Wake the Arts is a movement to infuse the arts into every aspect of the Wake Forest experience. Through this shared connection we will elevate Pro Humanitate to develop Wake Forest graduates who are empathetic, curious, and interdisciplinary problem solvers. We believe that all knowledge becomes more impactful when combined with the power of expression.
No matter what field of study one chooses at Wake Forest, it will be enhanced through a culture of creativity that nurtures and celebrates our shared community.
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April 13, 2026 | 9:30am
Scales Fine Arts CenterA presentation and showcase of a student-made software for Wake Forest University to reduce the administrative burden and overhead cost of managing instruments, such that classroom learning can be prioritized. The software's features arise from a survey of current problems with inventory management across the Atlantic Coast Conference. -
April 15, 2026 | 5:00pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterWays of Knowing is a 70-minute sound installation that showcases the forms of knowledge produced by the arts and humanities, followed by a Q&A with the creators, radio producers, Chris Hoff and Sam Barnett, who host a podcast on humanities research with the same title. -
April 16, 2026 | 6:00pm
Reynolda House Museum of American ArtThis intimate chamber concert features the unique combination of flute, cello, and piano performing works by composer Dan Locklair, Bohuslav Martinů, Christopher Caliendo, and more. The program spans from 20th century masters to contemporary voices, exploring the versatile possibilities of this ensemble. From Locklair’s Reynolda Reflections … -
April 16, 2026 | 7:30pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterJoin WFU Music for our Spring 2026 student chamber music concert! -
April 17, 2026 | 2:00pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterAfter sharing excerpts from his series of compositions for small gongs, known collectively as Anomali, I Putu Gede Sukaryana (Balot) will discuss the motives behind his work with Insitu Recordings and respond to questions about his creative process. Bridging carefully considered limitations with unconventional instrumentation and new playing techniques, and … -
April 17, 2026 | 2:00pm
Z. Smith Reynolds LibraryCelebrate the arrival of spring with a new student art show, on exhibit at The Bridge in the ZSR Library. Information Systems is pleased to host Botanical Bridges – Observation and Invention, featuring student works from Professor Lydia Smith’s Spring 2026 Life Drawing (ART 218) class. Inspired by the Wake … -
April 17, 2026 | 4:00pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterJoin WFU Music for a honors recital from Music major Riley Seezen, percussion. -
April 17, 2026 | 7:30pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterJoin the Chamber Choir, Lyric Concert Choir, and Schola Cantorum as they present repertoire by Cho, Tavener, Vu, Pederson, Hagenberg, Thompson, and more! This concert of just over one hour will also feature student instrumentalists. -
April 19, 2026 | 3:00pm
Scales Fine Arts CenterJoin WFU Music for a recital from Music major Janani Krishnakumar, flute.
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