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

October 18, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Festivals & Series

November 8, 2024 7:30pm

Student Composers Concert

Regenstein Master Class Room

Bienen Ensembles

November 15, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall


Past Events

Festivals & Series Festivals & Series

October 1, 2024 7:30pm

Nathan Mertens and Kenta Saito with Tomoko Kashiwagi

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

June 1, 2024 3:00pm

Bienen Contemporary/Early Vocal Ensemble and University Chorale

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

May 17, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall



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