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The Chimes

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The Chimes

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The Chimes

The Merry Widow

The Biola Opera ran showings of "The Merry Widow" last weekend.
The Biola Opera presented a romantic comedy that showcased the vocal talent of Biola music students.
Bea Mason, Staff Writer February 15, 2026

“The Merry Widow,” an opera presented by the Biola Conservatory of Music, ran showings the weekend of Feb. 5. The three-act story is colored with themes of love lost, love betrayed, and love reconciled. It was a truly brilliant composition of vocal performance and operatic acting. Standout performances...

Conservatory students experience setbacks due to COVID-19

Conservatory students experience setbacks due to COVID-19
Changes to one-on-one instruction and group rehearsals present unique challenges.
Emily Coffey and Kayla Santos April 25, 2020

Amid the chaos of the coronavirus, Conservatory students have adapted to online education. Music majors are reeling the effects of the switch, as physical presence is an integral part of the musical learning process. But with some patience and creativity, students and professors alike are overcoming...

Ellery Sablan presents heartwarming nostalgia through original music

Ellery Sablan presents heartwarming nostalgia through original music
The pop artist will blend themes of the past, present and future in her senior showcase.
Natalia Henderson, Freelance Writer December 14, 2019

Hailing from Guam, senior commercial music major Ellery Sablan brings a relaxing yet profound aura to her music. Set to graduate this semester, she has a bright future in composition and music art on her horizon.  This past summer, she performed in an international music competition and also released...