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Lisa Pegher, percussionist in residency with the UCLA Composition area

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World-renowned percussionist Lisa Pegher takes part in a residency with students of the UCLA Composition area culminating in a concert of their works specially composed for and performed by Lisa. Also on the program will be the premiere of “Lacrimae Angeli,” written by the co-chair of the UCLA Composition area, Richard Danielpour. Professor Danielpour is the Susan G. Covel and Mitchel D. Covel, M.D., Chair in Music (2021–2024)

The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia

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The Naghash Ensemble combines the earthy spirituality of Armenian folk song, new classical music, and contemporary post-minimalism with the energy of rock and jazz. Three brilliant female vocalists and some of Armenia’s finest instrumentalists on duduk, oud, dhol, and piano play captivating new music based on sacred texts by the medieval Armenian mystic poet and priest, Mkrtich Naghash.

The Naghash Ensemble of Armenia

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Written by Armenian-American composer John Hodian, The Naghash Ensemble’s “Songs of Exile” is a meditation on man’s relationship to God from the perspective of a monk forced to live in exile for many years. “Part folk music, part classical, and profoundly moving. Unmistakably Armenian, but out of this world” – Armenisch-Deutsche Korrespondenz 

Music and Justice Concert, featuring Dave Brubeck’s “The Gates of Justice”

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This momentous concert on Feb. 26, 2023, at UCLA’s iconic Royce Hall, features works by six contemporary composers addressing social justice, including world premieres by Diane White-Clayton and multi-Grammy winner Arturo O’Farrill, followed by a rare performance of the landmark 1969 cantata “The Gates of Justice” by legendary jazz composer and musician Dave Brubeck.

Second Performance: Music and Justice Concert Featuring Dave Brubeck’s “The Gates of Justice”

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Continuing a new series entitled Music and Justice, this second concert performance takes place at Holman United Methodist Church in Los Angeles. It features a rare performance of the landmark 1969 cantata “The Gates of Justice” by legendary jazz composer and musician Dave Brubeck. World premieres and newer compositions will be featured in the first half of the concert.

Music and Justice Conference

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This public conference features prominent scholars and experts exploring the historical and cultural connections of Black and Jewish communities in the United States, intimate analyses of Brubeck’s The Gates of Justice, and the contemporary relevance of music to social justice.

Happy Holidays with the UCLA Tuba & Euphonium Studio

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Get in the holiday spirit with performances by your favorite tuba and euphonium players at UCLA! Featuring festive tunes, decorations, lighting, and perhaps an appearance by Santa! This event is made possible by the David and Irmgard Dobrow Fund. Classical music was a passion of the Dobrows, who established a generous endowment at The UCLA

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