Lawrence’s award-winning ensembles offer life-changing musical experiences for all students.
Immerse yourself in inspiring music from every time and place by performing with Lawrence’s large and small ensembles. Abundant opportunities for musical inspiration and connection – in orchestra, band, choir, jazz ensemble, chamber groups, and world music – await you.
Lawrence’s award-winning ensembles deliver more than 40 performances throughout the academic year. Most events are offered admission-free and many are delivered by webcast. Browse our schedules of live and webcast-delivered performances.
Bands
Two large bands: Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band
Both bands offer high-caliber performance opportunities. These ensembles perform multiple times a year and explore repertoire from the 18th century to the present day.
Choirs
Three large choirs: Cantala, Concert Choir, and Viking Chorale
There’s a place for you in the choir at Lawrence. Experience exceptional performances and world-class training.
Orchestras
Two orchestras: Lawrence Symphony Orchestra (LSO) and Lawrence Chamber Orchestra (LCO)
Experience one of the country’s premiere undergraduate orchestras with LSO and develop chamber skills and leadership with LCO.
Jazz
Three large jazz ensembles: Lawrence University Jazz Ensemble (LUJE), Jazz Band, and Jazz Workshop.
It’s no surprise one of the nation’s best jazz programs offers some of the nation’s best jazz ensembles, which are consistently recognized with Downbeat awards.
Opera Theatre
Many varied and diverse productions including Mainstage Opera, Fall Scenes, and Spring Scenes.
Opportunities abound, including musical theatre, modern/premiere compositions, and guidance with personalized recital experiences.
More Ensembles
Balinese Gamelan, Dance Collective, Improvisation Group (IGLU), New Music Ensemble, Opera Theatre, Percussion Ensemble (LUPÉ) including Sambistas, Kinkaviwo, and Tambo Toké
Explore a wide array of genres and traditions.
Opportunities for Non-Majors
Want to experience Lawrence’s musical campus without being a Conservatory major? Yes, you can! All Lawrence ensembles are open to non-music majors. There are also opportunities to take music classes or private lessons.
Create Your Own Ensembles
The large ensembles at Lawrence are just the beginning. You can create your own small ensembles with your fellow performers. Students regularly rehearse and gig on and off campus with their own ensembles such as chamber groups, bluegrass bands, jazz trios, and more.
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