SEPTEMBER 2024
Trojan Family Weekend
Special events hosted by the USC Thornton School of Music.
SEPTEMBER 26 – 28, 2024
About
Join the USC Thornton School of Music for Trojan Family Weekend on Thursday, September 26, to Saturday, September 28. 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
Dean’s Events
A Day in the Life: the Thornton Student Experience
September 27, 8:30 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
A breakfast reception for Thornton parents, students, and friends, including a presentation by members of the school’s leadership and honored guests. Reservation required.
In Conversation: Dean King, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis
September 27, 2:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m.
USC Thornton dean Jason King hosts the school’s Popular Music Forum featuring legendary songwriting and album production duo Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis. RSVP required.
Trojan Family Weekend
Featured Performances
Visions & Voices Presents: An Evening with Raven Chacon & Laura Ortman
September 26, 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Award-winning composers Laura Ortman (White Mountain Apache) and Raven Chacon (Navajo) create a live, experiential set of sound and movement. Free; RSVP required.
The School of Music Presents the USC Thornton Winds
September 27, 7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
Resident conductor of the USC Thornton Orchestra Program Sharon Lavery leads a free, public concert featuring the USC Thornton Winds playing Bernstein, Stravinsky, and more. Free; RSVP required
Vignettes —
Alan Louis Smith: a Life in Music
September 29, 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
A public, musical celebration of the late Alan Louis Smith: faculty member, USC Thornton Keyboard Studies Chair and Keyboard Collaborative Arts Director whose contributions remain deeply felt.
Music Industry Brunch Tailgate
The USC Thornton Music Industry Program hosts a tailgate brunch during Trojan Welcome Week. Open to Music Industry students, families, and alumni with a reservation.
TROJAN FAMILY WEEKEND
Open House Events
The School of Music opens its doors to visitors during Trojan Family Weekend. Registered participants can gain an insider’s perspective into musical discussions and rehearsals on Friday, September 27 in composition, performance, & the art of song.
Composition Department Forum
Ramo Hall | 11:00 a.m – 12:50 p.m.
Vocal Arts & Opera Department Forum
Newman Hall | 12:00 – 1:50 p.m.
USC Thornton Winds Rehearsal
Bovard Auditorium | 2:00 – 4:50 p.m.
Visiting Thornton
Event locations will be posted on the Trojan Family Weekend website under “Programming” and on the Trojan Family Weekend 2024 Mobile App. There will also be a USC map on the Trojan Family Weekend App that has session information.
Learn more about Trojan Family Weekend travel and transportation details.
