The Lenten season is known for many themes, one of which is repentance. Christians who celebrate Lent make a concerted effort to confess their sins to the Lord and to repent from them. Repentance involves deep prayer and meditating on God’s Word, but Christians are also called to “sing psalms,...

For some, music is more than just something to play or listen to; it’s a lifeline. “I trust music because it has opened up so many doors with honor bands, college and Biola,” said freshman music education and composition major Andy Magruder. Magruder composed a piece of music for the recent...

In a collaboration between Biola Music and Theatre, the Biola Conservatory of Music presented the musical “She Loves Me” from Feb. 6 to Feb. 9. This romantic story is full of humor and sweetness but reveals a common problem in human relationships: letting first impressions dictate your opinions of...

The spring semester is underway and the Conservatory of Music has lined up several events in the upcoming months of February, March and April. These events showcase Biola’s musical talent and are a great way to take a break from the busy semester ahead. Tickets for all paid events can be found on...

On the evening of Nov. 3, singers from the Biola University Chorus and Biola Chorale gathered in Lansing Recital Hall to present their 2024 concert, “Everlasting Joy.” Throughout the evening, many beautiful and poignant songs were performed, encompassing hymns, romantic songs and sacred music. This...

Every year, the Newport Beach Film Festival comes back to the coast to host a variety of sessions over the course of a week, playing their selection of the best films from fresh, new filmmakers and holding spotlight sessions on leading creatives in the industry. For Biolans, the festival has been known...

The Conservatory of Music hosted its 32nd Annual PRISM Concert on Oct. 26 at the Lansing Recital Hall. The PRISM Concert showcases all the ensembles at Biola, ranging from soloists, quartets and full bands. THE PROGRAM The evening began with a bright fanfare by the Brass Ensemble, which played “Fanfare...

With the fall weather settling in at dusk, Biola gathered on a crisp night with a warm feel, to watch the fall talent show, featuring performances from Drew Magro (Artist name “Merge Left”), Ryan Youd, Abby Jackson and Susanna Paredes, Emma Hills, Peyton Ogle and the Baker’s Dozen, Caden Svendsen,...

On Oct. 18, the Biola Symphonic Winds, directed by Dr. Karl Meyers, performed their fall concert in Lansing Recital Hall at 7:30 p.m. After an introduction and prayer by Todd Guy, the dean of School of Fine Arts and Communication, Meyers took the stage and began the concert. THE PROGRAM The night started...

The Hollywood nightclub music scene for rising musicians isn’t necessarily the usual spot you’d find Biola students. Few places near Biola’s campus offer a wholesome environment where rising music artists can connect with other students to create genuine relationships. Founded in 2023 by Gem...

On Sept. 28, the Conservatory of Music hosted a performance showcasing American pianist Robert McDonald at the Lancing Recital Hall.  WHO IS ROBERT MCDONALD? McDonald is a distinguished soloist and chamber musician who has performed throughout the world, both in the East and the West. He has...

An earlier version of this article mentioned Jeremy Willet’s son and daughter were adopted from Cambodia and Ethiopia. This is an error. Willet’s son and daughter were adopted from Ghana and Ethiopia. The Chimes regrets this error and is committed to correcting all errors of fact. Readers are urged...