Tuesday, July 8

Saxophonists play through contemporary scales, interactive modes at fall recital

This fall, UCLA musicians will perform saxophone pieces ranging from classical to contemporary. Taking place Sunday, the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music’s Fall Saxophone Studio Recital promises an unconventional blend of 20th- and 21st-century compositions. Read more...

Photo: A student wearing a gray shirt and black pants plays the saxophone alongside a pianist. The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music will hold its Fall Saxophone Studio Recital at the Ostin Music Center’s Ensemble Room on Nov. 17. (Courtesy of The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music)


Art exhibit review: ‘Exploring the Alps’ expresses wide range of mediums but fails to reach its peak

This post was updated Dec. 4 at 9:21 p.m. The Getty Center’s look at an iconic mountain range presents a clever historical angle but leaves something to be desired. Read more...

Photo: The gelatin silver print “Matterhorn from the North” is possibly the work of Aimé Civiale and is thought to have been taken between 1890 and 1893. The 40.3 by 59 centimeter piece is one of several artworks featured in the “Exploring the Alps” exhibition at the Getty Center, which will run through April 27, 2025. (Courtesy of the Getty Museum)


Q&A: Weike Wang talks ‘Rental House’ themes of family chaos, navigating relationships

This December, Weike Wang is bringing a story of cultural diversity and familial tension to bookshelves. Wang is the author of “Joan is Okay” and “Chemistry,” the latter of which she won the 2018 PEN/Hemingway Award and a Whiting award for. Read more...

Photo: Pictured is author of “Rental House,” Weike Wang, sitting for her headshot. The writer is set to release her latest novel Dec. 3 after receiving critical acclaim for her PEN/Hemingway award- winning book “Chemistry” and her 2022 novel “Joan Is Okay.” (Courtesy of Amanda Petersen)


Winner Takes All: Examining Tyler, The Creator’s genre-blending discography for his greatest album

This post was last updated Nov. 14 at 9:50 p.m. Editor’s note: This article contains mentions of violence that may be disturbing to some readers. It has been more than two weeks since Tyler, The Creator released his seventh studio album, “CHROMAKOPIA,” but the dynamic artist has been releasing unforgettable music for more than a decade. Read more...

Photo: A collage of Tyler, The Creator’s seven studio album covers shows the rapper’s discography from 2011 to 2024. In the top row are his albums “Goblin,” “Wolf,” “Cherry Bomb” and “Flower Boy,” and in the bottom row are his LPs “IGOR,” “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST” and “CHROMAKOPIA.” (“Goblin” photo courtesy of Tyler, The Creator under exclusive license to XL Recordings Ltd. “Wolf” and “Cherry Bomb” photos courtesy of Odd Future LLC. “Flower Boy,” “IGOR,” “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST” and “CHROMAKOPIA” photos courtesy of Columbia Records, a Division of Sony Music Entertainment. Design by Lindsey Murto/Design director)



UCLA alumnus EJ Chen’s multifaceted approach to music showcases evolving artistry

This post was updated Nov. 19 at 11:23 p.m. EJ Chen is turning raw emotion into songs that resonate. The UCLA alumnus released his latest single, “MAKE IT QUICK,” on Oct. Read more...

Photo: EJ Chen plays a green and white electric guitar under pink, yellow and green lights during a performance at the Troubadour. The alumnus released his latest single “MAKE IT QUICK” on Oct. 25. (Courtesy of Cameron Chen)




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