School of Music

The School of Music transforms lives through excellence in music teaching, performance, creative activities, research and service.

The Power and Promise of Music

We prepare musicians for professional careers and leadership in music teaching, performance, composition, research and related fields, by offering more than 20 degree programs.

The School of Music serves as a cultural and educational center of excellence for the state of South Carolina and the nation. Faculty members and their students engage in community outreach activities by organizing and teaching workshops, classes, camps and clinics. The School of Music enriches the musical life of the university and the city by offering more than 300 concerts and recitals a year.

Bridging Our Distances

Together the students, faculty, and staff are going beyond the concert hall to create purpose driven concerts and events in the community and utilizing music as the bridge. As a society we are experiencing isolation and disconnected living through a global pandemic in addition to immense suffering felt from the inequality and inequity of liberty that must be available to all Americans. Learn More

School of Music News

Friendship Marches On

James K. Copenhaver's legacy continues through memorabilia display donated by Ken '81/'92 and Maribeth Corbett '80

Spotlight on Kirk Randazzo

Since 2010 Kirk Randazzo '94 has been the Voice of the Carolina Band. In addition to being a band alumnus, he's the chair of the political science department at Univeristy of South Carolina. A true mentor for many, Kirk shared thoughts about his band experiences from the past and present.

Student Spotlight: Charlotte Downs

Charlotte Downs is a music industry studies undergrad at the University of South Carolina School of Music. She auditioned at numerous universities, but South Carolina felt like home to her. Recently the Downs' family graciously donated a 400+ piece collection of KISS memorabilia to the University of South Carolina.

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Upcoming Events

Katie Gatch Graduate Voice Recital

Monday, Nov. 29, 2021

Location: School of Music 206 Recital Hall

Cost: FREE

Graduate Vocal Ensemble

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021

Location: School of Music 206 Recital Hall

Cost: FREE

UofSC Symphony Orchestra: A Confession of the Soul; Blair Francis Paponiu, flute

Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021

Location: See Description for Event Location.

Cost: Free–$30

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Musical Theatre Showcase

Challenge the conventional. Create the exceptional. No Limits.