As we begin this new year, I have been reflecting on the myriad ways in which art enhances our lives, bolsters our connection to each other, and builds community – both local and global. There is vast opportunity for the arts (including architecture – one of the eight disciplinary areas in the College of Fine Arts at UNLV) and humanities to positively and profoundly affect how we see the world.…
The opportunity to learn, innovate and unlock “uncompromised expression” on 86 world-class pianos – that is the promise of a transformational donation of more than $6 million to UNLV’s School of Music by the Las Vegas-based KJS Family Foundation. Finalized last year, the KJS Family Foundation’s gift funded the purchase of 86 Steinway pianos – instruments universally recognized throughout the…
The recent district National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS) competition, held on Saturday, November 15, 2025, featured participants from Southern Utah, Southern Nevada, and Southern California. Below are the UNLV winners of this year's competition. Congratulations to all!: College Senior Women: First Place: Madelyn Salazar (UNLV--student of Monica Williams-…
UNLV School of music student, Szeyi Fung, has been awarded First Prize in the Nevada Music Teachers National Association competition - Young Artist of Violin division. "I want to express my sincere gratitude for UNLV's generous support," said Fung, "This achievement would not have been possible without the support and opportunity I have received from Dr. Butler and Dean…
Metallica challenges marching bands at all collegiate levels to craft the most exciting, unique, and impressive performances of Metallica's music. Voting for our UNLV Star of Nevada Marching Band ends on November 30! Cast your vote for us in the Metallica marching band competition! Text #UNLV to (833) 609-0330 to cast your vote! Bands who enter the…
Yoonji Park, who is currently enrolled in the DMA program at SoM, has made us all proud by winning the Absolute First Prize in the Bach International Music Competition in the United Kingdom. Additionally, she has received the Best Bach Performance Special Award. Congratulations! Bach Music Competition
UNLV School of Music director Dr. Isrea Butler will be performing a concert with Terrance Blanchard at Eastman School of Music on October 16 as part of the Gateway Music Festival. Congratulations!
American spiritual 'This Little Light of Mine' recorded by the UNLV Symphonic Winds, has been accepted in a publication deal with Seolta Music Limited, Dublin, Ireland. Music professor Anthony LaBounty arranged the orchestration to feature UNLV voice Alumnus Christian Shelton and the student musicians in the UNLV Symphonic Winds. Congratulations! More about Christian Shelton: Christian Shelton,…