Los Angeles Philharmonic Appoints Vineta Sareika as Concertmaster
Vineta Sareika has been appointed Concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic.
Los Angeles Classical Music News Coverage
The latest news on performances of Classical Music in Los Angeles.
Long Beach Symphony Will Perform DISNEY’S PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: THE CURSE OF THE BLACK PEARL in Concert
Long Beach Symphony will kick off its “SoundWaves Series” as it presents Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl in concert featuring Klaus Badelt & Hans Zimmer's score performed live to the film.
Colburn to Launch 2026-27 Season With Star Guest Conductors and Artists
Colburn announced its 2026-27 season of orchestral, chamber, recital, and dance performances in Los Angeles, featuring guest conductors Jane Glover and JoAnn Falletta, plus the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center and Canadian Brass.
LA Children's Chorus to Launch 40th Anniversary West Coast Tour with Free Pasadena Concert
The Grammy-winning Los Angeles Children's Chorus will kick off a 12-day West Coast Tour with a free public send-off concert in Pasadena before performing in Vancouver, Seattle, Eugene, and San Francisco.
SONIC LIVE IN CONCERT to Launch Global Tour With US and UK Premieres
Senbla and SEGA announced Sonic Live In Concert, a new concert experience celebrating 35 years of the franchise, with US and UK premieres featuring a live orchestra, rock musicians, and vocalists performing music from across the Sonic universe.
Daniel Harding Appointed as Next Music Director of the LA Philharmonic
The Los Angeles Philharmonic announced Daniel Harding as its next Music Director, with his tenure set to begin in the 2027/28 season overseeing programming at Walt Disney Concert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, and The Ford.
REDCAT Will Present GRAMMY-Winning PARTCH Ensemble in Los Angeles
REDCAT will present the GRAMMY Award-winning PARTCH Ensemble in Los Angeles, featuring newly constructed instrument replicas, a world premiere, and a post-show instrument petting zoo.
Scott Dunn Orchestra Will Perform HELL TO HOLLYWOOD at The Wallis
The Scott Dunn Orchestra returns to the Wallis Annenberg Center with FROM HELL TO HOLLYWOOD, exploring music by European émigré composers who fled the Nazis and shaped Hollywood's first golden age.
Los Angeles Master Chorale Will Present SOUND WAVES at Walt Disney Concert Hall
The Los Angeles Master Chorale will present SOUND WAVES, an immersive concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall featuring two world premieres and works inspired by water, breath, and nature.
John Williams Composes New Fanfare 'Bravo Gustavo!' for LA Phil Concert
John Williams composed a new fanfare, 'Bravo Gustavo!', as a tribute to Gustavo Dudamel and the LA Phil musicians, receiving its world premiere at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
LA Phil Will Perform MUSIC FROM THE FILMS OF WES ANDERSON at the Hollywood Bowl
The LA Phil announced a star-studded lineup for Music from the Films of Wes Anderson at the Hollywood Bowl, featuring Beck, Jeff Goldblum, Karen O, Rufus Wainwright, and more across three nights.
LIFE OF MOZART Will Be Presented By Pasadena Choral Society
The Pasadena Choral Society will present Life of Mozart, a concert performance combining Mozart’s Requiem with a dramatic narrative drawn from the composer’s own writings.
The Tabernacle Choir Returns To Hollywood Bowl For 100th Anniversary
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square announced a Songs of Hope Benefit Concert at the Hollywood Bowl on June 24–25, 2026, marking 100 years since its first performance there, with 100% of ticket sales benefiting global charities.
LA Phil Appoints Anna Handler as Conductor-in-Residence
The LA Phil has appointed Anna Handler as Conductor-in-Residence, beginning with the LA Phil’s 2026/27 season.
Greg Evigan Releases New Album Recorded With Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
Actor Greg Evigan, known for B.
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Video: Il Volo Is Bringing Their World Tour to a City Near You
Internationally acclaimed trio Il Volo return to The Roundtable as they kick off the North American leg of their massively successful World Tour, running April 15 through May 2 with stops in Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco, Denver — and maybe more to come? I think so! Watch in this video.
The Music Center Unveils Spotlight Grand Prize Finalists For 2026 Grand Finale
The Music Center has announced the 2026 Spotlight Grand Prize Finalists, who will perform at the Ahmanson Theatre.
Verdi Chorus To Present VERDI IN ESPAÑA Spring Concert In Santa Monica
The VERDI CHORUS will present 'Verdi in España' as part of their 42nd season, featuring two exclusive performances at the First Presbyterian Church this April.
Pasadena Chorale To Present SONGS OF LOVE CONCERT
The Pasadena Chorale will present SONGS OF LOVE, an intimate concert exploring themes of romance, devotion, and loss, on March 25, 2025 at 7:30 p.
Student Composers And Los Angeles Master Chorale To Premiere AMERICAN DREAM At Cortines Concert Hall
Over 90 students from Ramón C.
The Soraya’s MUSIC KNOWS NO BORDERS Series Continues With March Performances
The Soraya will continue its Music Knows No Borders series in March with performances by Tigran Hamasyan, Villalobos Brothers with Edna Vazquez, and Quinteto Astor Piazzolla.
Interview: John Holiday of AKHNATEN at La Opera
Countertenor John Holiday stars as Akhnaten in LA Opera’s spectacular revival of the acclaimed Philip Glass opera, February 28 through March 22 - and I can’t wait to see it.
Brightwork newmusic Will Present RING OF FIRE at Sierra Madre Playhouse
Brightwork newmusic will present 'RING OF FIRE,' a concert featuring contemporary chamber works from Peru to Cambodia, at Sierra Madre Playhouse on April 3.
The Soraya to Host Joshua Bell, NY Philharmonic Quartet, and Mahler Chamber Orchestra
The Soraya will present a series of classical music performances featuring Joshua Bell, the New York Philharmonic String Quartet, and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra with Yuja Wang.
Pepe Romero Will Return to Long Beach Symphony
Long Beach Symphony will soon present “Pepe Romero Returns”, a highlight of the 2025–26 Classical Series, on February 28, 2026 at 7:30 PM at the Long Beach Terrace Theater.
Pacific Jazz Orchestra and Heart of LA to Host Summer Jazz Intensive for Youth
Pacific Jazz Orchestra and Heart of Los Angeles will present a two-week Summer Jazz Intensive for young musicians aged 14-20, focusing on string, woodwind, brass, and rhythm instruments.
Camerata Pacifica to Debut David Bruce's New Composition in Southern California
Camerata Pacifica's season will continue with a daring musical mix, including the world premiere of Natural Light, a Camerata Pacifica-commissioned work for wind quintet and Thai button gong by David Bruce.
LA Phil Insight, Moca, And Haegue Yang Unveil STAR-CROSSED RENDEZVOUS
LA Phil Insight and MOCA will present Star-Crossed Rendezvous, a dual-site program pairing Haegue Yang’s exhibition with a live performance of Isang Yun’s Double Concerto.
Details Set for ANCESTRAL TABLE as Part of 2025/26 Body and Sound Festival
The LA Phil, Mary Prescott and Liquid Music confirmed program details for Ancestral Table.
Los Angeles Children’s Chorus Unveil s 40th Anniversary Season Highlights
The Grammy Award–winning Los Angeles Children’s Chorus has announced its 40th anniversary season for 2026, featuring performances with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and LA Opera, a debut at the Oregon Bach Festival, benefit concerts, masterclasses, and annual spring and winter concerts.
Martin Chalifour To Begin Residency At Sierra Madre Playhouse With Romantic Violin Recital
Violinist Martin Chalifour will begin a season-long residency at Sierra Madre Playhouse with The Romantic Violin, presented February 14 and 15, 2026.
Pasadena Playhouse To Present MICRO MOZART Concerts Ahead Of Performances Of AMADEUS
Pasadena Playhouse will present 'MICRO MOZART', a unique series developed in partnership with the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, showcasing classical music performances.
Long Beach Symphony to Present ENDLESS LOVE Valentine's Concert
This Valentine's Day, Long Beach Symphony invites couples, friends, and music lovers to enjoy an exuberant evening of romance and rhythm at Endless Love – A Valentine's Concert! on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Long Beach Arena.
Scott Dunn Orchestra Will Present THOSE FABULOUS FILMS OF THE SEVENTIES At The Wallis
The Scott Dunn Orchestra will present Those Fabulous Films of the Seventies at the Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts.
Esa-Pekka Salonen to Lead Scriabin's PROMETHEUS, POEM OF FIRE with LA Phil
The LA Phil today confirmed program details for the first program of its 2025/26 Body and Sound festival—Prometheus with Esa-Pekka Salonen at Walt Disney Concert Hall.
Camerata Pacifica To Ring In The New Year With Viola And Piano Works By Beethoven, Schubert, And Schumann
Camerata Pacifica will present a series of chamber concerts featuring works for viola and piano by Beethoven, Schubert, and Schumann.
The Pasadena Choral Society To Present Seasonal Favorites From Handel’s MESSIAH
The Pasadena Choral Society will present seasonal selections from Handel’s Messiah on Wednesday, December 10 at 7:30 p.
The Music Center To Host Festive Holiday Programming Across Downtown Los Angeles
The Music Center in Downtown Los Angeles will present a full slate of holiday programming through December 2025, featuring performances and events from TMC Arts, LA Phil, LA Opera, Center Theatre Group, and the Los Angeles Master Chorale.
Boston Court Pasadena to Present West Coast Premiere of MARIOLOGY by Nancy Keystone
Boston Court Pasadena will present the West Coast premiere of Mariology, a new play written and directed by Nancy Keystone and developed with Critical Mass Performance Group, beginning November 8, 2025.