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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.

“Little Women” brings literary heroes, family, love and loss to the stage

11/11/2025 - 1 minute read

On Nov. 7, the Theatre and Film Department opened its newest production of “Little Women: The Broadway Musical.” Directed by Sarah Ripper, who previously directed “Eurydice” and the award-winning production of “Girls Like That” at Concordia, “Little Women” brings the literary story of the March sisters to the stage. Based on the novel by Louisa May Alcott, “Little Women” follows the stories of four sisters and the dreams and passions of aspiring writer Jo March.

Faculty Handbells Enrich Lives and Community at Concordia

11/11/2025 - 2 minute read

Amidst the busy season of grading assignments, assigning projects, and wrapping up the semester, Concordia faculty have come together to explore a new hobby: playing the handbells. Led by Erik Der, the Community Engagement Manager and the Director of Handbell Activities, the Concordia faculty handbell ensemble offers an enriching experience. When asked about the purpose of the Concordia faculty handbell ensemble, Erik Der responded as follows.

Is Taylor Swift's new album her next hit or biggest flop?

10/24/2025 - 3 minute read

As Taylor Swift’s new album continues to spark online discourse, many students are debating whether it will go up against other big artists. While some listeners are embracing this new direction, others are feeling extremely disappointed. From enthusiastic excitement to very harsh critiques, here's what students had to say.

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.

Review: The passing of the arts in the play “Collected Stories”

9/19/2025 - 2 minute read

“Collected Stories” by Donald Margulies is a play about the complex relationship and interactions between a writing professor, Ruth, played by LouLou Schiavo, and her student Lisa, played by Abigail Elizondo. Ruth is an experienced short story writer, while Lisa is a young up-and-coming writer. “Collected Stories” focuses on the meeting of Ruth and Lisa, with both sharing stories they have written and life stories they’ve lived. Themes of mentorship across generations are prevalent throughout the whole show as it compares the young aspirations of Lisa and the learned wisdom of Ruth.

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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