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SUMMARY:JAZZ@CSUN - CSUN Jazz A and B Bands featuring Wycliffe Gordon
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Jazz A and B Bands featuring Wycliffe Gordon\nTHURSDAY MAY 7 at 7:30 pm\, The Soraya\, $10 – $22 \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin CSUN Jazz A and B bands for a special evening at The Soraya featuring internationally acclaimed trombonist\, composer\, and educator Wycliffe Gordon on May 7\, 2026. Renowned for his masterful technique\, rich tone\, and dynamic stage presence\, Gordon is one of today’s leading voices in jazz\, having performed with legends such as the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra and Wynton Marsalis. A celebrated bandleader\, recording artist\, and passionate ambassador for jazz education\, he brings deep roots in the traditions of swing\, blues\, and New Orleans jazz to every performance. Don’t miss this electrifying collaboration showcasing world-class artistry and the vibrant talent of CSUN’s premier jazz ensemble. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n \nLearn More about WYCLIFFE GORDON \nSuggested Parking CSUN Lot G4 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/jazzcsun-jazz-a-b-wycliffe-gordon-may-2026/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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SUMMARY:CSUN Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Symphony Orchestra\nWednesday\, MAY 6th\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya\, Tickets $10-$22 \n\nSHOSTAKOVICH SYMPHONY NO. 7 “LENINGRAD”\n\nThe CSUN Symphony under the direction of conductor John Roscigno is honored to present to the greater Los Angeles area one of the most\nhistorically\, politically and socially meaningful artistic works in history\, Shostakovich’s “Leningrad Symphony”. Written during one of the most\nsignificant humanitarian and wartime crisis in history\, the work would eventually become a rallying cry for the people of Leningrad with the Leningrad\nperformance being a significant turning point for the starving people of a city under seige.\n  \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot G4 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-symphony-orchestra-may-2026/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music":MAILTO:music@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T163000
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SUMMARY:CSUN Youth Symphony - Gala Concert
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Youth Symphony\nSUNDAY MAY 3rd\, 3:00 PM\, The Soraya \nThe Camerata Strings\, Symphony\, and Philharmonic. \nThe CSUN Youth Orchestras program is a vibrant multi-orchestra program for young musicians from San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas. Currently there are over 250 students enrolled in the program. The six ensembles meet on a weekly basis on Saturdays or Sundays. The groups are conducted by some of the finest music educators in Southern California. Auditions take place in early September and also in the late spring. \nMay 3rd the program will feature: \nThe Philharmonic playing Brahms Academic Overture and a Tribute to Silent Films \n2026-05-03 CSUNYO Program \n  \nLearn more about the CSUN YOUTH SYMPHONY \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $20 (plus $2 fee) \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-youth-symphony-gala-concert-may-2026/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Community Engagement,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T163000
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SUMMARY:CSUN Wind Ensemble: A Celebration of Our Nation's 250th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Wind Ensemble: A Celebration of Our Nation’s 250th Anniversary\nSATURDAY\, MAY 2nd\, 2026\, 2:30 PM\, The Soraya \nDr. Lawrence Stoffel\, conductor \n  \nAn All-American Concert\n\nMusic by:\nAaron Copland\nEricka Svanoe\nWilliam Grant Still\nFrank Ticheli\nDavid Maslanka\n\nCelebrate the spirit and sound of a nation at An All-American Concert on May 2\, featuring the CSUN Wind Ensemble under the direction of Dr. Lawrence Stoffel. This special program honors America’s 250th Anniversary with powerful and inspiring works by Aaron Copland\, Ericka Svanoe\, William Grant Still\, Frank Ticheli\, and David Maslanka. Experience an evening of bold musical landscapes\, lyrical beauty\, and vibrant energy as CSUN’s premier wind ensemble brings these iconic American voices to life.\n\n2026-05-02 Wind Ensemble FINAL FULL PROGRAM 4 pg\nFollow CSUN BANDS on Instagram: @csunbands \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN LOT G4 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-wind-ensemble-may-2026/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T213000
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SUMMARY:CSUN Wind Ensemble - Band Music from Mexico
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Wind Ensemble\nThursday\, MARCH 12th\, 2026\, 7:30 PM\, Plaza del Sol \nDr. Lawrence Stoffel\, conductor \n\nThe CSUN Wind Ensemble brings the brilliance with a concert celebrating the vibrant sounds of Mexican band music. This program spotlights an exciting new generation of composers — Nubia Jaime-Donjuan\, Omar Arellano Osorio\, and Natalia Quintanilla Cabrera — whose works sparkle with energy and a deep love for the concert band tradition. The night builds to a thrilling finale with H. Owen Reed’s iconic symphonic showpiece\, La Fiesta Mexicana—a vibrant\, full-force celebration that brings the concert to a blazing close.\nPassionate. Powerful. Unmissable.\n\n\n“Amistad y Música”\nBand Music from Mexico\n\nplus music by\n\nNubia Jaime Donjuan\nGabriela Ortiz\nNatalia Quintanilla Cabrera\nOman Arellano Osorio\nand H. Owen Reed’s masterpiece\, La Fiesta Mexicana\n  \nFollow CSUN BANDS on Instagram: @csunbands \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN LOT G4 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-wind-ensemble-mar-2026/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Nuestra Gente,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:CSUN Wind Ensemble - with Guest Artist ~NOIS SAXOPHONE QUARTET
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Wind Ensemble\nSunday\, October 19th\, 2025\, 5:00 PM\, The Soraya \nDr. Lawrence Stoffel\, conductor \nExperience an evening of dynamic masterworks as the CSUN Wind Ensemble takes the stage at The Soraya. The program features Shostakovich’s monumental Symphony No. 5\, Viet Cuong’s inventive Second Nature\, Offenbach’s spirited Orpheus in the Underworld\, and Strauss’s lyrical Allerseelen. Joining as special guests is the acclaimed ~Nois Saxophone Quartet\, bringing their distinctive artistry to this unforgettable performance. \nPROGRAM \nSYMPHONY No. 5 by Dmitri Shostakovich\nSECOND NATURE by Viet Cuong\nORPHEUS IN THE UNDERWORLD by Jaques Offenbach\nALLERSEELEN by Richard Strauss\nFeaturing Guest Artists: ~NOIS SAXOPHONE QUARTET\nJoin ~Nois Saxophone Quartet for an evening of new compositions on Thursday OCT 16th\, 2025\, in Shigemi Matsumoto Recital Hall\, Free Admission \n  \n\nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN LOT B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-wind-ensemble-nois-oct-19-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251013T150000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20251006T183659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Alumni Toy Drive
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Toy Story’s 30th anniversary and the power of community\, we invite all departments and colleges to take part in the Toy Story Toy Drive\, hosted by Homegrown Alumni and The Soraya\, in partnership with Student Housing and Bridge To The Future. Your support will directly benefit CSUN students living in family housing. \nEach new\, unwrapped toy donated by your department and college earns you an entry into a raffle for four tickets to an upcoming holiday performance at The Soraya. The greater the number of toys donated\, the higher your chances! The lucky department/college can then raffle off the tickets to faculty or staff within their team. \nWe invite you to include a short\, optional note of encouragement or support from your department or college with your donation. These notes will be shared with the students to remind everyone that we are one big CSUN family. All toys for all ages are welcome! \n Drop-off Details:\nPlease bring your collected toy donations to The Soraya lobby during one of the times below. Look for the Alumni table\, a team member will be there to collect your donation and enter your department/college into the raffle. You do not need to purchase a ticket or attend the performance to participate in the toy drive.   \n\nFriday\, October 11 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 12 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nSunday\, October 13 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/homegrown-alumni-toy-drive/2025-10-13/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T150000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Alumni Toy Drive
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Toy Story’s 30th anniversary and the power of community\, we invite all departments and colleges to take part in the Toy Story Toy Drive\, hosted by Homegrown Alumni and The Soraya\, in partnership with Student Housing and Bridge To The Future. Your support will directly benefit CSUN students living in family housing. \nEach new\, unwrapped toy donated by your department and college earns you an entry into a raffle for four tickets to an upcoming holiday performance at The Soraya. The greater the number of toys donated\, the higher your chances! The lucky department/college can then raffle off the tickets to faculty or staff within their team. \nWe invite you to include a short\, optional note of encouragement or support from your department or college with your donation. These notes will be shared with the students to remind everyone that we are one big CSUN family. All toys for all ages are welcome! \n Drop-off Details:\nPlease bring your collected toy donations to The Soraya lobby during one of the times below. Look for the Alumni table\, a team member will be there to collect your donation and enter your department/college into the raffle. You do not need to purchase a ticket or attend the performance to participate in the toy drive.   \n\nFriday\, October 11 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 12 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nSunday\, October 13 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/homegrown-alumni-toy-drive/2025-10-12/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251011T130000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20251006T183659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Alumni Toy Drive
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Toy Story’s 30th anniversary and the power of community\, we invite all departments and colleges to take part in the Toy Story Toy Drive\, hosted by Homegrown Alumni and The Soraya\, in partnership with Student Housing and Bridge To The Future. Your support will directly benefit CSUN students living in family housing. \nEach new\, unwrapped toy donated by your department and college earns you an entry into a raffle for four tickets to an upcoming holiday performance at The Soraya. The greater the number of toys donated\, the higher your chances! The lucky department/college can then raffle off the tickets to faculty or staff within their team. \nWe invite you to include a short\, optional note of encouragement or support from your department or college with your donation. These notes will be shared with the students to remind everyone that we are one big CSUN family. All toys for all ages are welcome! \n Drop-off Details:\nPlease bring your collected toy donations to The Soraya lobby during one of the times below. Look for the Alumni table\, a team member will be there to collect your donation and enter your department/college into the raffle. You do not need to purchase a ticket or attend the performance to participate in the toy drive.   \n\nFriday\, October 11 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 12 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nSunday\, October 13 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/homegrown-alumni-toy-drive/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T113903
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251006T113903
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T191218Z
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SUMMARY:Homegrown Alumni Toy Drive
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Toy Story’s 30th anniversary and the power of community\, we invite all departments and colleges to take part in the Toy Story Toy Drive\, hosted by Homegrown Alumni and The Soraya\, in partnership with Student Housing and Bridge To The Future. Your support will directly benefit CSUN students living in family housing. \nEach new\, unwrapped toy donated by your department and college earns you an entry into a raffle for four tickets to an upcoming holiday performance at The Soraya. The greater the number of toys donated\, the higher your chances! The lucky department/college can then raffle off the tickets to faculty or staff within their team. \nWe invite you to include a short\, optional note of encouragement or support from your department or college with your donation. These notes will be shared with the students to remind everyone that we are one big CSUN family. All toys for all ages are welcome! \n Drop-off Details:\nPlease bring your collected toy donations to The Soraya lobby during one of the times below. Look for the Alumni table\, a team member will be there to collect your donation and enter your department/college into the raffle. You do not need to purchase a ticket or attend the performance to participate in the toy drive.   \n\nFriday\, October 11 | 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM\nSaturday\, October 12 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\nSunday\, October 13 | 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM\n\n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/homegrown-alumni-toy-drive/2025-10-06/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:CSUN Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Symphony Orchestra\nSunday\, September 28th\, 3:00 PM\, The Soraya \nDr. John Roscigno\, conductor \nCSUN Symphony Season OpenerJoin us on Sunday\, September 28 at 3 p.m. in the Soraya Great Hall as the CSUN Symphony launches its new season with a dazzling program of color and energy. The concert features: \n\nDanzón No. 2 — Arturo Márquez\nConcerto in F — George Gershwin\, with CSUN faculty pianist Jason Stoll\nAutumn Recollections — Kyle Simpson (U.S. Premiere\, composed by CSUN Music Director of Media Composition)\nCapriccio Espagnol — Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov\n\nThis exciting program is a celebration of orchestral brilliance\, from Gershwin’s jazz-infused rhythms to the vibrant Spanish flair of Rimsky-Korsakov. It also highlights the artistry of our faculty and the exceptional talent of CSUN’s student musicians. A performance for audiences of all ages\, this season opener promises to inspire and delight. \n \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-symphony-orchestra-sep-28-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250924T213000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20250603T223116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T004309Z
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SUMMARY:HBO's "For Love or Country" The Arturo Sandoval Story: Arturo Sandoval performing Live-to-Film with CSUN JAZZ A BAND + Strings
DESCRIPTION:HBO’s “For Love or Country: The Arturo Sandoval Story”\nLIVE-TO-FILM – with Special Guest Arturo Sandoval performing with the CSUN Jazz A Band and Strings\nGuest Conductor\, Angel Velez\nWED SEPTEMBER 24th\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya \nFREE COMMUNITY EVENT\, TICKET and RSVP REQUIRED \nFREE TICKETS\n  \nIn celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month\, be our guest for an unforgettable evening as the CSUN Jazz A Band and Strings\, under the direction of Angel Velez\, perform a live-to-film concert of HBO’s For Love or Country: The Story of Arturo Sandoval\, commemorating the film’s 25th anniversary. \nFor Love or Country chronicles the life of 10-time GRAMMY Award-winning Cuban jazz trumpeter Arturo Sandoval\, whose journey from political oppression to artistic freedom continues to inspire audiences worldwide. In a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity\, CSUN Jazz students will perform alongside Sandoval to share his musical journey through a transformative experience that will connect generations through the universal language of jazz and human desire for freedom. \nLearn more about 10-time Grammy winner\nARTURO SANDOVAL\nLearn more about Guest Conductor\nANGEL VELEZ\n“For Love or Country”- the Arturo Sandoval Story \, a Live-to-Film Event\, featuring Arturo Sandoval performing with the CSUN JAZZ A Band and Strings\, at The Soraya\, SEP 24 2025\nSuggested Parking CSUN Lot G4 – pay at kiosks
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/for-love-or-country-arturo-sandoval-csun-jazz-a-sep-24-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Community Engagement,Diversity and Inclusion,Heritage Month,Music,Nuestra Gente,Special Events and Masterclasses,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250507T210000
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SUMMARY:CSUN Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Symphony Orchestra\nWED MAY 7th\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya \nDr. John Roscigno\, Conductor \n  \nThe CSUN Symphony brings the season to a close with Gustav Mahler’s monumental “Symphony No. 1.” \n  \nPROGRAM \nGustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 1 \nMarimba Concerto No. 5 by Chin-Cheng Lin\, featuring Daniel Neufel on Marimba \n“Reflections on the Great Wall” by Liu Wenjin\, featuring Junhao Wu\, on Erhu \n\n\n\n\nThe CSUN Symphony\, under the direction of Dr. John Roscigno will perform Gustav Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 1 “Titan” in the Soraya on Wednesday\, May 7th at 7:30 p.m.\nThe program will also feature student soloists Junhao Wu on Erhu and Daniel Neufeld on Marimba\, who are performing works by Chinese composers. Additionally\, graduate student Isaac Schanno-Johnson will conduct one of his own compositions. This is the first time the CSUN Symphony has performed a Mahler symphony in many years and it promises to be a highly charged and exciting performance!\n\n\n\nSuggested Parking in Lot B1 for easy access to The Soraya. \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-symphony-orchestra-may-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250504T163000
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SUMMARY:CSUN Youth Symphony - Gala Concert
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Youth Symphony\nSUN MAY 4th\, 3:00 PM\, The Soraya \nThe Camerata Strings\, Symphony\, and Philharmonic. \nand featuring \nThe Philharmonic with Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet\, Fantasy Overture \nand \nAbove the Clouds\, by CSUNYO and CSUN Music alum\, Peter Weissman \nThe CSUN Youth Orchestras program is a vibrant multi-orchestra program for young musicians from San Fernando Valley and surrounding areas. Currently there are over 250 students enrolled in the program. The six ensembles meet on a weekly basis on Saturdays or Sundays. The groups are conducted by some of the finest music educators in Southern California. Auditions take place in early September and also in the late spring. \nCSUNYO Program Gala 54 May 2025 \n  \nLearn more about the CSUN YOUTH SYMPHONY \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $20 (plus $2 fee) \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-youth-symphony-galaconcert-may-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Community Engagement,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250311T213000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:CSUN Wind Ensemble
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Wind Ensemble\nTuesday\, March 11\, 2025\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya \nDr. Lawrence Stoffel\, conductor\nElayne Roesner\, graduate conductor \n  \nfrom Monsters to Murderers\,\nTangos to Tumblers\,\nand from Piccadilly Circus to a Three-Ring Circus \nPlus… Persichetti’s monumental SYMPHONY FOR BAND… \nThis will be one exhilarating band concert! \n  \nPersichetti\, Symphony for Band\nJacob\, An Original Suite\nTchaikovsky\, Dance of the Jesters\nSvanoe\, Mary Shelley Meets Frankenstein\nHerrmann\, Death Hunt\nCoates\, Knightsbridge March\nand more! \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in CSUN LOT B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-wind-ensemble-march-2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T213000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20240726T185919Z
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SUMMARY:CSUN Jazz A and B Featuring Ernie Watts
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Jazz A and B Featuring Ernie Watts\nTHU MARCH 6\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya \nCSUN Jazz A and B bands are thrilled to feature legendary\, two-time Grammy award winning saxophonist\, Ernie Watts in the Soraya on March 6th. \nEach band will play selections that feature Watts’ technical prowess\, musical virtuosity\, and intuitive nature. \n  \n \n  \nProgram \nJazz B Band \n\nST. MARKS SQUARE (John LaBarbera)\nSOFTLY\, AS IN A MORNING SUNRISE (Sigmund Romburg/Oscar Hammerstein II\, arr. Alan Baylock)\nFOOTPRINTS (Wayne Shorter\, arr. Mike Crotty)\nSPEAK LOW (Kurt Weill\, arr. Bill Holman)\nSOME KIND A BLUE (Ernie Watts/David Witham\, arr. Mike Tomaro)\n\n— INTERMISSION — \nJazz A Band \n\nPOOLS (Don Grolnick\, arr. John Fedchock)\nBEAUTIFUL LOVE (Victor Young\, arr. Paul McKee)\nWABASH (Cannonball Adderley\, arr. Mike Barone)\nLOVER MAN (Jimmy Davis\, Ram Ramirez & James Sherman\, arr. Bill Holman)\nAMERICAN GOTHIC (Bob Berg\, arr. Mike Crotty)\n\nSuggested Parking CSUN Lot G4 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/jazzcsun-jazz-a-and-b-bands-march2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,The Soraya,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250305T220000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20240730T003851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T003427Z
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SUMMARY:CSUN Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Symphony Orchestra\nWednesday\, March 5th\, 7:30 PM\, The Soraya \n  \nFor the third time in a decade the CSUN Symphony brings to California a major symphony of Philip Glass. This time\, the orchestra will go back to his important “Heroes” Symphony (Symphony No. 4) based on the music of David Bowie to wow the audience with the fantastic colors and driving rhythms of the composer. The concert will also feature some of our own student concerto competition winners! \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-symphony-orchestra-march2025/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music":MAILTO:music@csun.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241211T170000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:Black Alumni Association - Complimentary Performance of Dorrance Dance: The Nutcracker Suite
DESCRIPTION:The Black Alumni Association (BAA) invites you to a complimentary performance of Dorrance Dance: The Nutcracker Suite! \nDate: Wednesday\, December 11 \nTime: \n5:00 p.m. reception celebrating Debra L. Hammond \n6:30 p.m. performance \nLocation: The Soraya \nCost: Free \nMichelle Dorrance created “America’s Nutcracker” set to Duke Ellington’s jazz score. We invite you to enjoy this free performance and campus-wide celebration in partnership with CSUN’s Black Alumni Association and CSUN’s University Student Union. CSUN students\, faculty\, staff and alumni are invited to this special occasion. All ages are welcome! \nComplimentary appetizers and beverages will be provided. \nConcessions will also be available during the performance. \nTo reserve your Tickets please click on this link and use promo code CSUN Alumni
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/nutcrackersuite/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Chapters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241008T213000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
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SUMMARY:CSUN Wind Ensemble - FALL FESTIVAL BAND CONCERT
DESCRIPTION:CSUN Wind Ensemble\nFALL FESTIVAL BAND CONCERT\nOctober 8 at 7:30 pm\, The Soraya – The Great Hall\, $10 – $22 \nCSUN Wind Ensemble\nLawrence Stoffel\, conductor\nElayne Roesner\, graduate conductor \nwith guests\nLos Angeles Valley College Wind Ensemble\nLori Musicant\, conductor \nPierce College Symphonic Band\nWendy Mazon and Ryan Espinosa\, conductors \n**School music educators\, for complimentary group tickets send E-mail in advance to: stoffel@csun.edu\nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-wind-ensemble2/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Community Engagement,Music,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T193000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20240911T195343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T200540Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Gala in tribute to Professor Everto "Veto" Ruiz
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we pay tribute to Professor Everto “Veto” Ruiz for his dedication to CSUN and community partners. We will recognize his contribution to Chicano/a Studies\, La Raza Alumni Association and the Latin(x) community. \nDate: October 6\, 2024\nTime: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. \nLocation: Plaza Del Sol Performance Hall \nCost: $75 \nPurchase tickets HERE  (enter promo code VETO1) or call the Soraya ticket office at (818) 677-3000
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/musical-gala-in-tribute-to-professor-everto-vito-ruiz/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Alumni,Alumni Chapters
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20240725T202401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T230620Z
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SUMMARY:CSUN Symphony Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:OCT 6th – 3:00 PM – The Soraya\n+ LIVESTREAM\nCSUN Symphony Orchestra\nGustav Holst: The Planets\, in collaboration with CSUN Visual Arts\nThe CSUN Symphony bring to the Soraya a live performance of Gustav Holst’s epic masterpiece “The Planets” accompanied by live arts work provided by our own CSUN art majors. In addition\, we will feature graduate cello student Benz Marston on the first movement of Elgar’s beautiful cello concerto. \nSuggested Parking via Kiosks in Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \n 
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/csun-symphony-orchestra-oct-2024/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20241004T213000
DTSTAMP:20260706T161851
CREATED:20240725T195313Z
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SUMMARY:JAZZ@CSUN - John Beasley conducts CSUN Jazz A and B Bands
DESCRIPTION:John Beasley conducts CSUN Jazz A and B Bands\nOctober 4 at 7:30 pm The Soraya – The Great Hall\,$10 – $22 \n  \n“John Beasley\, the one-time keyboardist for Freddie Hubbard and Miles Davis\, whose playing reflects a variety of generational influences\, incorporating the emphatic chordal clusters of Herbie Hancock\, the rhythmic quirkiness of Monk and the lush intelligence of Art Tatum into a highly refined personal voice.”   \n–Los Angeles Times \n“Beasley hits us dead center\, features rapid-fire surprises\, spiky asides and a quirky sense of truthful swing. Beasley’s band will leave you rapt. He brings Monk to life once again for modern-minded listeners.”  \n–Downbeat5 stars \n‘’John Beasley’s bold refashionings of Thelonious Monk once again hit the jackpot. Beasley’s not just breathing new life into Monk’s repertoire – he’s firing up the big band scene.” \n –BBC Music Magazine \n“Beasley is a very clever arranger who works his charts hard\, and this album is continuously surprising. An ingenious interpreter of Monk [Beasley] conducts like Thad Jones.”  \n–JazzTimes \n“MONK’estra brought the project thrillingly to life with their razor-sharp ensemble work and rhythmic authenticity… hip-hop merges with swing and sensuous Ellingtonia sits on a sparse contemporary pulse.”  \n–Financial Times\, 4 stars \nBeasley’s Monk’estra set was a dazzling display of fresh interpretations. The enlightening set closed with vigorous applause from the house.”   \n–All About Jazz \nJOHN BEASLEY\nPIANIST / COMPOSER / ARRANGER / MUSIC DIRECTOR / PRODUCER / CONDUCTOR / EDUCATOR\n2x GRAMMY® winner and 12x nominee | Emmy nominee | 2x Latin Grammy nominee | Steinway artist\n\nJohn Beasley is a versatile pianist who backed Miles Davis and Freddie Hubbard in his 20s. Since then\, he has performed with Dianne Reeves\, Christian McBride\, Chaka Khan\, Kenny Garrett. His 20+ recordings have earned him 2 GRAMMY® Awards\, 12 nominations\, and 2 Latin Grammy nominations.\nBeasley is Music Director for the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz directing “International Jazz Day” global concerts. He was music director for Steely Dan\, Queen Latifah\, AR Rahman and Chucho. Beasley also directed TV singing competitions\, including Duets (Kelly Clarkson/John Legend) and was Assoc MD for American Idol\, where he contributed to Carrie Underwood’s win. \nIn 2017\, Beasley formed a big band\, MONK’estra\, which released three albums. He became an in-demand arranger/conductor for European jazz orchestras\, including Germany’s HR and SWR BB\, Sweden’s Blue House and Bohuslän BB\, along with bands from Belgium to Russia. \nBeasley began writing for TV series in his 20s\, including Star Trek: The Next Generation\, Cheers\, and Fame. He can be heard in films with composer Thomas Newman\, including James Bond’s Spectre & Skyfall\, Finding Dory\, He orchestrated and conducted MONK’estra in Steven Soderbergh’s Let them all Talk with Meryl Streep. \nBeasley is currently composing a commission for the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra\, and will release a new album Returning to Forever\, a reimagination of Chick Corea/Return to Forever music on August 23. This adds to earlier releases: El Trio: Live in Italy\, an Afro-Cuban jazz-rock fusion album and Butterfly Effect that earned 4.5 stars in Downbeat \nAs an educator\, Beasley conducts master classes. He has written commissions for youth orchestras\, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic’s YOLA and Carnegie Hall’s NYO.In July 2024\, Beasley was appointed President of the Board of Directors of the International Society of Jazz Arrangers and Composers. \nSuggested Parking for The Soraya is via Kiosks in Lot B1 \nTICKETS: $10 to $22 \nCan’t attend in Person? View LIVESTREAM
URL:https://news.csun.edu/event/jazz-a-band-oct-4-2024-john-beasley/
LOCATION:The Soraya – The Great Hall\, 18111 Nordhoff St.\, Los Angeles\, 91325\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture,Music,Ticketed Events
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