UCLA's Herb Alpert Music School Unveils Its Schedule for Autumn 2019
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music is set to captivate audiences with an extensive lineup of events this fall. From classical performances and opera to jazz concerts and scholarly symposia, the upcoming season promises to be a celebration of musical artistry and academic exploration.
**Classical Performance and Composition**
The UCLA Philharmonia will take centre stage, presenting orchestral performances that blend world premieres, new compositions, and classical repertoire. These concerts, typically held in Royce Hall, offer a prestigious setting for classical music enthusiasts[3].
**Opera**
In collaboration with UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television, the school will present the world premiere of "Juana," an opera based on the novel "Sor Juana's Second Dream." This opera promises to delve into dramatic historical and personal themes, presented in a full theatrical production[5].
**Jazz**
UCLA’s jazz program continues to thrive, with performances and events that showcase the genre's diversity and innovation. While specific fall jazz events are not yet detailed, UCLA's strong jazz tradition supports a variety of performances and masterclasses throughout the season[3][4].
**Masterclasses and Lectures**
Renowned musicians and composers will lead masterclasses and lectures, offering educational opportunities for students and the public to engage deeply with musical artistry and scholarship[3]. Notable events include Chris Potter's masterclass on saxophone and David Taylor's masterclass on the trombone[1][2].
**Symposia**
The school is committed to academic events, suggesting that there will be scholarly discussions and presentations related to music theory, composition, performance practice, and ethnomusicology throughout the season[3].
**Special Events**
The world premiere of "Juana" by Opera UCLA is one of the season's highlights[4]. Other notable events include the performance of "Max and Willy's Last Laugh," celebrating the story of Max Ehrlich and Willy Rosen, and Amy Catlin-Jairazbhoy's multi-media presentation on Arnold Bake's 1938 recordings and films from Kerala, India[6][7].
**Jazz Icons**
A Jazzical Celebration for Professor Emeritus Gary Gray is scheduled for this quarter, while Wadada Leo Smith, Fay Victor, and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz Performance Ensemble are among the jazz luminaries set to perform or present workshops[1][4].
**Public Engagement**
The UCLA World Music Center will celebrate the Ethnomusicology Archive/Adam Matthew Digital Project of 2019, and Kyle Devine will discuss the hidden material histories of recorded music in "Decomposed: The Political Ecology of Music"[8].
Most events will take place in venues such as Royce Hall, Schoenberg Hall, and Freud Playhouse, fostering an intimate and inspiring environment for performances and academic activities.
For the most detailed and updated schedule of fall season events, checking the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s official website or their event calendar as the season approaches is recommended. This will provide specific concert dates, times, and ticketing information.
Attendance at the upcoming events at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music offers a unique blend of education-and-self-development and entertainment, with opportunities to engage with music through classical performance and composition, opera, jazz concerts, masterclasses, lectures, symposia, and special events. Moreover, these events provide audiences with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of music, including jazz icons such as Wadada Leo Smith and Fay Victor.
