IU Jacobs School of Music
For over a century, we have been known for our excellence in performance, artistry, and collaboration—but most of all, for our belief in the inherent value of a creative life.
We have helped launch the careers of countless performers, scholars, and music educators who have become leaders around the globe.
Our more than 1,500 students come from all 50 states and as many as 55 countries. Each one benefits from the intensity and focus of a world-class conservatory combined with the broad academic offerings of a major university.
Aaron Coplan's Lincoln Portrait with the University Orchestra, Ray Cramer & Bob Knight
Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring with the Chamber Orchestra, Jorja Fleezanis
Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2 – Rondo with Jonathan Biss & Jacobs Chamber Orchestra
Backstories with Daniela Candillari, conductor & Michael Shell, director
"Che soave zeffiretto" from The Marriage of Figaro
Backstories with Gianna Reisen, choreographer
Tribute to Susann McDonald – Handel Concerto in B‑flat Major
“Feet Bone” by Duke Ellington with the Jazz Ensemble
Backstories with Fawzi Haimor, conductor
Die Walküre – Act 1, Erste Szene | Mainstage in Concert
Strauss’s An Alpine Symphony (“Eine Alpensinfonie”) with the Concert Orchestra
Music Creation & Production at the Jacobs School of Music
Ballet students in Martinů’s "La revue de cuisine"
Backstories with Crystal Manich, director
Backstories with Stuart Skelton, Siegmund
Christina Runnacles-Hightower on Mimi Zweig: "She just always pushes us to be better"
Brenda Brenner on Mimi Zweig: "Every problem is between two notes"
Rachel Patrick on Mimi Zweig: "Many of us view her as a second mom"
Mahler: Symphony No. 2 "Resurrection" – Finale Excerpt
"Senza Mamma" from Suor Angelica
“Ach, meine Herren und Damen” from Die Fledermaus
"I was standing in a garden" from Trouble in Tahiti
Backstories with Mimi Zweig, Director of IU String Academy
"Colloquy and Soliloquy" from The Turn of the Screw
“Ah, mio cor” from Alcina
Celebrating 75 years of the Singing Hoosiers
Carmen Prelude – Orchestral Performance
IU Brazilian Percussion Ensemble April 27, 2025