Krannert Center

Whether you are a high school student, college student, working professional, or retiree, we invite you to engage with Butler’s award-winning novel Parable of the Sower through our Community Read this season!

This group from the University of Illinois specializes in tunes from the Big Band era.

The versatile musicians of the UI Philharmonia Orchestra play works ranging from new experimental pieces to classics of the literature. The Illini Strings is a string orchestra that performs music from the classics to music written in the 21st century.

The composer and prolific recording artist Jim Pugh leads the UI Jazz Trombone Ensembles on works arranged or written by group members.

If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson’s, join us to explore gentle movement in a safe and welcoming virtual environment.

A preeminent ensemble in the world, the University of Illinois Wind Symphony premieres new works, travels to national and international events, and sets the standard for band performance and training.

E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless tale—complete with enchanted toys, a princely hero, and fanciful figures—comes to life in this showcase of community talent.

The UI Latin Jazz Ensemble performs works with South American, Caribbean, Afro-Cuban, and traditional jazz influences.

E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless tale—complete with enchanted toys, a princely hero, and fanciful figures—comes to life in this showcase of community talent.

Strings take the lead when this student jazz ensemble heads into the Studio Theatre.

E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless tale—complete with enchanted toys, a princely hero, and fanciful figures—comes to life in this showcase of community talent.

Jazz vocalists can perform a cappella, create their own vocal percussion, become entire orchestras unto themselves, or sing dense arrangements backed by rhythm musicians.

E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless tale—complete with enchanted toys, a princely hero, and fanciful figures—comes to life in this showcase of community talent.

A festive tradition, this concert joins choruses, instrumentalists, and audience members in a celebration of the winter season.

E.T.A. Hoffman’s timeless tale—complete with enchanted toys, a princely hero, and fanciful figures—comes to life in this showcase of community talent.

The classic jazz ensemble, UI Concert Jazz Band, is led by Chip McNeill—a performer with Arturo Sandoval, Nat Adderley, Maynard Ferguson, and the Woody Herman Orchestra.

This group from the University of Illinois specializes in tunes from the Big Band era.

The University of Illinois Symphony Orchestra (UISO) is the School of Music's premier orchestra. The Oratorio Society is the symphonic choir of the University of Illinois.

Students in these small jazz combos have the opportunity to hone their technique and work on tight arrangements.

The holiday season begins with CUSO’s joyful return to Foellinger Great Hall at Krannert Center. This year’s holiday concert welcomes families to enjoy carol arrangements new and old, and a variety of vocal masterpieces.