ian Cummings 15' drumset. The ensemble was directed by Baruch Whitehead, associate professor of music education and produced by Matthew Brockman, 17' and Alec Staples, 19'.

View the performance here.