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Band Camp
August 9 – August 20
Location: Brock Recital Hall and Wright Center
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Choir Camp
August 13 – August 20
Location: Bolding Studio
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SWC Camp Collective
August 18 – August 20
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Lakeshore Camp
August 20 – August 22
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Choir Concert
August 21
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Faculty Gala
September 9, 7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Worship Exchange Forum: AI and the Church with Rob Laughter
September 10
Location: Regions Room

A thought-provoking workshop on how emerging technologies are shaping worship in the digital age. Includes lunch in the Regions Room.

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AOA Academy Recital
September 14, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Architecture & Interior Design Lecture
September 18, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

Speaker: Trey Trahan

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School of the Arts Open House
September 27

When you register for Samford University's Preview Days be sure to also sign up for a School of the Arts Open house, the Friday preceding each of these events. Each open house includes a presentation on the specifics of the college arts application and scholarship process as well as time to meet with Samford students and faculty who are a part of your area of interest!

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Lakeshore Performance at Family Weekend
September 27 – 12 p.m.
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Hymn Sing
September 28, 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

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Amy Nichols Memorial Blood Drive
October 2
Location: Gallery
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TY Show
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Location: Harrison Theatre

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Honor Choir
October 3, 6 p.m. – October 2, 8 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Orchestra Concert
October 7, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Montague Concert
October 8, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Boren Courtyard
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Art & Design Faculty Exhibition Gallery
October 9 – October 13
Location: Gallery
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Art & Design Faculty Exhibition Reception
October 9, 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Gallery
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SWC Night of Worship
October 9, 7:30 p.m. – October 13, 8:30 p.m.
Location: Wright Center

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Jazz Concert
October 16, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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AOA Academy Recital
October 18, 10 a.m. – September 14, 12 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Fall Choir Concert
October 23, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Architecture & Design Day
October 24, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
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Lakeshore Concert
October 24, 6 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Boren Courtyard
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School of the Arts Open House
October 25

When you register for Samford University's Preview Days be sure to also sign up for a School of the Arts Open house, the Friday preceding each of these events. Each open house includes a presentation on the specifics of the college arts application and scholarship process as well as time to meet with Samford students and faculty who are a part of your area of interest!

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Fall Play/Musical
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Location: Harrison Theatre

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Middle School Honor Band
November 2 – November 3
Location: Wright Center

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Middle School Honor Band Concert
November 3
Location: Wright Center

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Percussion Ensemble Concert
November 4, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Worship Exchange Event: Choir is Back with Dwan Hill of The Choir Room
November 6
Location: Rotunda Club

An immersive experience of worship, song, and fellowship. Worship with Dwan Hill and the Samford Worship Collective in Reid Chapel, followed by lunch and discussion in the Samford Rotunda Club.

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Collegiate Choral Festival
November 6
Location: Brock Recital Hall and Cassese

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Ellie Holcomb: Beauty in the Broken
November 6, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Wright Center

Ellie Holcomb will once again be live from the Samford University Wright Center stage. Join us for an uplifting evening of music that will inspire all who hear Ellie’s powerful music. Tickets on sale August 25!

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Vespers
November 7, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

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Orchestra Concert
November 11, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Songwriter Showcase
November 12, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Location: Harry’s
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SWC Night of Worship
November 13, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Art, Architecture & Design Day
November 14, 2:30 p.m. – 6 p.m.

Art, Architecture and Design Day is the best way for a student to see if Samford is the right place for them to continue their development as an artist and creative. The day will include a sample class, time with Samford faculty and students, a special session for parents and a meal.

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Festival of Choirs
November 14, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

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AOA Academy Recital
November 16, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Architecture & Interior Design Lecture
November 18, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

Speaker: Wes Michaels

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Opera
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Location: Harrison Theatre

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Audition Weekend
November 21 – November 22

Samford’s School of the Arts offers three in-person audition weekends for students who intend to major in Music or Theatre and Dance. To register for one of these audition weekends, complete your main university application and declare a major in performing arts - you will be sent instruction on how to complete your secondary application and secure an audition.

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School of the Arts Open House
November 22

When you register for Samford University's Preview Days be sure to also sign up for a School of the Arts Open house, the Friday preceding each of these events. Each open house includes a presentation on the specifics of the college arts application and scholarship process as well as time to meet with Samford students and faculty who are a part of your area of interest!

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Jazz Christmas Concert
December 1, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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45th Annual Hanging of the Green
December 4, 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

Experience the beauty of this beloved tradition to prepare for the holy season of Christmas through music, scripture, and prayer.

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Art & Design Seniors Gallery
December 5 – December 13
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10 Minute Plays
December 6, 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Harrison Theatre, Bolding Studio, Studio 60
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Arts Fall Commencement
December 13, 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Pete Hanna Center

Join Samford University as we celebrate our fall graduates.

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SWC Songwriters Retreat
January 8 – January 9
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High School Honor Band
January 8 – January 9
Location: Wright Center

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High School Honor Band Concert
January 10
Location: Wright Center

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Art & Design Works by Guest Artist Gallery
January 15 – February 26
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Commercial Music Concert
January 20, 7 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Harry's Coffeehouse
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Virtual Portfolio Review
January 22

Students who register will receive a 15-minute one-on-one coaching session to make sure their portfolio is in the best it can be before turning it in for scholarship consideration. This event is open to high school Seniors who intend to major in Art and Design or Architecture and Interior Design and high school Juniors who are serious about getting ready for their college portfolio submission.

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Worship Exchange Forum: Young People and Christian Worship
January 29
Location: Rotunda Club

Featuring Dr. Emily Andrews, Dr. Nelson Cowan, and Dr. Sarah Kathleen Johnson – experience compelling stories and findings from our ongoing research on how young people encounter God in worship. Includes lunch and discussion in the Samford Rotunda Club.

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Architecture & Interior Design Lecture
February 5, 5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

Speaker: Anne Marie Duvall Decker and Roy Decker

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Audition Weekend
February 6 – February 7

Samford’s School of the Arts offers three in-person audition weekends for students who intend to major in Music or Theatre and Dance. To register for one of these audition weekends, complete your main university application and declare a major in performing arts - you will be sent instruction on how to complete your secondary application and secure an audition.

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Vespers
February 6, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

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Dance Concert
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Location: Harrison Theatre

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Vespers
February 13, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel

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AOA Academy Concert
February 15, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Wind Ensemble Concert
February 19, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Audition Weekend
February 20 – February 21

Samford’s School of the Arts offers three in-person audition weekends for students who intend to major in Music or Theatre and Dance. To register for one of these audition weekends, complete your main university application and declare a major in performing arts - you will be sent instruction on how to complete your secondary application and secure an audition.

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Montague Concert
February 20, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Wright Center

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Orchestra Concert
February 24, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
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AOA Academy Recital
March 1, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Worship Exchange Event
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Location: Various Locations on Campus
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Festival of Spring Choirs
March 3, 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Reid Chapel
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Worship Exchange Event: Songwriting for the Local Church with Rachel Wilhelm
March 5
Location: Rotunda Club

A hands-on workshop for worship leaders and creatives, offering practical songwriting guidance and inspiration from worship leader and songwriter, Rachel Wilhelm. Includes lunch and discussion in the Samford Rotunda Club.

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Alabama All State Choir
March 9, 8 a.m. – March 13, 7:30 p.m.
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Art & Design Juried Student Exhibition Gallery
March 16, 8 a.m. – April 2, 7:30 p.m.
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Music Industry Revenue Streams Concert
March 18, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Location: Harry's
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Spring Musical
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Location: Harrison Theatre
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Division of Music Honors Recital
March 24, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Architecture & Interior Design Lecture
March 26, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

Speaker: Kate Mraw

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Jazz Concert
March 31, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Art and Design Seniors Gallery
April 6, 8 a.m. – April 11, 9:30 p.m.
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Orchestra Concert
April 7, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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SWC Night of Worship Rehearsal
April 8, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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SWC Night of Worship Songwriters Showcase
April 9, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall

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Spring Musical
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Location: Wright Center
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AOA Academy Prep Stars
April 17, 7:30 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Art and Design Seniors Gallery
April 20, 8 a.m. – April 25, 9:30 p.m.
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Percussion Ensemble Concert
April 20, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Wind Ensemble Concert
April 21, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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One Act Plays
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Location: Harrison Theatre, Bolding Studio, Studio 60
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AOA Academy Recital
April 25, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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AOA Academy Recital
April 26, 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Brock Recital Hall
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Arts Spring Commencement
May 2, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Location: Pete Hanna Center

Join Samford University as we celebrate our spring graduates.

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