Host to more than 150 local and visiting arts events each year, the Bower School serves as the hub of campus cultural life while preparing students to excel as professionals in the arts and related fields. The Bower School collaborates with other academic disciplines through its innovative programs such as Creative Connections.

2026-2027 Subscription Series for Music & Theatre

Wind Chamber Choirs Concert

Join us for a delightful evening of music, featuring wind chamber ensembles.

The Sound of Success: Bower School of Music Alumni Career Stories

Celebrate 20 years of excellence at the Bower School of Music with an inspiring afternoon spotlighting alumni who have forged successful careers beyond the stage.

Ismail Akmuradov, clarinet & Michael Baron, piano Nisita Concert Series

Experience an evening of dazzling virtuosity and expressive artistry with clarinetist Ismail Akmuradov and pianist Michael Baron. This special collaboration offers audiences an unforgettable evening of chamber music performed with passion, sophistication, and extraordinary musical chemistry.

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Vocal Area Halloween Concert

Wear your halloween costume and enjoy a concert featuring our amazing vocalists, taught by Dr. Jeanie Darnell.

Nash Ryder, violin & Michael Baron, piano Nisita Concert Series

Nash Ryder, violinist and newly appointed to the faculty of Florida Gulf Coast University, makes his recital debut in an exciting program. Together, Ryder and Baron present an evening of virtuosic and lyrical works for violin and piano, showcasing the rich dialogue between the two instruments in a program of passion, elegance, and artistry.

Jazz Ensemble Concert

Peruvian Alumni Nisita Concert Series

Experience an unforgettable evening with three proud FGCU alumni celebrating the rich musical heritage of Peru through song, poetry, and vibrant cultural traditions. Through evocative melodies, infectious rhythms, and deeply expressive poetry, this concert offers audiences a rare opportunity to experience the spirit and splendor of Peru in all its beauty.

Wind Chamber Ensembles Concert

Percussion Chamber Ensemble Concert

U. Tobe Recital Hall, with piano and two benches on stage

Piano Ensembles Concert

Join us for an afternoon of exceptional talent featuring the piano students of Dr. Michael Baron, the Myra & Van Williams Distinguished Professor of Music.

Symphonic Band Concert

Wind Orchestra Concert

Joyful & Triumphant Concert

Embark on a musical journey with the talented musicians from FGCU's Bower School of Music & the Arts.

Celebrate the holidays and our extraordinary student musicians with this annual tradition, Joyful & Triumphant. The 2026 holiday extravaganza will be held on Sunday, November 22 at 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.

Anton Nel, piano Nisita Concert Series

Hailed for his “supreme artistry and power” by critics around the world, Anton Nel has established himself as one of today’s most distinguished pianists and pedagogues. This recital promises an evening of extraordinary musicianship from a pianist celebrated for his commanding artistry, refined sound, and deeply communicative performances.

NOIS Saxophone Quartet Nisita Concert Series

Experience the electrifying artistry of the NOIS Saxophone Quartet, an ensemble celebrated for its dazzling virtuosity, expressive range, and adventurous programming. Whether performing music of lyrical beauty, fiery intensity, or playful charm, NOIS brings an infectious energy and unmistakable artistry to every concert experience.

Kinga Augustyn, violin & Michael Baron, piano Nisita Concert Series

Internationally acclaimed violinist Kinga Augustyn is celebrated for performances that combine dazzling virtuosity with expressive depth and elegance. Audiences can expect a colorful and emotionally engaging musical journey that highlights the extraordinary interplay and expressive possibilities of this instrumental partnership.

Michelle Cann, piano Nisita Concert Series

Acclaimed pianist Michelle Cann, has emerged as one of the most compelling and celebrated artists of her generation, captivating audiences with performances that combine dazzling virtuosity, poetic sensitivity, and profound emotional depth. Equally at home as a soloist, chamber musician, and educator, Cann brings artistry of remarkable warmth, intelligence, and communicative power.

Wind Orchestra Concert (Off-Campus)

Wind Orchestra Concert at North Fort Myers High School
Conductor: Prof. Troy Jones

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The Ash Girl

By Timberlake Wertenbaker
Directed by Dan Bacalzo
February 12-21, 2027

Luke Norvell, tenor & Michael Baron, piano Nisita Concert Series

Tenor Luke Norvell, the most recent winner of the Luciano Pavarotti Foundation Opera Naples Voice Competition, joins pianist Michael Baron for an evening of profound musical storytelling in Franz Schubert’s beloved song cycle Die schöne Müllerin. This performance promises an intimate and deeply moving exploration of love, longing, and the beauty of Schubert’s musical imagination.

Symphony Orchestra Concert

Student Composition Concert

Enjoy an evening of original works composed by FGCU students under the guidance of Shawn Allison.

Dang Thai Son, piano Nisita Concert Series

A beloved teacher and mentor to a new generation of pianists, Dang Thai Son inspires audiences through performances that are both deeply personal and universally moving. This special recital promises an evening of rare musical intimacy and brilliance, offering listeners the opportunity to experience one of the great master pianists of our era in a program of timeless beauty and expressive power.

Nash Ryder, Grace Bahng Gavin and Michael Baron

Piano Trio with Grace Bahng Gavin, cello Nisita Concert Series

Guest artist Grace Bahng Gavin is an acclaimed cellist celebrated for her expressive depth, refined musicianship, and versatile international career as both soloist and chamber musician. For this concert, she joins FGCU faculty members Nash Ryder, violin, and Michael Baron, piano, for an inspiring evening of chamber music featuring the rich and expressive piano trio repertoire.

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Chamber Choir Concert (Off Campus)

Chamber Strings Concert

Join us for a delightful evening of music, featuring chamber strings ensembles.

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An Evening of Gian Carlo Menotti Operas

Opera Workshop under the direction of Dr. Jeanie Darnell

Percussion Ensemble Concert

Bel Canto & Cantabile Concert

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