Donald Crockett to perform with Boston Modern Orchestra Project
Composition faculty and chair Donald Crockett will perform his work “Blue Earth” in an upcoming concert entitled “Boston ConNECtion,” presented in collaboration with the Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) and the New England Conservatory (NEC). NEC has also named Crockett a visiting composer-in-residence. The event takes place at NEC on March 28, 2014. Tickets and… Continue reading Donald Crockett to perform with Boston Modern Orchestra Project
Mari Edelman ’69 highlighted in Los Angeles Times
USC Thornton alumna and former student of Eleonore Schoenfeld, Mari Edelman (PhD ’69), was mentioned in a Los Angeles Times article on LA Mayor Eric Garcetti’s meeting with local arts leaders. Edelman is one of the new appointed members to the Cultural Affairs Commission, a volunteer board that advises the Cultural Affairs Department and reviews… Continue reading Mari Edelman ’69 highlighted in Los Angeles Times
Alumni ensemble Helios Guitar Quartet performs works by Bach
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Garry Schyman wins D.I.C.E. Award for Best Original Score
Scoring for Motion Pictures and Television faculty and USC Thornton alumnus Garry Schyman won the D.I.C.E. award for “Outstanding Achievement in Original Music Composition” from the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences. The award recognizes Schyman’s work on the video game “Bioshock Infinite.” This marks the second time Schyman’s compositions have been honored by the Academy.… Continue reading Garry Schyman wins D.I.C.E. Award for Best Original Score
Alumnus Christian Campos profiled by The Eastsider LA
Recent alumnus Christian Campos, who earned his DMA in Choral Music, was profiled by local news outlet The Eastsider LA. The publication said Campos’ work ethic and artistic sensibilities “are breathing new life into an ancient musical styling.”
“The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1: Fugue No. 24 in B Minor, BWV 869”
This track is from the album Bach: The Well-Tempered Clavier, Book 1 and is available for purchase on CD Baby.
Pillars of the Sky
Troy Armstrong has won numerous awards for his original compositions, including the New Music for Orchestra and New Music for Wind Ensemble Competitions at the University of Southern California. Troy is also a recipient of the USC Discovery Scholars prize and was awarded a departmental award from the USC Thornton composition department for his musical… Continue reading Pillars of the Sky
Poulenc Sextet Allegro Molto
Mannerisms Magnified
LA Phil COO Gail Samuel ’88 to receive USC Alumni Merit Award
USC Thornton alumna and current LA Philharmonic COO Gail Samuel ’88 will receive an Alumni Merit Award from the USC Alumni Association at an awards ceremony April 26, 2014. The annual Alumni Awards gala is the premier event sponsored by the USC Alumni Association. All proceeds from the event support the USC Alumni Association’s programs… Continue reading LA Phil COO Gail Samuel ’88 to receive USC Alumni Merit Award