Music

The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra plays some music at their "Sounds of the Season" concert at Canyon High School in Canyon Country, Calif., Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra announces 2026-27 season 

News release  Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra has announced its 2026-27 concert season, a four-concert series “celebrating powerful storytelling, exceptional artistry, and unforgettable orchestral music,” the organization said in a news

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SCV Senior Center celebrates 50 years 

News release  The Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center is inviting the community to celebrate the organization’s 50th anniversary with an open house and orchestra performance on Oct. 10.  The Santa

Signer Zimi performs with the ensemble band led by "Nomad and Lala" at the 2026 SCV Music Festival, a fundraiser for the WiSH Education Foundation at California Institute of the Arts. Signal staff photo.

Photos: SCV Music Festival

WiSH, the Hart District Education Foundation, presented its annual fundraising concert, the SCV Music Festival, on Aug. 28 at the Wild Beast Amphitheatre on the campus of California Institute of

Dolly Parton at the People's Choice Awards in 1988. "Dolly Parton 1988" by Alejo Castillo is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0. To view a copy of this license, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0/?ref=openverse.

Dolly Parton dead at 80, family says 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  Singer Dolly Parton, who was 80, has died, her family said on Aug. 25.   “Dolly has lived in the light and is in the arms of

Santa Clarita Regional Theater’s production of the Broadway musical, Disney’s “Frozen,” runs weekends now through Aug. 16. Courtesy photo.

Disney’s ‘Frozen’ opens at COC Performing Arts Center  

News release  Santa Clarita Regional Theater opened the Broadway musical, Disney’s “Frozen,” last weekend at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons, with additional performances scheduled weekends now through Aug. 16.  Co‑directors Ted Tobin and SCRT Executive Artistic Director TimBen Boydston helmed

The Castaic-based skate punk and grunge band Dedfones has released its debut album, “Dogs Aloud." Courtesy photo.

Local skate punk/grunge band releases debut album  

News release  The local skate punk and grunge band Dedfones has released its debut album, “Dogs Aloud,” across all music platforms, said a news release from the band.  Dedfones consists of Shane Stewart (lead

The Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra perform for guests at "The Romantic Symphony" at Canyon High School Performing Arts Center, Saturday, May 10, 2025. Kamryn Martell/The Signal

Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra seeks musicians 

News release  Local musicians are sought to join the Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra during its 2026-27 season. SCSO is seeking outstanding musicians to fill principal chair positions in bassoon, oboe, trombone, tuba and viola, according to a news release from the nonprofit orchestra

Ventura County is Alive with Summer Fun 

Ventura County is alive with fun and festive events this summer. Not only is it a quick drive for Santa Clarita Valley residents, Ventura County usually offers cooler weather and less crowded beaches

The Doo Wop Project will kick off the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center's Spotlight Series with a performance on Friday, Sept. 18. Courtesy photo.

2026-27 PAC Spotlight Series announced 

News release  The Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center at College of the Canyons will welcome audiences for its 2026-27 Spotlight Series season with a diverse lineup of live entertainment featuring

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1990s country tribute band coming to CTG 

News release  1990s country is coming to the Canyon Theatre Guild on Aug. 6 with a performance by JB Aaron and the Palomino West Band.  “Experience a riveting night of country,