Events

VMF’s Artistic Director Nuvi Mehta and acclaimed pianist/composer Greg Anderson in a special program exploring the life, times, and unforgettable music of legendary American composer George Gershwin - don’t miss this unique blend of storytelling and performance! Schedule 11:00am - … Read More

Beijing Guitar Duo ... Praised by the distinguished Classical Guitar Magazine as “having the star potential to serve as inspiration for new generations of guitarists to come,” the Beijing Guitar Duo made their New York debut in Carnegie Hall in 2010 and launched … Read More

Darrin Blumfield - Pianist

Laevitas (Kenneth Liao, violin & Drew Butcher, guitar). Laevitas is a dynamic violin-guitar duo founded by Kenneth Liao and Drew Butcher.  

Founded in Los Angeles in 2022, the Webern Quartet has been featured in The New Yorker, where they were praised as having “found the through line of Schoenberg’s personality.” Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–91) Quartet in F Major No. 23, K. … Read More

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

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

Sergei Prokofiev (1891–1953) Sonata for Two Violins in C Major, op. 56 I. Andante cantabile II. Allegro III. Commodo (quasi allegretto) IV. Allegro con brio Martin Chalifour, Ambroise Aubrun, violins Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840–93) String Sextet in D Minor, op. … Read More

This performance is sold out. To join the waitlist, contact the Box Office at 858.459.3728 or boxoffice@theconrad.org. Seats are available to watch this concert in Livestream @ The JAI. Renowned conductor Alan Gilbert and legendary soprano Renée Fleming join forces … Read More

Composer-flutist-conductor Daniel Kessner received his Ph.D. with Distinction at the University of California, Los Angeles, in 1971, studying with Henri Lazarof. His more than 140 compositions have received over 800 performances worldwide, and 28 works are recorded commercially. Most of … Read More

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–91) Piano Quartet in E-flat Major, K.493 I. Allegro II. Larghetto III. Allegretto Gabriel Fauré (1845–1924) Piano Quartet No. 1 in C Minor, op. 15 I. Allegro molto moderato II. Scherzo, Allegro vivo III. Adagio IV. Allegro … Read More

Jessie Montgomery, the 2023 Musical America Composer of the Year and our 2025 composer-in residence, is a GRAMMY-winning, acclaimed composer, violinist, and educator. In her Takeover concert, she curates an evening that offers a glimpse into the reasons behind her … Read More

Experience the synergy of composer-performers Montgomery, Ysaÿe, and Dvořák, each intimately bound to the strings they played as they forged new frontiers. JESSIE MONTGOMERY Concerto Grosso Stefan Jackiw, violin solo; Nicholas Daniel, oboe, Noah Bendix-Balgley, Jake Shim*, violins; Kyle Armbrust, … Read More

Dear friend! We have just been informed by Hollywood Piano that their air conditioner is out of service and will not be fixed till next week. Considering that the forecast for Friday promises 104°F, we have moved the concert to … Read More

Program 1. Schubert Impromptu Op. 90, No. 1 in C minor 2. Chopin Polonaise in F-sharp minor, Op. 44 3. Ravel Gaspard de la nuit 4. Rachmaninoff Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 36 (1931 version) Tickets Free … Read More

Join the OC Cello Quartet, a group of classically trained local musicians, for an afternoon of exquisite string music. They will perform pieces from a variety of genres. Musicians: Melissa Bausley John Rasmussen Effy Huang Suzanne LaRoque

Award-winning violinist Jason Issokson, who has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and as a member of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, presents Iconic Masterworks for Violin, including beloved pieces by Bach, Beethoven and Kreisler. He will be joined by … Read More

Greatness inspires greatness. Homage honors the profound exchange of influence between composers with an extraordinary collection of soul-stirring works that channel the spirit of past masters. PURCELL Chacony in G Minor (arr. Britten) Blake Pouliot, Stephen Waarts, violins; Joseph Skerik, … Read More

Yuko Mabuchi is officially SOLD OUT! Thank you to everyone who grabbed tickets — this show is going to be unforgettable. Yuko Mabuchi returns for an evening of unforgettable jazz. A globally acclaimed pianist from Japan, Yuko blends the rhythms … Read More

Sädesärla is a world fusion duo project presenting original compositions and arrangements of folk music from Sweden, Thailand, and beyond with Christopher Adler on khaen, the bamboo free-reed mouth organ from Laos and Northeast Thailand, and Batya MacAdam-Somer on violin, … Read More

Each year, the Emerging Composers Competition (hosted by San Diego New Music) solicits musical scores from college-age composition students across the San Diego–Tijuana metropolitan area. They select the most promising young composers to write a brand-new work for their annual … Read More

By weaving ideas and elements of earlier musical traditions into their compositions, these cherished composers created fresh, dynamic pieces that showcase the influence of history on the development of exciting new music. BRAHMS Cello Sonata No. 1 in E Minor, … Read More

Special Guest J. Kenji López-Alt, James Beard Award-winning best-selling author and culinary superstar, combines his passions in a unique event exploring the connections between gastronomy and music, with the help of festival musicians and cooking demonstrations by Kenji and some … Read More

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

Be among the first to explore our brand-new Learning Center. Meet our faculty, see sample classes, participate in interactive demonstrations, hear student and faculty performances, and register for fall classes! 10:00 am Check in, receive a tote bag and bingo … Read More

House on Fire is a bold and adventurous new music ensemble formed by pianists and composers Wells Leng, Richard An, and Andrew Anderson. Grounded in their shared roots as pianists but expanded by their versatility on a wide range of … Read More

Javid & Naoko is a New Flamenco ensemble comprised of a husband and wife guitar virtuosos Javid & Naoko. Exquisitely original guitar compositions instilled with the intense energy of the heart and the fiery passion of the soul. Javid & … Read More

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

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

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

Long Beach Chamber Music Group's 11th Annual Summer Concert! We are going back old school this concert with our fantastic string orchestra. Featuring music that some of us took on tour in Europe this summer and solo violin concerto, performed … Read More

The Westside Chamber Orchestra (WCO) is a Sounds Like LA program led by Music Director Brian Stone. Concert produced in collaboration with The Da Camera Society. SOUNDS LIKE LA Sounds Like LA is a nonprofit that provides free music education … Read More

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

Experience a transcendant, exciting performance of beloved classics by Vivaldi, Handel and Bach reinterpreted by rising soprano Roksana Zeinapur and the acclaimed button accordion virtuoso Nikolay Sivchuk. Rarely performed on the button accordion, this repertoire takes on new depth and … Read More

Ms. Dow regularly collaborates with her sister, Sandra Azzoni Wood, violinist in presenting recitals as the Azzoni Duo. Recent performances on the West Coast include the Newport and Nixon Library Series, Classical Music Encounters of Orange County and an organ … Read More

Lady Margaret Beaufort – mother of Henry VII. and grandmother of Henry VIII. – was instrumental in securing the crown for the Tudor dynasty at the conclusion of the Wars of the Roses.  Despite her political manœuverings, she was famous … Read More

Dmitry Kirichenko began his musical education under a Soviet system that selected only the best, most talented students for artistic study. At the age of 7, he was accepted into the Stolyarsky School of Music. Upon graduation he was accepted … Read More

Ruth Kasckow, flute and Bryan Pezzone, piano MUSIC AT NOON Featuring local and visiting performers in thirty-minute concerts free to the community. Wednesdays at 12:10 pm In the Sanctuary

Quarteto Nuevo merges western classical, eastern European folk, Latin and jazz with an organic feel that packs a wallop! The ensemble’s razor-sharp precision is enhanced by jazzy interludes, lightly rumbling percussion motifs and mesmerizing rhythms. They effectively meld the music … Read More

Kristen Spath is a Boston Massachusetts native, becoming a Southern California transplant in 2002. Originally, Spath trained as a classical pianist at the South Shore Conservatory of Music located in Hingham, MA; but soon Spath’s passion developed into a love … Read More

Experience the powerful work of Street Symphony at Sierra Madre Playhouse, where music becomes a bridge to connection, healing, and hope. This intimate, unconventional program features Street Symphony’s jazz band and a small ensemble of singers — no more than … Read More

ACTIVITIES BEGIN AT 11 AM | CONCERT BEGINS AT 2 PM Though the activities are open to everyone, seat availability for the concert at The Broad Stage is limited. Seats are on a first come, first served basis. If you … Read More

Seven Memorials by Stephen Andrew Taylor Brendan White - piano

Michelle Kardos, organ

We are living in the midst of multiple political, social, and environmental crises. In such difficult times, music can provide some respite – a opportunity to appreciate beauty in the world and to find rejuvenation. In collaboration with the Department … Read More

This eclectic program brings together a rich tapestry of musical voices, beginning with Six Bagatelles, Op. 126, Beethoven’s final published work for solo piano. Though modestly titled “bagatelles” — a term suggesting triviality — these miniatures are anything but. They … Read More

Experience an electrifying evening of Mozart, Chopin, Liszt, Scriabin, and Gershwin performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Kirill Gliadkovsky. $10 suggested donation to the IVC Keyboard Fund.