Join us in Celebrating 131 Years of Music at Illinois!
For 131 years, the School of Music at Illinois has been a place where music creates connection. From student ensembles to professional performances, from classrooms to communities, music brings people together, inspires creativity, and deepens understanding.
This May 4th Giving Day, we’re celebrating that legacy by inviting you to support the next generation of musicians.
Your gift today supports:
- Student Scholarships
- Bringing guest artists or composers to campus
- Replacement of equipment and instruments
- Student travel and conference opportunities
- Facility improvements
- And countless other ways
Whether you're an alum, a proud parent, a music lover, or a friend of the arts, your gift keeps our legacy strong and provides support to the 700+ students majoring or minoring in music.
🎯 Join us and give now to be part of something that connects us all and continues to inspire MUSIC at ILLINOIS!
For gifts of $500 or more to the Music at Illinois Fund (the School of Music's annual fund), donors will be able to have a personally engraved paver installed on the North Plaza of the Music Building. For gifts of $500 or more to the Smith Music Legacy Scholarship fund, donors can name a seat in Smith Memorial Hall. For more information about these and other naming opportunities, visit this page.
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