LOS ANGELES CLASSICAL MUSIC NEWS COVERAGE - PAGE 2

The Society of Composers & Lyricists (SCL) applauds the bipartisan leadership of Senators Thom Tillis (R-NC), Chris Coons (D-DE), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), and Adam Schiff (D-CA) for introducing the Block Bad Electronic Art and Recording Distributors (Block BEARD) Act of 2025....

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO), in partnership with the National MS Society, will present Music + The Body, a free community event at The Broad Stage on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2025....

Long Beach Symphony has announced its 2025–26 season, featuring a dynamic combination of classical and pops programming that reflects the organization's commitment to musical excellence and community engagement....

The LA Lawyers Philharmonic celebrated its 16th anniversary on Saturday, June 28 with a special concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall, featuring a stirring performance of Carmina Burana, selections from The Phantom of the Opera, and Pictures at an Exhibition....

Sunset ChamberFest continues its 2025 season with a compelling program at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, examining the lingering influence of Richard Wagner on French composers at the dawn of modernism....

The Consul General of Bulgaria in Los Angeles, Mr. Boyko Hristov, his spouse, Mrs. Sylvia Hristova, and Mrs. Irina Maleeva, in collaboration with internationally renowned musicians, hosted an evening of chamber music....

Camerata Pacifica, noted for its adventurous musical offerings, continues its season with an intriguing program of remarkable works for percussion and piano that features two sets of musical spouses, April 1-6, 2025, at four Southern California locations. ...

The Verdi Chorus will continue its 41st  season with its Spring 2025 Concert Bella Bellini for two performances only at the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Monica on April 26 and 27, 2025. ...

The Consul General of Bulgaria in Los Angeles, Mr. Boyko Hristov, and his spouse, Mrs. Sylvia Hristova, in collaboration with internationally renowned musicians, will host an evening of chamber music featuring a string quartet, piano, and flute, showcasing Classical Bulgarian Music in honor of...

The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra’s Music Director Jamie Martín and Executive Director Ben Cadwallader has announced the Orchestra’s 2025/26 season, bringing together renowned guest artists with LACO’s exceptional musicians for performances of unparalleled artistry, from revered masterpieces ...

The Da Camera Society of Mount Saint Mary’s University, has announced its spring concerts featuring superb chamber music in culturally significant sites across LA....

The LA Phil has announced engagement extensions for two longtime collaborators: Herbie Hancock will continue his role as Creative Chair for Jazz through May 2027 and Thomas Wilkins will continue his role as Principal Conductor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra through 2028....

Pasadena Chorale begins the second half of its 2024-2025 season with Sing America Part One: I, Too, a stirring program honoring the profound musical legacy of Black American composers while embracing new voices in choral music....

The Ridgecrest Chamber Music Society will present Dolce Armonia, an evening of beloved operatic and classical masterpieces, led by baritone David Hodgson this month in Ridgecrest....

From March 4 through May 3, 2025, Roy and Edna Disney CalArts Theater (REDCAT), LA Phil Insight and Wild Up, collaborate on a festival that uplifts the legacies of Julius Eastman and Arthur Russell — legendary collaborators whose music is expansive, quintessentially queer, in which every ...

The Israel Philharmonic will return to the United States for a five-city tour, March 19–26, 2025, conducted by Music Director Lahav Shani. See the tour dates and learn how to purchase tickets....

The Verdi Chorus Sing -Along, which the Verdi Chorus was to have offered at the First Presbyterian Church in Santa Monica on January 25, 2025, has been cancelled due to the ongoing situation with the Palisades Fire. Learn more....

GRAMMY Award-winning American organist Paul Jacobs will be presented by the Los Angeles Philharmonic in a solo organ recital at Walt Disney Hall....

The iconic Blue Note Jazz Club is expanding to Los Angeles, bringing the legendary reputation of its renowned New York flagship to the heart of LA’s dynamic music scene. Learn more!...

Camerata Pacifica, the international chamber music collective renowned for its musical versatility and bold programming, launches the New Year with the first of two programs on the Camerata Pacifica Baroque series curated by acclaimed flutist Emi Ferguson....

Los Angeles Philharmonic Association has appointed Mitch Bassion to the position of Chief Philanthropy Officer, effective February 17, 2025. ...

Pasadena Chorale has announced three holiday performances this December, with most events free to the public. Celebrate the season with festive music and community spirit in Pasadena....

Explore the fusion of Eastern and Western string traditions with the Raga Trio at Sierra Madre Playhouse on November 17. The ensemble's trailblazing artists include premier Indian classical violinist Indradeep Ghosh, hailed as the “Prince of Violin, sitar sensation Paul Z. Livingstone, and tabla v...

The Los Angeles Philharmonic has announced Mahlerthon, a daylong celebration of Mahler's music featuring collaborations with six Los Angeles youth ensembles....

As part of the Getty-led PST ART: Art & Science Collide Festival, Caltech will present Tonality, the Grammy Award-winning vocal ensemble, performing a program entitled HomeCare on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at 8:00 PM in the Campus’ Beckman Auditorium....

Pasadena Chorale has been awarded the prestigious 2024 American Prize in Choral Performance in the community division. This national award recognizes the Chorale's artistic excellence and commitment to bringing high-quality choral performances to the Pasadena community....

The Golden State Pops Orchestra will return to Redondo Beach for the 2024 Holiday Pops Spectacular, featuring holiday film scores and classics. Narration by KUSC's Rich Capparela included. Learn how to purchase tickets. ...

Long Beach Symphony has announced that it has been selected as one of 35 Los Angeles organizations to receive a multi-year General Operating Support Grant from the Perenchio Foundation. The $1.8 million gift is the largest ever received in its 90-year history....

MUSE/IQUE and Artistic and Music Director Rachael Worby conclude their 2024 season with four performances of Indivisible: The Glory of Lincoln's Musical Soul that explore the music that inspired and consoled President Lincoln during his tumultuous lifetime....

The Los Angeles Master Chorale's 2024-25 60th anniversary season kicks off Sunday, October 6, at 7 p.m. with Sing Joyfully | 60th Anniversary Celebration Concert....

Christopher Cross will headline the Pacific Jazz Orchestra's inaugural benefit concert at LA's Vibrato Grill Jazz on October 10, 2024. The event supports the orchestra's mission to promote jazz education and performance....

Pasadena Symphony has announced the launch of its 97th season with the debut of new Music Director Brett Mitchell on October 26 at Ambassador Auditorium....

Christopher Riddle, esteemed trombonist and leader of the Nelson Riddle Orchestra, passed away at 74 after a battle with cancer. He died peacefully on August 24, 2024....

Music Academy of the West announced the 2024-25 Mariposa Concert Series, featuring intimate performances by world-renowned musicians and alums. ...

Long Beach Symphony will present a special performance featuring America's Beach Boys Experience as part of its 90th season celebration. Learn how to purchase tickets....

Jason Subotky has been elected as The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association’s new Board Chair, effective October 1, 2024....

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra launches its 2024/25 season with ROMANTICS: SCHUBERT'S TROUT, the first of two intimate programs in the Orchestra's Chamber Series curated by Concertmaster and Director of Chamber Music Margaret Batjer, on Saturday, September 28, 2024, 7:30 pm, at Wallis Annenberg Cente...

Camerata Pacifica launches its 2024-25 season with an all-French chamber program bursting with aural texture and musical bravura September 15-20, 2024, at four Southern California venues. ...

Onstage Classical performances at The Soraya return this fall with an array of performances redefining the variety of Baroque chamber music....

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra has appointed Dai Wei as the orchestra’s 2024-25 Sound Investment Composer. Learn more about Wei and the position!...