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Members of Men's Chorus, Donne Di Canto, and Concordia Symphony Orchestra

Concordia’s Music Department Honors American Film and Stage Music

3/27/2026 - 2 minute read

On March 28 at 6:30 p.m., Concordia’s Symphony Orchestra, Donne di Canto and Men’s Chorus will be performing in the USA250: American Classics for Stage and Screen concert located at Faith Lutheran High School, Las Vegas. They will be joined by the Faith Lutheran High School Choir in a collaborative performance honoring the impact that music has throughout the 250 years of America. Tonight, they will perform at Orange Lutheran High School at 7:30 p.m., highlighting many of the same pieces in a closer setting to Concordia.

USA 250 2: Concordia’s Music Department provides enriching and educational concerts, such as their upcoming “American Anthems.”

USA 250: Orange County to celebrate America through music and education

3/27/2026 - 3 minute read

By taking a brief glance at the Music Department’s events for the spring 2026 semester, one will notice a lengthy series of concerts throughout the entire semester, attributed to our nation's history. This year, the Music Department has successfully launched a concert series entitled USA 250, which lifts up and informs the greater Orange County community of our nation's founding documents and its rich history.

Music Department events on the horizon

2/20/2026 - 1 minute read

Looking to enjoy some live music? The Concordia Music Department has you covered with concert offerings across choral music, orchestral works and performances by our acclaimed handbell ensembles.

Sounds of Emmanuel brought to Segerstrom Hall

12/5/2025 - 2 minute read

Every year, the Music Department diligently produces two nearly sold-out Christmas performances at the Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall. A Concordia Christmas is one of the most anticipated events of the entire year for the School of Arts and Sciences and one of the premier Christmas concerts in Southern California.

Donne Di Canto and Men's Chorus bring their joyful noises to churches all around California

Fall Choral Concert Preview

10/24/2025 - 2 minute read

On Oct. 25 at 7 p.m., Concordia’s Donne Di Canto and Men’s Chorus will have their annual Fall Choral Concert. This performance will take place at Immanuel Lutheran Church, located in Orange. This year, the choir is under new leadership with the arrival of Director Dr. Dan Wessler. As the performance gets closer, the choir is busy preparing to grace Immanuel Lutheran with their songs.

Singers attending the OC Mayor's Prayer Breakfast

Concordia Choir brings joyous sounds to Mayor's Breakfast and upcoming Hymn Festival

9/19/2025 - 2 minute read

As fall approaches and students acclimate to the semester, members of the Music Department make their first public performances of the school year. With a season that ranges from hymns, orchestra tours, commercial projects, to handbells, the Music Department is preparing for another vibrant year of concert offerings to all students, faculty and audiences beyond Concordia.

Concordia Orchestra and Choir head overseas

4/25/2025 - 3 minute read

Following graduation, the Concordia Symphony Orchestra and the Concordia Choir will embark upon an extensive tour to Japan and South Korea from May 7-17.

Concordia Orchestra and Choir head overseas

4/25/2025 - 3 minute read

Following graduation, the Concordia Symphony Orchestra and the Concordia Choir will embark upon an extensive tour to Japan and South Korea from May 7-17.

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