This event is in the past.It took place on April 20, 2026 at Burton Memorial Tower.
Classical Music
Classical MusicHear 53 bronze bells ring out across campus from one of the world's heaviest carillons. After the free noon concert, climb the tower to meet the carillonist and ask how they wrangle 12 tons of bronze.
Historic carillon concerts
Tower bell performances
Free midday recitals
Behind-the-scenes Q&A
Tips
🎵"really was such a nice surprise. Made me smile"
🦅watch for the resident hawk near the tower
🎧hearing protection provided in the bell chamber
Kathleen Beck, carillon
Burns Park
Classical MusicClassical MusicHear 53 bronze bells ring out across campus from one of the world's heaviest carillons. After the free noon concert, climb the tower to meet the carillonist and ask how they wrangle 12 tons of bronze.
Historic carillon concerts
Tower bell performances
Free midday recitals
Behind-the-scenes Q&A
Tips
🎵"really was such a nice surprise. Made me smile"
🦅watch for the resident hawk near the tower
🎧hearing protection provided in the bell chamber
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