Partnership works at preventing surprisingly common musicians’ injuries
With help from USC music and occupational therapy faculty, talented Trojans learn how to avoid repetitive-movement injuries.
USC Thornton artists nominated in eight Grammy Award categories
Nominations go to renowned alums like Michael Tilson Thomas and faculty members such as Jazz Studies teacher Vince Mendoza.
5 New Master’s Programs Keep Students in Sync with the Music Industry
From the business of live music to screen scoring, USC Thornton finds niches for music students.
In memoriam: Daniel Lewis, 92, longtime leader of the USC Thornton Symphony
The emeritus professor was the first member of the USC Thornton faculty to be named a University Professor.
USC Thornton announces five new master’s degree programs
The school is adding the programs to stay ahead of major changes in the music industry, dean says.
USC Thornton grads win the game of musical chairs with worldwide orchestras
Beating the odds, Trojans grab full-time posts with celebrated symphonies.
USC Thornton unveils the Songwriter’s Theater — a new venue dedicated to ‘words, music and creation’
The room is the physical embodiment of the idea that all elements of the contemporary music business start with the critical action of writing a song.
USC Thornton students use laptops as instruments for compositions
Performing laptop music for an annual Electro-Acoustic Showcase requires awareness of how to create sound.
USC Thornton strings students pluck top awards at national competition
A violinist and cellist win first and third place at the Sphinx Competition for classical strings players.
USC Thornton musicians find a home away from home
Composer and his wife remodel their house to create an intimate performance venue for chamber musicians, including many Trojans.
Grammy nominees include a slew of USC Thornton faculty, alums
Nominations range from jazz and classical categories to popular music, film scores and more.
USC Thornton plays a global tune, with new opportunities for its musicians to study abroad
International effort includes partnerships, exchanges and associate membership in the Association of European Conservatories.
USC Thornton program turning artists into leaders
The students pick the projects and the faculty offers guidance. So how’s that working?
USC Thornton at forefront of music education, says arts trailblazer
Former president of the New England Conservatory of Music lauds the accomplishments and innovative ideas at USC’s music school.