UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

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The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is the first – and only – school of music in the University of California system. We train and educate students across western classical and world music traditions, transcending traditional academic boundaries by balancing performance mastery and composition with cutting-edge scholarship. Rigorous and improvisational, we encourage and embrace the exploration of

music in all its contemporary and historical diversity. Our 450 undergraduate and graduate students have a multitude of performance opportunities and access to exceptional faculty, new state-of-the-art facilities, world-class archives and instrument collections, and dedicated degree programs and centers of study.

Experience an enchanting evening of music as The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music presents Stars of David, featuring acc...
11/22/2024

Experience an enchanting evening of music as The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music presents Stars of David, featuring acclaimed pianist Jose Raul Lopez. Dive into the brilliance of 19th-century Jewish composers, including Felix Mendelssohn, F***y Hensel, and more. Don't miss this celebration of timeless artistry and cultural heritage!
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 6:30 P.M.
LANI HALL
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/ucla-stars-of-david/
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RAINBOW MUSIC! The UCLA Percussion Ensemble celebrates the music of LGBTQAI+ composers, everyone from John Cage to Lou H...
11/21/2024

RAINBOW MUSIC! The UCLA Percussion Ensemble celebrates the music of LGBTQAI+ composers, everyone from John Cage to Lou Harrison to Aaron Copland. Don't miss this show as our percussion ensemble explores the "Sound(s) of Pride"
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MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 8:00 PM
SCHOENBERG HALL
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/ucla-percussion-ensemble-fall-2024/
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Enjoy an enchanting evening featuring traditional and contemporary music, including Chinese opera aria, zheng unison, qi...
11/20/2024

Enjoy an enchanting evening featuring traditional and contemporary music, including Chinese opera aria, zheng unison, qin unison, folk dance, and silk-and-bamboo music, presented to you by the UCLA Chinese Music Ensemble, directed by Chi Li.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 5:00 PM
SCHOENBERG HALL
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/music-of-china-2024-fall-concert/
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11/19/2024

BATTLE OF THE BANDS! Amp up, Bruins! From November 17-24, the UCLA and USC marching bands are going head-to-head in an unprecedented fundraising challenge to see who can rally the most supporters. The band with the MOST SUPPORTERS WINS. Every donation counts, no matter the size. Let’s show our crosstown rivals what it really means to awaken the pride of the students and alumni of America’s #1 public university. 🐻🏆
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Donate today to support the UCLA Marching Band! 💙💛🎺
https://spark.ucla.edu/project/44716&code=m-46225

A special thank you to everyone who came out to make our Bruin Family Weekend a special one. To every parent, sibling, r...
11/17/2024

A special thank you to everyone who came out to make our Bruin Family Weekend a special one. To every parent, sibling, relative and friend who came to visit, thank you for celebrating the music, passion and creativity of our students. It's what makes The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music such a special place.

The sound of the mission bell has meant different things over the centuries. Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellow Bernard Go...
11/16/2024

The sound of the mission bell has meant different things over the centuries. Chancellor’s Postdoctoral Fellow Bernard Gordillo Brockmann will give a talk on how the soundmark of the Spanish missions has shaped time, space and work-discipline, generated nostalgic ideas of belonging and served as a sound symbol of colonialism.
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 4:00 PM
1230 SCHOENBERG MUSIC BUILDING
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/talk-with-post-doc-bernard-gordillo-brockmann/
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Bernard Gordillo Brockmann is Chancellor's Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of History, Department of Musicology and the Chicano Studies Research Center.
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This just in! Pics from our Mariachi de Uclatlan's great performance on the Day of the Dead, at the Fowler. Stay tuned f...
11/15/2024

This just in! Pics from our Mariachi de Uclatlan's great performance on the Day of the Dead, at the Fowler. Stay tuned for other great performances!
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The Good Time Brass (Aric Kline, trumpet; Austin Ali, trumpet; Aziel Ressler, horn;Nathan Culcasi, trombone; Samuel Adam...
11/14/2024

The Good Time Brass (Aric Kline, trumpet; Austin Ali, trumpet; Aziel Ressler, horn;
Nathan Culcasi, trombone; Samuel Adam, tuba) will perform Sergey Nesterov's "Golden Resonances" at our Fall Graduate Composers' Concert. Come by for music by Yoni Fogelman, Carlos Durán, Jacob Harrison, John Hollywood, Thacher Schreiber, Kaitlin Webster-Zuber and SiHyun Uhm.
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TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 8:00 PM
ENSEMBLE ROOM: OSTIN MUSIC CENTER
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/ucla-graduate-composers-fall-2024/
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The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is proud to share that eleven faculty and three alums were nominated (or were recog...
11/12/2024

The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is proud to share that eleven faculty and three alums were nominated (or were recognized in nominations) across six categories in this year's GRAMMY awards. Special congratulations to alumnus Alexander Lloyd Blake for his nomination, and for the recognition of Boris Allakhverdyan, Jan Berry Baker, Regina Carter, Nicole Haley Cohen (KOLE), Catherine Gregory, Chris Hanulik, Ben Hong, David Kaplan, Varty Manouelian, James Miller, David Riccobono and Ryan Svendsen in multiple categories.
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For the full list, see https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/grammy-award-nominations-in-2024/
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Student Soundcheck: A Glimpse Behind the Music - Introducing Viraj Sonawala, a Music Performance-Percussion and Music Ed...
11/08/2024

Student Soundcheck: A Glimpse Behind the Music
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Introducing Viraj Sonawala, a Music Performance-Percussion and Music Education double major: “I’ve always been familiar with the western classical style of percussion that you see in modern day orchestras. In my freshman year at UCLA, I joined the MUSIC OF INDIA ENSEMBLE directed by Abhiman Kaushal. He’s a virtuoso at Tabla [a percussive instrument used in Indian music]. He actually encouraged me to buy my own set one year after I started playing. Also, Indian classical music is in my heritage, it’s in my family. I feel like ever since I joined the Music of India Ensemble 3 years ago, I’ve made so many new friends and connections that will last me a lifetime. Now, as a fourth-year student, I feel passionate about teaching Tabla to new students. ETHNOMUSICOLOGY teaches us how important it is for each of us to really delve into how different cultures celebrate their heritage through music, and not necessarily orchestra music on a Sunday evening, but traditional settings other than the concert hall. [This is how different people show] their spirit, their identity, and how they make music. I am grateful to be in this school learning percussion in many ways.”
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Interested in hearing the MUSIC OF INDIA ENSEMBLE perform? Sign up for our newsletter to keep on top of all our great events. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/2006786/1977490/
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Welcome to STUDENT SOUNDCHECK, a new series spotlighting the journeys and inspirations of our talented music students! We will be sharing a quote or story straight from the heart of our community, giving you a front-row seat to the experiences that shape their musical lives.

11/07/2024

Experience an evening with Mostly Kosher: Klezmer-Rock with special guest The Klezmer Music Ensemble. November 20, 7:30PM at Lani Hall on the UCLA Campus. Free Admission, but RSVP highly recommended at https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/mostly-kosher/
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The Klezmer/Rock band Mostly Kosher performs a musical feast that explodes into a global food-fight of Jazz, Latin, Rock, and Folk. See the band live as they reconstruct Jewish and American cultural music with an original voice that resounds with themes of social justice, human dignity and mutual understanding.
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Made possible by the Lowell Milken Fund for American Jewish Music at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music with additional support from the David Vickter Foundation.

Quincy Jones was a giant. His music touched hundreds of millions of people and his influence as a mentor and supporter o...
11/05/2024

Quincy Jones was a giant. His music touched hundreds of millions of people and his influence as a mentor and supporter of the arts have been a beacon of inspiration. His reputation as a legendary music producer and innovator was matched only by the warmth and honesty of his kindness and spirit. At The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, we mourn Quincy Jones's passing and celebrate his living legacy of music as a powerful force for good and truth and beauty in this world. Thank you, Quincy. (Photo credit: Greg Gorman.)

"It’s an anniversary party! The UCLA Wind Ensemble celebrates the sesquicentenary of the towering 20th century composer,...
11/04/2024

"It’s an anniversary party! The UCLA Wind Ensemble celebrates the sesquicentenary of the towering 20th century composer, former UCLA faculty member, and namesake of our music building, Arnold Schoenberg, with a performance of his only original work for concert band, the Theme and Variations, Op. 43a. Join us for the celebration and a program that includes other daring voices from the twentieth and twenty-first century.
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‌‌WEDNESDAY, NOV 13, 8:00 PM
SCHOENBERG HALL‌‌
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/ucla-wind-ensemble-fall-2024/
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HALLOWEEN VIDEO RELEASE PARTY! Alum Yoni Fogelman (Music Composition, 2024) and Eleanor Muhawi (Organ Performance, 2024)...
10/31/2024

HALLOWEEN VIDEO RELEASE PARTY! Alum Yoni Fogelman (Music Composition, 2024) and Eleanor Muhawi (Organ Performance, 2024) bring you “Redemption,” a haunting track perfect for the season. With the help of organ performance professor Christoph Bull, “Redemption” is now recorded and available on all major streaming platforms. The video dropped (at midnight!) and you can catch it on Youtube. https://youtu.be/-os6R5As6ak?feature=shared
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New Music Ensemble Bent Frequency takes the stage to perform a vibrant concert featuring exciting new works, including t...
10/30/2024

New Music Ensemble Bent Frequency takes the stage to perform a vibrant concert featuring exciting new works, including the captivating winning composition, "Unopened Seashell" by Yi-Ting Lu, from the UCLA Library's call for scores competition. Don’t miss this chance to experience innovative music that pushes boundaries and sparks the imagination.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 AT 7:00 PM
SCHOENBERG HALL
https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/event/ucla-bent-frequency-resonate-2024/
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BATTLE OF THE BANDS! Amp up, Bruins! From November 17-24, the UCLA and USC marching bands are going head-to-head in an unprecedented fundraising challenge to see who can rally the most supporters. The band with the MOST SUPPORTERS WINS. Every donation counts, no matter the size. Let’s show our crosstown rivals what it really means to awaken the pride of the students and alumni of America’s #1 public university. 🐻🏆 - Donate today to support the UCLA Marching Band! 💙💛🎺 https://spark.ucla.edu/project/44716&code=m-46225 #GoBruins #MarchingBandChallenge #UCLAPride #SolidGoldSound

Experience an evening with Mostly Kosher: Klezmer-Rock with special guest The Klezmer Music Ensemble. November 20, 7:30PM at Lani Hall on the UCLA Campus. Free Admission, but RSVP highly recommended at https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/mostly-kosher/ - The Klezmer/Rock band Mostly Kosher performs a musical feast that explodes into a global food-fight of Jazz, Latin, Rock, and Folk. See the band live as they reconstruct Jewish and American cultural music with an original voice that resounds with themes of social justice, human dignity and mutual understanding. - Made possible by the Lowell Milken Fund for American Jewish Music at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music with additional support from the David Vickter Foundation.

Stig Edgren, lecturer in the Music Industry Program at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, took his class “Producing Special Events and Concerts” on an unforgettable field trip to SoFi Stadium. Students get real experience by exploring major performance venues. This semester, they visited the Kia Forum and the Hollywood Bowl. Stay tuned for their journey! - #ThisisUCLAmusic #musicindustry #leveledup #LiveEvents #StudentLife #UCLA

The UCLA Marching Band is halfway to its goal! Help Maxine and her bandmates bring it home. Donating to the Spark campaign will help keep the marching band a cost-free experience - the money will go towards purchasing and maintaining instruments. Help the "Solid Gold Sound" continue to bring Bruin spirit to the world. - Donate today. https://spark.ucla.edu/project/41406 - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #bruinmarchingband #marchingband #collegiatemarchingband

How You Been?
How You Been?

Featured at the 2024 Commencement, "How You Been?" was a collaborative venture created by students in Adam Moseley's Music Industry 115A class this year. - CREDITS Music By: Ben Whitley Bella Andrews David Guan Samantha Lim Ali Alqatari Adam Moseley Sung By: Bella Andrews “How You Been?” Lyrics: Bella Andrews, Ben Whitley, Ali Alqatari String Arrangement: Samantha Lim, Adam Moseley Produced By: Adam Moseley, Ben Whitley, Bella Andrews, Samantha Lim, Rise Barkan, David Guan Mixed By: Adam Moseley Edited By: Adam Moseley Recorded By: Isabel Parrott, Laura Agudelo, Cuartas Matheus, Maciel Lorenzo Siciliano, Jose Carrillo, Adam Moseley MUSICIANS Drums: Julian Acosta Bass: Connor Gilbert Piano: Samantha Lim Acoustic Guitar: Ben Whitley Electric Guitars: Elliot Gorham (Lead) Jacob Williams (Rhythm) Clarinet: Alyssa Cosico String Quartet: Samantha Lim (1st Violin), Sophia Shih (2nd Violin), Jocelyn Pon (Viola), Amir Elahi (Contrabass) Additional Vocals: Ali Alqatari, Samuel Miller Background Vocals: Lissett Vega, Samantha Lim, Ali Alqatari, Samuel Miller, Kaia Reed Garcia-Vandegrift, Rise Barkan, Michèl Wiener, Juliana Edelnant, Bella Andrews - #ucla #commencement #music #newmusic #ThisIsUCLAMusic

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Support Maxine and her bandmates as they reach for new heights! Over the past year, the UCLA Marching Band has dazzled audiences around the world, and we are eager to keep this incredible tradition going. Donating to the Spark campaign will help keep it a cost-free experience - the money will go towards purchasing and maintaining instruments. Help the "Solid Gold Sound" continue to bring Bruin spirit to the world. - Donate today: https://spark.ucla.edu/project/41406 - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #bruinmarchingband #marchingband #collegiatemarchingband

Looking for summer music study opportunities for high school students? The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music offers summer intensive sessions in MUSIC INDUSTRY, GLOBAL JAZZ, SONGWRITING, and VOICE. Learn from world-class faculty at America's #1 public university and special guests. All sessions include hands' on work and participation.—Space is limited, so sign up today. https://schoolofmusic.ucla.edu/academics/summer/special-summer-programs/ #ucla #music #uclamusic #uclaalpert #thisisuclamusic #summerprograms (edited)

The Grand Hotel Tartarus
The Grand Hotel Tartarus

A new opera. Now being served. Join us for The Grand Hotel Tartarus at the Freud Playhouse on the UCLA Campus. May 17 & 19 (public previews); performances May 21 & 23. Free Admission, but RSVP highly recommended. Visit our landing page to select a date and RSVP: https://uclamusic.info/3UzcUGK - Six guests appear at an ornate hotel with no idea how they got there. The gracious and aristocratic hotel manager, Mr. Lucian, promises to fulfill all their earthly desires if they remain. In this new opera by Richard Danielpour, the guests will have one night only to ponder a choice that will affect them for eternity. - A joint production of Opera UCLA in The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music and the UCLA School of Theater, Film & Television. - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #uclaalpert #opera #newmusic

The Coalesce Flute and Harp Duo (Jennifer Jo and Ginger Rose Brucker) raised the bar at the UCLA Strategic Communications Bar Raiser Summit, welcoming everyone at the Skirball Cultural Center with a performance in Herscher Hall and again later in the Taper Courtyard during lunch. Always great to see our students at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music providing a powerful reminder of how much music connects us all. - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #uclaalpert

Happy Holidays from The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. Yoni Fogelman, composition undergraduate, wrote “The Everlasting Flame” as a setting of the two prayers recited during the lighting of the Chanukah candle. With Alaina Stark on harp and the UCLA Chamber Singers. - Streaming now on all major platforms. Want to watch the full video? Link in bio. - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #uclaalpert #harp #happyholidays #holidaymusic #voice #choirmusic

Sean Takada and Janice Hu, two violin performance majors at The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, wrote this medley just for you. They write: “wishing everyone a warm and restful holiday break!” - #ucla #music #thisisUCLAmusic #violin #happyholidays

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Only at UCLA! We are a school of music that unites independent but complementary departments and programs in Ethnomusicology, Global Jazz Studies, Music, Music Industry and Musicology – all in one place. Our exceptional approach to education provides our students with academic opportunities that balance cutting-edge scholarship, performance mastery, and composition, with access to a leading music industry program.

The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is the first – and only – school of music in the University of California system. We train and educate students across western classical and world music traditions, transcending traditional academic boundaries by balancing performance mastery and composition with cutting-edge scholarship. Rigorous and improvisational, we encourage and embrace the exploration of music in all its contemporary and historical diversity. Our 450 undergraduate and graduate students have a multitude of performance opportunities and access to exceptional faculty, new state-of-the-art facilities, world-class archives and instrument collections, and dedicated degree programs and centers of study. Within UCLA’s interdisciplinary environment, The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is the portal through which music engages with other disciplines on campus and beyond.

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