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UMS staff is all working from home — and we cannot wait to introduce the 2020/21 season!

Through the U-M Library, students, faculty, and staff have free access to many incredible online arts resources. Discover five of our favorites.

Watch a special message to audiences, donors, and subscribers by UMS president Matthew VanBesien.

This is not the first time UMS has been forced to make tough choices in response to a global pandemic. Discover how the 1918 Spanish Flu impacted bringing “the world’s greatest tenor” to Ann Arbor.

Enjoy selections from every one of Sir James Galway’s UMS programs since his 1978 Ann Arbor debut.

UMS staff compiled a playlist to help stay calm and productive while working from home.

UMS guest contributor Doyle Armbrust interviews Tarek Yamani about his inspiring self-reflection and journey finding a unique musical voice and “Afro-Tarab” style.

In light of Hélène Grimaud’s canceled performance due to COVID-19 restrictions, enjoy a playlist of the exact recital program featuring Ms. Grimaud’s magnificent recordings.

All University of Michigan campus events convening 100+ people are canceled through April 21. UMS will follow up via email no later than Friday, 3/13 with information about refund and ticket donation options for canceled presentations.