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Voice at UNO

The School of Music at the University of Nebraska at Omaha’s offers a substantial voice program with a wide range of experiences for voice majors. Our dynamic, nationally and internationally recognized voice and choral faculty have extensive performance backgrounds and offer outstanding individualized instruction in a creative and supportive environment. Voice students have the opportunity to participate in specialized workshops, masterclasses by renowned guest artists, and international/national conferences, competitions, and tours. Students perform in a variety of ensembles including the University Chorus, Concert Choir, Opera, and chamber groups. Students are frequently selected as soloists to perform with the UNO large and small ensembles.

How to Apply

Program Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Arts, Concentration in Music Studies (B.A.; Music Studies)
  • Bachelor of Music, Performance (B.M. Performance)
  • Bachelor of Music, Music Education (B.M. Music Education)
  • Master of Music, Performance (M.M. Performance)

Audition Requirements:

Undergraduate (B.M. Performance/Education; B.A. Music Studies)

Prepare two songs. Voice faculty prefer your audition song selections are from the classical and musical theatre genres.

1. The songs should be in contrasting styles.

2. All songs must be performed from memory.

3. One selection should be performed in English, and one in a different language of your choice.

4. Songs should show potential, interpretive ability, and musicianship.

5. There will be a UNO staff pianist at the audition. Please bring $15 to pay the pianist at the time of the audition.

Students interested in the Bachelor of Music in Music Education must also submit a short 2-3 minute video. Please watch the following video before you begin: https://youtu.be/sCx-fw8gPqw. The questions and prompts are also listed in written form below. When completed, please email to Adam Hilt: ahilt@unomaha.edu.

  1. Introduce yourself , tell us your primary instrument ,and any additional instruments you play. Feel free to tell us any additional information that you would want us to know (e.g., you teach piano; work with youth; enjoy learning languages).
  2. Why are you interested in music education?
  3. Name one teacher you respect and why.
  4. Sing a nursery rhyme/children’s song without accompaniment (one verse only).

M.M. Music Performance (Graduate)

1. Perform 20 minutes of music.

2. All music must be performed from memory.

3. A variety of languages should be presented.

4. Repertoire should include five contrasting pieces.

Need assistance preparing your audition? Follow this audition tutorial!


High School voice students throughout the Midwest participate yearly in the UNO Band, Orchestra, and Choir Honor Festival (BOCH Festival). These students have the opportunity to work with UNO faculty and guest clinicians to perform great repertoire, as well as attend concerts and masterclasses throughout the weekend.


Questions? Contact Voice Area Coordinator, Prof. Shelby VanNordstrand, at svannordstrand@unomaha.edu.

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Shelby VanNordstrand
Coordinator – Voice Area
Associate Professor – Voice
svannordstrand@unomaha.edu
SPAC 228


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Derrick Fox, DMA
Director – Choral Activities
Associate Professor – Voice
dafox@unomaha.edu
SPAC 219


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Katrina Cox, PhD
Assistant Professor – Music Education/Choral
katrinacox@unomaha.edu
SPAC 214


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Alexandria Plumb
Adjunct Faculty – Voice
anplumb@unomaha.edu

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