Events for December 2025 – Page 20 – The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

2025 Musicology Senior Capstone Presentations

Please join us on for the 2025 Musicology Capstone Presentations on May 14th, 2025 from 10am-2pm in 1230 Schoenberg Music Building (Green Room). The program is as follows: Music, Mind, and Body 10–10:45 a.m. Brenda Iris Sifontes The Lasting Impact of Incongruent Music-Visual Media Pairings Juliana Alexandra Edelnant The Correlation Between Music and Mental Health:

Exploring the Opera – Schoenberg in Hollywood, An Online Discussion

Tod Machover’s opera Schoenberg in Hollywood is a unique and engaging portrayal of legendary composer, Arnold Schoenberg, and his evolution from Austrian avant-gardist to exiled cinematic composer in Los Angeles. Preceding the West Coast premiere of this exciting production, join composer, Tod Machover, in an online discussion of the development, history, and impact of the

UCLA Spring Jazz Concert 3

UCLA student combos and ensembles directed by world-class jazz artists will be performing well-known jazz standards, contemporary works, and pop songs, as well as compositions by the faculty directors and the students. Tonight’s concert will feature the following groups: Commercial Music Studio Ensemble directed by Duane Benjamin Gluck Combo directed by Duane Benjamin Jazz Combo

UCLA Spring Jazz Concert 2

UCLA student combos and ensembles directed by world-class jazz artists will be performing well-known jazz standards, contemporary works, and pop songs, as well as compositions by the faculty directors and the students. Tonight’s concert will feature the following groups: Jazz Combo directed by Charley Harrison Jazz Combo directed by Roberto Miranda Jazz Orchestra directed by

UCLA Spring Jazz Concert 1

UCLA student combos and ensembles directed by world-class jazz artists will be performing well-known jazz standards, contemporary works, and pop songs, as well as compositions by the faculty directors and the students. Tonight’s concert will feature the following groups: Jazz Combo directed by Salim Washington Jazz Combo directed by Regina Carter Mingus Ensemble directed by

UCLA Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band

The UCLA concert bands present their final concert of the 2024–25 academic year, opening with the UCLA Symphonic Band, an ensemble comprising students from across the university conducted by UCLA alumnus Dwayne Milburn. Los Angeles is home to more ethnic Koreans than any other city outside Korea, and this week our friends at the LA

Crafting Success: The Art of Professionalism in Music

Join us for a dynamic panel discussion featuring industry leaders Carol Perrin,  Liz Heller, Dina Andrews, and Lauren A. Spalding as they share their insights on professionalism in the music industry. Drawing from decades of experience across entertainment, management, and creative services, these trailblazers will offer real-world advice on navigating your career with confidence, integrity,

Sound Mind, Sound Career: Navigating Non-Traditional Jobs in the Music Industry

What does wellness look like as a professional in the Music Industry? Our expert panelists, including industry professionals and wellness advocates, will share practical tips and strategies for staying grounded, managing stress, and finding balance in a fast-paced, often unpredictable field. Whether you’re a musician, producer, or music business professional, this conversation will offer valuable insights

Acing your Interview: Workshop with UCLA Career Center

In this workshop, students will learn tips and strategies for what to do before, during, and after an interview to stand out and make a great impression. We highlight the importance of researching the company to prepare for an interview, how to effectively prepare for career fairs, and how to answer some of the most

International Seminar: Africa and America

“International Seminar: Africa and America: The Crossover of Two Cultures and their Influence on Music” April 21 – 25, 2025 Universidad Veracruzana, Xalapa, Mexico Featuring keynote speeches, clinics, and concerts, including: April 21-23; 9am to 5pm PDT Conference (see program for details and exact times for each day) April 24, 2025, 7:00pm PDT Concert of