Events

Witness the fiery energy of young Beethoven, Mendelssohn, and Jörg Widmann, capturing the raw drive that propels artistic vision from promise to breakthrough. BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in C Minor, Op. 1, No. 3 Liza Ferschtman, violin; Clive Greensmith, cello; Juho … Read More

Program Claude Debussy (1862–1918) Sonata for Cello and Piano, L. 135 I. Prologue II. Sérénade III. Finale Nadia Boulanger (1887–1979) Trois Pièces for Cello and Piano I. Modéré II. Sans vitesse et à l’aise III. Vite et nerveusement rythmé Gabriel … Read More

Immerse yourself in the ethereal Nordic soundscape of Nielsen, Mustonen, and Sibelius, whose crystalline textures and sweeping melodies evoke the radiance of Scandinavia. NIELSEN String Quintet Blake Pouliot, Alan Gilbert, violins; Kyle Armbrust, SoHui Yun, violas; Kajsa William-Olsson, cello   … Read More

Join us for an unforgettable evening of live jazz at Vroman’s Bookstore, presented in partnership with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music. On August 2nd from 5–6 PM, PCM Jazz Faculty & Friends take the stage with Nicole McCabe (saxophones), Aaron … Read More

Marvel at the remarkable beauty of early masterpieces by history’s greatest prodigies who revolutionized the world of chamber music. HANDEL Trio Sonata for Oboe, Violin and Continuo in C Minor Nicholas Daniel, oboe; Stefan Jackiw, violin; Ruben Valenzuela, harpsichord; Jakob … Read More

This special concert features the premieres of the 12 new works written as part of the 2025 Impulse New Music Festival, performed by our Festival Trios and ensemble-in-residence, Brightwork Ensemble. The concert will also include selections by the late American … Read More

Alexander Milovanov is one of the most prominent classical guitarists of his generation, recognized for captivating audiences with profound musical insights and stunning virtuosity. Alexander has performed numerous solo recitals internationally and in major cities across the United States, including … Read More

Chiacheng Sen received the Doctoral of Music degree in piano performance from UC Santa Barbara with full scholarship and Master degree from the prestigious New England Conservatory of Music . Chiacheng Sen has 20 years of teaching experience and has … Read More

Join AEO’s Nebula Chamber Series for an afternoon of music composed specifically for strings. The concert program features an unusual String Quartet Instrumentation: 5 String Electric Violin, 5 String Electric Violin, Acoustic Violin, and Acoustic Cello with music by guest composer/performer Sarah … Read More

Beverly Reese Dorcy, piano/percussion, was formerly principal percussionist with the Fresno Philharmonic, Tacoma Opera, Bellevue Philharmonic, San Francisco Women's Philharmonic, Monterey Opera, Monterey Pops Orchestra, Golden Gate Opera and Classical Philharmonic. She has also performed extensively with the San Diego … Read More