Winifred Smith Hall

UCI Small Jazz Groups - Winter 2023

UCI Small Jazz Groups – Winter 2023

Organized by Kei Akagi

 

February 22, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall

The UCI undergraduate jazz program presents its quarterly concert to showcase the small-group student ensembles. There will be several groups under the direction of the jazz faculty. Join us for an evening of exciting music and improvisation.

 

Free admission

Rafiq Bhatia, with Rajna Swaminathan

Gassmann Electronic Music Series

Rafiq Bhatia, with Rajna Swaminathan

February 24, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.
Pre-Concert Talk at 7:15 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall

Guitarist-composer-producer Rafiq Bhatia presents a set of solo improvised music alongside new material created as part of a duo project with UCI’s Prof. Rajna Swaminathan, who will join on mrudangam, piano, and voice. The music builds on their decade-long friendship and collaborative relationship.

UCI Chamber Singers - Fall 2022: A Letter To My Future Self

UCI Chamber Singers - Fall 2022

A Letter To My Future Self

Dr. Irene Messoloras, conductor
featuring the Chamber Singers, Voces Chamber Ensemble, and Concert Choir

 

December 2, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall
and live streaming

This introspective choral presentation reflects on creating a future that prioritizes unity and equality in our society. Choral selections will discuss issues currently faced which include the refugee crisis, gun violence in America, and social justice issues.

Dr. Sharon Mann: Piano Master Class

Dr. Sharon Mann: Piano Master Class

Organized by UCI Music Professor Nina Scolnik

 

November 4, 2022 at 1:00 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall

Sharon Mann is Professor of Piano and Chamber Music at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. A respected soloist and ensemblist, Dr. Mann is widely regarded for her penetrating interpretations of Bach’s keyboard music. Her re-release of Bach’s Six Partitas has been received with international praise.

 

Free admission

UCI Small Jazz Groups - Fall 2022

UCI Small Jazz Groups – Fall 2022

Organized by Kei Akagi

 

November 9, 2022 at 8:00 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall

Please join us for an evening of exciting music and improvisation as the UCI Undergraduate Jazz Program quarterly concert showcases the Small Group student ensembles. There will be three groups performing under the direction of the jazz faculty.

 

Free admission

2022-23 Faculty Artist Series: Kei Akagi and Friends

Faculty Artist Series

Kei Akagi and Friends

Kei Akagi, piano
Darek Oles, bass
Jason Harnell, drums

 

April 14 & 15, 2023 at 8:00 p.m.

Winifred Smith Hall

Internationally renowned pianist and composer Kei Akagi takes the stage for his annual concert for an evening of modern jazz. He will be joined by colleagues Darek Oles (bass), and Jason Harnell (drums) for an evening of live music. This trio has been together for over 30 years, and seamlessly incorporates the full spectrum of traditional and experimental jazz.