Hudson Bend Middle School Orchestra
6th Grade Orchestra
Beginning Orchestra introduces students to the fundamentals of making music together. Students learn to read music, develop responsibility and teamwork skills, set and achieve goals, and become stronger listeners—all while discovering the joy of playing music. No prior experience or audition is required to join.
7th & 8th Grade Orchestra
The 7th & 8th Grade Orchestra is designed for students with one or more years of string experience who are continuing to grow as musicians. In this program, students build on their skills by focusing on accurate intonation and rhythm, tone production, music analysis, and evaluation. They also develop proper concert etiquette—both as performers and as attentive, engaged audience members—while preparing for more advanced high school-level music.
Nicole Pajarillo
Orchestra Director
Hudson Bend Middle School
About Ms. Pajarillo
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Ms. Pajarillo, a native of Reno, Nevada, has been making music since childhood. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from the University of Nevada, Reno, graduating Magna Cum Laude. She studied cello with Dr. Dmitri Atapine and piano with Dr. Hyeyeon Park and Dr. Albina Asryan. (Go Pack!)
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An active performer, Ms. Pajarillo has served as a piano accompanist and played with the Reno Philharmonic. Before joining Hudson Bend Middle School, she directed the orchestra at Darrel Swope Middle School in Washoe County School District, where her program grew to over 230 students. She also served as the Washoe County Middle School Honor Orchestra Coordinator.
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Passionate about sharing her love of music, Ms. Pajarillo is dedicated to inspiring her students and fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.
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Outside the classroom, she enjoys line dancing, snowboarding, and spending time with her golden doodle, Tahoe.
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📧 pajarillon@ltisdschools.org
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