What are some advantages of studying Music at the University of New Mexico?
UNM provides a challenging musical environment with a full range of outstanding musical organizations that meet the needs of students at all levels. UNM students study their instrument or voice with artist faculty who continue to perform on concert stages in New Mexico and throughout the world. UNM students receive caring, individual attention from faculty. UNM is the only university in New Mexico located in a major metropolitan area, giving students access to concerts by the New Mexico Symphony Orchestra, the Chamber Orchestra of Albuquerque, the Santa Fe Symphony, the Desert Chorale, and numerous professional touring groups that perform in Popejoy Hall. UNM music education students study with nationally recognized specialists in the field, and with prominent conductors of bands, jazz bands, orchestras, and choirs. UNM is the flagship institution of the State of New Mexico, with the largest music faculty, the largest number of music majors, the largest facility, and the most concerts
