🎶 The LEST Music Event gives students a joyful, hands-on music experience alongside the talented faculty of Concordia University Irvine. It’s a day filled with singing, playing, learning, and celebrating the gift of music in a positive, faith-filled environment.
Students will perform and learn in the beautiful Borland-Manske Center — one of Southern California’s premier music facilities — and the day will end with a special concert featuring selected instrumentalists and the Youth Chorus.
What Students Can Participate In
🎹 Piano & Instrumental Adjudication
Students perform a 2–4 minute solo piece.
They receive written feedback from Concordia music professors to help them grow.
A wonderful opportunity to build confidence and refine performance skills.
🎤 Youth Chorus
Each school choir performs 2–3 songs (up to 10 minutes total).
A choral expert provides written feedback.
Choirs also receive a mini-workshop with practical tips to strengthen their performance.
🔔 Handbell Adjudication
Each handbell group performs one piece (up to two pieces allowed).
Students receive direct feedback and participate in a short workshop.
Schools may borrow Concordia’s handbells and handchimes if needed.
🎧 Recording Studio Masterclass
Students get a behind-the-scenes look at Concordia’s professional recording studio.
Learn how music is recorded, edited, and mixed.
Limited space available for this interactive experience.
Event Goals
To honor God through music
To encourage young musicians
To strengthen musical skills and technique
To share music with peers in a supportive setting
To recognize and celebrate student excellence
The schedule is designed so students can participate in more than one music activity when possible.
Whether your child loves to sing, play an instrument, ring bells, or explore music technology, this event offers a meaningful and memorable experience that inspires a lifelong love of music.