The Department of Performing Arts and Technology is where NC State students of any major cultivate and explore their creative interests—no matter where they lead.
Our courses and programs empower students to evolve as performers, cultivate entrepreneurial skills, explore innovative methods to elevate their art through technology and acquire knowledge of the theory, history, and cultural importance of dance and music.
Whether you’re a mover, musician, performing arts enthusiast or innovator, your artistic passions will thrive at NC State.
“[The department] is genuinely one of the happiest communities I’ve ever been a part of. Everybody in the department is there because they care about making music with other people.”
Anna Lee, ’22
Founder and President, Music Theory Club
Minor in Flute Performance
The Power Sound of the South is taking over Brazil! We are sending the heartbeat of Carter-Finley to the massive NC State vs. UVA game this fall, and we need your help to get every musician there. Let’s bring our legendary energy to the global stage and show the world what Wolfpack pride sounds like. Join us in making history!
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May 5
Pianos & Digital Pianos Available for Public Purchase Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 14-16, 2026
North Carolina State University has had the use of new, first-class Kawai pianos on a no-cost basis for the 2025–2026 school year. This arrangement with Kawai is provided through an association with the Rockley Family Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps support music education, and facilitated by Maus Piano in Raleigh. These instruments and others will be sold to perpetuate this valuable program that provides quality instruments for use by the student-musicians of NC State.
A large selection of grand pianos, baby grands, digital player grands, vertical (upright) pianos, and digital pianos will be available. This event will feature instruments from such famous makers as Kawai, Shigeru Kawai, a selection of vintage Steinway & Sons, Yamaha, and many others. Most instruments are less than one year old, include a 5–10-year service contract, are tuned and ready to enjoy. Delivery and technical services are provided by Maus Piano. Special no-interest financing is available on site. Moreover, in most cases, a substantial portion of your purchase is considered as a charitable contribution to the Rockley Family Foundation and may be TAX DEDUCTIBLE.*
BY APPOINTMENT: You are invited to attend a special private sale on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, May 14-16 along with our faculty and staff. This will give you an opportunity to purchase with priority in selection and price reduction.To secure a time, call or text, (984) 489-8328You may also attend the final day on Saturday, May 16, from 2:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m. no appointment needed. or visit www.RockleyFamilyFoundation.org/NCState
This event will be held at the Price Music Center, 2620 Cates Ave., Raleigh, NC 27695-7311. By taking advantage of this wonderful opportunity, you can supportNC State`s music program and the continued enhancement of arts education. Virtual appointment via Zoom meeting is available if required.
May 4
Olga Kleiankina and Marilyn Lynch seen here at the 100 Years of Music Celebration held this past Sunday, April 26 in the Ballroom at Talley. Marilyn Lynch and Phyllis Vogel were one of the early pioneers in the University`s distance education program.
"I was so excited to see Marilyn at our event and I am honored to work with she and Phyllis Vogel who started here at NC State." (Olga Kleiankina)
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Apr 29
Inspire Lifelong Performing
