Events By Tag: “ucf music”

  • Faculty Recital: Jeremy Hunt, tenor

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    Vocal Professor, Dr. Jeremy Hunt, has an extensive resume, in which he performs with a plethora of ensembles and orchestras. Some of his work includes featured soloist for the Riverside Symphonia in Lambertville New Jersey, The Orlando Chorale, the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Windsor Symphony Orchestra. Dr. Hunt is a frequent recitalist in both the US and abroad. Free …

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  • UCF Tuba and Euphonium Day

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    The UCF Tuba-Euphonium studio welcomes all players to a day of recitals, masterclasses and more. Doors open at 8:30 a.m.

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  • UCF Music, Guest Artist: Unheard-of

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    Celebrating more than a decade of composer collaborations, Unheard-of is a Brooklyn-based quartet that connects new music to communities across the United States through the development and performance of adventurous programs using technology and interactive media.  Free event. No registration required.  Read more about the ensemble: Unheard-of

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  • Masterclass with Daniel Anastasio, piano

    Rehearsal Hall

    Join concert pianist Daniel Anastasio for a masterclass in the Rehearsal Hall. Free Admission

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  • Jazz Chamber Concert

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    UCF's two Jazz Chamber groups will perform an intimate repertoire combining musicianship and improvisation. These musicians, led by Jeff Rupert, frequently perform around Central Florida, bringing joy to audiences throughout the community. Free admission. No registration required. 

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  • UCF Annual Bassoon Workshop

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    The University of Central Florida’s Bassoon Workshop features activities designed for high school, college, and community bassoon players, including masterclasses, reed-making, bassoon ensemble reading session, and recital. Bring your bassoon! Guest Artist: Whitney Crockett, Principal Bassoon of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.Free event. No registration required. 

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  • UCF Trombone Day

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    The UCF Trombone studio welcomes all trombone players to a day of recitals, masterclasses and more. Featuring guest artist, Steve Lange from the Boston Symphony Orchestra.  Doors open at 8 a.m.; Event begins at 9 a.m.

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  • National Young Composers Challenge (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall: Steinmetz Hall

    The top young composers in the country converge in Orlando to hear their winning compositions performed by the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, under the baton of Maestro Christopher Wilkins. The National Young Composers Challenge Composium is part concert, part masterclass, and guaranteed to be thrilling from start to finish. Doors will be kept open during the event so that patrons can …

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  • Brass Chamber Concert

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    The UCF Brass Chamber includes the UCF Trumpet Ensemble, the UCF Horn Ensemble, the UCF Trombone Ensemble, and the UCF Tuba & Euphonium Ensemble. Each ensemble brings a unique sound that enriches the audience experience, from the low rich sounds of the euphonium to the bright sounds of the trumpet. Free admission. No registration required. 

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  • Performance and Masterclass with Donna Lee, piano

    Rehearsal Hall

    Join Donna Lee from Kent State University for a piano masterclass and performance. Free Admission

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  • UCF Clarinet Day 2026

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    Join us for UCF’s 36th Annual Clarinet Day! Featuring Guest Artist DANIEL GILBERT, Professor of Clarinet, University of Michigan Designed for all clarinetists — middle and high school students, college musicians, educators, community members, and UCF alumni. UCF Clarinet Day features a large play-in clarinet ensemble, recitals, a masterclass, exhibits, and more. We are thrilled to welcome Professor Daniel Gilbert for a recital …

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  • Tubanauts Concert

    Rehearsal Hall

    UCF’s Tubanauts, a student-led music club, perform in concert. The Tubanauts are comprised of UCF Tuba/Euphonium Studio members, tuba/euphonium ensemble members, and non-majors alike who love the tuba and euphonium.

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  • Orchestra Invitational (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall: Steinmetz Hall

    Seven of Florida’s top middle school and high school orchestras have been selected to participate in UCF Orchestras’ annual invitational. Held in Dr. Philips Center’s world class performance facilities, students get the opportunity to learn from, and perform for, nationally recognized music educators. UCF Orchestras are proud to host the annual UCF-Orlando Orchestra Invitational at the Dr. Phillips Center for …

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  • UCF Symphony Orchestra: Lifted to the Stars (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall: Steinmetz Hall

    Join the UCF Symphony Orchestra and Choirs for Mendelssohn’s Elijah and The Hebrides —an evening of soaring voices and orchestral brilliance you won’t forget! Join the University of Central Florida Symphony Orchestra, under the leadership of Conductor Robert G. Hasty and Assistant Conductor Calogero Fanara, for an unforgettable evening of orchestral and choral brilliance. In collaboration with the UCF Choirs, under the expert direction …

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  • UCF Opera: A Double Bill of Fun (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts) (Recurring Event)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Pugh Theater

    UCF Opera presents A Double Bill of Fun—two charming chamber operas performed in English, each brimming with theatrical flair, vocal brilliance and clever storytelling. Join us as UCF Opera performs Mozart’s The Impresario followed by John Duke’s Captain Lovelock. Both operas are performed in English and designed for an intimate chamber setting, making them perfect for newcomers and seasoned opera lovers alike. Whether …

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  • UCF Opera: A Double Bill of Fun (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts) (Recurring Event)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Pugh Theater

    UCF Opera presents A Double Bill of Fun—two charming chamber operas performed in English, each brimming with theatrical flair, vocal brilliance and clever storytelling. Join us as UCF Opera performs Mozart’s The Impresario followed by John Duke’s Captain Lovelock. Both operas are performed in English and designed for an intimate chamber setting, making them perfect for newcomers and seasoned opera lovers alike. Whether …

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  • Flying Horse Big Band: An Artist's Frame for Orlando (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall

    UCF’s premier jazz ensemble, The Flying Horse Big Band, will play the world premiere of An Artist’s Frame for Orlando, composed by UCF jazz director and band leader, Jeff Rupert. This multi-movement work for jazz ensemble is a retrospective of Orlando, from the perspective of an artist. The Flying Horse Big Band was one of 10 university jazz bands in …

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  • UCF Percussion Ensemble featuring the Sympatico Percussion Group (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall

    Experience an electrifying evening as the UCF Percussion Ensemble and special guests the Sympatico Percussion Group fill the hall with the full power and artistry of percussion music. This concert will feature a set performed by the UCF Percussion Ensemble, directed by Thad Anderson. That will be followed by a performance of featured guest artist the Sympatico Percussion Group, a …

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  • Exceptional Knights (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Steinmetz Hall

    The UCF Concert Band’s “A Day at the Parks” concert offers an inclusive, sensory-friendly experience for all, including the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and neurodivergent communities. Formerly known as “Inclusive Knights,” “Exceptional Knights” offers the same safe and welcoming place for people who are looking for ways to access live music and may not normally be able to do so. …

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  • Music and the Brain featuring the Pegasus String Quartet (part of UCF Celebrates the Arts)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: DeVos Family Room

    Music and the Brain is an immersive event that brings together live chamber music by the Pegasus String Quartet and insights from leading scientists. Experience the inspiring connection between music and neuroscience in this special UCF Celebrates the Arts 2026 presentation. Led by Dr. Kiminobu Sugaya (Professor of Medicine and Head of Neuroscience, UCF College of Medicine) and Dr. Ayako Yonetani (Professor of …

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  • Woodwind Ensemble Concert

    Rehearsal Hall

    The UCF woodwind ensembles feature the UCF Clarinet Ensembles, Flute Knights ensemble, UCF Saxophone Ensemble, and UCF Bassoon Ensemble. Enjoy the melodic blend of sounds and melodies that span across centuries.  Free admission

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  • Florida Horn Festival

    Rehearsal Hall

    The UCF Music Department is proud to announce the Annual Florida Horn Festival on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The Florida French Horn Festival features activities designed for high school, college and community horn players, including performances, clinics and a horn ensemble reading session. All participants are encouraged to bring their instruments!

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  • Knights Trumpet Ensemble

    Rehearsal Hall

    The Knights Trumpet Ensemble presents a concert of original works and orchestrations for this unique ensemble. Free Admission

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