The Sundial

“Sinfonia Breve” makes its world premiere with the CSUN Symphony

Ryan Mancini • 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...

CSUN World Music Ensemble brings traditional African dance to campus

Violet Canelo • April 25, 2016

Traditional singing, dancing musicians and loud rhythmic drumming occurred during the CSUN World Music Ensemble. Students in the music education program performed various Japanese Taiko and...

Class recreates highly acclaimed book The Postmortal

Jamie Perez • November 25, 2014

Finding a cure for aging is something that has not yet been accomplished in the world we live in. However, in the Postmortal world, the idea is surfacing and being discussed as a possibility of the future. Twenty-eight...

Oboist crafts his own sound

Trevor Stamp • October 21, 2013

The sound from his oboe is too bright, Jason Kennedy, 20, determines after testing a reed he just made. He makes some final adjustments, and places the reed back into his oboe. Kennedy stands up and...

VPAC’s upcoming 2011-12 performance season aims for diversity

Juana Esquivel • May 12, 2011

Diversity, extremely high quality and attempts to appeal to a broad population in the region were the driving factors behind the upcoming 2011-12 Valley Performing Arts Center (VPAC) season. Robert...

‘An evening with Shirley MacLaine’ comes to the VPAC

Liana Hofer • May 5, 2011

Academy-award winner. Acclaimed author. Truth-seeker. Shirley MacLaine has many titles that can be attached to her name, and this Friday, one more will be added to the list: VPAC performer. On May 6,...

International Idol Talent Show competition includes dancing, singing, playing instruments

John Michael Simko • November 17, 2010

Among the burgers, burritos and bottled drinks, Pub patrons were treated to a talent show hosted by international students Tuesday afternoon. The International Idol Talent Show captivated...

Valley Performing Arts Center holds test performance for faculty, hard hats

Angela Melero • October 17, 2010

The Valley Performing Arts Center (VPAC) held its first concert Friday night, seizing the opportunity to showcase the advanced performance components that have had the community eagerly...