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by mirrormmg

September 9

SMC Music Department Open House

The new Madison Music & Performing Arts Campus of Santa Monica College is open and here is a chance for the public to see (and hear) it. The Open House will feature student and faculty music performances, on the hour and half-hour, including the SMC Wind Ensemble, SMC Jazz Band, SMC Jazz Vocal Ensemble and many other students and instructors. There will also be refreshments and information about classes. 1-5pm, free, Madison Music & Performing Arts Campus, Santa Monica Blvd. and 11th St., 310.434.4323.

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