June in Buffalo
Nicholas Isherwood performing at June in Buffalo. Photographer: Douglas Levere
A Festival for Today’s Composers
With more than 40 years of history, June in Buffalo is a landmark festival and conference dedicated to emerging and established voices in contemporary music. Hosted annually at the University at Buffalo, it’s where composers come to grow, connect and have their work brought to life by top-tier performers and ensembles.
Learn about:
June in Buffalo 2026 will be fully in-person and held at the University at Buffalo North Campus from Monday, June 1–Sunday, June 7, 2026.
Interested in Participating?
Applications for June in Buffalo 2026 will open soon. Stay tuned for full details
June in Buffalo participants engage in a rigorous schedule that includes:
- Seminars, Lectures and Workshops: Led by world-renowned faculty composers and guest artists.
- Professional Presentations: Gain insights into the latest trends and techniques in contemporary music.
- Participant Forums and Open Rehearsals: Collaborate with professional ensembles and receive feedback.
- Concerts Open to the Public: Afternoon and evening performances by faculty composers, resident ensembles, and internationally acclaimed soloists.
Festival highlights:
- Each composer has one work performed during the week.
- Evening concerts spotlight leading composers, ensembles, and the most adventurous voices in contemporary music.
- Open to performers, composers, and anyone passionate about modern music-making.
Whether you're here to compose, perform, or just listen—June in Buffalo is where new music thrives.
Planning for 2026 is underway.
Please check back for information about:
- Senior composers and guest artists
- Resident ensembles
- Application deadlines and submission guidelines
- Festival schedule