Butte College Music

05/21/2026

Kaleidoscope – A Celebration of Sound and Creativity

Butte College Black Box Theatre

Tickets: $10 Adults | $5 Students and Youth

Join us for Kaleidoscope, a vibrant and fast-paced concert featuring performances by Butte College students, faculty, and community members. This dynamic event brings together a wide variety of musical styles, ensembles, and artistic voices in one exciting evening.

From solo performances to small and large ensembles, Kaleidoscope offers an ever-changing program that highlights the diversity and creativity of the Butte College Performing Arts community.
Each performance is a new perspective—together creating a colorful and engaging musical experience that truly lives up to its name.

Don’t miss this unique showcase of talent from across our campus and community!

05/20/2026

Faculty Recital – Butte College Music
Wednesday, May 20th, 2pm, Free Admission

Join us for a special afternoon of music featuring the talented faculty of the Butte College Music Department. This recital highlights a dynamic program of chamber and solo works performed by faculty artists across a range of instruments and styles.

Featuring Ayako Nakamura (trumpet & flugelhorn), Aman Cowell (trumpet), Bobby Rogers (saxophone), Ryan Heimlich (clarinet & bass clarinet), and Erika Ray (piano), along with special guests Rocky Winslow and Roxanne Winslow (trumpet) and Dr. Marilyn K. Clark Silva (marimba).

The program includes music by Copland, Claussen, and Veldkamp, showcasing a variety of musical voices and styles in an engaging and intimate performance setting.

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear outstanding performances from our faculty and guest artists!

05/20/2026

Congratulations to the Butte College Choir and Chamber Choir for a fantastic concert featuring music from the 80s!

05/17/2026

In the pit for Charlie Brown….last chance to experience this fantastic show today at 2pm!

05/14/2026

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown

• May 14 & 15 at 12:30pm
• May 15 & 16 at 7:30pm
• May 17 at 2pm

Tickets available at the door or online. Link in bio.

Join Butte College Performing Arts for a heartwarming and nostalgic production of You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, based on Charles M. Schulz’s beloved Peanuts comic strip. This charming musical brings Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus, and the whole gang to life through humor, music, and timeless storytelling.

Follow Charlie Brown and his friends as they navigate the ups and downs of childhood—from flying kites and school days to friendship and self-discovery. Filled with memorable songs and joyful moments, this production is perfect for audiences of all ages.

Featuring a live band made up of Butte College students and local professional musicians, adding energy and authenticity to this engaging theatrical experience.

Don’t miss this delightful and family-friendly musical that celebrates the simple joys of life!

05/02/2026

Rhythm & Riffs Music Festival

Tonight! FREE!

Join us for the Second Annual Rhythm & Riffs Music Festival, a high-energy celebration of live music featuring ensembles from Butte College and Chico State. Held at Cafe Coda in Chico, this free, family-friendly event brings together a wide range of styles, performers, and sounds in a vibrant outdoor setting.

Enjoy performances by the Butte Jazz Big Band, Butte Pop Bands, Butte Jazz Combos, CSU Chico Pop Band, and more. With music running throughout the evening, this festival highlights the diversity and creativity of student musicians across multiple genres.
In addition to great live music, guests can enjoy food trucks and a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere—perfect for an evening out with family and friends.

Come experience an unforgettable night of rhythm, riffs, and live music in the heart of Chico!

04/22/2026

Reflections in Sound: Music as Art
Butte College Black Box Theatre

Tickets: $10 Adults | $5 Students and Youth
Credit cards only

Join the Butte College Symphonic Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Ryan Heimlich, for an evening exploring the connection between music and visual art. This immersive program brings together sound, color, and imagination through works by Reed, Likhuta, Mahler, Vaughan Williams, Sakai, Ticheli, and Sousa—each translating visual ideas, landscapes, and emotion into music.

Featuring artwork from local and student artists, this multi-sensory experience blends performance and visual expression in creative and unexpected ways.

Arrive early for pre-concert art and sound activities beginning at 6pm and be part of the experience before the music begins.

04/18/2026

Check out our Spring 2026 Performance Preview! Lots of great shows and performances - something for everyone! Link in bio.

04/18/2026

Huge congratulations to all of the students and directors on an outstanding Spring Pop Band Show! The energy, creativity, and musicianship on display made for an unforgettable night—featuring original songs and crowd-favorite covers that showcased the incredible talent in our program.

Missed it or want more? You can catch the Pop Bands again soon:

Rhythms and Riffs Music Festival
Saturday, May 2nd | 4–9pm
Café Coda
Free Admission

Up next in the Black Box:

Symphonic Band Concert
Thursday, April 23rd | 7pm
Butte College Black Box Theatre
Tickets: $10 Adults | $5 Students and Youth

01/09/2026

This playlist features selected student works from MUS 87: Composition at Butte College during the Fall 2025 semester. These original pieces represent a wide range of styles, approaches, and creative voices, developed through semester-long projects focused on musical structure, texture, timbre, form, and expressive intent.

Students composed for a variety of instruments, ensembles, and media, exploring both traditional and contemporary techniques while refining their individual artistic identities. Each piece reflects the composer’s unique musical perspective and the skills developed through guided study, peer feedback, and iterative revision.

We are proud to share these works as a celebration of student creativity, experimentation, and growth within the Butte College Music Department.

This playlist features selected student works from MUS 87: Composition at Butte College during the Fall 2025 semester. These original pieces represent a wide...