Festivals & Workshops
Discover the Natalie L. Haslam College of Music’s festivals and workshops! Our events offer unique opportunities to learn from top artists, enhance your skills, and connect with the music community. Explore our upcoming programs and join us in celebrating the art of music.
Fall 2026
Vols Flute Fest
September 12-13
The Vols Flute Fest welcomes students, teachers, amateur and professional flutists for this two-day event. Vols Flute Fest features masterclasses, presentations, flute choir reading sessions, chamber music coachings, concerts and recitals.
This festival is for all-ages.
Viola Mini Celebration
September 27
The Viola Celebration is one fulfilling day in the Spring and one in Fall of collaborative music making, personal growth, and friendship
Spring 2027
Tennessee Cello Workshop
February 12-14
The Tennessee Cello Workshop (TCW) is a three-day exploration and celebration of cello playing and music making. The TCW encourages cellists of any age and proficiency level to participate.
This workshop is for all-ages.
Suzuki Training
February 13
As part of the Tennessee Cello Workshop, Suzuki Training is a one-day program designed for beginning through intermediate Suzuki trained cellists.
This program is for ages 3-10.
Brass Day
February 20
Brass Day is an inspiring workshop designed for high school and collegiate musicians. Highlights include captivating performances by our renowned brass faculty, faculty-led warm-up sessions tailored to each instrument, and a masterclass and recital.
This workshop is for those in high school and collegiate musicians.
UT Percussion Festival
February 27
The UT Percussion Festival offers the opportunity for students and band directors to be immersed in the art of percussion for an entire weekend of learning and discovery.
This festival is for all-ages.
Contemporary Music Festival
March 1-2
The UT Contemporary Music Festival celebrates contemporary music through concerts of new music, workshops, and paper presentations each spring. It welcomes guest performers, scholars, and composers from around the world. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend the various events!
This festival is for all-ages.
Double Reed Day
March 21
Calling students of all ages passionate about the oboe and the bassoon, the Double Reed Day features performances, reed making, masterclasses, and community building.
This festival is for all-ages.
Mini Viola Celebration
March 21
The Viola Celebration is one fulfilling day in the Spring and one in Fall of collaborative music making, personal growth, and friendship.
Knoxville International Piano Festival & Competition
March 19-21
Open to students and professionals, the Knoxville International Piano Festival & Competition includes showcase concerts, lectures, competitions, and masterclasses.
This festival is for ages 6-30
Jazz Summit
April 3
The UT Rocky Top Jazz Summit is an exciting one-day jazz intensive for high school students hosted by the UT Jazz Faculty. Students learn the basics of jazz improvisation, get helpful insight into playing your specific instrument in masterclasses, and jam with other students from around the region.
This festival is for high school students.
Conducting Workshop
Date Coming Soon
The UT Conducting Workshop is a fulfilling day of collaborative music making, personal growth, and friendship.
This workshop is for all-ages
Summer 2027
Ursus String Camp
June 22-28
The UT Ursus String Camp offers a one-week advanced precollege program for advanced violinists, violists, and cellists, on the beautiful University of Tennessee, Knoxville campus each June.
This camp is for ages 12-18