Join us for the Feminist Armenian Research Collective’s (FemARC) Third Workshop, New Directions in Music, Arts, and Performance Studies, which will be held at UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s Schoenberg Music Building on May 26–27, 2026. See the workshop webpage and details here! On May 26th, panels will run all day in the Green
This event has been cancelled. Abstract: This paper examines the multimodal communicative ecology of transnational Oaxacan philharmonic bands: the integrated system of hand gesture, multilingual speech, and instrumental signaling that enables ensembles of 20-35 musicians to coordinate performances without a conductor. Drawing on ethnographic research since 2014 with musicians and educators across California and Oaxaca,
“One of the top ensembles today.” -CNN In this exciting concert, the versatile Sejong Soloists bring their signature sound to Los Angeles. The concert opens with an arrangement for orchestra of the Adagio from Schumann’s String Quartet in A minor. This is followed by Lera Auerbach’s Dialogues on Stabat Mater, which Auerbach describes in her
The festival’s final day brings a forward-looking celebration of innovation, collaboration, and artistic voice across a diverse set of ensembles. The Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance at UCLA represents the next generation of jazz artists, showcasing musicians whose work is rooted in the tradition while actively shaping its future through bold, contemporary expression. The
Day two of the festival continues to spotlight artist-driven expression, featuring a vibrant cross-section of ensembles that emphasize individuality, collaboration, and creative range. The Clayton Cameron Combo, led by Clayton Cameron, brings a rhythm-forward approach that highlights nuanced groove, dynamic interplay, and the spontaneous energy of small-group performance. The Ginger Smock String Ensemble, led by
The concert centers artist-driven expression, bringing together a compelling lineup that reflects the depth and breadth of contemporary jazz. The Gluck Jazz Combo, directed by Duane Benjamin, foregrounds expressive improvisation and cohesive ensemble dialogue, creating space for each musician’s voice to emerge within a unified sound. They are joined by the Charles Mingus Ensemble under
The Selma Moidel Smith Recital series celebrates and honors former UCLA music student Selma Moidel Smith. This year’s recital features Filippo Lugnan, an exceptional piano graduate student in the School of Music who will perform works by Selma Moidel Smith, SiHyun Uhm, and others. Learn more about Selma Moidel Smith on her website. Selma
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this performance has been cancelled. Please join us Tuesday 5/12/26 for the Spring Graduate Composer’s concert.
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for an evening featuring the works of our graduate composition students.
Join the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music for an evening of music featuring the works of our esteemed composition faculty.
