Love Songs

Baker-Baum Concert Hall 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla

Delve into these personal dedications—whether romantic or artistic—in which composers transform love into music, revealing profound emotional milestones born from deep devotion. SCHUBERT Auf Der Strom for Tenor, Horn and Piano, D. 943 Zachary Wilder, tenor; Stefan Dohr, horn; Inon … Read More

Celebrating Ben Powell

Mount Wilson Observatory Mount Wilson

Leah Zeger, violin & vocals, Zach Dellinger, viola, Cécilia Tsan, cello, Roch Lockyer, guitar & vocals, Brian Netzley, bass. Honoring our dear friend, the late Ben Powell, violinist extraordinaire who passed away way too soon. Ben opened our series at Mount Wilson in 2017 at … Read More

$60

Celebrating Ben Powell

Mount Wilson Observatory Mount Wilson

Leah Zeger, violin & vocals, Zach Dellinger, viola, Cécilia Tsan, cello, Roch Lockyer, guitar & vocals, Brian Netzley, bass. Honoring our dear friend, the late Ben Powell, violinist extraordinaire who passed away way too soon. Ben opened our series at Mount Wilson in 2017 at … Read More

$60

Transcendence

Baker-Baum Concert Hall 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla

One of the greatest pieces in all of chamber music, the sublime Schubert string quintet, is paired with a piece it inspired, one that was so well received at its premiere the audience demanded it be played twice. PENDERECKI Clarinet … Read More

Tommy Emmanuel

Lisa Smith Wengler Center for the Arts 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu

Two-time GRAMMY-nominee Tommy Emmanuel, one of Australia’s most respected guitarists, has a repertoire that spans pop, jazz, blues, gospel, classical, flamenco, and aboriginal styles. Known as one of the greatest guitarists, Tommy Emmanuel is one of only four guitarists to … Read More

$27.50 – $55

Profound Reflections

Baker-Baum Concert Hall 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla

Journey into the depths of late works and visionary masterpieces in which Ravel, Shostakovich, and Beethoven each crystallize profound personal journeys. RAVEL Introduction and Allegro Julie Smith Phillips, harp; Rose Lombardo, flute; Anthony McGill, clarinet; Owen Dalby, violin; Misha Amory, … Read More

Musica Transalpina

Sierra Madre Playhouse 87 West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre

Join us for an inspiring performance by Musica Transalpina, one of Southern California’s premier baroque ensembles, led by Bryan Roach. Dedicated to reviving the grandeur of early baroque sacred music, Roach and his ensemble bring to life rarely performed masterpieces … Read More

$12 – $35

Starburst

Baker-Baum Concert Hall 7600 Fay Avenue, La Jolla

Jessie Montgomery’s vibrant Starburst meets Mendelssohn and Brahms in a grand finale that celebrates the festival’s theme—illuminating past triumphs and future horizons. JESSIE MONTGOMERY Starburst for String Orchestra SummerFest Chamber Orchestra MENDELSSOHN Concerto for Violin, Piano and String Orchestra Benjamin … Read More

Leelou & Friends

Mount Wilson Observatory Mount Wilson

LEELOU AND FRIENDS Leelou, vocals & cello, Tony Bredelet, vocals & guitar, Arnaud Dunoyer, keyboard. Leelou, young vocalist from Paris who was in the finals of “The Voice” in 2017 at age 11 and is now touring as Nefertari in the Musical … Read More

$60

Leelou & Friends

Mount Wilson Observatory Mount Wilson

LEELOU AND FRIENDS Leelou, vocals & cello, Tony Bredelet, vocals & guitar, Arnaud Dunoyer, keyboard. Leelou, young vocalist from Paris who was in the finals of “The Voice” in 2017 at age 11 and is now touring as Nefertari in the Musical … Read More

$60

Roberto Cani Memorial

Church of Scientology of the Valley 11455 Burbank Boulevard, Los Angeles

Join us in celebrating the beautiful musical friendships cultivated by LA Opera Orchestra Concertmaster and maestro violinist Roberto Cani on Sunday, September 7, 2025. Pairing heartfelt stories and favorite photos with performances of works by Bach, Rachmaninoff, Ravel, Mendelssohn, Chopin, … Read More

Free

A Musical Genesis

Zipper Hall Colburn School 200 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles

Like a finely penned missive brimming with anticipation and artistry, LACO’s 2025/26 season is ready to unfurl across an elegantly set stage.

TBD