UNLV School of Music

UNLV School of Music The UNLV School of Music provides a professional artistic environment that supports programs of excellence in the education of musicians.

Check out our website: unlv.edu/music for more details. The UNLV School of Music offers an excellent professional and liberal arts education to students pursuing careers in music performance, history and literature, music education, conducting, music theory, Orff Schulwerk, composition, and jazz studies. The school enrolls more than 400 music majors, and attracts students from throughout America a

nd international students from Japan, China, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Europe, and Canada. Our students have opportunities for personal and professional growth while building relationships and networks essential for success in the profession through:

1) A curriculum that emphasizes both performance and scholarship in small classes, allowing you to excel in your chosen field.

2) Frequent interaction with faculty who strive to create a nurturing atmosphere while challenging you to develop your talents and further your ambitions.

3) Discipline-specific student organizations, including the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA), and National Association for Music Educators (NAfME).

Dr. Liz Valvano recently presented her poster and research entitled "Where in the World are the Women Bassoonists?" at t...
09/01/2026

Dr. Liz Valvano recently presented her poster and research entitled "Where in the World are the Women Bassoonists?" at the poster competition at the International Double Reed Society annual conference at Miami University, Oxford, OH, on July 8-11. đź‘Ź

Dr. Liz Valvano, UNLV Music, presented her poster and research entitled "Where in the World are the Women Bassoonists?" at the poster competition at the International Double Reed Society annual conference at Miami University, Oxford, OH, on July 8-11. In this research, Dr. Valvano cataloged over 600...

Welcome!
09/01/2026

Welcome!

Introducing UNLV Opera's new Music Director and Conductor, Maestro Dennis Doubin!

He began his operatic career in Moscow, Russia as a member of the Bolshoi Opera children's choir and later studied at the Moscow Choral Academy. In the US, Doubin was a student of the late pianist Vitaly Margulis and matriculated at UCLA. Maestro Doubin is a graduate of the Merola and Adler programs at San Francisco Opera and participated in over 50 productions as a member of their music staff. Further professional engagements include Los Angeles Opera, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Seattle Opera, San Diego Opera, Opera San Jose and others. Currently, Maestro Doubin also serves as music director of Vegas City Opera. A sought-after coach, Maestro Doubin collaborates with established operatic luminaries as well as promising vocalists.

UNLV Music Faculty Elected as Trustee of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association
08/31/2026

UNLV Music Faculty Elected as Trustee of the American Orff-Schulwerk Association

UNLV School of Music's Amy Brown (Assistant Professor and Coordinator, Music Education, Pedagogy, and Practice) has been elected to serve on the National Board of Trustees for the American Orff-Schulwerk Association (AOSA) for the 2026-2029 term.

UNLV Music’s new B.A. in Audio Production now has over 100 declared majors this academic year—up from just 30 last year!...
08/31/2026

UNLV Music’s new B.A. in Audio Production now has over 100 declared majors this academic year—up from just 30 last year! As our newest degree in the School of Music, it’s incredibly rewarding to see such strong interest and growth in the program.

Shawna Pennock đź‘Ź
08/31/2026

Shawna Pennock đź‘Ź

Please join us in welcoming our newest Yamaha Artist to the family! 🙌

Shawna Pennock - Saxophonist, University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Read more about Shawna here: https://yamaha.io/4ikS2jN

08/31/2026
08/29/2026
UNLV Opera Presents 2026-27 Vassar-Themed Season
08/21/2026

UNLV Opera Presents 2026-27 Vassar-Themed Season

The Vassar trilogy shines a light on women who have shaped history, championed the planet, and pushed the boundaries of science.

08/21/2026

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4505 S. Maryland Parkway
Las Vegas, NV
89119

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Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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