On Saturday, June 13, the grounds of Olympos will transform into the beating heart of Utrecht’s student music scene. During the UUnited Music Festival, nearly 400 student musicians will come together for a day filled with live music, surprising collaborations, and a vibrant summer festival atmosphere.
This marks the fifth edition of the festival and, for the first time, it will take place outdoors. With two stages, food trucks, bars, and (hopefully) plenty of sunshine, UUnited feels like a true festival day in Utrecht.
The festival is part of the anniversary year of Universiteit Utrecht and forms the highlight of UUnited On Tour. All participating student music ensembles are connected to Parnassos Cultuurcentrum: the place where student talent comes together, rehearses, and grows. You can feel that energy on stage.
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The line-up showcases the diversity of Utrecht’s student music scene: from grand classical music to pop classics, from choral music to big band and everything in between.
The afternoon begins on a classical and grand scale with USKO. With around 150 musicians, they present a powerful programme in which choir and orchestra come together, perfect to enjoy in the sun.
Afterwards, the festival takes on a more experimental edge with De Cantorij, where old and modern, harmony and tension alternate.
In the afternoon, Medusa and USConcert take you on a journey of musical stories and sounds from different cultures, ranging from French and Scottish to Swahili. A moment of connection.
As evening approaches, the tempo rises and the audience sings along with Het Huisorkest, which brings a festive set full of familiar sing-alongs.
The day ends with a powerful finale by USBB and Dekoor: an energetic mix of big band and vocal music where standing still is simply not an option. Dancing guaranteed.
Want to know more about the programme and the participating ensembles?
