Engagement

Beyond the concert hall, the Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series actively fosters meaningful musical connections that both enrich educational experiences and strengthen the bonds within our community. Through a wide range of engagement initiatives, we strive to make world-class music accessible, relevant, and deeply impactful for audiences of all backgrounds.

Since September 2017, our engagement programs have served as a bridge between the Cornell campus and the greater Ithaca community, connecting students, faculty, local residents, and visiting artists in thoughtful and inspiring ways. These programs include artist talks, masterclasses, classroom visits, workshops, and community outreach events—all designed to cultivate a deeper appreciation for the performing arts. By facilitating these personal and educational encounters, the series creates lasting impressions and nurtures a shared cultural experience that extends far beyond the stage.

Support

The Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series is proudly supported by Cornell University as well as by revenue from ticket sales. However, our commitment to accessibility means we intentionally keep ticket prices affordable and offer a variety of free and discounted ticket programs for students, educators, and members of the broader community. This approach ensures that everyone—regardless of financial means—can experience the joy, inspiration, and cultural enrichment that live performance brings.

Because of this, we depend on the generosity of donors like you to sustain and expand the impact of our work. Your generous contributions make it possible for us to continue presenting renowned artists, supporting educational outreach, and fostering meaningful connections through music across the Cornell campus and the Ithaca area.

Scroll down to explore highlights from past artist engagements and community programs that have brought music to life beyond the stage—and don’t forget to click the link HERE to make a gift in support of the Dallas Morse Coors Concert Series. Your support helps ensure that the music continues to inspire, educate, and unite.

  • April 2025: Roomful of Teeth

    Members of Roomful of Teeth participate in master class with Cornell vocalists and Director of Choral Music, Joe Lerangis.

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  • April 2025: Roomful of Teeth

    Members of Roomful of Teeth presented various works that have been written for the ensemble, through the lens of forging new repertoire: working intimately with composers, master technicians in extended technique, and one another to accomplish extraordinary vocal feats.

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  • March 2025: Sona Jobarteh

    Sona Jobarteh joined several Cornell faculty members for a panel discussion about gender, culture, and development in Africa.

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  • March 2025: Chief Adjuah (formerly Christian Scott)

    Chief Adjuah joins Cornell faculty Victoria Xaka for an interview and discussion about his music.
    📷: Coral Douglas

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  • February 2025: Jonathan Biss

    Jonathan Biss participates in master class with Cornell pianists.
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  • February 2025: Jonathan Biss

    Jonathan Biss and Professors Ronald Hoy and Xak Bjerken engage in conversation on performance and mental health as part of the Midday Music in Lincoln series.
    📷: Coral Douglas

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  • February 2025: Yamato The Drummers of Japan

    Yamato participates in a meet and greet with members of the Cornell taiko drumming ensemble, Yamatai.
    📷: Casey Martin Photos

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Local Partnerships

  • Tompkins County Public Library

    The Tompkins County Public Library’s “Library of Things” catalog allows members to check out passes for various performances, museums, and activities in the Ithaca area. With the TCPL, pass holders have access to two tickets to any upcoming Cornell Concert Series performance. For more information, visit the Library of Things webpage.

  • Lifelong

    Cornell Concert Series is pleased to partner with Lifelong, Tompkins County’s non-profit to help those 50+ embrace the second half. Lifelong members receive a coupon code for 25% discounts to Cornell Concert Series performances.

  • Opus Ithaca School of Music

    Cornell Concert Series proudly presents our partnership with the Opus Ithaca School of Music. Student members of Opus’ orchestra are guaranteed $12 tickets. If interested, please visit our ticketing page or email us at ccs@cornell.edu.

  • Ithaca Suzuki Music Education

    Cornell Concert Series proudly presents our partnership with the Ithaca Suzuki Music Education. Student members of Opus’ orchestra are guaranteed $12 tickets. If interested, please visit our ticketing page or email us at ccs@cornell.edu.

  • Ithaca Welcomes Refugees

    Ithaca Welcomes Refugees is an organization committed to helping newly arrived immigrants and refugees rebuild their lives in Tompkins county. In thanks for helping promote our concert on February 10th, 2024, featuring the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukrainian, a portion of ticket sales will be donated to IWR. For information regarding future partnerships, subscribe to IWR’s newsletter, as well as CCS’s at the bottom of the webpage!

  • Tompkins Learning Partners

    Tompkins Learning Partners has graciously helped many individuals in Ithaca meet their personal and educational goals. With Cornell Concert Series discounted tickets, Ukrainian refugees who are students at TLPartners are able to attend the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine concert on February 10th. Thank you to TLPartners for helping so many families. For more updates on future partnerships, subscribe to the Cornell Concert Series newsletter.