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Fine Arts at St. Ambrose University

Immerse yourself in the vibrant fine arts community at St. Ambrose University. Explore bachelor degrees in art and music, and audition to join chorale, band, and theatre groups led by our faculty of practicing artists and musicians.

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Explore fine arts at St. Ambrose

Develop your artistic voice and professional skills in St. Ambrose University's vibrant fine arts community. Earn your degree in a community where dedicated faculty mentors know you by name and provide personalized guidance as you explore your talents in music, theatre, and visual arts. With substantial scholarships making your arts education accessible, you'll build a competitive portfolio through real exhibitions and performances while developing the practical skills that prepare you for a successful career in the arts.

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Choose your fine arts degree

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Fine arts opportunities for students

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Band ensembles

St. Ambrose provides opportunities for every musician, including multiple athletic bands, Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, and extensive support for pianists.

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Choral ensembles

Students in any major can join choral ensembles at SAU. From the University Chorale to the audition-only Chamber Singers, our choirs perform at formal and informal events on campus and throughout the community, giving students performance experience before large, diverse audiences.

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Theatre

No matter if your dream lies behind the scenes or at center stage, our theatre community provides opportunities for monthly variety shows, studio performances, and more.

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Upcoming fine arts events at St. Ambrose

Enjoy artistic showcases, exhibits, and students performances in St. Ambrose's Galvin Fine Arts Center.

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Fall Homecoming Concert

Saturday, October 18

7:30 PM-9:00 PM

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Casual Classics II: Faina Lushtek

Friday, October 31

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

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Fall Jazz Concert

Sunday, November 2

3:00 PM-4:00 PM

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Museum Enthusiasts Club’s Silent Art Auction

Wednesday, November 12

9:00 AM-4:00 PM

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Find your home at Galvin

The Galvin Fine Arts Center is home to St. Ambrose University's visual art, music, theater, communications, and digital media degree programs. Cultivate your creativity and collaboration in the center's theatres, art galleries, rehearsal spaces, and studios.

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A transformative SAU fine arts journey

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"One of the most beneficial experiences from my time at St. Ambrose was the opportunity to prepare and conduct a piece of music for a concert. This real-world experience allowed me to gain confidence in front of an ensemble and develop my conducting abilities."

Skylar DeCamp '20, BA in Music Education

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