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Jazz Night at Carson
Jazz Night at Carson features a blend of original compositions and standards performed by USC Thornton students.
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The USC Polish Music Center presents the AKA Duo
The USC Polish Music Center presents the ravishing AKA Duo performing works for violin and piano by Polish-Jewish composers, including Tansman's Sonata No.
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Electro-Acoustic Composition Showcase
Students in the USC Thornton Composition program present original work for digital media and live instrumentalists.
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Jazz Night at Carson featuring special guest Maria Schneider with Thornton Jazz Orchestra, Thornton Concert Jazz Orchestra
The USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra and USC Thornton Concert Jazz Orchestra are joined by Grammy-winning composer/arranger Maria Schneider.
