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University of Nevada Bands
The University of Nevada Bands provide performance opportunities for music majors and non-majors alike. Ranging from national travel and enthusiastic music making in athletic bands to artistic experiences in our wind ensembles, these opportunities are open to everyone.
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Choral and vocal ensembles
The School of Music offers exciting and diverse choral performance opportunities and meaningful experiences in opera performance.
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Jazz ensembles
The School of Music offers multiple big bands and small ensembles that give professional level experience in ensemble performance, improvisation, and creativity within a variety of genres and styles.
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Symphony orchestra
Symphony Orchestra is a full-sized symphony that performs four musical concerts during the academic year.