In memoriam: Barbara Morrison, 72, jazz singer and UCLA voice teacher
The vocalist, who taught at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, enjoyed teaching and giving back to the community.
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UCLA poised to become a world leader in hip-hop studies
Building on decades of scholarship, the new Hip Hop Initiative will highlight the local and global impact of this Black art form.
Sending love, strength and Beethoven to Odesa
As residents brace for Russian attacks, UCLA pianist Inna Faliks celebrates the city of her birth with an online performance.
Black History Month: Read, Watch, Listen 2022 Edition
Bruins recommend works for education and enjoyment to celebrate throughout February.
Rap Lyrics as Literature
UCLA scholars teach hip-hop as the most popular form of American contemporary poetry.
Cheryl Keyes hits the right notes with Smithsonian anthology of rap music
Keyes, a professor of ethnomusicology and global jazz studies at the UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, helped select music for the collection.
Professor’s opera about veterans and mental health to screen at film festival
Kenneth Wells’ libretto for “Veteran Journeys” explores the trauma of war, family conflicts, homelessness recovery and hope.
Artist Ellen Reid’s SOUNDWALK re-imagines what a UCLA tour could be
The free app accompanies people through a public artwork that uses music to animate the campus's environment.
‘Zoom for the piano’ helps professor record new CD during pandemic
Inna Faliks collaborated with six UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music faculty on “Reimagine: Beethoven & Ravel.”
From BTS to Bach, a Playlist for 2021
UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music faculty members choose tracks that define this year of reemergence.
Music Scholars’ Playlist Looks Back at 2020
From Céline Dion to Radiohead, UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music educators select songs that reflect the year of pandemic.
Sparks: UCLA’s Influential Music Duo
After blazing their own musical path, Ron and Russell Mael are at the heart of two very different movies.
Inna Faliks: Music, history and identity
The renowned concert pianist and UCLA professor reflects on how music helped her connect more deeply with her Jewish heritage.
Staff news: Joanie Harmon awarded for writing on jazz and television
Her interview with musician Gene Cipriano honored by Los Angeles Press Club.
What to read, watch or listen to during Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month
AAPI faculty and staff at UCLA recommend media that provide insights into history, culture, struggle and contributions.
Q&A with Farzad Amoozegar, director of Iranian music program
His appointment represents the continued partnership between the school of music and the Farhang Foundation.
8 UCLA professors elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
The academy is one of the nation’s most prestigious honorary societies.
‘I Dare You.’ Celebrating Jazz With Terence Blanchard
As part of Jazz Appreciation Month in April, Herb Alpert School of Music’s Blanchard speaks about his work and the future of the artform.