Pianist Aaron Diehl is one of today’s most sought after jazz virtuosos, consistently playing with what The New York Times describes as “melodic precision, harmonic erudition, and elegant restraint.” A featured soloist with the New York Philharmonic, Diehl’s meticulously thought-out performances, collaborations, and compositions are a leading force in today’s generation of jazz contemporaries, spearheading a distinct union of traditional and fresh artistry.

Eastman faculty members and students join the community to perform colorful Balinese music and dance.

Eastman horn, trumpet, trombone, euphonium, and tuba students explore the vast brass chamber music repertoire.

How can an object both connect us with the past and inspire the present? Explore this question as you discover the intricate beadwork created by eight contemporary Onondawaga (Seneca) artists side-by-side with the art of their ancestors from the 1930s from the WPA Indian Arts Project, as well as examples from the 1850s from the RMSC's Lewis Henry Morgan Collection.

Noted American composer Diego Vega will coach Eastman students in his chamber music, and offer a master class for Eastman composition students.

Armed with only their wits, “Whose Line is it Anyway?” stars Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood are taking to the live stage and they’re...Scared Scriptless. Prepare to laugh yourself senseless as improv comedy masterminds Colin & Brad must make up original scenes, songs and more from whatever you, the fans, suggest!

From October to May, Eastman organ students perform in monthly community concerts in local churches around Rochester. In addition to showcasing these students, the Community Concerts spotlight Rochester’s rich organ culture by featuring the diverse array of instruments housed at local churches.

Each Sunday evening, October through April, the Schola Cantorum, an ensemble of voices and historical instruments directed by Stephen Kennedy, performs the 30-minute sung liturgy by candlelight. On the first Sunday of each month, a Candlelight Concert at 8:30 precedes Compline.

Premieres of new pieces by Eastman composition students

From the EMMY® award winning mind of Derek Hough, the live dance show is the first-ever solo tour for the dynamo. The show features brand-new stage production, astounding versatility and, as always, Derek’s magnetic stage presence.

EARS is a platform for research, experimentation, and creation of new works and sound art at the intersection of musical expression and sound technology.

The Eastman Jazz Lab Band is a full 17-piece jazz ensemble, consisting of both undergraduate and graduate students. The ensemble performs a full range of big band repertoire. The band also performs arrangements by known Eastman Jazz alumni and current Eastman Jazz student arrangers. The Ensemble is directed by Associate Professor Rich Thompson and assisted by a graduate JCM student.

Sung in Italian. Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Libretto by Lorenzo da Ponte. Steven Daigle, artistic director | Timothy Long, musical director

The Eastman School of Music Organ Department kicks off a new season of Community Concerts — short organ recitals by Eastman students as part of the department’s ongoing initiative to bring outstanding organ music to the Rochester community.

Mendelssohn: Hebrides Overture; Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1; Schumann: Symphony No. 2 Superstar violinist Joshua Bell will captivate audiences with his performance of Max Bruch’s beloved Violin Concerto No. 1. This special, not-to-be-missed event features Eastman’s own Philharmonia under the direction of David Zinman. Zinman, one of the world’s finest, most respected conductors, whose passion for music and dedication to furthering careers of young musicians, makes “music a better world.”

The Eastman Saxophone Project (ESP) strives to promote the popularity of the saxophone through innovative programming and versatile performances, thereby providing an exciting and invigorating concert experience for a diverse audience.

The Ying Quartet occupies a position of unique prominence in the classical music world, combining communicative performances with a fearlessly imaginative view of chamber music in today’s world. As quartet-in-residence at the Eastman School of Music, the ensemble will perform three Eastman-Ranlet Series concerts during the season.

Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Winds; David Temperley: Sonata for Cello and Piano; Other works to be announced

Smetana: From the Homeland; Kodaly: Duo for Violin and Cello; Shostakovich: Piano Trio, Op. 67. The Faculty Artist Series is generously supported by Patricia Ward-Baker.

With the allure of a modern-day outlaw, Gary Allan has won over fans, peers and critics with his signature blend of smoldering vocals, rebellious lyrics and raucous live performances. While becoming a force on the country music scene, Allan has remained true to his artistic voice each step of the way.

Hochstein’s annual Gala to benefit need-based scholarships includes a cocktail hour, dinner, student performances, and impact stories. Black tie optional.

"With over 300 million video views, comedian and viral sensation John Crist is the next big thing in standup comedy. Whether you know him from viral videos like “Millenial International,” “Road Rage in the Church Parking Lot,” or BuzzFeed’s “Signs You Grew Up Christian,” Crist has solidified his comedic prowess with over 200 live shows a year, highlighted by recent television appearances on Live at Gotham and Laughs on Fox.

Hosted by Classical 91.5's Mona Seghatoleslami, Live from Hochstein is the longest running live broadcast concert series in Western New York. Broadcast live from the Hochstein Performance Hall (50 North Plymouth Ave. in Rochester), the series presents performances by some of the finest artists from the Rochester area’s musical community.

The Lotte Lenya Competition is an international theater singing contest recognizing talented young performers, ages 19 to 32, who are dramatically and musically convincing in a wide range of repertoire, and emphasizes the acting of songs within a dramatic context.

Works to include Hymnus for twelve cellos by Julius Klengel (1859-1933); Anton Arensky: Piano Trio No. 1 in d minor Op. 32. Elinor Freer, piano; Shannon Nance, violin; Mimi Hwang, cello

Established and emerging artists will come together for two nights of extraordinary dance representing diverse styles at the Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department's Spring Dance Concert, Woven. The concert will feature new work, repertory, and collaborations from students, faculty, and guest artists.

Ossia takes its name from the score marking that indicates a musical alternative. This ensemble provides alternatives for the performance of new music at the Eastman School of Music, throughout the Rochester area and beyond. Ossia produces professional-quality concerts of contemporary music, and in so doing, helps the student members learn the musical and entrepreneurial skills needed to mount successful performances.

Director of the Church Music Institute at the Musikhochschule in Lubeck, and Titular Organist of the historic Stellwagen organ in St. Jakobi, Lubeck

A nonverbal tale featuring magic, music, and puppetry based on the Chris Haughton book of the same name. Follow the delightful and surprising journey of a family adventuring through the woods.

This program of Baroque music includes works by Vivaldi, O'Carolan, Corbetta, and Couperin.

Members of the Hochstein String Faculty perform this celebration of music with a Romantic flair, including works by Piazzolla, Mark O'Connor, Dvořák, and Glinka.

Paul Kantor is currently the Sally Shepherd Perkins Professor of Violin at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University having previously served as the Eleanor H. Biggs Distinguished Professor of Violin at the Cleveland Institute of Music.

Former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, Frank Farmer, is hired to protect superstar Rachel Marron from an unknown stalker. Each expects to be in charge; what they don’t expect is to fall in love. A breathtakingly romantic thriller and West End smash hit, The Bodyguard features a host of irresistible classics including “I Wanna Dance with Somebody,” “So Emotional,” “How Will I Know,” “I’m Every Woman,” “Saving All My Love,” “Run to You,” “I Have Nothing,” and one of the biggest selling songs of all time – “I Will Always Love You.” Based off the 1992 film of the same name starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner.

"The Motown sound returns to Rochester! Get ready for a special Mother's Day performance with The Temptations & The Four Tops on Sunday, May 12!

One of Eastman’s signature ensembles performs original works and arrangements from all musical periods for massed trombones.

Ukulele 101 is an exciting group class at Bach to Rock. Classes are designed for 2nd grade - Adult, grouped by elementary, middle school, teens & adults. Kids class (ages 7+) at 4:00 pm, Adult class at 5:00 pm.

Spring has sprung at the Bill Gray's Iceplex! Create your own Wax Hand during the Spring Fling for just $8! Kids 5 and over will love making a mold of their hand in wax

Established and emerging artists will come together for two nights of extraordinary dance representing diverse styles at the Nazareth College Theatre and Dance Department's Spring Dance Concert, Woven. The concert will feature new work, repertory, and collaborations from students, faculty, and guest artists. Artistic Director: Heather Roffe