Art competitions were a major part of the modern Olympic Games from 1912 to 1948. Medals were awarded for architecture, literature, music, painting and sculpture, with all works having the theme of sport. And at the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics the composition silver medal was won by none other...
The American chamber orchestra Kontrapunktus, founded in 2015 and based in the Los Angeles area, plays classical music in a Baroque style. The orchestra returns in August 2024 with five performances of its longest, most ambitious production yet, 'Bach & Telemann: Collegium Musicum'. Even though...
project not only honors the composers but also introduces new audiences to classical music in an innovative way. Her first performance took place atCogX Festival in May 2024. Her recent keynotes/performances include Kennedy Center Creativity & Tech Summitin Washington D.C. andTED AI in San ...
To the editor: How disappointing that 11 notable figures talked about a “true” Los Angeles sans palm trees and the Hollywood sign, and not one said a word on this city as a classical music capital. (“Cut the palm trees and Hollywood sign. For the 2028 Olympics, what’s the real...
“Dance is an integral part of the concept for ‘Cirque Orchestra,”’ Painchaud said. “Because there are no words, the body becomes the language. We chose the movements to express the emotions of the music--its joy, its wildness, its drama.” ...
The article presents news related to classical music. Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel will become the music director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic in 2009. Vladimir Jurowski will lead the London Philharmonic in a series of...
I asked her about the history of the California Symphony and its name. “The orchestra was founded in 1986 as the New Contra Costa Symphony, and in 1988, they changed the name to California Symphony Orchestra so as not to limit operations and performances to only the Diablo Valley,” Bergau...
Upcoming Performances Joseph Douglass: "My End is My Beginning" Travel into the past with music from the Baroque, Classical and 20th Century played on period accurate instruments. When Mar 07, 2024, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM Where Los Angeles, ...
and the Calidore Quartet. Mira is currently in the ninth grade at the Geffen Academy at UCLA. Her interests include reading, writing, and listening to music of all genres. She also enjoys travelling and experiencing new international cuisines. Mira lives in Los Angeles with her parents and bel...
Seating is limited for these amazing evenings that feature intimate command performances and lavish buffet dining indoors and out on garden patios. On three Thursday evenings, the Festival will present the “Chamber Music Hour” concerts at the Park City Community Church – a beautiful venue with ...