News on your favorite shows, specials & more!

Sonoma State University

Music Department

Visit Web Site
TwitterCollege Twitter FacebookCollege Facebook InstagramCollege Instagram

1801 East Cotati Ave
Rohnert Park,California 94928-3613
707.664.2324
brooke.tester@sonoma.edu

DEGREES OFFERED

Bachelor of Music in Music Education - Pre-Certification

Bachelor of Music In Performance

Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies

Bachelor of Music in Composition

Bachelor of Arts in Music

Minor in Music

Minor in Jazz Studies


The Department of Music at Sonoma State University is a place where students can thrive in a dynamic and creative atmosphere. We emphasize high-quality performance experiences and applied practical training. Each student's educational goals are guided by our knowledgeable and supportive faculty. Our program prepares students for professional careers as performers, K–12 music educators, studio teachers, and composers. We offer a multitude of performing ensembles, both large and small, in instrumental, choral, jazz, chamber, opera, and musical theatre. Our students have opportunities to perform in the Green Music Center's world-class venues, Weill Hall and Schroeder Recital Hall, and engage with the steady stream of professional guest artists who appear here. The department offers Bachelor of Music degrees in Performance, Music Education (Pre-Certification), Jazz Studies and Composition, Bachelor of Arts degrees, and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

Faculty Info:

Jenny Bent, Andy Collinsworth, Alexander Kahn, Doug Leibinger, Thomas Limbert, Kim Mieder, Lynne Morrow, John R. Palmer, Marilyn Thompson, Brian Wilson.



Related Articles

The San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers Starring Alasdair Fraser
by A.A. Cristi - April 02, 2024

Experience the captivating performance of the San Francisco Scottish Fiddlers featuring Alasdair Fraser.

New Performance Traditions & Paul Dresher Ensemble Present THE REBIRTH OF APSARA By Charya Burt
by A.A. Cristi - January 02, 2024

In February Charya Burt's dance/theater work, The Rebirth Of Apsara will have two premiere performances. The Rebirth Of Apsara is re-imagined ancient Cambodian classical dance set to music by Chinary Ung, with a text by Kalean Ung featuring an international company of Cambodian dancers.

'Trailblazing Women of Country: A Tribute to Patsy, Loretta, and Dolly' Tour to Feature Miko Marks & Kristina Train
by Michael Major - November 08, 2023

The pair will be supported by a five-member, all-female band featuring Megan Palmer (musical director, piano), Miss Tess (bass), Heather Thomas (drums), Thayer Sarrano (acoustic guitar, keyboards), and Anne McCue (electric guitar, lap steel). Produced by industry vet Eli Wolf (Willie Nelson, Norah Jones, Al Green).

Interview: Winemaker, Jeff Cichocki of BONTERRA ORGANIC ESTATES
by Marina Kennedy - October 11, 2023

Broadwayworld had the opportunity to interview winemaker,  Jeff Cichocki about his career and to learn about Bonterra Organic Estates. 

CITIZEN By Greg Sarris to Open at Z Below in October
by Blair Ingenthron - September 30, 2023

Directed by Gendell Hing-Hernández, CITIZEN opens on October 21. This Word for Word and Z Space production tells the tale of Salvador, born in the U.S. and raised in Mexico, the son of an American Indian mother and a Mexican father.

Word for Word 30th Season 2023 Concludes With CITIZEN
by Stephi Wild - August 09, 2023

Word for Word and Z Space 30th Season reaches its crescendo with the October production of CITIZEN by Greg Sarris October 21 - November 12. In CITIZEN, Salvador, an American citizen who speaks no English, procures his proof of citizenship and begins to discover his true identity, and what it means to fit in.

Third Coast Percussion Sets 2023-2024 Season, Including New Album BETWEEN BREATHS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - August 08, 2023

Third Coast Percussion unveils their highly anticipated 2023-2024 season, featuring a new album 'Between Breaths' and international touring programs. Don't miss out on the exciting concerts and collaborations by this renowned percussion ensemble.

Peter Dugan, Kara Dugan & More Set for pianoSonoma's Vino & Vibrato 2023 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 13, 2023

pianoSonoma has revealed the 2023 season of Vino & Vibrato, a 3-part concert series held at the Green Music Center at Sonoma State University in Rohnert Park, California with concerts on July 18, 20, and 25.

Nominees Revealed For the 2023 Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival Awards
by Stephi Wild - April 20, 2023

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts virtually hosted more than 110 outstanding theater students from colleges and universities across the nation as part of the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF).

Town Hall Theatre Company to Present EDITH PIAF: BEYOND PARIS SKIES in May
by Blair Ingenthron - April 01, 2023

​​​​​​​Get transported back to mid-1900s Paris through the evocative songs of Edith Piaf on Saturday, May 20th. Town Hall Theatre will be hosting SonoMusette, featuring native Parisian singer Mimi Pirard as they perform Edith Piaf: Beyond Paris Skies.

CAP UCLA Presents Immersive Documentary By Filmmaker Sam Green
by Stephi Wild - March 02, 2023

​​​​​​​UCLA's Center for the Art of Performance (CAP UCLA) presents 32 Sounds, an immersive documentary and sensory experience from filmmaker Sam Green, on Saturday, March 25 at 8 pm in The Theatre at Ace Hotel. Tickets start at $50 and are available now at cap.ucla.edu or by calling 310-825-2101.  

YAMATO The Drummers of Japan Will Tour North America
by Stephi Wild - January 05, 2023

From February 14 – April 16, 2023, YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan tour North America with their new show entitled, 「火の鳥」 Hinotori – The wings of Phoenix.

Two Stephens College Conservatory Faculty Star in National Tour
by Nicole Rosky - December 19, 2022

Stephens College Conservatory for the Performing Arts faculty John Hemphill and Lisa Brescia are starring in the Dear Evan Hansen Broadway national tour. Brescia plays Heidi Hansen and Hemphill plays Larry Murphy.

Applications Now Open For Open For pianoSonoma Rosé and Cabernet
by A.A. Cristi - October 11, 2022

Applications are now open for pianoSonoma's summer 2023 festivals, pianoSonoma Rosé and pianoSonoma Cabernet.

World Premiere of LONESOME TRAVELER: GENERATIONS to be Presented by Rubicon Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - June 06, 2022

Rubicon Theatre Company, Ventura’s non-profit professional theatre company, will continue the company’s 2022-2023 Season with the World Premiere of LONESOME TRAVELER: GENERATIONS, conceived by George Grove and James O’Neil, with musical direction by Rick Dougherty and George Grove and direction by Rubicon Co-Founder James O’Neil.



Past Student Productions

SHOW THEATER
Aunt Jack
(11/12/20 - 11/15/20)
Sonoma State University
Sweat
(11/12/20 - 11/15/20)
Sonoma State University
Tartuffe (Wilbur)
(4/23/20 - 5/2/20)
Sonoma State University
SWEENEY TODD in Broadway SWEENEY TODD
(2/7/19 - 2/17/19)
SONOMA STATE UNIVERSITY/CENTER FOR PERFORMING ARTS
Ordinary Days
(4/5/18 - 4/7/18)
Sonoma State University
CHARLIE BROWN (REVISED)
(1/31/18 - 2/11/18)
Sonoma State University
Fiddler on the Roof in Broadway Fiddler on the Roof
(2/6/14 - 2/16/14)
Sonoma State University
The Copeland Creek Project / A Theatrical Journey
(4/24/13 - 5/2/13)
Sonoma State University
BroadwayWorld Student Center
Program Guide Show Calendar Find a Scholarship

Videos


TICKET CENTRAL

Recommended For You