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Concert Halls

Two concert halls are housed in The School of Music.

Holsclaw Hall is a 204 seat intimate facility with flexible acoustics made possible by adjustable side curtains. It houses the Schoenstein concert organ.
Crowder Hall is a 544 seat recital Hall.
Click here for further information on both Holsclaw and Crowder Hall.

Pianos

A major commitment from the University of Arizona Foundation in 1998 has made possible the acquisition of a large number of Steinway pianos for teaching studios, practice studios, and concert facilities. While 48 out of the projected piano acquisition wee installed in September 1998, the balance of the purchase will be completed over a three year period, making this the largest institutional Steinway purchase in the history of the company.

Organ

The University’s acclaimed Schoenstein organ (built in 1994) resides in Holsclaw Recital Hall and is used for performances and practice. This instrument is exceptionally versatile in allowing effective performance of works representing many periods and styles. Additional pipe organs are available for practice. Furthermore, the city of Tucson affords many opportunities for those who wish to pursue practical experience as church organists.

Harpsichords

There are several harpsichords in the School of Music. The acquisition of a splendid Hill and Tyre double manual harpsichord in the Fall of 1999 gives students access to an exceptional instrument for performance and practice.

Electronic Piano Lab

Major research grant funding has recently provided the School of Music with a fully equipped Yamaha Clavinova MIDI laboratory. Now accommodating 28 student stations, the lab equipment allows live video transmission in classes, as well as video recording and LCD-computer projection. Two adjoining rooms, to be equipped with video-piano and computer-piano interfaces, serve as learning resource stations to accommodate individual learning styles and also support research in psychomotor skill development, aesthetic sensitivity, and valuing systems. Future expansions to the lab are planned to integrate work stations that can make use of advanced computer applications for the development of theoretical, compositional, and musicianship studies.