USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra to perform with New York Voices at 2019 JEN Conference
The USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra is set to close the 2019 Jazz Education Network (JEN) Conference on Saturday, January 12. The JEN Conference brings together jazz beginners and experts to celebrate the genre and to join together in keeping the love and education of jazz alive. Bob Mintzer, Thornton’s Bowen H. “Buzz” and Barbara M.… Continue reading USC Thornton Jazz Orchestra to perform with New York Voices at 2019 JEN Conference
Two recent USC Thornton grads featured in College Magazine
College Magazine included two recent USC Thornton alumni – Cooper Bell and Nick Kennerly – in their recent article, “Meet 10 Outstanding College Music Students.” A Popular Music major, Bell discussed his dedication to writing and performing music and how his USC instructors helped him grow as an artist. He also touched on the opportunity… Continue reading Two recent USC Thornton grads featured in College Magazine
Jose Kropp earns Regional Emmy
Screen Scoring Master’s student, Jose Kropp, earned a 2018 Suncoast Regional Emmy in the Public Service Announcement category for his composition of “Child Sexual Abuse Prevention – Lauren’s Kids,” a 30-second television message. The PSA aired widely on all the major television networks throughout Florida. He shares the award with five other individuals who helped… Continue reading Jose Kropp earns Regional Emmy
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A Day in the Life: Kate Crellin
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Screen Scoring tops ranking in The Hollywood Reporter for second year
USC Thornton’s Screen Scoring program has once again topped The Hollywood Reporter’s annual poll of the “Top 25 Music Schools for Composing for Film and TV.” Last year, the report placed Thornton at #1. This year, the school has swapped positions with last year’s #2, Julliard, noting, “Running virtually neck-and-neck with Juilliard is USC.” “It’s… Continue reading Screen Scoring tops ranking in The Hollywood Reporter for second year
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Drumming and jazz events honor the memory of Leon “Ndugu” Chancler
In September, world-renowned drummer and USC Thornton faculty member Leon “Ndugu” Chancler, who passed away last Spring, was honored at the 37th annual Watts Towers Day of the Drum Festival at the Watts Towers Arts Center. The day-long event featured a taiko drumming ensemble, percussion artists of all styles, members of the Locke High School… Continue reading Drumming and jazz events honor the memory of Leon “Ndugu” Chancler
Alum John Storie records with Jeff Goldblum jazz orchestra
Guitarist and USC Thornton alumnus John Storie (BM ’06, Studio Guitar) is featured on the forthcoming album, Jeff Goldblum and the Mildred Snitzer Orchestra, which will be released November 9th. The 14-track album by the well-known actor and part-time jazz pianist Goldblum, includes appearances by Haley Reinhart, Till Bronner, Imelda May, and comedian Sarah Silverman.… Continue reading Alum John Storie records with Jeff Goldblum jazz orchestra
Sara Gazarek featured on Jazz Session podcast
The Jazz Session podcast recently featured an interview with jazz vocalist and USC Thornton faculty member Sara Gazarek, previewing tracks from her forthcoming album. Gazarek discussed her role as a performer, writer, arranger and band leader, as well as how she finds “the courage to bare her soul through her music.” Gazarek will perform with… Continue reading Sara Gazarek featured on Jazz Session podcast