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Grow your talent and shape your musical future

At the University at Buffalo, music is more than a major—it’s a community. In the Department of Music, you’ll learn, perform and create alongside world-class musicians, composers and scholars who are excited to help you grow. Whether you want to take the stage, write new music or explore how music shapes the world, UB gives you the support, training and opportunities you need to reach your goals. If you’re ready to turn your passion for music into your future, you’ll find your place here.

Current UB students and prospective students:

  • Students who want to declare a music major or performance minor
  • Students that want to take studio lessons for credit (non-major)
  • Prospective majors (transfer students, high school seniors)
  • Prospective graduate students (MM, DMA, or certificate)
Audition Date
  • Saturday, Jan. 24 from 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Baird Recital Hall (250 Baird Hall)

Prospective majors and graduate students only:

  • High schoolers
  • Transfer students applying to UB
  • Prospective graduate students (MM, DMA, or certificate)
Audition Dates
  • Sunday, Feb. 8, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Saturday, Feb. 14, from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. - Syosset High School, Long Island
  • Friday, Feb. 20, from 2–5 p.m. 
  • Sunday, March 1, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Sunday, March 29, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
  • Sunday, April 26, from 1–2 p.m. 
    (UB Accepted Students’ Day)

Baird Recital Hall (250 Baird Hall)

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