The USD Gamelan Ensemble presented an invigorating concert featuring Balinese percussion music on May 11, 2023. We look forward to hearing more from this talented ensemble in the Fall! #gamelan #music #concert

The USD Concert Choir gave a stunning performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem on May 12, 2023. This concert was Paul Infantino’s final performance as director of the choir. Join us in congratulating Paul on his years of leadership and wishing him all the best as he departs USD!

On May 10, 2023 the USD Strings performed their Spring Salon in the French Parlor. Led by Dr. Angela Yeung, we look forward to hearing more from this ensemble soon! #music #strings #uofsandiego

The USD Jazz Ensemble enthralled the crowd at their concert on May 15, 2023. Led by Justin Grinnell, the talented ensemble performed jazz classics that were recorded or released in 1963. #jazz #ensemble #music #uofsandiego

It’s been an incredible year for the Department of Music at USD! We will cherish all of the musical memories we made together and we look forward to making more in the Fall 🎶 #music #students #memories

The Arts District was invigorated with the sounds of music, theatre, and dance on Saturday, October 28. Let’s give a huge round of applause to all of the ensembles, faculty, students, and staff that made this amazing event possible! #music #artsandculture #festival

On December 7, 2023 the USD Gamelan Ensemble performed an incredible concert in the studio theatre. Led by Dr. Meghan Hynson, the ensemble showed the audience the sights and sounds of Indonesia. #concert #gamelan #music

On Friday, December 8, 2023 the USD Gospel Choir performed an exhilarating performance directed by the dynamic Ken Anderson. The choir was joined by the MLK Community Choir along with guest performers Dale Fleming, Vera White, Nathan Nguyen, and Ephraim Church. #gospel #choir

The USD S3 Musical Theatre Ensemble stunned the audience with their first performance in Shiley Theatre on December 9. Led by Wilfred Paloma, we look forward to seeing what this group performs next! #concert #musicaltheatre #music #students

Ensemble X performed their very first concert on December 10, 2023. Led by Dr. Charissa Noble and Dr. Ryan Nestor, the ensemble performed groundbreaking pieces including John Cage’s Imaginary Landscapes. #music #students #concert

The USD Jazz and Jazz Vocal ensembles gave an unforgettable performance on December 11, 2023. Led by Justin Grinnell and Leonard Patton, we look forward to seeing more from both groups in the new year! Photo credit Dr. Christopher Adler and Joshua Smith #jazz #music #ensemble

Soprano Angélique Brown performed her memorable Senior recital to an enthusiastic audience on March 16, 2024. Congratulations, Angélique! #music #student #recital

On March 21, 2024, Founders Chapel echoed with the music of Bach during a special concert celebrating his birthday. The Angelus Pavorum Concert Series, directed by Marianne Pfau, was an evening to remember. Photos by Gary Payne Photography.

Shiley Theatre was filled with the voices of the USD Gospel Choir, MLK Community Choir San Diego, and the Colburn School Concert Choir during the Gospel Choir Festival on April 21. Congratulations to Ken Anderson, Adrian Dunn and all of the performers involved!

Ensemble X delighted the audience with an innovative concert on Sunday, May 5, 2024. Led by Charissa Noble and Ryan Nestor, we look forward to hearing more from this group next semester! #music #concert #students

The USD Jazz and Jazz Vocal ensembles gave a stunning combined concert on Monday, May 6. Directed by Justin Grinnell and Leonard Patton, we are always amazed with their incredible performances! #music #jazz #concert

On Tuesday, May 7 the Mariachi Ensemble performed a concert for an enthusiastic crowd. Directed by Serafin Paredes, we can’t wait to see more from this ensemble! #mariachi #music #concert

The Gamelan Ensemble delighted the audience in the Studio Theatre with sounds from Indonesia. Led by Dr. Meghan Hynson, their performance on May 9 was spectacular! #music #students #gamelan

On Friday, May 10, the audience was blown away by a stellar performance from the USD Wind Ensemble. Directed by Abigayle Gerdes, we are so proud of this ensemble’s accomplishments this semester! #music #windensemble #concert

As the Music Department prepares to transition to a new academic year, we also are saying farewell to our Department Chair, Dr. Emilie Amrein. Emilie is beginning an exciting new leadership position at the University of Texas, San Antonio.