CONCERTS
Program subject to change. For details, call (310) 434‐4323 or (310) 434‐3000. Unless otherwise noted, concerts are held in The Eli and Edythe Broad Stage at the SMC Performing Arts Center or in The Edye Second Space, both located on
Santa Monica Blvd., between 10th & 11th Sts., in Santa Monica.
Advance tickets for concerts with an admission charge may be purchased by phone at (310) 434‐3000 or in person at the SMC Theatre Arts Box Office (Theatre Arts Complex, SMC Main Campus). A modest service charge applies.
**Seating is strictly on a first-arrival basis.**
A Night of Chamber Music by The Divan Consort
Los Angeles‐based ensemble of classically trained musicians
from around the world performs recent works that reflect
landmark compositions of the 20th Century.
Fri, September 18 • 7:30pm • Free
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Music Faculty Concert:
An Afternoon of Musical Treasures
Sun, October 4 • 4pm • Free (reservations required; call 434-3000)
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Symphony Orchestra 
October Concert features Nora Chiang as soloist in
Beethoven’s Piano Concerto #1 in a program that includes
Symphony #2 by Alan Hovhaness and the famous Water
Music Suites by Handel. 
Sun, October 11 • 4pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center December Concert includes Stravinsky’s Symphony in C, Wagner’s “Siegfried Idyll,” The Gypsy Baron Overture by Johann Strauss, and Ostinati and Cadenzas for Chamber Orchestra by SMC Emeritus professor and composer Rule Beasley, who will be present.
Sat, December 12 • 7:30pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Wind Ensemble
Kevin McKeown, Conductor.
Savor a concert that vibrantly brings to life the sounds of wind
ensemble repertoire, from traditional to contemporary.
Sun, November 1 • 4pm • $10 • The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
Sun, December 6 • 4pm • $10 • The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
Emeritus Concert Band
John Lanni, Conductor.
Join us for an upbeat performance of musical favorites.
New band members always welcome!
Call (310) 434‐4306 for details.
Sun, November 8 • 3pm • Free
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
Lecture & Piano Recital: Yulia Kozlova
SMC music instructor Yulia Kozlova combines and explores
visual and aural palettes with this lecture and piano recital,
showing how artistic styles cross paths and make statements
about the time they were created!
Tue, November 10 • 11:15am • Free
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
Benefit Concert: SMC Applied Music Program
Nora Chiang, Director.
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to provide your support as
you enjoy an evening of performances by some of the outstanding
instrumentalists, vocalists, and composers in the Applied Music Program,
one of the distinctive programs of SMC’s Music Department.
Sat, November 14 • 7:30pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Jazz Band
Keith Fiddmont, Conductor.
Ensemble will perform jazz band arrangements from the masters,
as well as contemporary works from aspiring musicians. Renowned
guest artists such as Snooky Young, Kim Richmond, Bob Sheppard, and
Oscar Brashear frequently perform with the ensemble.
Sun, November 15 • 4pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Musical Theatre Workshop
Terrin Adair‐Lynch and Gary Gray, Co‐Directors.
SMC Music and Theatre Arts students present a program of solos, duets,
and ensemble selections from the musical theatre genre. readings, music,
and presentations of scholarships. Immediately following the program, a
community involvement fair.
Thu, November 19 (short program) • 11:15am • Free
Studio Stage • Theatre Arts Complex
Fri, November 20 • 8pm • $10
Studio Stage • Theatre Arts Complex
Sat, November 21 • 8pm • $10
Studio Stage • Theatre Arts Complex
Sun, November 22 • 2pm • $10
Studio Stage • Theatre Arts Complex
SMC Chamber Choir
Nike St. Clair, Director.
Ensemble performs a cavalcade of repertoire, including music of
Thanksgiving and traditional holiday tunes.
Fri, November 20 • 7:30pm • $10
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Jazz Vocal Ensemble
Cindy Bourquin, Director.
The SMC Jazz Vocal Ensemble—winner of “Downbeat” magazine’s Outstanding
College Performance award in the Jazz Vocal group category and a special
invitee to the International Association of Jazz Education’s Annual Conference
in Toronto, Canada—will perform solo and ensemble selections from jazz repertoire.
Fri, December 4 • 7:30pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Concert Chorale
The annual “Christmas Celebration” concert brings together the SMC Concert
Chorale, the Chancel Choir of the Santa Monica First United Methodist Church,
and the Los Angeles Concert Orchestra in a joyful evening performance
that includes the beautiful Gloria by John Rutter and the ever‐popular “Carols, etc.,”
featuring Peter Graves as guest narrator. Call (310) 393‐8258 for tickets.
Sat, December 5 • 7:30pm • $20/$15
First United Methodist Church • 11th St. & Washington Ave., Santa Monica
Sun, December 6 • 7:30pm • $20/$15
First United Methodist Church • 11th St. & Washington Ave., Santa Monica
SMC Percussion Ensemble Recital
Matthew Altmire, Conductor.
Ensemble presents a creative, unique performance of percussion music,
covering a variety of styles.
Thu, December 10 • 11:15am • Free
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
SMC Opera Workshop Highlights Gail Gordon, Director.
SMC Opera Workshop presents an evening of solo, duet,
and ensemble highlights from some of the best‐loved operas.
Sat, December 19 • 7:30pm • $10
The Broad Stage • SMC Performing Arts Center
Fall Jazz Concerts
This popular concert series brings the best of America’s jazz
music to SMC and sells out quickly. Advance tickets may
SMC Theatre Arts Box Office (Theatre Arts Complex, SMC's
Main Campus), or by calling (310) 434‐3000. A modest
service charge applies. Program subject to change. call
(310) 434‐4323 or (310) 434‐3000 for details.
**Seating is strictly on a first-arrival basis.**
Gaea Schell Quartet
Steadfast swing and elegance of expression—trademarks of
jazz pianist Gaea Schell’s music—guarantee her ability to
engage her listeners at a concert that features the exciting
bold sounds of Chuck Manning on saxophone.
Fri, October 2 • 7 & 9pm • $10
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
Eric Person & Meta-Four West,
Featuring Dwight Trible New York‐based Eric Person is setting a new standard in
sound—on his saxophone and with his dynamic band Meta-Four—
and expanding on it with singer Dwight Trible, who combines the
best of vocal virtuosity with musicianship and improvisational skills.
Fri, October 23 • 7 & 9pm • $10
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
Music Master Classes
Angel Romero: Guitar Master Class
Master class in guitar presented by the renowned Spanish
maestro hailed for his superior artistry. Sponsored by
The Broad Stage Arts Insights Educational Outreach.
The class is free, but advance reservations are required.
Call (310) 434‐3200 for reservations and information.
Thu, October 22 • 4pm • Free (reservations required; call 434-3200)
The Edye Second Space • SMC Performing Arts Center
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