Student singing in a choir onstage at St. Ambrose University.

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.

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.

Reduce your tuition with music, theatre, and art scholarships

Fine arts opportunities for students

Marching band outdoors during homecoming.

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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Student choir performing in Galvin Fine Arts Center at St. Ambrose University.

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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Three performers on stage in a theatre production.

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.

Performers Marian Lee, Chris Reno, and Lily Thompson smile at the camera against a black background.

Casual Classics VI: Lily Thompson, Marian Lee, and Chris Reno

Friday, April 17

5:00 PM-6:00 PM

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The exterior of Galvin Fine Arts Center on St. Ambrose University's campus.

Spring Honors Recital

Sunday, April 26

1:00 PM-2:00 PM

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Students at St. Ambrose University play their saxophones during a jazz concert.

Spring Jazz Concert

Saturday, May 2

7:30 PM-8:30 PM

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SAU's choir performs in front of an organ for a crowd.

Spring Choir Concert: Hadyn's "Creation"

Friday, May 8

7:30 PM-8:30 PM

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Exterior of Galvin Fine Arts Center featuring colorful banners of upcoming performances.

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.