Lexington, KY

Study Completion: 2004
Building Size: 220,800
Construction Cost: $40 million

The School of Music is one of 10 priority areas for development in the University of Kentucky strategic plan conducted by Ayers/Saint/Gross. The school contacted Ayers/Saint/Gross to develop the conceptual design of a building that will provide a more comfortable, aesthetic environment for approximately 600 primary users, including music majors, the faculty, and staff. It also will enhance the arts profile on campus and make a significant cultural contribution to the University and community.

Initial program elements include:

• Practice rooms
• Classrooms
• Recital/lecture hall
• Band rehearsal and office spaces
• Orchestra and opera rehearsal spaces
• Opera cluster
• Choral and jazz rehearsal spaces
• Jazz cluster
• Percussion cluster
• Large ensemble library
• Music technology suite
• Faculty offices
• Graduate student offices
• Lounges and support space