Change Your Tune. And Your Future.

Here, you’ll learn alongside Lawrentians who regularly go on to perform on some of the biggest stages around the world, lead music departments at colleges across the country, and make careers for themselves in all sorts of ways in, and related to, the music industry. For any non-music majors, “the Con” (as we Lawrentians call it) offers you an open door to take courses that complement your overall education here.

The Commencement Cookout and Graduation Band Concert in Warch Campus Center

Areas of Study

With four degree options and 28 areas of study, you will chart your own course through the Conservatory of Music.

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Student plays muted trumpet in Lawrence Chapel during Baccalaureate service

The Conservatory Experience

Thrive as a student and excel as a musician. Prepare for the evolving world of music with a creative, adaptive approach. 

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Hannah Jeané Jones ’22 sings at for the inaugural cohort of The Denyce Graves Foundations’ Shared Voices program

Life After Lawrence

Conservatory students and alumni inspire us with their versatility, talent, and creativity. See how you too can prepare for a fulfilling life in the music world and shape the future of the industry.

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Recognizing outstanding higher ed jazz ensemble performances.

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Small class sizes mean big opportunities to pursue your passions.

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Put the perform in performing arts with our ensembles, from soaring symphonies to funky jazz.

Apply and Audition

A musical life awaits. Take the next steps by applying and auditioning.

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Visit Our Campus

The best way to find out if Lawrence is the university for you is by visiting.

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Visit Virtually

Your virtual tour starts at the Arch but be sure to check out the Conservatory, to explore learning and performance spaces.

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