Nic Gerpe

Thayer Hall 200 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles

Nic Gerpe: Islands Islands evoke myriad vivid impressions and captivate our imaginations. As places of stunning beauty, mystery, and isolation, “where the contours of the land itself form a kind of sinewy poetry,” countless associations come with the very mention … Read More

$15 – $25

Takacs String Quartet

Samueli Theater 615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa

The legendary Takács Quartet brings their unparalleled artistry to the stage, illuminated by the soft glow of candlelight. Prepare to be mesmerized by their refined performance and profound musical interpretations. Their program is a delightful mix of classic and contemporary, … Read More

TBD

Adam Millstein & Dominic Cheli

Thayer Hall 200 South Grand Avenue, Los Angeles

The dynamic duo of violinist Adam Millstein and pianist Dominic Cheli performs works by innovative composers who profoundly impacted the trajectory of 20th-century music.  PROGRAM INFORMATIONKAPRÁLOVÁ Elegy JANÁČEK Violin Sonata SCHULHOFF Sonata for Solo Violin MARTINŮ Violin Sonata No. 2 

$18

Beauty in Tension

Sometimes, music soars. Sometimes, it aches. And sometimes, it refuses to resolve — until it finally does. This program explores the fragile, cathartic space between dissonance and harmony. From Mozart’s “Dissonance” Quartet and Janáček’s Intimate Letters to Prokofiev’s lyrical modernism, … Read More

$10 – $45

Beauty in Tension

Village Studios 1616 Butler Avenue, Los Angeles

Sometimes, music soars. Sometimes, it aches. And sometimes, it refuses to resolve — until it finally does. This program explores the fragile, cathartic space between dissonance and harmony. From Mozart’s “Dissonance” Quartet and Janáček’s Intimate Letters to Prokofiev’s lyrical modernism, … Read More

$10 – $45

Hermann Hudde

The Sanctuary Studio 225 N Broadway, Santa Ana

Hermann Hudde is an acclaimed classical guitarist, scholar, and educator whose performances span prestigious stages across Europe and the Americas—from the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston to La Maison de l’Amérique Latine in Paris. Known for his expressive artistry … Read More

$20

Spinphony

Armstrong Theatre 3330 Civic Center Dr, Torrance

Instrumental crossover string quartet Spinphony is breaking down barriers between classical, rock, and pop music. Mixing and mashing catchy melodies into unique arrangements such as "Bach in Black" and "Don't Stop Beethoven", Spinphony is more like a rock band than … Read More

$35 – $45

Valentin Kovalev

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

Siberian-born saxophonist Valentin Kovalev is a bold new voice in classical music, known for his dynamic style and global perspective. A recent winner of the Naumburg Saxophone Competition and Concert Artists Guild’s Audience Award, he has performed to acclaim across … Read More

$33

Beauty in Tension

Sometimes, music soars. Sometimes, it aches. And sometimes, it refuses to resolve — until it finally does. This program explores the fragile, cathartic space between dissonance and harmony. From Mozart’s “Dissonance” Quartet and Janáček’s Intimate Letters to Prokofiev’s lyrical modernism, … Read More

$10 – $45

Classics at the Merc

The Merc at Old Town Temecula Theater 42051 Main Street, Temecula

Join us in The Merc on the 2nd Sunday of each month for chamber performances by the region’s best professional musicians. The intimate setting of The Merc allows the audience and musicians to interact with each other so you can … Read More

$5 – $20

Mackenzie Melemed

Meng Concert Hall 800 North State College Boulevard, Fullerton

Mackenzie Melemed, piano

$8 – $10

CMS Lincoln Center

Caltech’s Beckman Auditorium 332 South Michigan Avenue, Pasadena

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Viola Celebration: The unique timbre of the viola — rich, dark, and soulful — has made it the instrument of choice for composers seeking to add even more luscious beauty to chamber ensembles. Chamber Music … Read More

$25 – $70