“Sinfonia Breve” makes its world premiere with the CSUN Symphony
September 30, 2016
The music department presented the CSUN symphony orchestra, conducted by Dr. John Roscigno, in the Plaza Del Sol Performance Hall Thursday evening.The performance began with the flowing sounds of "A Letter From Home," originally written by Aaron Copland. It carried an uplifting melody with a sound t...
Boston Pops prove orchestras can play “Bohemian Rhapsody” with memorable VPAC performance
November 29, 2013
Often referred to as "America's Orchestra," the world famous Boston Pops surprised first-time listeners at the VPAC last Thursday by mixing a variety of musical styles for an enjoyable evening. Audience members were taken back in time with iconic pieces including "Rhapsody in Blue," "Stars and Strip...
CSUN music professor tackles new projects this spring
February 1, 2011
Dr. John Roscigno, professor of music and director of orchestral studies, will take on some part-time projects this spring. They include gigs with the Thousand Oaks Philharmonic, the 2011 Arizona All-State Orchestra and TEMPO, a music group. Although Roscigno guest-conducted last summer at the Thousand...