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Some of the most profound musical experiences ever written were created for the human voice. In the 26/27 season, UMS presents an extraordinary lineup of vocal and choral performances: Sounds of Unity…

World-renowned orchestras. Superstar soloists. Boundary-pushing chamber music and genre-defying collaborations. UMS’s 26/27 season is packed with unforgettable classical performances. Whether you’re a lifelong concertgoer or simply looking for a breathtaking live music…

With the University of Michigan’s campus-wide theme “Human Health and Well-Being” shaping the academic year ahead, UMS is diving into the powerful ways the arts can inspire healing, foster connection, and support…

Musical giants. Groundbreaking dance. No Safety Net theater. A focus on Arts & Wellness. Welcome to UMS’s 148th season.

Joel Howell and Linda Samuelson have lived in Ann Arbor since the early 1980s and are avid arts supporters in our community. Learn about their connection to the arts, to UMS, and to composer Philip Glass.

If you’ve spent any time in the stranger corners of classical music TikTok lately, you may have encountered Klaviercular — the self-described “pianomaxxing” influencer who has turned extreme piano listening into a…

Earlier in March, UMS hosted a weeklong residency with the Karajan-Akademie, the Berliner Philharmoniker’s prestigious training program that provides talented young musicians from around the globe with hands-on experience and scholarships to…

How does a dance move born in a single neighborhood end up on the screens of millions of people? Or as an “emote” in a video game like Fortnite? In from rock…

The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra’s February 2026 residency brought music, inspiration, and community connection to life, featuring engaging conversations with Wynton Marsalis, student performances, and visits that left a lasting mark…