OCTOBER 2023
Trojan Family Weekend
Special events hosted by the USC Thornton School of Music.
October 5-8, 2023
Join the USC Thornton School of Music for Trojan Family Weekend on Thursday, Oct. 5 to Sunday, Oct. 8. This annual celebration is an opportunity for families to visit campus and experience our scholastic community.
The weekend features events across the university, including those hosted by USC Thornton. Admission is free. Be sure to register here for access to the weekend’s events.
Trojan Family Weekend
Reservation Required
A Day in the Life: the Thornton Student Experience
October 6, 8:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
A breakfast for Thornton parents, students, and friends, including a presentation by members of the school’s leadership and honored guests.
Music Beyond Boundaries: Dean’s Event Series
October 6, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Exclusive conversation with USC Thornton Dean Jason King and Ludwig Göransson (GCRT ’08),
award-winning composer, producer, and songwriter.
The Forum Presents: David Paich and Patrice Rushen
October 6, 2:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
A rare opportunity to sit in on guest speaker series featuring TOTO founder David Paich in
conversation with Popular Music Chair Patrice Rushen. Seating is limited.
Trojan Family Weekend
Departmental Events
Student Recital presented by Vocal Arts & Opera
October 6, 12:00 p.m. – 1:50 p.m. | Newman Recital Hall
Undergraduate and graduate students from the Vocal Arts and Opera department present a free recital of vocal works comprising art songs and operatic arias of composers from the 17th through the 21st centuries. No RSVP required; reception to follow.
Student-Parent-Alumni BBQ hosted by Music Industry
October 6, 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Carson Plaza
The students of MUIN 496 Music Media Solutions host a private BBQ for fellow students, parents, and alumni of USC Thornton’s Music Industry program.
OCTOBER 5-8, 2023
Thornton School of Music Events
Experience the artistry of USC Thornton via free performances and events, open to the public.
TROJAN FAMILY WEEKEND
Visiting Thornton
Event locations will be posted on the Trojan Family Weekend website under “Programming” and on the Trojan Family Weekend 2023 Mobile App. There will also be a USC map on the Trojan Family Weekend App that has session information.
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Learn more about Trojan Family Weekend travel and transportation details.