As an innovative educational leader in the United States and the primary catalyst for musical culture in Southern Nevada, UNLV’s School of Music provides a professional artistic environment that supports programs of excellence in the education of musicians. We produce musicians of the highest quality by developing our students’ unique strengths in performance, composition, or the teaching of music. The department aims to increase the public’s appreciation for the intrinsic value of music through leadership and excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, creativity, and professional service.