“I know that this may be the only time in my life that these experiences will be available to me, so I’m thrilled to be able to participate when opportunities arise,” said AJ Ursua, senior biology and cello performance double major and student pres- ident of the University Choir and Orchestra, about the UCO trip […]
Lecrae is releasing his album “All Things Work Together” Sept. 24. From the singles he has released so far, this album is expected to take a different angle than his previous studio albums. The album, his eighth LP, features an eclectic list of artists such as Ty Dolla $ign, Tori Kelly, Aha Gazelle, Verse Simmonds […]
Social media has made it easier for musicians to share their music without the help of a major label. However, there are still very few avenues to do so that are geared solely toward up-and-coming artists. Apps such as Soundcloud have allowed independent artists the ability to promote themselves and their music on their own […]
The worship arts and ministries majors of California Baptist University visited Catalina Island Aug. 26-28 for the Collinsworth School of Music’s first Songwriter’s Retreat. The retreat was a first in several ways including location, activities and special guests. Worship arts and ministry majors met with worship leaders and pastors. The retreat was an opportunity to […]
After two years as the New Song Director, Kathleen Kopitzke, visiting professor of music, is leaving California Baptist University. Kopitzke started at CBU as a music student, but once she graduated, she was offered a position on the staff of the music program. She acknowledged her detour away from her original goal, which was to […]
Disney is an iconic brand with classic traits as a company and a brand with whom many desire to work. California Baptist University’s University Choir and Orchestra recorded tracks Jan. 12 for Disney’s live action “Beauty and the Beast”. Last semester, UCO recorded tracks for Disney’s “Moana.” Many of CBU’s faculty work with Disney for […]
Bands from across the nation and globe take the LA stage Consisting of U.K. natives Andrew Davie and Kevin Jones, Bear’s Den kicked off their most recent tour Jan. 17 at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles. Opening for the band was Valleymaker of Seattle and Gill Landry of Nashville. Both musicians performed before […]
McKay Vandenberg, junior English and journalism & new media double major, and Jake Aldaco, freshman architecture major, have created Xanvas, a disc-jockey duo who focuses not only on mixing some of the most chart-topping songs, but also producing their own tracks. The duo met through a mutual friend while attending an electronic dance music concert […]
The Temecula Valley Fair, which ran March 18-21 at Galway Downs, had many rides, games and attractions suitable for college students as well as families with young children. Fair attractions such as the petting zoo, pony rides and carnival games were available the entire weekend while a dog stunt show had different scheduled times throughout […]
The night began with Louboutin heels and Versace gowns gracing the red carpet outside of the Staples Center, where crowds of famous smiles strolled into the building where some would end up walking away with a gilded gramophone from the 58th annual Grammy Awards. Often toted as music’s biggest night, the event held Feb. 15 […]
