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Music

Children's theater production of Disney's 'Finding Nemo, Jr.' begins Friday in Carson City

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April 26, 2024 - 7:00pm

Dive into an ocean of adventure with Wild Horse Children's Theater as we embark on a journey under the sea in the upcoming production of Disney's "Finding Nemo, Jr." at the Brewery Arts Center Performance Hall in Carson City. This spectacular musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar movie promises to be a wave of fun, friendships, and heartwarming moments that the entire family will enjoy!

Vinyl Pick-nic

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April 28, 2024 - 2:00pm

Join Will Houk from 95.1FM KNVC Carson City Community radio for a lazy Sunday as the BAC Exhibition Hall is turned into a listening lounge. Will is bringing a crate of vinyl records and guests are encouraged to bring records of their own that they would like to share for a spin on the provided turntables.

Buster Chops Trio Perfrom at Bank Saloon this Friday

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March 29, 2024 (All day)

Join us Friday night at the Bank Saloon for great live music by "Buster Chops" this Friday 3/29 from 7pm-10pm. Also Thursday 5p-7p Buster Chops Music Bingo and 3/30 Saturday "Erica Paul" 7pm-10pm. No cover charge.

Live Music and Hand crafted cocktails at Bank Saloon

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March 14, 2024 (All day)

Carson City Bank Saloon's live music line-up for this week: March 14, Thursday 5p-7p "Buster Chops & Bank Music Bingo" Check the songs off your bingo card as the band plays them, get a bingo and win a complimentary handcrafted cocktail of your choice.

Western Nevada College offers Ukulele for Beginners

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We believe that music should be accessible and enjoyable for everyone! That's why we're offering Ukulele for Beginners - a chance to learn a new instrument in an encouraging and patient environment.

Introduction to Swiss Alphorn offered at Western Nevada College

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Repeats every week on the 12 of January every Friday until Fri May 10 2024 .
January 12, 2024 (All day)

The Swiss Alphorn (also known as "that instrument in the Ricola commericals") may look a bit intimidating, but trust us - whether you're brand new to playing music or a seasoned musician, you'll find it to be approachable and fun!

Music Bingo at Bank Saloon in Carson City with Buster Chops

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December 28, 2023 (All day)

Come play Music Bingo this Thursday at Bank Saloon in Carson City with Brian Lester & Buster Chops. The fun starts at 6:30pm. Your Bingo Cards have the songs that the band will play on them. Line them up on your card for a free hand crafted cocktail and other prizes.

Country Night at Bank Saloon in Carson City this Thursday, Dec. 21

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December 21, 2023 (All day)

Live Country Music on Thursday, Dec. 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Bank Saloon 418. S. Carson St. in Carson City. No coverage charge.

Sierra Alphorn Players

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December 21, 2023 - 3:30pm

On Thursday, Dec. 21, join the Sierra Alphorn Players from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Greenhouse Garden Center in Carson City.

The Sierra Alphorn Players will be sharing their unique style of Christmas music.

Please join us in welcoming this amazing group of musicians here at GGC.

Musicians' swap meet and jam session/open mic at A to Zen canceled

UPDATE: We've got notice that this event has been canceled. Check back for a future reschedule date.
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Join the fun this Sunday Oct. 22 at A to Zen in Carson City. A live jam session is planned on site, so bring your axe and jam with us. If you sing, come up and sing with us. The event is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

New World Jazz Project featured Sunday concert at Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City

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August 27, 2023 (All day)

Free live outdoor concert series will happen Sunday, August 27 at Empire Ranch Golf Course in Carson City. Full menu and bar available 9 a.m. to 4 p.m, live music from 2 to 4 p.m. Golf available all day on 18 hole championship course or shorter, quicker Morgan Mill Executive Course, which is great for younger players and beginner golfers.

Historic Fourth Ward School Museum presents 'Steppin’ Back in Time, Steampunk Soiree!' fundraiser

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August 19, 2023 - 6:30pm

VIRGINIA CITY — Don't miss the Historic Fourth Ward School Museum's 6th Annual “Steppin' Back in Time” fundraiser event: A Steampunk Soiree! Join us as we "step back" to the 1860’s -1890’s — a time of invention and innovation as we explore the marvels of technology and many ‘firsts’ that sprung up from the Comstock mining.

Tom Scott with the Reno Jazz Orchestra on August 20

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August 20, 2023 (All day)

With Grammy awards, dozens of top-hit albums and more than 2,000 recordings as a legendary saxophonist, Tom Scott has been featured in some of the greatest music ever recorded in the past 50 years.

Summer Vibes free outdoor concert series at Empire Ranch Golf Course

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June 25, 2023 - 2:00pm

Free outdoor music, affordable golf and good food at Empire Ranch this summer in Carson City. Live performances from various artists in our scenic and natural outdoor setting.

Dirty Cello plays Nashville Social Club March 18

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March 18, 2023 (All day)

Fresh off their third tour to Iceland with crazy adventures like playing at an Icelandic film star’s wedding to a show on a whale watching boat, San Francisco based band, Dirty Cello will present their exciting blend of blues, rock and Americana that has been described by Oakland Magazine as, “...funky, carnival, romantic, sexy, tangled, electric, fiercely rhythmic, and textured, and only occasionally classical” at Nashville Social Club in Carson City March 18.

Nevada Museum of Art to Present Reno Jazz Orchestra Concert

Reno Jazz Orchestra to Perform at Nevada Museum of Art
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October 21, 2022 (All day)

The Reno Jazz Orchestra will present “Creative Directions in Jazz” at the Nevada Museum of Art on October 21, 2022. The program is presented as part of UPSTAGE: A Literary and Performing Art Series supported by the Nightingale Family Foundation and the Williams Foundation. The concert will showcase original compositions by contemporary composers.

Carson Valley Sertoma hosts Oktoberfest on Sept. 17

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September 17, 2022 - 10:00am

Carson Valley Sertoma is hosting an Octoberfest on September 17, 2022. This is the 29th year that the event is being held and this year they are proud to be joining forces with W.A.V.E and Moxy-Up. Oktoberfest is a festive fundraiser serving German foods, Music and fun.

The Brother Dan Show with guest Jimmy Rossi at Carson City's Bank Saloon

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August 8, 2022 - 4:30pm

Monday, August 8 host Brother Dan Palmer will be joined by Jimmy Rossi at Bank Saloon in Carson City. The two will chat about all of the projects and appearances in the singer/multi-instrumentalist’s near future, while they play a wide ranging set of music.

Quilt Show and Musical Performances

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July 17, 2022 - 12:00pm

Quilt Show with Music! Come and join us on Sunday afternoon, July 17th at Holy Cross Lutheran Church at 4895 S. McCarran Ave, Reno. We are excited to share our love of quilting, knitting and music! We will display quilts of all kinds — antique, classic and modern quilts while showcasing musical talent. Our quilt group will have a display of quilts in our Fellowship Hall - opening at 12 noon and closing at 4pm.

Brian Lester & Buster Chops perform every Thursday at Mangia Tutto Restaurant

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June 30, 2022 - 6:30pm

Every Thursday night enjoy great live music by Brian Lester and Buster Chops at Mangia Tutto Ristorante and Pizzeria in Carson City. From 6:30pm - 8:30pm join us on the patio for delicious food, tasty libations and some of the best live music in town. Pro players are welcome to sit in with the band. Corner of Stewart and Musser Streets.

Live Music this week in Carson City

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The Buster Chops band perform every Thursday at Mangia Tutto Pizzeria e Ristorante, 200 N Stewart St, Carson City. Join us this Thursday for the patio party with great Italian cuisine, cocktails and live music. Guest artists will be joining in for the fun from 6:30 - 8:30pm.

The Bank Saloon, 418 S Carson St, Carson City, features Live Music every Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday:

Here is this weeks line-up:
Thursday 6/16 from 6pm - 9pm "Patrick Major"
Friday 6/17 from 7pm - 10pm "Dom & Friends"
Saturday 6/18 from 7pm - 10pm "Mo's Motley Trio"

Live Music this week in Carson City

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Mangia Tutto Pizzeria e Ristorante hosts the Thursday night patio party & Pro jam featuring Brian Lester and Buster Chops. Join us from 6:30 to 8:30 for the great live music, wonderful Italian food, cocktails and desserts.

The Buster Chops band perform on the Patio at Mangia Tutto this Thursday

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June 2, 2022 - 6:30pm
Great live music this Thursday with Brian Lester and the Buster Chops band. Join us from 6:30pm to 8:30pm at Mangia Tutto Ristorante e Pizzeria 400 S. Stewart St. in Carson City. Great food, tasty cocktails and wonderful live music. Professional players are invited to join in with the band.

Reservations are suggested.

Live music this Thursday at A to Zen showroom featuring 'Buster Chops'

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May 5, 2022 - 6:30pm

Live music featuring "Buster Chops" this Thursday at the A to Zen showroom at 1803 N. Carson St. in Carson City. The band will be rocking from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Draft beer, wings and pizza will be available. Pro players are welcome to sit in. No cover charge.

Brian Lester and George Kohler to perform at Carson City's Bank Saloon Saturday evening

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April 9, 2022 - 7:00pm

This Saturday, Carson City's Bank Saloon will feature Brian Lester with special guest George Kohler.

There is no cover, and the music will begin at 7 p.m. and continue through 10 p.m.

Guitarist Buddy Emmer on The Brother Dan Show

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January 31, 2022 (All day)

On Monday, January 31, The Brother Dan Show welcomes guitarist Buddy Emmer. Originally from Texas, Buddy currently hosts Tuesday night blues at Harrah’s Lake Tahoe, featuring weekly guest artists from across the country.

Buddy’s extensive lists of performance credits includes opening for a multitude of well-known artists including Joe Bonamassa, Elvin Bishop, John Lee Hooker II, Lydia Pence and Cold Blood, and many others. In addition, he has shared the stage with the like of Greg Allman, Jimmie Vaughn, Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, just to name a few.

Reno Jazz Orchestra concert showcases music of Dr. Larry Engstrom, icon of University of Nevada, Reno

Photo of Dr. Larry Engstrom to be honored at Reno Jazz Orchestra concert in Reno
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November 21, 2021 (All day)

The Reno Jazz Orchestra, in conjunction with the University of Nevada, Reno, will celebrate the music career of Dr. Larry Engstrom, an icon of the School’s Program in Jazz and Improvisational Music, and renowned educator, composer, and trumpeter. The concerts will be held at the Good Luck Macbeth Theater in Reno, Nevada, on Saturday, November 20 at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday, November 21 at 4:00 p.m.

Comstock Cowboys perform Oct. 8 in Minden

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October 8, 2021 - 7:00pm

The first concert in CVAC’s 2021-2022 Concert Series will feature music from the Comstock Cowboys on Friday, October 8, 2021 at 7:00 pm at TJ’s Corral at the Carson Valley Inn in Minden.

Music in the Silver City Park this Tuesday

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June 22, 2021 - 10:00am

Silver City, Nevada -Silver City's annual science and arts summer programming kicks off with acoustic music at the Silver City Park and outdoor stage on Tuesday, June 22 from 10am-noon. Bring a chair and find a spot on the lawn to enjoy the show featuring local musician Mylo McCormick.

Carson Valley Community Theatre presents Beautiful Noise: Music That Moves Us

Music has often been called the universal language but it can also be deeply personal and help us express emotions we might otherwise bury.

It can make us laugh or cry, tap our feet, dance, or just sing along.

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