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Beyond Lawrence
There's never been a more exciting time to be a musician in this world than right now. We're really looking at how your musical life and your musical dreams can manifest through entrepreneurial practice. Lawrence's students have the opportunity to actually lead change in our industry as they go out into the world beyond.
Lawrence Conservatory Experience
Powerful preparation for a musical life. That’s our promise to you. From technique to performance, you’ll experience a culture of creativity that grounds you in core musicianship while letting your musical imagination take flight.
Award-winning ensembles
Whether it’s a sweeping orchestral arrangement from a concert hall, a mariachi halftime show, or an outdoor jazz trio, our ensembles offer you so many opportunities to shine on stages large and small.
Renowned Faculty
Our Conservatory faculty are musicians who are at the top of their craft. You’ll learn from them as mentors—and play with them as colleagues.
Degree Options
Score your own musical journey. Choose from a Bachelor of Music, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, the popular Double Degree that grants a Bachelor of Music and a Bachelor of Arts, and the Bachelor of Musical Arts. Our four degree options offer you the flexibility to ensure your education suits your individual path.
Making Music
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Major Ensembles
Major Ensembles
Put the perform in performing arts with our ensembles, from soaring symphonies to funky jazz.
Academics
Top 50
Best Undergraduate Teaching
Best Undergraduate Teaching
Lawrence recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a college for best undergraduate teaching.
Conservatory
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Downbeat Awards for Jazz Ensemble
Downbeat Awards for Jazz Ensemble
Lawrence's musicians have been consistently recognized by the prestigious Downbeat Awards.
Senior Lucy Croasdale created a jazz composition under the direction of Patty Darling in advance of Fred Sturm Jazz Celebration Weekend. It was performed by visiting student bands.
Tine Thing Helseth, an acclaimed trumpet player from Norway, will take the stage of Memorial Chapel, the 2nd concert in LU’s 2019-20 Artist Series.
The annual Fred Sturm Jazz Celebration Weekend returns Nov. 4-5, bringing more than 400 high school and middle school students to campus for immersive jazz instruction.