School of Music
Supportive community of musicians and scholars
Significant funding for professional development and career-building activities
A vibrant school that hosts over 150 guest artists and scholars every year
News
WMU announces Dr. Joanna Bosse as director of Irving S. Gilmore School of Music
Dr. Bosse is a distinguished scholar and academic leader with extensive experience in Ethnomusicology and music in higher education.
A legacy of generosity leads to naming the WMU School of Music
The Irving S. Gilmore School of Music is being named for the former philanthropist and arts patron whose legacy includes the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation.
Connecting passion with purpose, music graduate sets sights on art management
A vocal performance major, Daniela Peña Cabreja routinely sings the praises of Western Michigan University. In addition to world-class vocal training and once-in-a-lifetime performance opportunities, WMU helped her discover a new passion and career path.
Announcements
WMU Wind Symphony invited to perform at prestigious ABA Convention
The Western Michigan University Wind Symphony, led by Director of Bands Scott Boerma, has been selected for a high-profile performance at the American Bandmasters Association Convention on March 5, 2026, in Chicago. Founded by legends like John Philip Sousa, the ABA is the world’s most elite organization for band conductors, making this invitation a significant professional milestone. Performing at the Harris Theater for this "who’s who" of the band world highlights the Wind Symphony’s national standing and Dr. Boerma’s leadership. The program features a world premiere by Boerma himself, further showcasing the top-tier musical excellence WMU brings to this prestigious stage.
There is a special preview performance scheduled for Sunday, Feb. 22, at 2 p.m. at Miller Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public, featuring soloist Lin Foulk Baird and a lineup of distinguished guest conductors from across the country.