newRUCKUS

newRUCKUS is a contemporary music ensemble in residence at the University of Maryland, Baltimore County. With a mission to champion new and innovative works, newRUCKUS is dedicated to supporting innovative artists and early-career composers through commissions and collaboration. newRUCKUSworks directly with students working toward the Certificate in American Contemporary Music, often performing alongside these students and mentoring their creative work. Each year, the ensemble co-hosts the Livewire Festival, bringing guest artists and other ensembles from around the world to Baltimore for a weekend of cutting-edge contemporary music. newRUCKUS projects receive generous support from UMBC’s College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences and the Division of Research and Creative Achievement.