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The Conservatory produces over 400 performances each academic year — on campus and in the community. They include major productions in Music, Dance and Theatre, including main stage opera and musical, student recitals and capstones, choral concerts, master classes, guest lecturers and more — most of which are free. Find out what's coming up next.
Performances and Events
In the mood for live performances in music, dance and theatre? There's always something happening at UMKC Conservatory — and we do our best to capture it all. Check out our livestream channel to see what's happening today and experience incredible performances by Conservatory students, faculty and guest artists.
Tune In to the Conservatory
Hear more from the UMKC Conservatory on 91.9 Classical KC — Kansas City's only 24/7 public, listener-supported classical radio station.
The UMKC Conservatory Hour
The UMKC Conservatory Hour shines a spotlight on some of Kansas City's best emerging and seasoned artists. Hosted by UMKC Conservatory DMA student Rodrigo Camargo, these broadcasts include everything from grand orchestral showcases to intimate chamber and solo works — all recorded at the UMKC Conservatory.
Sounds Like With Sean Chen Podcast
Beethoven and Billy Joel? Electric Vehicles and Arvo Pärt? Brahms and Jiminy Cricket? Experience unexpected musical connections and custom mashups with award-winning pianist and Jack Strandberg/Missouri Endowed Professor of Piano Sean Chen.
In the News
Kansas City Jazz Scene Provides Rich Learning Opportunity
25 Jan 2026 | Matt Robertson chose UMKC for its renowned jazz faculty and location in the heart of KC Read full story Kansas City Jazz Scene Provides Rich Learning Opportunity
UMKC Students Hit the Right Notes in France and Switzerland
12 Dec 2025 | Six Conservatory students studied and performed abroad Read full story UMKC Students Hit the Right Notes in France and Switzerland
Honoring a Legacy of Dance and Dedication
4 Aug 2025 | Tatiana Dokoudovska shaped Kansas City ballet for generations Read full story Honoring a Legacy of Dance and Dedication
Experience Crescendo
Learn more about Crescendo, the Conservatory's annual event and fundraiser that features performances from hundreds of talented student artists and musicians.
Research Spotlight
UMKC Conservatory's Director of Music Therapy and Associate Professor, Dr. Amy Robertson, is a board-certified music therapist who specializes in working with premature infants. Learn more about her research on the benefits of music therapy for extremely preterm infants born at 25-28 weeks.