The Hayes School of Music will host its annual Commencement Celebration on Wednesday, May 6, 2026 from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. in Rosen Concert Hall in the Broyhill Music Center. The celebration will include music performed by selected undergraduate and graduate students graduating in May 2026 or August 2026, hooding of graduate students, and individual recognition of graduates. 

This event is free, but tickets are required. Each graduating student will be allocated up to four tickets. Students will be contacted about how to reserve tickets. 

For more information, please contact music@appstate.edu or 828-262-3020.