Upcoming Events

10
Sep

Chamber Music Society of Logan Tesla Quartet

Arts/Entertainment

From cutting edge contemporary works to established masterpieces, the Tesla Quartet’s emotive and thoughtful interpretations reveal the ensemble’s deep commitment to the craft and to their ever expanding repertoire. ‘ . . . known the world over for their “superb capacity to find the inner heart of everything they play, regardless of era, style, or technical demand.” ‘ - The International Review of Music

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
17
Sep

Cahill Smith, Piano: Rachmaninoff and Medtner

Arts/Entertainment

Pianist Cahill Smith presents a program of Sergei Rachmaninoff and Nikolai Medtner, two pianist-composers working at the very end of the great romantic tradition, in a conversation of short pieces. Dr. Smith an Associate Professor of Piano at Utah State University.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
25
Sep

Jazz Jams

Arts/Entertainment

This concert will feature the Caine Jazz Combo along with a guest artist and jazz students from Music Department performing standard jazz tunes. The jam session is open to all and people are encouraged to bring their instrument and join in. Jam sessions take place on the Hub Stage on the first floor of the Taggart Student Center near the food court.

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | TSC, HUB |
25
Sep

Fry Street Quartet and Friends

Arts/Entertainment

We’re thrilled to open our season with the world premiere of "Arboreal," a new work written for the Fry Street Quartet by celebrated composer Laura Kaminsky. Thirteen years and over 60 performances ago, Kaminsky composed the string quartet "Rising Tide" for the FSQ, anchoring their multi-disciplinary project on global sustainability titled "Rising Tide: The Crossroads Project." In this new work, Kaminsky delves into a sonic exploration of trees — their character, processes, beauty and the vital role they play in sustaining life on Earth. This evocative piece promises to be a powerful and moving experience, setting the tone for a season that reflects on our relationship with the natural world.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
27
Sep

Wind Orchestra

Arts/Entertainment

Concerts are part of the band large ensemble curriculum. As capstone events, they typically occur twice per semester. Students are required to participate in these events as a large part of their grades, and these concerts are the culmination of several weeks of classroom rehearsals. All concerts are associated with one or more of the band ensembles: MUSC 4700 Wind Orchestra MUSC 3795 Wind Symphony MUSC 3790 Symphonic Band MUSC 3785 Marching Band

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
01
Oct

Wassermann Piano Series, Young Artist: Dominic Doutney

Arts/Entertainment

Dominic Doutney is a rising young concert pianist, born in Britain and currently based in Chicago. He will present a program of Brahms, Liszt, and Rachmaninoff at Utah State University in advance of his Kennedy Center debut next month.

Program:
Brahms: Four Piano Pieces, Op. 119
Liszt: Sposalizio, Chasse neige, and Concert Etude No. 1
Rachmaninoff: 13 Preludes, Op. 32

Garnering awards and top prizes from the 2024 Washington International Competition, Luminarts Cultural Foundation, Mauro Paolo Monopoli International Competition in Barletta, Italy, the Jaén International Piano Competition in Spain, the Clamo International Competition in Murcia, Spain and the Lyon International Competition, Dominic is also the winner of the Royal Over-Seas League Award for Keyboard, the Norah Sande Award, the Walled City Festival competition in Derry, Northern Ireland, and Semana Internacional de Piano de Óbidos in Portugal. Dominic has made appearances on BBC Radio 3, CNBC, and recently performed an all-Rachmaninoff recital on Portugal’s biggest classical music radio station, Antena 2.

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
08
Oct

Chamber Music Society of Logan Will Hagan, Albert Cano Smit, Sandy Mohamed and Arthur Hornig (Piano Quartet)

Arts/Entertainment

A truly unique international collaboration, four internationally-recognized soloists join forces as a piano quartet, including Utah-based violinist Will Hagen, French-Egyptian violist Sindy Mohamed, Spanish/Dutch pianist Albert Cano Smit, and German cellist Arthur Hornig.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
09
Oct

Big Bands

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
10
Oct

Autumn Voices

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
11
Oct

Desarrollo de la Música- The Evolution of Latin Music and Dance

Arts/Entertainment | Student Recital

Using funding provided by USU's URCO grant, this performance will feature cello/piano music by Latin American composers; a presentation on the colonization of Latin America and the emergence/evolution of music and dance in the region; and live, Latin American dance demonstrations. The presentation's goal is to answer these questions:
What influenced the creation of Latin American music and dance?
How has Latin American music and dance evolved?
How does Latin American music and dance impact an individual's life?

Aaron Kinghorn- Cello, Presenter, Dance
Lynn Keisker- Piano
Leah Johnson- Dance

7:30 pm - 8:45 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
15
Oct

Silent Film Festival – USU Piano

Arts/Entertainment

Step back in time for a night of movie magic as Utah State University Piano majors bring the silent film era to life! Watch as Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, Mabel Normand and others dazzle the screen while our talented pianists provide the live, toe-tapping soundtrack. Get ready to laugh, gasp and marvel at the unforgettable combination of classic comedy and piano artistry!

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
16
Oct

USU Symphony Orchestra

Arts/Entertainment

The Caine College of the Arts presents the Utah State University Symphony Orchestra's first concert of the 2024-25 season on Tuesday, Oct. 16, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. in the Daines Concert Hall.

The concert, titled "Home Is Where the Heart Is," will be conducted by the USU Symphony Orchestra's new conductor, Daniel Alfred Wachs. It will feature members of the Department of Music wind and brass faculty in an all-American program, including Samuel Barber's haunting "Knoxville: Summer of 1915," performed by guest artist and Metropolitan Opera star soprano Janai Brugger. Also featured will be Aaron Copland's iconic "Appalachian Spring" in its version for full orchestra.

"It is a thrill and an honor for me to be joining the Caine College of the Arts faculty," Wachs says. He comes to Logan from Vienna, Austria. "There is so much talent between my faculty colleagues and our incredible students that I was inspired to find a way to present both. This all-American program of 20th-century composers also allows me to honor educators, including two of my own, Otto-Werner Mueller and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Jennifer Higdon."

Adult: $10
Senior: $8
USU Students: FREE

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
19
Oct

American Festival Chorus & Orchestra: A Sesquicentiennial Celebration

Arts/Entertainment

The Music of Gustav Holst will be presented by the American Festival Chorus & Orchestra.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
23
Oct

Jazz Jams

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | TSC, HUB |
26
Oct

Monster Concert 2024: Monster Goes Galactic

Arts/Entertainment

Come join the USU Youth Conservatory at our favorite yearly tradition: Monster Concert! Over 200 young pianists throughout Cache Valley and USU piano majors will come together to play music on over 18 pianos in the beautiful Daines Concert Hall. Our favorite YC monster mascot Frankensteinway and pianos galore will leave you and your family with amazing memories that will last forever. We can’t wait to see you there!

4:00 pm - 6:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
28
Oct

USU Opera Theatre Production: The Toxic Avenger

Arts/Entertainment

The Toxic Avenger
By David Bryan and Joe DiPietro

Based on the cult film, "The Toxic Avenger" is a rock musical featuring a nerd-turned-mutant-superhero out to win the girl of his dreams (a blind librarian) and stop his home state of New Jersey from turning into more of a toxic wasteland than it already is.

This award-winning macabre comedy is a perfect way to have an extra scary Halloween! Performed by USU voice and orchestra students in the haunted Caine Lyric Theatre, Oct. 28–31, 7:30 p.m. Join us if you dare...!

Content Advisory: Violence, Adult Language, Sexual Innuendo, Blood & Gore, Mature Themes, Political Incorrectness

Not suitable for children, ages 15+ only

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Caine Lyric Theatre |
29
Oct

USU Opera Theatre Production: The Toxic Avenger

Arts/Entertainment

The Toxic Avenger
By David Bryan and Joe DiPietro

Based on the cult film, "The Toxic Avenger" is a rock musical featuring a nerd-turned-mutant-superhero out to win the girl of his dreams (a blind librarian) and stop his home state of New Jersey from turning into more of a toxic wasteland than it already is.

This award-winning macabre comedy is a perfect way to have an extra scary Halloween! Performed by USU voice and orchestra students in the haunted Caine Lyric Theatre, Oct. 28–31, 7:30 p.m. Join us if you dare...!

Content Advisory: Violence, Adult Language, Sexual Innuendo, Blood & Gore, Mature Themes, Political Incorrectness

Not suitable for children, ages 15+ only

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Caine Lyric Theatre |
29
Oct

Jazz Kicks

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
30
Oct

Fry Street Quartet and Friends

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
30
Oct

USU Opera Theatre Production: The Toxic Avenger

Arts/Entertainment

The Toxic Avenger
By David Bryan and Joe DiPietro

Based on the cult film, "The Toxic Avenger" is a rock musical featuring a nerd-turned-mutant-superhero out to win the girl of his dreams (a blind librarian) and stop his home state of New Jersey from turning into more of a toxic wasteland than it already is.

This award-winning macabre comedy is a perfect way to have an extra scary Halloween! Performed by USU voice and orchestra students in the haunted Caine Lyric Theatre, Oct. 28–31, 7:30 p.m. Join us if you dare...!

Content Advisory: Violence, Adult Language, Sexual Innuendo, Blood & Gore, Mature Themes, Political Incorrectness

Not suitable for children, ages 15+ only

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Caine Lyric Theatre |
31
Oct

USU Opera Theatre Production: The Toxic Avenger

Arts/Entertainment

The Toxic Avenger
By David Bryan and Joe DiPietro

Based on the cult film, "The Toxic Avenger" is a rock musical featuring a nerd-turned-mutant-superhero out to win the girl of his dreams (a blind librarian) and stop his home state of New Jersey from turning into more of a toxic wasteland than it already is.

This award-winning macabre comedy is a perfect way to have an extra scary Halloween! Performed by USU voice and orchestra students in the haunted Caine Lyric Theatre, Oct. 28–31, 7:30 p.m. Join us if you dare...!

Content Advisory: Violence, Adult Language, Sexual Innuendo, Blood & Gore, Mature Themes, Political Incorrectness

Not suitable for children, ages 15+ only

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Caine Lyric Theatre |
01
Nov

Wind Orchestra

Arts/Entertainment

Concerts are part of the band large ensemble curriculum. As capstone events, they typically occur twice per semester. Students are required to participate in these events as a large part of their grades, and these concerts are the culmination of several weeks of classroom rehearsals. All concerts are associated with one or more of the band ensembles: MUSC 4700 Wind Orchestra MUSC 3795 Wind Symphony MUSC 3790 Symphonic Band MUSC 3785 Marching Band

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
02
Nov

MUSES

Arts/Entertainment

The word "muse" describes a source of inspiration. This annual music therapy concert aims to highlight the multi-faceted sources of inspiration for USU music therapy students both personally and professionally. In our field of study, we often talk about “self as instrument”, or rather, being the instrument of change within the therapeutic relationship. During MUSES, we get to shift our focus to also celebrate our external musical skills and instruments as extensions of ourselves, and the tools by which we get to share creative self-expression with the world. Concert goers will enjoy original compositions in addition to contemporary and classical pieces that have been intentionally chosen to represent the experiences of our students and potential clinical applications of these works in music therapy practice. Additionally, attendees may have the opportunity to get involved first-hand with our interactive lobby experience before the performance. For more information, visit www.usumtsa.weebly.com.

7:30 pm - 8:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
04
Nov

USU Percussion Ensembles

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
06
Nov

Jazz Combos

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
07
Nov

Music Department Student Recital Hour

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
08
Nov

Cache Symphony Orchestra

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:00 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
09
Nov

Faculty Chamber Concert

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
11
Nov

American Festival Chorus & USU Symphony Orchestra A Veterans Day Memorial

Arts/Entertainment

Join the American Festival Chorus and the USU Symphony Orchestra for this annual concert celebrating the resolute spirit of our U.S. military service men and women. This patriotic musical tribute honors Armed Forces Veterans' courage, determination, and selfless service and pays tribute to all who have sacrificed for the free we enjoy.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
12
Nov

Small Ensembles

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
15
Nov

String Chamber Music - Fall Recital

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
17
Nov

Logan Canyon Winds Recital

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
18
Nov

Organ Area Recital

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

6:00 pm - 7:15 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
18
Nov

Organ Area Recital

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 8:15 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
18
Nov

Guitar Ensembles

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
18
Nov

Guitar Ensembles

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
19
Nov

Caine Ensembles

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
20
Nov

Jazz Jams

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | TSC, HUB |
22
Nov

Sounds of the Stadium

Arts/Entertainment

Enjoy the sounds of the Aggie Marching Band from the comfort of the Daines Concert Hall on Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Free and open to the public!

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
02
Dec

Symphonic Band

Arts/Entertainment

Concerts are part of the band’s large ensemble curriculum. As capstone events, they typically occur twice per semester. Participation in these events is a significant component of students’ grades, and the concerts are the culmination of several weeks of classroom rehearsals. All concerts are associated with one or more of the following band ensembles: MUSC 4700 Wind Orchestra, MUSC 3795 Wind Symphony, MUSC 3790 Symphonic Band, and MUSC 3785 Marching Band.

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
04
Dec

Big Bands

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

Adult: $10
Senior: $8
USU Students: FREE

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
04
Dec

Big Bands

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:30 pm - 9:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
05
Dec

Wintersongs

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm |
05
Dec

Wintersongs

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm |
06
Dec

Tri-State Band Symposium

Arts/Entertainment

The Tri-State Band Symposium is an Honor Band Experience for the Sri-State's finest wind and percussion players and their directors. Annually hosting around 150 of the finest wind and percussion players from the region's finest high schools, this event has attracted students and directors from Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming and Colorado. It features internationally-recognized clinicians as well as the finest performers from Utah State.

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
07
Dec

Tri-State Band Symposium

Arts/Entertainment

The Tri-State Band Symposium is an Honor Band Experience for the Sri-State's finest wind and percussion players and their directors. Annually hosting around 150 of the finest wind and percussion players from the region's finest high schools, this event has attracted students and directors from Utah, Idaho, Nevada, Wyoming and Colorado. It features internationally-recognized clinicians as well as the finest performers from Utah State.

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |
12
Dec

Youth Conservatory Christmas Recital

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm | Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall |
16
Dec

Cache Children's Choir

Arts/Entertainment

TBA

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Chase Fine Arts Center, Daines Concert Hall |