2024–25 Season

Step into the heart of our centennial celebration as Curtis Institute of Music unveils a season brimming with passion, energy, and greatness.

The Cunning Little Vixen

The forest comes alive in Janáček's woodland fable.

New Music Philly

A month-long celebration of musical innovation in Philadelphia to elevate the cutting-edge performances and artists in classical music in our community.

Graduation Recitals

Graduation recitals display the skill and passion of Curtis students on the cusp of professional musicianship. Members of the class of 2024 will share the breadth of their talent through a culminating graduation recital during the spring semester.

Curtis Presents: Curtis Composers

Curtis Composers builds upon our longstanding tradition of innovation, inspiration, and artistic excellence as we celebrate six of our distinguished composition alumni.

Upcoming Events

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Dongyoung Jake Shim, violin

April 18, 2024 7:30 p.m.
Curtis Institute of Music, Field Concert Hall

String Chamber Music: Mendelssohn and Enesco

April 19, 2024 7:30 p.m.
Curtis Institute of Music, Field Concert Hall

Curtis Composers in Concert

April 20, 2024 7:30 p.m.
Curtis Institute of Music, Gould Rehearsal Hall
Meet Our Faculty

Curtis is a small school by design, offering intensive, individualized study with renowned faculty.

News & Announcements

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Curtis Announces Expansion of Conducting Program, Providing Unparalleled Training for Emerging Conductors

Renowned conducting pedagogue James Ross (’89) appointed as Director of Orchestral Studies, and Yannick Nézet-Séguin appointed Head of Conducting.

Jessica Lee (Violin '01) Named Chair of Cleveland Institute of Music Violin Department

The acclaimed Curtis alumna will step down from her position at the Cleveland Orchestra to assume this full-time leadership role.

Lang Lang (Piano ’02) Honored with Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The superstar pianist, educator, and Curtis alumnus is the first Asian pianist to receive a star on this iconic sidewalk.
Nondiscrimination at Curtis

Curtis is committed to a rich and diverse environment, free of discrimination. Curtis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class status in the administration of any of its programs or activities, including admissions, financial aid, educational programs, or other Curtis-administered programs and activities or in its employment practices.