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Clarinetist Max Opferkuch Accompanies Himself in Quarantine

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Southland Sessions Presents: From high school operas and drive-thru art exhibitions to Chicano comedies and underground DJ sets—we are showcasing the vibrancy of arts and culture across our city today.

Live! From Somewhere is a series of performances by students, alumni, and faculty, of USC Thornton, live from… somewhere!

Live! From Somewhere: at home with Max Opferkuch

Title: Live From Somewhere: At Home with Max Opferkuch
Presented by: USC Thornton
Originally Published: March 17, 2020
Performed by: Max Opferkuch

Clarinetist and USC Thornton student Max Opferkuch performs Bach’s Invention No. 8 in F major, accompanied by... Max Opferkuch? Enjoy a bit of digital magic with Max!

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USC Thornton School of Music brings together a stellar faculty chosen from a broad spectrum of the music profession and musically gifted students from around the globe.

About the Series
As venues around the world went dark, USC Thornton launched a series of performances by students, alumni, and faculty, live from… somewhere. Living rooms, offices, back patios, garages — wherever they may be.

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