The concert, in honor of Black History Month, also pays tribute to the late Marlena Shaw.

The orchestra is conducted by artistic director Taras Krysa.

The event, which will be held at Fontainebleau Las Vegas, honors those who have made a significant impact in the areas of visual arts, performing arts, or architecture.

Captured by German troops and sent to Stalag VIII-A, Messiaen composed the work in the prisoner of war camp — where it was also first performed. 

Guest jazz drummer Gregg Bissonette performs with UNLV Jazz Ensembles I and II Nov. 27.

The concert will be conducted by Taras Krysa and Stephanie Council.

As Southern Nevada’s image as a mecca for professional sports continues to grow, so too do employment opportunities for UNLV graduates. 

Prima la musica will be sung in Italian with English supertitles; Thomas Pasatieri’s La Divina will be sung in English.

The orchestra is conducted by artistic director Taras Krysa.

The program includes John McMurtery performing Bach's Partita in A Minor for solo flute, Mozart's Quintet in E-flat Major for piano and winds, and Brahms' Clarinet Trio, Op. 114.

Co-presented by philanthropist Susan N. Houston, the College of Fine Arts hosts the free annual Art Walk to honor the Las Vegas community for its dedicated support of the arts and culture in Southern Nevada.

The album features the Boston Brass Quintet and Joseph Alessi, Principal Trombone of the New York Philharmonic and UNLV Distinguished Artist-in-Residence.