Join us in making music!

The Music Department at College of DuPage boasts a variety of music ensembles and offers private lessons in voice and on any instrument, or group lessons in voice and piano, as well as courses in digital recording and editing, music theory and history.

Find a musical community and experience the joy of performing in one of COD’s many ensembles. Musicians of all ages are welcome to join. Select ensembles require an audition to join and/or for placement. Email the director or for any general questions call (630) 942-2048.

For more information on private lessons click here.

Free Music Fridays @ Noon
Curated by Music Department Chair Matt Shevitz, Free Music Fridays is a series of one-hour programs featuring the College of DuPage faculty, students, alumni and guests. Click HERE to view the full schedule.

For more information on music courses including class voice, class piano, world music, music appreciation, American music, music business, or recording techniques, visit the College of DuPage academic page.

Guitar Ensemble

Thursday, May 15 | 11a

Director Steve Ramsdell Come hear the Guitar Ensemble and experience a lively mix of blues, jazz, funk and even classical arranged for a variety of guitarists! About the Ensemble: Guitar Ensemble features acoustic and electric guitars performing 20th century American music. No audition necessary. About the Director: Chicago-based guitarist Steve Ramsdell performs commercial music, jazz classics, solo…

Chamber Singers and Concert Choir

Thursday, May 15 | 7:30p

Director Patrick O'Shea Chamber Singers specialize in vocal chamber music of all periods with particular emphasis on Renaissance madrigal and motets, music of the 20th century, and the music of many cultures. Contemporary music includes major composers, avant-garde music and arrangements of folk, ethnic and popular music. This select ensemble includes voice majors, other music…

Jazz/Pop Combos

Friday, May 16 | 7:30p

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the College of DuPage Jazz/Pop Ensembles concert, where students take center stage to perform their own unique arrangements! The concert will feature an eclectic mix of music from various genres, showcasing the creativity and talent of the student performers. From jazz to pop to everything in between, each…