Music performance

Whatever subject you may be studying, and whatever your musical tastes, you will discover an enormous range of inspiring musical opportunities and activities for all students at Surrey. We place a strong emphasis on performance, which is integrated into every aspect of its research and practice. 

Get involved with performance at Surrey

Ensembles

Come and join our ensembles, and experience music making in friendly environment!

Societies

There is a wide range of student-led ensembles and societies you can sign up to throughout the academic year. These ensembles create a community of musicians across the University.

Events

Come and see our staff, students and distinguished guests perform at one of our events.

March

25/3 Lunchtime recital - Carte Blanche. Studio 1, PATS

26/3 The inclusivity of Opera. Co-organised by the Theatrical Voice Research Centre (University of Surrey) and English National Opera. London Coliseum, 2pm.

April

2/4 Pop concert. Studio 1, PATS

3/4 INTRASPECT VII. Join us for an evening of experimental music featuring live electronics, acoustic and digital improvisation. Studio 1, PATS

12/4 University of Surrey Orchestra and Choir. Holy Trinity Church, 7:30pm

May

7/5 Chamber music competition. Studio 1, PATS

June

12, 13, 14/6 Actors, singers and celebrity cultures across the centuries. Conference.

26, 27/6 Broadening music performance: New approaches and possibilities for higher music education. Conference

July

1, 2, 3/7 Early Recordings Association Annual Conference

Outreach activities

We have a wealth of experience and enthusiasm in musical outreach and educational work, interactive concerts and workshops. Through our outreach projects, we offer a range of activities to support our students with their current studies, and providing opportunities for pupils from all backgrounds to make music together. Teaching a range of musical skills through activities and games benefits all participants – broadening the horizons of pupils involved while offering valuable experience to our students!

Some of our projects include:

Scholarships, prizes and recording possibilities

Centres, institutes and associations

Performance centres, institutes and associations are an integral part of Music and Media at Surrey. Each centre is dedicated to a specific research area, including researchers and performers from around the world. 

Staff

Academic staff involved in performance research and teaching:

Ensemble leaders