Our Mission
Spark: Music Leadership at Carolina, supplements a traditional music school experience
by preparing musicians for vibrant and sustainable futures. We offer coursework, project
support, guest residencies and other initiatives to foster an environment of creative
learning, skill development and personal exploration. Spark empowers members of the
School of Music community – students, faculty and staff – to develop and explore diverse
and dynamic careers. Spark advocates for the transformative power of music and the
arts to make a difference in our communities, equipping future music leaders with
the tools they need to make a difference.
As a student at the USC School of Music you can:
Explore your unique voice.
Identify opportunities and take chances
Create your vision.
Build a concept, test an idea, reflect on the process, repeat
Engage others.
Advocate for the arts locally, nationally and internationally
Lead into the future.
Broaden and enrich the reach of the arts in our society
Spark Events
Throughout the academic year, Spark creates events to relax, stimulate and engage School of Music students, faculty and staff. Events, dates and times are posted on school video monitors located throughout the school.
Build community and develop tools to thrive in these interactive professional development workshops.
Interact with guest presenters to explore a variety of topics from marketing to improvisation and more.
Replenish your mental, emotional, and physical health with workshops focused on your well-being, where we offer tools and resources with your wellness in mind.
Engage in an intimate and casual setting alongside alumni and guest artists, exploring different ideas and topics through faculty and student-led interviews.
Learn from and be inspired by guest artists and presenters in a variety of performances, master classes, and discussions on campus and in the community.
Enjoy events, snacks and activities that help you relax, rejuvenate and reconnect during Finals Week.
Spring 2025 Calendar of Events
- January 29 - Alexanders Technique | 1-2 p.m. | Room 040
- January 31 - Creative Exchange with JaRon Brown | 1:10-2 p.m. | Room 006
- February 5 - Stress Management | 1-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- February 12 - Interview Preparation | 1-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- February 19 - Grab & Go with Gamecock Recovery | School of Music Lobby
- February 28 - Job/Internship Search | 1:10-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- March 5 - Equipment Essentials | 1-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- March 19 - Writing Pro-Tips | 1-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- March 26 - Money Management | 1-2 p.m. | School of Music Library
- April 4 - Creative Exchange with Andy Akiho | 1:10-2 p.m. | Recital Hall
- TBD - Grad Social
- TBD - Massage Therapy
- April 29 - Fur Day!
- April 30 – May 7 - Stress Less Finals
Guest Artist Residencies:
JaRon Brown |
January 27-31 |
Earspace |
January 27-31 |
Andy Akiho |
April 4-7 |
Graduate Assistantships
Click here to learn about upcoming opportunities to work with the Spark Office!