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. 

 

Festivals & Series

April 5, 2024 7:30pm

New Music Student Showcase

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles

April 20, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Festivals & Series

May 2, 2024 7:30pm

Erin Lesser, flute

McClintock Choral and Recital Room

Festivals & Series

May 14, 2024 7:30pm

Ensemble Linea

Regenstein Master Class Room

Festivals & Series

May 16, 2024 7:30pm

Ensemble Linea

Regenstein Master Class Room

Bienen Ensembles

May 17, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles

Past Events

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

March 9, 2024 7:30pm

Bienen Contemporary/Early Vocal Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Bienen Ensembles Bienen Ensembles

March 8, 2024 7:30pm

Contemporary Music Ensemble

Galvin Recital Hall

Festivals & Series Festivals & Series

March 6, 2024 7:30pm

Aiyun Huang, percussion



Faculty

Hans Thomalla

Hans Thomalla is professor of composition and music technology and director of the Institute for New Music.

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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