Viterbo University Music Department

Viterbo University Music Department Our conservatory-style training program prepares you to pursue a career in music, while our liberal arts education helps you learn for life.

Our dynamic music program prepares vocal and piano students for professional careers in teaching and performing, provide opportunities for the general student to engage in artistic experiences, and encourage students to influence the musical lives of the communities in which they serve. Who we are:

A faculty of music professionals and visiting artists from around the nation
Active performing pr

ogram of opera and oratorio productions in our newly built 500 seat Weber Center for the Performing Arts overlooking the beautiful Mississippi, 1100 seat Fine Arts Center Main Stage and 175 seat renovated Recital Hall
three choral ensembles
Professionally trained coach/accompanists for every voice major
International and National ensemble tours
Newly restored Steinway grand pianos,
Attend guest artist recitals and master classes
Our music education program boasts a high job placement rate, a strong reputation for producing caring and competent teachers, and student chapters of American Choral Directors Association & Music Educators National Conference

Other great reasons to study music at Viterbo include…

o First-rate teaching, rehearsal, performing, music technology, and recording facilities
o Talent scholarships for music majors
o Vocal pedagogy lab
o Alumni accepted into prestigious graduate music programs
o Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music for over 70 years

Offering degree programs in piano, voice, and music education…

• Bachelor of Music in Music Education (K-12 general/6-12 choral)
• Bachelor of Music in Performance (emphasis in performance, pedagogy, or opera)
• Bachelor of Arts in Music (piano or voice)

The Music Department is all about service! Thanks to Dr. Michael Sauer and members of the Concert Choir who sang for tod...
05/10/2026

The Music Department is all about service! Thanks to Dr. Michael Sauer and members of the Concert Choir who sang for today's commencement at the La Crosse Center! You are great models of faithful service and ethical leadership!!

Register via QR code on the bottom left of the poster!
05/04/2026

Register via QR code on the bottom left of the poster!

Congratulations to all the vocalists who performed in today's juries! You were especially well-prepared this semester, w...
05/04/2026

Congratulations to all the vocalists who performed in today's juries! You were especially well-prepared this semester, which is always a pleasure. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to music 🎶❤️

Enjoy our traditional congratulatory selfie from the other side of the table- ha!

Congratulations to the following scholarship winners!The Cyrilla Barr Sacred Music Scholarship: Andrew Mukka The Dorothy...
05/04/2026

Congratulations to the following scholarship winners!

The Cyrilla Barr Sacred Music Scholarship: Andrew Mukka

The Dorothy E. Mundt Lewis Vocal Music Scholarship: David Dewey, Georgia Galvan, Grace Jacobson, Amelia MacFarland, Andrew Mukka

The Diane Foust and Jim Nelson Music Opportunity Scholarship : Grace Jacobson

The Ruth Nixon Davy Music Scholarship: Lynn Barnet, Brayden Nguyen, Rylie Nusz, Skye Hermsen

The Richard Record Music Scholarship is designated for a first-year vocal music student. The recipient is Simon Homp, a tenor from Mazomanie, WI.

The Sister Annarose Glum Music Education Scholarship : Mackensy Benish

The Margaret (Peg) Schmitz Music Education Scholarship:
Andrew Mukka

The Sister Marlene Weisenbeck Piano Scholarship:
Brayden Nguyen

The Der Kaiser Scholarship: Georgia Galvan

The Don and Rose Madary Liturgical Music Scholarship: Gwen Mahoney

Excellence in Music Research Award: Skye Hermsen

The Servant Leader Award: Anastasia Sieren

We would like to recognize this academic year’s graduate, Tom Hartl.

Congratulations to Maya Dawson, Aerin Gotts, Georgia Galvan, Brayden Nguyen, Andrew Mukka, Rylie Nusz, Emily Nicol, Etha...
04/30/2026

Congratulations to Maya Dawson, Aerin Gotts, Georgia Galvan, Brayden Nguyen, Andrew Mukka, Rylie Nusz, Emily Nicol, Ethan Blakeney, and Amelia MacFarland on the today's performances of their original compositions!

Congratulations to Jeff Krauklis for winning the Conservatory for the Performing Arts Adjunct of the Year Award!! We are...
04/30/2026

Congratulations to Jeff Krauklis for winning the Conservatory for the Performing Arts Adjunct of the Year Award!! We are so lucky to have you with us!

Here's a YouTube recording of Tom Hartl's recital:
04/27/2026

Here's a YouTube recording of Tom Hartl's recital:

Tom Hartl, tenor (Senior Voice Recital - 04.26.26)

Congratulations to tenor Tom Hartl on a magnificent senior voice recital. Tom was accompanied by coach-accompanist Judy ...
04/26/2026

Congratulations to tenor Tom Hartl on a magnificent senior voice recital. Tom was accompanied by coach-accompanist Judy Stafslien. He is the student of Dan Johnson-Wilmot.

Congratulations to Kieran Sween ('25) and Tristan Meighan on their wedding day! Kieran's attendants included alumni Soph...
04/26/2026

Congratulations to Kieran Sween ('25) and Tristan Meighan on their wedding day! Kieran's attendants included alumni Sophia Niblock ('25) and Greta Schwandt ('24). It was great hearing how their lives have bloomed!

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900 Viterbo Drive
La Crosse, WI
54601

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+16087963760

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