Institute for New Music | Northwestern Bienen School of Music

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

November 19, 2026 7:30pm CST

Matthew Recio's The Puppy Episode

Ryan Opera Theater

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Bienen Ensembles

November 20, 2026 7:30pm CST

Matthew Recio's The Puppy Episode

Ryan Opera Theater

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Bienen Ensembles

November 20, 2026 7:30pm CST

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

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Bienen Ensembles

November 21, 2026 7:30pm CST

Matthew Recio's The Puppy Episode

Ryan Opera Theater

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Bienen Ensembles

November 22, 2026 3:00pm CST

Matthew Recio's The Puppy Episode

Ryan Opera Theater

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Festivals & Series

December 8, 2026 7:30pm CST

Art Is Easy: Giuseppe Chiari at 100

McClintock Choral and Recital Room

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Past Events

Festivals & Series Festivals & Series

October 29, 2026 7:30pm CDT

Student Composers Concert

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

October 23, 2026 7:30pm CDT

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

May 23, 2026 7:30pm CDT

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

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Institute for New Music

The Institute for New Music functions as the nerve center of all contemporary music activities at Northwestern University.