Muelder Summer Carillon Concert Series

The Michigan State University College of Music’s 27^th annual Muelder Summer Carillon Concert Series will feature performances by regional and international carillonists at 6 p.m. every Wednesday from tonight (July 3) to Aug. 7 at Beaumont Tower.

The carillon is a pitched percussion instrument that was developed in the 15^th and 16^th centuries and was often installed in church towers. It contains a set of chromatically tuned bells that are sounded by striking wooden keys and pressing foot pedals. MSU’s carillon, one of approximately 180 working carillons in North America, contains 49 bells, allowing players to perform the full range of literature composed for the instrument.

All concerts are free and open to the public. Picnics are welcome. For more information, visit music.msu.edu.