International Guitar Night

With Thu Le, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba

TUE, MAR 10
 CONCERT HALL

International Guitar Night

With Thu Le, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba

TUE, MAR 10
 CONCERT HALL


International Guitar Night (IGN), celebrating its 26th anniversary, returns this year to the Forbes Center with a dynamic lineup featuring Thu Le, Taimane, Alexandr Misko, and Lucas Imbiriba. IGN is a gathering of individuals who captivate on their own and then blow away the audience when they perform together! Video
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JMU Symphony Orchestra

With guest composer Kevin Day

THU, MAR 12
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Symphony Orchestra

With guest composer Kevin Day

THU, MAR 12
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Kira Omelchenko, is the premier symphonic ensemble for the School of Music at James Madison University. There will be a pre-concert talk at 6:30 pm in the Concert Hall lobby.
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The Three Italian Tenors

FRI, MAR 13
 CONCERT HALL

The Three Italian Tenors

FRI, MAR 13
 CONCERT HALL


Direct from Rome - experience the brilliance of The Three Italian Tenors! Making their North American debut, The Three Italian Tenors - Giovanni Maria Palmia, Ugo Tarquini, and Alessandro Fantoni - bring timeless Italian opera arias and beloved songs to life with passion, charm, and dazzling vocal power. Joined by pianist Fabrizio Mocata, this unforgettable evening blends romance, drama, and nostalgia in a stunning celebration of Italy’s rich musical heritage. Video
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The Steel Wheels and Emily King

SAT, MAR 14
 WILSON HALL

The Steel Wheels and Emily King

SAT, MAR 14
 WILSON HALL


Red Wing presents the 4th annual Winter Roots Concert featuring The Steel Wheels and four-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, Emily King. The Steel Wheels have spent 20 years crafting their own distinct style of American roots music. After two decades of making music together, The Steel Wheels are still growing, still pushing, still at it, and they’re marking the occasion with the release of their 9th studio album, The Steel Wheels. Emily King is a cross-genre artist collaborating with an array of acclaimed contemporaries, including Robert Glasper, Sara Bareilles, Brittany Howard, Lukas Nelson, and Jon Batiste, to name a few.

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Šarūnas Jankauskas, clarinet

WED, MAR 25
 RECITAL HALL

Šarūnas Jankauskas, clarinet

WED, MAR 25
 RECITAL HALL


JMU clarinet faculty member Šarūnas Jankauskas has performed throughout Europe, Canada, and the United States, collaborating with Boulder Chamber Orchestra, the St. Petersburg and Jasper String Quartets, as well as pianists Domenico Codispoti and Johan Botes.
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Huang-Miyamoto Violin Piano Duo

THU, MAR 26
 RECITAL HALL

Huang-Miyamoto Violin Piano Duo

THU, MAR 26
 RECITAL HALL


Wanchi's CDs have been excellently reviewed (“her incisive technique and an exceptionally rich and beautiful tone...”by Phil's Classical Reviews, Audio Video Club of Atlanta.) Miyamoto has enjoyed an acclaimed international career winning top honors from the American Pianists Association and National Chopin Piano Competition.

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JMU Concert Band

 

MON, MAR 30
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Concert Band

 

MON, MAR 30
 CONCERT HALL


The Concert Band is the largest ensemble in the band program, performing a diverse range of wind band repertoire. 
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JMU Brass Band and Massanutten Brass Band

WED, APR 1
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Brass Band and Massanutten Brass Band

WED, APR 1
 CONCERT HALL


Crowned the 2024 North American Brass Association Championship Section winning band, the JMU Brass Band is one of the most successful collegiate brass bands in the world today. Formed by Professor Kevin Stees in the Fall of 2000, the group maintains an active schedule, performing regularly throughout the academic year, and has been a featured ensemble at numerous festivals and conferences worldwide. The JMU Brass Band is currently ranked in the top 50 brass bands worldwide. The Massanutten Brass Band, from Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, was formed in September of 2001 and has developed a loyal and enthusiastic following of brass band enthusiasts.
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Monticello Strings

THU, APR 2
 RECITAL HALL

Monticello Strings

THU, APR 2
 RECITAL HALL


Monticello Strings is a string chamber group of faculty and student string majors consisting of James Madison University professors Wanchi (violin), Diane Phoenix-Neal (viola), Aiveen Gallagher (violin), Carl Donakowski (cello), and JMU School of Music students. 

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Nidia Góngora and Band

SAT, APR 4
 CONCERT HALL

Nidia Góngora and Band

SAT, APR 4
 CONCERT HALL


The “Maestra Nidia Góngora” as she is known, is the most recognized singer in the Colombian Pacific and the bearer of the innate tradition inherited from her elders and the leading singers of her community. Nidia’s versatile, innovative music fuses lyrics and rhythms such as currulaos, bundes, jugas, rumbas, and lullabies with a touch of folk, electronic beats and experimental sounds. Video
This engagement of Nidia Góngora is made possible in part through the Mid Atlantic Tours program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts in collaboration with Ibermusicas. Mid Atlantic Arts 
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JMU Guitar Ensemble

MON, APR 6
 RECITAL HALL

JMU Guitar Ensemble

MON, APR 6
 RECITAL HALL


Members of the guitar studio perform in our Guitar Ensemble, which performs every semester. Performances include guitar music from Renaissance to 20th century, in group settings, as well as duos, trios, and quartets.
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JMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

With Composer-in-Residence James Stephenson

TUE, APR 7
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Wind Symphony and Symphonic Band

With Composer-in-Residence James Stephenson

TUE, APR 7
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Wind Symphony and Symponic Band, both under the direction of Christopher Cicconi, is the premier woodwind, brass and percussion ensemble at JMU. The Wind Symphony is committed to performing the great works of the wind band’s core repertoire while also exploring the best of contemporary composition. 
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Cinderella: A Classic Fairytale Opera

Adapted by Joshua Borths
Based on the operas by Gioachino Rossini and Jules Massenet

Featuring the JMU Opera Theatre

SAT-SUN, APR 11-12
 RECITAL HALL

Cinderella: A Classic Fairytale Opera

Adapted by Joshua Borths
Based on the operas by Gioachino Rossini and Jules Massenet

Featuring the JMU Opera Theatre

SAT-SUN, APR 11-12
 RECITAL HALL


Once upon a time, a young prince threw a royal ball to choose his future bride! Everyone in the kingdom was invited, but Cinderella was forced to stay behind by her devious stepfather, Don Magnifico, and her shallow stepsister. However, with the help of her fairy godmother, Cinderella wins the day, transforming herself-and the kingdom-along the way. 35-minute children’s opera sung in English. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
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Madison Baroque

The JMU Ensemble for Early Music

MON, APR 13
 RECITAL HALL

Madison Baroque

The JMU Ensemble for Early Music

MON, APR 13
 RECITAL HALL


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JMU Chamber Orchestra

THU, APR 16
 RECITAL HALL

JMU Chamber Orchestra

THU, APR 16
 RECITAL HALL


The JMU Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Kira Omelchenko, is conducted by graduate orchestral conducting students and comprises of strings, winds, brass, and percussion musicians.

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Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music

From Joan Baez and Bonnie Raitt to Alison Krauss and Brandi Carlile featuring Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh

SAT, APR 18
 CONCERT HALL

Women of Americana: A Celebration of American Music

From Joan Baez and Bonnie Raitt to Alison Krauss and Brandi Carlile featuring Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh

SAT, APR 18
 CONCERT HALL


Join us for a heartfelt celebration of early folk, country, gospel, and Western swing music with Women of Americana! This isn’t just a concert—it’s an exuberant exploration of this singular American genre that planted the roots of American music. Featuring vocalists and instrumentalists Cristina Vane and Brennen Leigh. Video
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JMU Jazz Ensemble

TUE, APR 21
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Jazz Ensemble

TUE, APR 21
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Jazz Ensemble was founded in 1971 and membership in each is determined by audition each semester. JMU jazz groups have performed at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Terrace Theater, Montreux International Jazz and Blues Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival and VMEA annual convention.
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JMU Jazz Band

WED, APR 22
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Jazz Band

WED, APR 22
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Jazz Band was founded in 1971 and membership is determined by audition each semester. JMU jazz groups have performed at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts’ Terrace Theater, Montreux International Jazz and Blues Festival, North Sea Jazz Festival and VMEA annual convention.
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JMU Percussion Ensemble

FRI, APR 24
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Percussion Ensemble

FRI, APR 24
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Percussion Ensemble, directed by Casey Cangelosi, consists of nearly 30 students and has performed throughout the East Coast, including concerts at the Virginia Music Educators Association Convention and Virginia Days of Percussion.
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JMU Symphony Honors Concert

SUN, APR 26
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Symphony Honors Concert

SUN, APR 26
 CONCERT HALL


Experience the captivating sounds of classical music as JMU’s Symphony Orchestra collaborates with the winners of the 2025-26 School of Music Concerto/Aria Competition. Students from each of the six areas—woodwinds, brass and percussion, strings, piano, and voice—compete, with two finalists from each selected for the final round. There will be a pre-concert talk at 1 pm in the Concert Hall lobby.
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University Choruses

TUE, APR 28
 CONCERT HALL

University Choruses

TUE, APR 28
 CONCERT HALL


The concert will feature University Chorus Soprano/Alto, and University Chorus Tenor/Bass.
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University Choruses & Chamber Orchestra

TUE, APR 28
 CONCERT HALL

University Choruses & Chamber Orchestra

TUE, APR 28
 CONCERT HALL


The concert will feature University Chorus Soprano/Alto, University Chorus Tenor/Bass, the combined University Chorus and the Chamber Orchestra.
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JMU Brass Band

SAT, MAY 2
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Brass Band

SAT, MAY 2
 CONCERT HALL


Crowned the 2024 North American Brass Association Championship Section winning band, the JMU Brass Band is one of the most successful collegiate brass bands in the world today. Formed by Professor Kevin Stees in the Fall of 2000, the group maintains an active schedule, performing regularly throughout the academic year, and has been a featured ensemble at numerous festivals and conferences worldwide. The JMU Brass Band is currently ranked in the top 50 brass bands worldwide.
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JMU Concert Band and Symphonic Band

MON, MAY 4
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Concert Band and Symphonic Band

MON, MAY 4
 CONCERT HALL


The Concert Band is the largest ensemble in the band program, performing a diverse range of wind band repertoire. The Symphonic Band ensemble performs music ranging from the best of the core repertoire to the latest in contemporary composition and is under the direction of Christopher Cicconi.
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JMU Wind Symphony

WED, MAY 6
 CONCERT HALL

JMU Wind Symphony

WED, MAY 6
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Wind Symphony, under the direction of Christopher Cicconi, is the premier woodwind, brass and percussion ensemble at JMU. The Wind Symphony is committed to performing the great works of the wind band’s core repertoire while also exploring the best of contemporary composition. 
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