World Premiere of The Shore
The Pacific Chorale and Pacific Symphony present the world premiere of The Shore, the new work by Frank Ticheli and David St. John, at “The Moon, the Sea & the Stars” on June 1, 2013 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa. (Pictured: David St. John, conductor John Alexander, Frank Ticheli).
Gina Luciani Named Featured Artist By Miyazawa Flutes
Thornton alumna Gina Luciani was interviewed recently as a featured artist with Miyazawa Flutes. An active freelance musician, Luciani has performed with a diverse array or artists, from the Golden State Pops to famed hip hop icons the Wu Tang Clan. learn more
New Music From Andrew Norman
Music in Circles III, a new piece by Thornton alum Andrew Norman, was reviewed in the Los Angeles Times. The composer-in-residence for the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Norman’s composition was performed by LACO as part of the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s Brooklyn Festival. learn more
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USC Thornton Opera
USC Thornton Opera provides career development opportunities for singers, coach/pianists, conductors and directors. The opera workshop is a repertory experience involving preparation and performance of operatic works and excerpts for performance both on and off the USC campus.
Frank Ticheli Premieres “The Shore”
“The Shore, Symphony No. 3,” a chorus and orchestra piece, was premiered by composition faculty Frank Ticheli and poet David St. John on June 1, at the Segerstrom Center for the Arts. Together the pair teaches “Writer & Composer,” a course allowing collaboration between graduate-level poets and composers. “The Shore” was the centerpiece of Pacific… Continue reading Frank Ticheli Premieres “The Shore”
Yehuda Gilad
Lauded by The New York Times for his “strong imaginative programming,” Yehuda Gilad takes an innovative approach to music-making, which has earned him a reputation as one of today’s most dynamic and charismatic artists. A conductor, instrumentalist, and teacher, he strives for “total musicianship,” and as a result, he has won the acclaim of both… Continue reading Yehuda Gilad
Larry Livingston Appears on The Moment
Chair of USC Thornton’s instrumental conducting program Larry Livingston appeared on the season finale of The Moment, a USA Network reality series hosted by former NFL quarterback Kurt Warner in which people are given the opportunity to realize their dreams and rewrite their life stories. In the episode, Livingston worked with aspiring conductor Phil Theodorou… Continue reading Larry Livingston Appears on The Moment
Suzi Digby
Suzi Digby read music at King’s College in London, where she studied piano and singing. She lived in Mexico and the Philippines and then spent 12 years in Hong Kong, where she had a television series while also working in radio broadcasting, teaching and performing. In 1990, she was awarded a Winston Churchill Fellowship, which… Continue reading Suzi Digby
Kevin Fitz-Gerald Reviewed by the Daily News
Piano faculty Kevin Fitz-Gerald’s performance at the Peninsula Symphony concert was considered the “high point” in the Daily News‘ review of the concert. Read the article.