After taking a walk at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe in April, it’s hard to imagine that in just three months, this stunning winter campus will transform into a summer paradise with golden sunsets, crystal blue waters, a symphony of summer birds, and a classical music festival that mirrors the beauty of this mountain landscape. This summer, music enthusiasts, dreamers and nature lovers are invited to Classical Tahoe – a four-week music festival of jazz, orchestra and classical concerts – to revel in music surrounded by towering pines.

This summer, Classical Tahoe returns to the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe campus, running July 7-August 4, with an itinerary of musical events sure to delight any concert-goer. The festival kicks-off with performances in the Classical Tahoe Ricardi Pavilion from the Brubeck Jazz Summit, featuring the Brubeck Legacy Trio and Contemporary Masters Sextet. Starting July 19, classical music takes the stage with the Classical Tahoe Festival Orchestra featuring an unforgettable lineup of world-renowned musicians, soloists and conductors. Don’t miss out on small-venue intimate performances like the Ron & Maureen Ashley Oasis Chamber Music Series, “In the Garden,” held on the exquisite lakefront estate of Ron and Maureen Ashley.

Subscriptions to the series, renewals and individual tickets are on sale now. Explore the full lineup of artists, find other program offerings, educational opportunities, kid’s programming and reserve tickets on the Classical Tahoe website. Looking for a preview of the magic of music? Find episodes from previous years on PBS, where you can get a behind the scenes look at the festival with artist interviews and more.

Host your event at the University of Nevada, Reno at Lake Tahoe

The Wayne L. Prim Campus is a prime setting for research, scholarly, educational and creative seminars, workshops and conferences. The 18-acre setting in Incline Village includes 10 classrooms, several meeting/conference rooms, both large and medium events spaces, a cafeteria and catering service, highly equipped laboratories, 88 dorm rooms and the Lou Sardella Student Commons Lawn. The natural setting provides a living laboratory and serves as creative inspiration for both scientists, artists and students alike. Dedicated to an enriched community and innovative thinking, we welcome the brightest minds in science, art and sustainability to Lake Tahoe for a robust program of community events and private conferences. If this sounds like the perfect fit for your event, fill out an interest form on our website today.