What do you get when you combine a world-class conservatory of music with a world-class college of liberal arts? A university uniquely designed to train the innovative and adaptable musicians of the future.


The Lawrence Conservatory prepares you for the opportunities and challenges of our rapidly-changing world. With four degree options, integrate intellectual virtuosity with musical virtuosity in a supportive, creative community that will empower you to find your unique musical path. 

Conservatory Areas of Study

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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.

Mariachi Ensemble plays outside the Banta Bowl during the President's Tailgate

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.

The Lawrence Symphony Orchestra rehearses for Fred Sturm Jazz Celebration Weekend

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.

John Holiday works with a student at Lawrence Conservatory of Music

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.

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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.

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Major Ensembles

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

Academics
Top 50

Best Undergraduate Teaching

Lawrence recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a college for best undergraduate teaching.

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Downbeat Awards for Jazz Ensemble

Lawrence's musicians have been consistently recognized by the prestigious Downbeat Awards.

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