New Music Festival

The UNI New Music Festival, scheduled Oct. 30-31, 2025, is poised to be a remarkable celebration of contemporary music, bringing together distinguished composers and performers in a showcase of innovation and creativity. Join us for this inspiring event, where the future of music unfolds in the heart of our campus.

Festival Highlights:

  • Concert #1
    • Date/Time: Thursday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m.
    • Location: Davis Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
  • Concert #2
    • Date/Time: Thursday, Oct. 30 at 8 p.m.
    • Location: Davis Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
  • Concert # 3
    • Date/Time: Friday, Oct. 31 at 6 p.m.
    • Location: Davis Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
  • Concert #4
    • Date/Time: Friday, Oct. 31 at 8 p.m.
    • Location: Davis Hall, Gallagher Bluedorn
  • Other Festival Events
    • TBA!

Each concert and presentation at the festival is a testament to the evolving world of new music, promising an array of auditory delights for all attendees. Come and immerse yourself in the innovative sounds and rhythms of today's musical landscape at the UNI New Music Festival 2025.

All events are free and open to the public.

Guest Artists

New Music Festival Committee

UNI School of Music faculty plan and coordinate the annual New Music Festival. This year's committee members are: 

Hannah Porter-Occeña
Erik Rohde
Daniel Swilley
Maddy Tarantelli
Will Yager

Funding

Funding to support the New Music Festival was provided by School of Music donors and friends.