Music Major for a Day
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Get an inside look at what it’s really like to study music at Nebraska Wesleyan University. We invite high school students to be a Music Major for a Day and experience how music, and our students, are celebrated at NWU.
During your visit, you’ll:
- Sit in on classes and rehearsals
- Connect with our music faculty and students
- Explore ensemble and performance opportunities
- See how our faculty help musicians grow as expressive, curious artists
By the end of the day, you’ll have a real sense of what it means to be part of NWU’s music community and whether this could be the next step in your journey.
Registration
Register for Music Major for a Day
Schedule
| Time | Event | Instructor |
|---|---|---|
| 10 a.m. | Arrival & Check-in | |
| 10:30 a.m. | Welcome/Music Ed Chat | Mr. Eric Wyler |
| 11 a.m. | Drum Circle! | Dr. John Kosch |
| 11:20 a.m. | Q&A with Current Music Students | |
| 11:40 a.m. | NWU Student Lesson Demonstration | Dr. Jana Holzmeier |
| 12 p.m. | CHOOSE ONE to attend:
| Mr. Tom Trenney Applied Lesson Faculty |
| 1 p.m. | Lunch (Provided) – Story Student Center | |
| 2 p.m. | Music History | Dr. Spilker-Beed |
| 2 p.m. | Conducting | Dr. Zach NewCheever |
| 3 p.m. | CHOOSE ONE to attend:
| Dr. Zach NewCheever Applied Lesson Faculty |
| 4 p.m. | Conclusion or Optional 4:00 p.m. Symphonic Band Rehearsal | Dr. Zach NewCheever |
Questions? Contact Eric Wyler at ewyler [at] nebrwesleyan.edu (ewyler[at]nebrwesleyan[dot]edu) or (402) 465-2283.