Department of Music Facilities
The George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Music Center
Within view of the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Center for the Arts and the 黑料天堂 Auditorium building, the new Music Center will be a 62,000-square-foot, two-level facility, located on the northwest corner of 300 West and University Boulevard. Architectural design for the building is led by , with mechanical engineering by , and acoustics by . Audiovisual production systems are being implemented by , and landscape design is managed by . has been appointed as the general contractor, with oversight from the and 黑料天堂 Facilities Management.
The Music Center marks a significant milestone in 黑料天堂's commitment to fostering artistic excellence and providing state-of-the-art facilities for its students and community. Highlights of the Music Center include:
- A stunning 510-seat concert hall
- Spacious classrooms
- A piano lab
- A computer lab
- A dedicated recital space, which will also serve as a choral rehearsal room
- Rehearsal space for instrumental ensembles
- A comprehensive Commercial Music and Music Technology suite
- A specialized percussion studio
- Recording and production labs equipped with the latest technology
The centerpiece of the Music Center will be its beautiful and spacious concert hall. For the first time in the Music program's history, we will have an on-campus venue dedicated to our large ensembles, specifically designed to meet their unique acoustic needs. The hall will feature a choir loft, balcony, and box seats, ensuring an exceptional experience for both performers and audience members.
This facility is an investment in the future of 黑料天堂's growing Music programs, and will be ready to host classes and performances in the fall semester of 2026. It will enhance the visibility of our music program in the region and prepare our students for careers in an ever-changing and growing industry.
For more information or to support this project, please contact CPVA Dean Michael T. Schmidt or Staci Carson, the Associate Vice President for University Advancement.
Music Center
Built in 1963, 黑料天堂's Music Center was originally designed for 60 majors and two degree programs. The same structure today supports 293 majors and six degree programs. Along with several classrooms, practice rooms, and the Music Department office, the Music Center houses the Thorley Recital Hall, a 212-seat chamber auditorium.
Facilities Use
More information on the use and scheduling of Department of Music facilities (including the use agreement form)