Presenting numerous events over the course of each academic year—including the biennial NUNC! conference and festival, residencies by visiting ensembles and composers, and workshops, lectures, and master classes—the Institute for New Music encompasses all the Bienen School of Music’s contemporary music activities. 

 

Bienen Ensembles

February 13, 2026 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Festivals & Series

February 27, 2026 7:30pm

TAK Ensemble

McClintock Choral and Recital Room

Bienen Ensembles

March 7, 2026 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Alice Millar Chapel


Past Events

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

November 16, 2025 3:00pm

SOLD OUT: Missy Mazzoli's Proving Up

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

November 15, 2025 7:30pm

SOLD OUT: Missy Mazzoli's Proving Up

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

November 14, 2025 7:30pm

SOLD OUT: Missy Mazzoli's Proving Up



Faculty

Alex Mincek

Alex Mincek is director of the Institute for New Music at Northwestern University.

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Ben Bolter

Ben Bolter is co-director of the Contemporary Music Ensemble. He is also associate director of the Institute for New Music at the Bienen School.

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Alan Pierson

Alan Pierson is co-director of the Contemporary Music Ensemble. He is the artistic director and conductor of the ensemble Alarm Will Sound.

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Questions?

Ticket Office

Located on the southeast entrance of
Pick-Staiger Concert Hall
50 Arts Circle Drive, Evanston IL

Ticket Office Hours

Monday - Friday     10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Saturday                   12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
Sunday                      Closed

During Summer/Academic Breaks
Hours vary; visit Ticket Office and Information for updates.

Contact

Phone: 847-467-4000
Email: events.music@northwestern.edu