Events

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, USC Thornton presents Jazz Night featuring students from the Jazz Studies and Studio Guitar programs in a night of standards and original works. The evening concert includes performances from the USC Thornton Jazz Honors Combo at 7:00 pm, and ALAJE, the Afro-Latin American Jazz Ensemble, at 8:00 pm. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, resident conductor Sharon Lavery leads the USC Thornton Winds in an evening performance featuring soloist and faculty member James Walker, flute. Selections include Peter Boyer's Silver Fanfare, Allan Gilliland’s Pipe Dreams, Danzón No. 2 by Arturo Márquez, and two works from Richard Strauss: Seranade, Op. 7 and Feierlicher Einzug for Brass Ensemble. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, Jeffrey Kahane, Thornton professor of Keyboard Studies and an acclaimed conductor and pianist, leads the USC Thornton Chamber Orchestra from the piano in an evening of music in Bovard Auditorium, featuring Maurice Ravel's Piano Concerto in G and Symphony No. 103 by Joseph Haydn. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the USC Thornton Opera, in collaboration with the USC Thornton Symphony, presents two one-act operas, Christoph Willibald Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice and Benjamin Britten’s Curlew River, A Parable for Church Performance. Composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck and set to a libretto by Ranieri di Calzabigi, Orfeo ed Euridice is based on the myth of Orfeo’s love for Euridice, and his attempts to win her back from the underworld. Curlew River, with music by Benjamin Britten and set to a libretto by William Plomer, is the first of Britten's three Parables for Church Performance. It is based on the Japanese Noh play Sumida-gawa. Please check back for updates on audience requirements and RSVP links for the Fall 2021 Vocal Arts & Opera performance and watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the USC Thornton Opera, in collaboration with the USC Thornton Symphony, presents two one-act operas, Christoph Willibald Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice and Benjamin Britten’s Curlew River, A Parable for Church Performance. Composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck and set to a libretto by Ranieri di Calzabigi, Orfeo ed Euridice is based on the myth of Orfeo’s love for Euridice, and his attempts to win her back from the underworld. Curlew River, with music by Benjamin Britten and set to a libretto by William Plomer, is the first of Britten's three Parables for Church Performance. It is based on the Japanese Noh play Sumida-gawa. Please check back for updates on audience requirements and RSVP links for the Fall 2021 Vocal Arts & Opera performance and watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the USC Thornton Opera, in collaboration with the USC Thornton Symphony, presents two one-act operas, Christoph Willibald Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice and Benjamin Britten’s Curlew River, A Parable for Church Performance. Composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck and set to a libretto by Ranieri di Calzabigi, Orfeo ed Euridice is based on the myth of Orfeo’s love for Euridice, and his attempts to win her back from the underworld. Curlew River, with music by Benjamin Britten and set to a libretto by William Plomer, is the first of Britten's three Parables for Church Performance. It is based on the Japanese Noh play Sumida-gawa. Please check back for updates on audience requirements and RSVP links for the Fall 2021 Vocal Arts & Opera performance and watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the USC Thornton Opera, in collaboration with the USC Thornton Symphony, presents two one-act operas, Christoph Willibald Gluck’s Orfeo ed Euridice and Benjamin Britten’s Curlew River, A Parable for Church Performance. Composed by Christoph Willibald Gluck and set to a libretto by Ranieri di Calzabigi, Orfeo ed Euridice is based on the myth of Orfeo’s love for Euridice, and his attempts to win her back from the underworld. Curlew River, with music by Benjamin Britten and set to a libretto by William Plomer, is the first of Britten's three Parables for Church Performance. It is based on the Japanese Noh play Sumida-gawa. Please check back for updates on audience requirements and RSVP links for the Fall 2021 Vocal Arts & Opera performance and watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, students from the Winds & Percussion department present an afternoon of chamber music, the first of three performances of the Chamber Music Festival. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the Strings department presents an evening of solo and ensemble performances, the second of three events of the Chamber Music Festival. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, Classical Guitar students present an evening of selected works to conclude the celebration of chamber music at USC Thornton. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.

As part of the Fall 2021 Signature Series, the Baroque Sinfonia, the early music ensemble of USC Thornton led by Adam Gilbert, present an evening of early music. USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). Livestream for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series of events will be viewable as a livestream on Thornton/LIVE, the school’s virtual stage. You can watch the livestream on the homepage, under the section “On Stage.” Audiences for Signature Series Events USC Thornton’s Signature Series will be open to limited audiences. RSVPs and COVID-19 Safety Protocols will be required (see more below). At this time, audience requirements are still under review based on fluctuating health and safety guidelines. Please check back for updates, or watch for an announcement from USC Thornton. Current COVID-19 Safety Requirements for Audiences Event Registration & Notification Commitment All attendees must register for each event through Thornton’s Eventbrite link assigned to the event. Links for each event will be posted to Thornton/LIVE.All attendees must register for a ticket with their contact information. Name, phone number, and email addresses will be requested and required of all attendees to gain entry to the event. Additionally, by registering all those who test positive for COVID-19 within 48 hours of attending an event are committing to immediately reporting their exposure to the university by calling 213-740-6291 or emailing covid19@usc.edu to activate the university’s contact tracing protocols.Proof of Vaccination or Testing All attendees are required to either be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or to have had a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours of the start of the event. Attendees over the age of 12 are required to show their photo ID and proof of vaccination (vaccine card or a digital photo of card or medical records) or a negative COVID-19 test within 24 hours prior to the event. Symptom Checking & Campus AccessAll guests must complete the Trojan Check health screening on the day of their visit to campus. Trojan Check verification must be presented at the entries to the campus and parking garages as well as at the event check-in. Mask RequirementThis event will require masks for all attendees, vaccinated or unvaccinated. Masks should be worn at all times when individuals are not actively consuming food or beverage. Anyone refusing to comply with mask requirements is subject to removal from the event.