Looking for FREE live music and family-friendly concerts in Reno, Nevada? The Reno Pops Orchestra is celebrating its 2026–2027 “Got Pops?” season with five exciting concerts, featuring everything from opera and holiday favorites to musical adventures and movie soundtracks!

On 2 Plus You Nevada, host Sarah Johns welcomes Colton Michael and Priscilla Mills from the Reno Pops Orchestra to preview the upcoming concert season, discuss the orchestra's mission of making live music accessible to everyone, and highlight opportunities for musicians of all ages to participate.

Discover how the Reno Pops Orchestra brings together volunteer musicians, supports emerging composers through its international Composer Showcase, and celebrates local talent through the Solo and Concerto Festival. Plus, learn about community rehearsals, outreach performances, and the City of Reno's special proclamation recognizing October 24, 2026, as Reno Pops Orchestra Day!

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🎼 2026–2027 “Got Pops?” Concert Season

• Five free orchestral concerts throughout the season

• Opera, holiday music, adventures, and movie soundtracks

• Live performances for families and music lovers

🎻 Free Live Music in Northern Nevada

• Making orchestral music accessible to everyone

• Celebrating music from different genres and cultures

• Introducing new audiences to live performances

🌎 International Composer Showcase

• Welcoming original compositions from around the world

• Orchestra members helping select winning pieces

• Featuring new music during upcoming concerts

🎹 Solo and Concerto Festival

• Opportunities for musicians of all ages and skill levels

• Professional feedback from experienced adjudicators

• Selected winners performing with the Reno Pops Orchestra

🎶 Community Play Days & Volunteer Musicians

• Welcoming students, teachers, and adult musicians

• Open rehearsals and opportunities to join the orchestra

• Building connections through a shared love of music

❤️ Community Outreach & Reno Pops Orchestra Day

• Monthly musical outreach at St. Vincent's

• Celebrating October 24 as Reno Pops Orchestra Day

• Sharing the gift of music throughout Northern Nevada

🌐 Learn More About Reno Pops Orchestra:

 🎼 2026–2027 “Got Pops?” Concert Season

 • A Night at the Opera — October 24, 2026

• Sleigh Bells in the Snow — December 19, 2026

• High Seas Adventure — March 13, 2027

• Larger Than Life — May 8, 2027

• A Night at the Movies — July 10, 2027

🕖 All concerts begin at 7 PM.

📍 First four concerts: Nightingale Concert Hall, University of Nevada, Reno

📍 July concert: Hawkins Amphitheater at Bartley Ranch, presented with Artown

🎟️ FREE ADMISSION!

Explore the full concert schedule, community rehearsals, Composer Showcase, Solo and Concerto Festival, and opportunities to support the orchestra.

🌐 Website: https://renopops.org/

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