Symphonic Band - The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

Symphonic

Band

UCLA Symphonic Band

The UCLA Symphonic Band comprises graduate and undergraduate students from across the university in a traditional large concert band format. The ensemble rehearses Tuesdays from 3–4:50 p.m. and performs concerts in Schoenberg Hall during the winter and spring quarters. During the fall quarter, the Symphonic Band reads and rehearses a wide variety of musical selections; Graduate and undergraduate student conductors have regular opportunities to work with the Symphonic Band.

Upcoming Classical and Contemporary Performances

EXPLORE ALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC EVENTS
EXPLORE ALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC EVENTS
EXPLORE ALL SCHOOL OF MUSIC EVENTS
Nov 1 Sun
4:00pm
Free
chamber-music, contemporary
Steve Reich @ 90: A Concert Celebrating the Visionary American Jewish Composer
Please join the Milken Center for a 90th birthday celebration featuring the music of Steve Reich, one of the leading composers of our time, and a paradigmatic musician of American …
Schoenberg Hall Learn More
Nov 7 Sat
6:00pm
Free
chamber-music, contemporary
INTERPLAY: Radu Valcu Quintet (RVQ) feat. The UCLA Guitar Ensemble
The UCLA Guitar Ensemble presents the culmination of its Improvisation Workshop with the Radu Valcu Quintet, featuring chamber and ensemble performances by UCLA guitar students, alumni, and guests. Directed by …
Lani Hall Learn More
Nov 9 Mon
8:00pm
Free
chamber-music, classical, contemporary
Between Heaven and Earth: A Percussion Chamber Music Showcase
From the clanging of iron to the cadence of the human voice, rhythm is the oldest language on earth. Join the 20-member UCLA Percussion Ensemble for an electrifying journey through …
Schoenberg Hall Learn More
Regina Carter Speaks Up and Stages a Comeback
From Strings Magazine: Jazz violinist Regina Carter on overcoming an injury and fighting the stigma of performer injuries.
Music Course Explores Connections between Music and Politics
From the Daily Bruin: What do Beethoven and Beyoncé have in common? Professor David Lefkowitz explores how musical artists shape political engagement in this exciting course.
Johanna Gamboa-Kroesen Receives Faculty Career Development Award to Advance Music Education and Belonging
Dr. Johanna Gamboa-Kroesen, Assistant Professor of Music Education at UCLA, received a Faculty Career Development Award for the 2026 to 2027 academic year. This award is given by the UCLA …