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If you're passionate about music and envision yourself performing, conducting, teaching, composing, or working as a music therapist, Iowa's music program offers exciting possibilities. Whether your interests lie in choral groups, instrumental ensembles, jazz bands, popular music, classical orchestras, or marching bands, you'll discover abundant opportunities here. Iowa music alumni have pursued successful careers as performers, therapists, and educators. The University of Iowa School of Music maintains its standing among the nation's top university music programs and enjoys international acclaim in the fine arts world.
With approximately 470 music students, our program strikes the perfect balance - substantial enough to offer robust specialization options yet intimate enough to provide personalized guidance for your artistic development. The school welcomes both music majors and non-majors, offering comprehensive coursework for degree seekers alongside diverse performance opportunities and classes for all students interested in musical exploration.