FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT:

Reno Pops Orchestra
www.renopops.org
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Alice Reshel
Publicity Chair & Board Member
alicereshel@renopops.org | (321) 543-0481

Colton Brown
Social Media Manager, Co-Publicity Chair & Board Member
coltonmichael@renopops.org | (775) 395-9599

EVENT DETAILS:

Organization: Reno Pops Orchestra
Event Title: Aurora Borealis
When: Saturday, March 7, 2026 – 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:30 p.m.)
Where: Nightingale Hall, University of Nevada, Reno
1335 North Virginia Street, Reno, Nevada 89557
(Located within the Church Fine Arts Building)
Conductor: Dr. Jane K. Brown
Featuring Guest: Alissa Teachout, 2025 Reno Pops Solo & Concerto Festival Winner

PRESS RELEASE:

Reno Pops Orchestra Announces, “Aurora Borealis” Concert

The Reno Pops Orchestra is a nonprofit community orchestra dedicated to enriching Northern Nevada through live music. Through free concerts, educational outreach, and innovative programming, the orchestra fosters artistic excellence while making music accessible to audiences of all ages.

Reno, NV — The Reno Pops Orchestra proudly announces Aurora Borealis, a captivating concert taking place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at Nightingale Hall on the University of Nevada, Reno campus, as part of its 2025–2026 concert season, “IMAGINE!”, under the direction of Maestro Dr. Jane K. Brown.

Imagine climbing frozen ice mountains of the far North, the air sharp and still—until you reach the summit, where the wind begins to sing and the sky ignites with dancing aurora lights, turning silence into music. Aurora Borealis explores the beauty, mystery, and imagination inspired by northern landscapes through a dynamic blend of classical and contemporary works. The program highlights musical storytelling and cross-genre creativity, offering audiences an immersive and imaginative listening experience.

Inspired by winter landscapes, light, and fantasy, the concert features a crossover of musical styles, including selections connected to The Snow Queen and other evocative works that reflect the spirit of imagination.

Featured Composers and Works Include:

• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky — Symphony No. 1, “Winter Dreams”
  • Dmitri Shostakovich — Jazz Suite
  • Jukka Linkola — The Snow Queen
  • Music from Disney’s Frozen
  • Joseph Schwantner — Percussion Concerto
  • Featured performance by the 2025 Reno Pops Solo & Concerto Festival Winner, Alissa Teachout

ANNOUNCING THE 2025–2026 CONCERT SEASON: IMAGINE!

The Reno Pops Orchestra is proud to announce its 2025–2026 concert season, “IMAGINE!”, under the direction of Maestro Dr. Jane K. Brown. There are still two upcoming performances: May 9, 2026 — Animal Adventures and July 11, 2026 — Birth of the Blues. Each concert highlights the orchestra’s mission to bring great music from different time periods, cultures, and styles to the Northern Nevada community

MEDIA & INTERVIEWS

Members of the media are invited to cover the event or schedule interviews with orchestra representatives. For interviews, please contact: Colton Brown
coltonmichael@renopops.org | (775) 395-9599

Sincerely,

Alice Reshel
Public Relations Chair, Board Member
www.renopops.org
alicereshel@renopops.org | alreshel21@gmail.com | (321) 543-0481

Colton Brown
Social Media Manager, Board Member
www.renopops.org
coltonmichael@renopops.org | coltonmichael07@icloud.com | (775) 395-9599