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<em>Virtuoso Series Concert</em>: Nicole Asel, Mezzo-Soprano; John Lindsey, Tenor; and Tim Burns, Piano
08/31/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Come Away! Songs of Love, Wit, and Imagination The recital performed by CSU faculty-artists Nicole Asel, mezzo-soprano; John Lindsey, tenor; and Tim Burns, piano, brings [...]
01 Sep
09/01/2026    
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Tuesday, September 1 4:30-5:30 pm LSC 322 The Straayer Center and the Department of Political Science collaborated with The Washington Center to create “CSU in [...]
AfroBohemian Home: An Installation by Zsudayka Nzinga
09/02/2026 - 12/13/2026    
10:00 am - 6:00 pm

In AfroBohemian Home, Zsudayka Nzinga transforms a gallery in the museum into a meticulously crafted domestic space that embodies the rich tapestry of Black American culture. More than a visual experience, the installation is an immersive journey into AfroBohemia, a term pointing to a fusion of cultures, including African and Black American.

AfroBohemian Home Artist Talk & Reception with Zsudayka Nzinga

In AfroBohemian Home, Zsudayka Nzinga transforms a gallery in the museum into a meticulously crafted domestic space that embodies the rich tapestry of Black American culture. More than a visual experience, the installation is an immersive journey into AfroBohemia, a term pointing to a fusion of cultures, including African and Black American.

09 Sep
09/09/2026    
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
September 9 11:30 – 1:30pm LSC 324 Interested in interning at the Colorado State Capitol or in Washington, D.C.? Join us to learn about the [...]
<em>Virtuoso Series Concert:</em> Tiffany Blake, Soprano, and Tim Burns, Piano 
09/09/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
An evening of art song performed by CSU faculty-artists, Tiffany Blake, soprano, and Tim Burns, piano.
10 Sep
09/10/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

The Creative Writing Reading Series is proud to welcome Rabih Alameddine and H.L. Hix to CSU on Thursday, Sept. 10 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lory Student Center.

2026 CSU Band Day
09/12/2026    
12:00 am
This Fall, the Colorado State Marching Band will host the 4th annual CSU Band Day with CSU Athletics. Join us for this special event at the CSU vs. Southern Utah game on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026! This is an opportunity for high school students to participate in a college gameday experience with an on-field performance alongside the CSU Marching Band in front of thousands of Ram Fans in Canvas Stadium. No prior marching experience is required!  
Spur Music Lab: 2nd Saturdays at CSU Spur - September 12, 2026
09/12/2026    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
The CSU Spur Music Lab is a free space for learning and playing music, either alone or as a community. We sing and play pianos, [...]
Family Day
Family Day is a free, drop-in program featuring art activities led by CSU Art Education faculty and students. Designed for children ages 5-12. Enjoy a variety of hands-on activities, including crafts to take home, games, and experiments. Meet students, curators, and other experts. Explore the galleries! Connect with art and each other!
<em>Virtuoso Series Concert</em>: Cayla Bellamy-Lanz, Bassoon -<em>B is for Bassoon!</em>
09/14/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
B is for Bassoon! With CSU Music faculty and students CSU faculty-artist Cayla Bellamy-Lanz presents an alphabetical tour of repertoire featuring the bassoon, including collaborations [...]
Hildegard of Bingen: In Her Own Words, Art, and Music
Dr. Elaine Stratton Hild, guest lecture with chant and spoken text performed by CSU students During her lifetime in the Middle Ages, Hildegard of Bingen [...]
Guest Lecture: Dr. Elaine Stratton Hild- <em>Hildegard of Bingen</em>
09/15/2026    
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Dr. Elaine Stratton Hild, guest lecture with chant and spoken text performed by CSU students During her lifetime in the Middle Ages, Hildegard of Bingen [...]
<em>Guest Artist Concert:</em> James Bunte, Saxophone / FREE 
09/16/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Contemporary and Classic Works for Saxophone James Bunte, professor of saxophone at the University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music, presents a guest artist recital with [...]
Special Presentation: Dr. Wesley Ferreira, <em>The Musician's Advantage</em>
09/18/2026    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Your Musical Training Has Prepared You for More Than You Think What if the skills you're developing as a musician are preparing you for far [...]
Small Batch Beer Release at Odell Brewery

In AfroBohemian Home, Zsudayka Nzinga transforms a gallery in the museum into a meticulously crafted domestic space that embodies the rich tapestry of Black American culture. More than a visual experience, the installation is an immersive journey into AfroBohemia, a term pointing to a fusion of cultures, including African and Black American.

2026 Pre-College Double Reed Workshop
09/19/2026    
1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Tailored for new or beginner oboists and bassoonists, this workshop will help you gain fundamental skills, build confidence, and sound your best!
<em>Virtuoso Series Concert:</em> Ysmael Reyes, Flute and Hyeji Seo, Piano -<em>Sound, Memory, and Identity</em> 
09/21/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Sound, Memory, and Identity  CSU faculty-artists Ysmael Reyes, flute, and Hyeji Seo, piano present a recital exploring how musical identity is shaped through sound, memory, [...]
23 Sep
09/23/2026    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Civics and Voting 101 with Larimer County Clerk and Recorder, Tina Harris. Join us for to learn about voting in the upcoming election, getting involved [...]
<em>Virtuoso Series Concert: </em>The Mendelssohn Trio -<em>American Trios and Mendelssohn</em>
09/23/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
American Trios and Mendelssohn The Mendelssohn Trio (Erik Peterson, violin; Barbara Thiem, cello; and CSU faculty-artist Bryan Wallick, piano) performs highlights from their recent European [...]
24 Sep
09/24/2026    
4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Collegiate Policy Pitchfest Open House In partnership with the University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics, the Center for Public Deliberation and Straayer Center are working [...]
24 Sep
09/24/2026    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rekindle your love of classic literature with the CSU Department of English and Poudre Libraries! Join graduate students, faculty, and the public in lively and informative discussions of literature favorites.
24 Sep
09/24/2026    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Rekindle your love of classic literature with the CSU Department of English and Poudre Libraries! Join graduate students, faculty, and the public in lively and informative discussions of literature favorites.
<em>Cavarra Organ Series Concert:</em> Kimberly Marshall, Organ / FREE
09/27/2026    
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Note: This special Sunday concert will take place at the Cathedral of St. Mary, 2107 Capitol Avenue, Cheyenne Wyoming Kimberly Marshall is known worldwide for her [...]
<em>Cavarra Organ Series Concert:</em> Kimberly Marshall, Organ
09/28/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Kimberly Marshall is known worldwide for her compelling presentations of organ music. She currently holds the Patricia and Leonard Goldman Endowed Professorship in Organ at [...]
Jazz Ensembles I & II Concert : <em> Miles Davis and John Coltrane Centennial</em>
10/01/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Miles Davis and John Coltrane Centennial Jazz Ensembles I and II, directed by Wil Swindler and Darren Kramer, present a concert celebrating the 100th birthdays [...]
<em>Guest Artist Concert:</em>  Mackenzie Melemed, Piano / FREE
10/02/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Keys Across America   With more than 50 performances scheduled in over 30 states, Keys Across America is Mackenzie Melemed’s landmark recital project exploring nearly [...]
<em>Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really</em>, by Kate Hamill
10/02/2026 - 10/09/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Directed by Saffron Henke When your survival is at stake… will you be able to distinguish the monster from the man? Both terrifying and riotous, [...]
2026 Alumni Band at CSU Homecoming and Family Weekend
10/03/2026    
12:00 am
Saturday, October 3 | Homecoming Weekend, Save the Date for Alumni Band
<em>Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really</em>, by Kate Hamill
10/03/2026 - 10/10/2026    
7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Directed by Saffron Henke When your survival is at stake… will you be able to distinguish the monster from the man? Both terrifying and riotous, [...]
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