University Bands

Founded in 1879, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln band program has grown from a single small ROTC band to encompass seven ensembles that perform for a combined audience of well over one million people annually.

The School of Music at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln enthusiastically invites all students, regardless of academic major, to participate in one or more of our bands. Additional information about each of our band ensembles is available under the ensemble link in the index to the left. Auditions for the fall concert and jazz ensembles are scheduled for the first week of classes in August. We encourage you to explore the rich tradition of our band program.

Upcoming Events

The Honor Jazz Weekend for high school freshmen through seniors is scheduled for March 26-28, 2010. The application deadline is January 15, 2010.

Sunday, March 7, 3:00 PM, Wind Ensemble Concert, Kimball Recital Hall
Thursday, March 11, 7:30 PM, Symphonic Band Concert, Kimball Recital Hall
Thursday, March 25, 7:30 PM, Jazz Ensembles I & II Concert, Kimball Recital Hall
Saturday, March 27, 7:30 PM, Honor Jazz Weekend Combo Recital, Room 119 Westbrook Music Building, free admission
Sunday, March 28, 2:30 PM, Honor Jazz Weekend Finale Concert, Sheldon Museum of Art, free admission
Tuesday, March 30, 7:30 PM, Jazz Combos Concert, Room 119 Westbrook Music Building, free admission