Malcolm Warner

Inspired by the possibility of receiving a Musician Innovation Grant, which funds creative projects byPacific Symphony musicians, harpist Michelle Templeproposed an idea that in turn would inspire others. Temple's source of inspiration is not surprising-music-yet her project took root from the famous Southwestern artist Georgia O'Keeffe's idea that "music could be translated into something for the eye." 

'Music Meets Art' at Laguna Art Museum when Pacific Symphony Music Director Carl St.Clair joins the museum's Executive Director Malcolm Warner in a stimulating conversation about art and music tonight, March 26, at 7 p.m., with a reception beginning at 6:30 p.m.

'Music Meets Art' at Laguna Art Museum when Pacific Symphony Music Director Carl St.Clair joins the museum's Executive Director Malcolm Warner in a stimulating conversation about art and music on Thursday, March 26, at 7 p.m., with a reception beginning at 6:30 p.m. The event also includes a musical performance by Pacific Symphony musicians, led by violist Cheryl Gates. This concert is part of a series of free and low-cost concerts called, 'Freshly Squeezed Music: Pacific Symphony in Your Orange County Neighborhood,' created in celebration of St.Clair's 25th anniversary leading the Symphony and championing access to quality music in the community. Tickets for 'Music Meets Art' are included with admission to the museum ($7, $5 for students). Reserve tickets at www.lagunaartmuseum.org. See calendar below for remaining Freshly Squeezed Music concerts.

Pacific Symphony Music Director Carl St.Clair has spent 25 years championing music in the community, and it shows in Pacific Symphony's commitment to access, willingness to experiment and openness to sharing the stage. The Symphony celebrates Maestro St.Clair's 25th anniversary at the helm by sending its musicians out into the community to perform chamber and full-orchestra concerts throughout Orange County, with the majority of events taking place between February and June. These free or low-cost concerts are collectively called, “Freshly Squeezed Music: Pacific Symphony in Your Orange County Neighborhood.” Concerts highlight Pacific Symphony's extensive and varied reach into the community, and include new partnerships with local community-based arts organizations, as well as highlight artists and students currently involved in Pacific Symphony's education and community engagement programs.