It’s the chaotic time of the semester again. Everyone is rushing to get term papers finished, cramming for tests and putting the finishing touches on their final projects.

From small recitals to large-scale ensembles, the ISU Music Department has a full calendar of events in April to give you a break from the chaos.

“April represents the culmination for all our groups,” said Sue Haug, chairwoman and associate professor of music.

A lot of time and dedication has gone into preparing for this month’s events, Haug said.

“Growth happens over the period of a semester or two,” Haug said. “The groups are performing at their peaks now.”

Anyone needing a rest from studies this month should check out the following events for a relaxing break:

April 4

ISU Jazz Ensembles I & II, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 5

ISU Flute Choir, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 7

ISU Opera Studio, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 8

Lyrica Choir, 3 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

Ames Piano Quartet, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 9

Monday Organ Recital Series, 5:20 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

Elizabeth Hovey, bassoon, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 10

ISU Clarinet Choir, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 11

Off The Record, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 12

General Recital, 1:10 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

ISU Percussion Ensemble, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 16

Monday Organ Recital Series, 5:20 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 19

General Recital, 12:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

Carolyn Nicholas, flute, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 21

Carillon Concert for Veishea, 11:45 a.m. at Stanton Memorial Carillon Concert for Veishea, 2:30 p.m. at Stanton Memorial Carillon

Carillon Tour for Veishea, 3 p.m. at Stanton Memorial Carillon

April 23

Monday Organ Recital Series, 5:20 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 24

General Recital, 1:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 25

Sarah Meredith, mezzo-soprano, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 26

ISU Symphony Orchestra with ISU Choirs, 7:30 p.m. at Stephens Auditorium

April 27

Midwest Children’s Choir Festival, 7 p.m. at Stephens Auditorium

ISU Wind Ensemble, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 28

Tom Kapaska, bass-baritone, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall

April 29

University Band and Symphonic Band, 3 p.m. at Stephens Auditorium

Alexandra Mascolo-David, piano, 7:30 p.m. at Martha-Ellen Tye Recital Hall