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Our three exceptional divisions offer cross-genre experiences, exposing students to diverse styles and techniques that will prepare them for a well-rounded career at the highest level.
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Research and Scholarly Studies
Spotlights
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News
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Laura Karpman scores “The Love Hypothesis”
Thornton Celebrates 50 Years of Stevie Wonder’s “Songs in the Key of Life”
Stewart L. Gordon wins in keyboard music category from Music Publishers Association
Upcoming Events
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Pop Showcase: First Year
Students in their first year of the USC Thornton Popular Music program demonstrate their talents in performance, songwriting, arranging and production in this series of showcase concert events.
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Pop Showcase: Second Year
Students in their second year of the USC Thornton Popular Music program demonstrate their talents in performance, songwriting, arranging and production in this series of showcase concert events.
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Annual Paderewski Lecture-Recital: The Legacy of Zygmunt Stojowski
This year’s Paderewski Lecture-Recital honors the 80th death anniversary of Zygmunt Stojowski—composer, pianist and pedagogue.
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Jazz Night at Carson with CJO
The USC Thornton Concert Jazz Orchestra (CJO) features both original music and classic jazz literature.