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James Dixon and the “Thefts” of the U.S. Seventh Army Symphony

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Virtual

Join exhibition co-curator Sarah Suhadolnik for an online lecture as she explores James Dixon's time in the U.S. Army, where he developed both his signature fortitude and his technique for conducting opera. Please register in advance to receive the webinar link. All are welcome to attend this free event.

About the lecture:
James Dixon toured Germany with the U.S. Seventh Army Symphony in the 1950s, an experience that launched his professional career as a conductor. Learn about the fly-by-night...

Recital: Karina Glasinovic, piano

Friday, June 5, 2026 3:30pm
Voxman Music Building

DMA III Recital: Karina Glasinovic, piano

This concert is free and open to the public. 

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The Conrad A. Marvin Memorial Concert featuring the Seamark and Conifer String Quartets

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 7:30pm
Voxman Music Building

The Conrad A. Marvin Memorial Concert featuring the Seamark and Conifer String Quartets

Renee Santos, violin
Yestyn Griffith, violin
Hugo Kaut, violin
Kylie Little, viola
Oliver Bostian, viola
Katie Forbush, cello
Celia Phillips, cello

This concert is free and open to the public.

Almita Vamos, violin and Ksenia Nosikova, piano

Sunday, October 11, 2026 3:00pm
Voxman Music Building

Almita Vamos, violin and Ksenia Nosikova, piano

This concert is free and open to the public.

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Band Extravaganza

Sunday, December 6, 2026 3:00pm
Xtream Arena

Get Ready for the BOOM at Iowa’s Biggest Band Event!

Join us for the 57th Annual Band Extravaganza — an unforgettable afternoon of music, spirit, and Hawkeye tradition featuring the University of Iowa Symphony Band, Johnson County Landmark, the Hawkeye Marching Band with the Hawkeye Golden Girl and Drum Major, the Iowa Spirit Squads, and Herky the Hawk.

We're also proud to welcome our special guest band, the Marching Lions from Linn-Mar High School.