This powerful concert traces a path from adversity to triumph, spotlighting Beethoven’s “Serioso” Quartet and Bridge’s Cello Sonata, both echoing the turmoil and resolve of wartime, alongside Coleridge-Taylor’s Romantic Clarinet Quintet, a testament to overcoming societal barriers. BEETHOVEN String Quartet No. 11, Op. 95 “Serioso”  James Ehnes, Simone Porter, violins; Jonathan Vinocour, viola; Paul Watkins, […]

This concert brings the festival to a vibrant close, featuring an eclectic mix of pieces that celebrate the joy of music. From Paul Schoenfield’s lively Trio for Clarinet, Violin, and Piano, to the pastoral serenity of Vaughan Williams’ The Lark Ascending, and the rhythmic vitality of Bernstein’s “Symphonic Dances” from West Side Story, concluding with […]

Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.  The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe and so expanded our comprehension. The dome for the telescope—designed by Chicago architect D.H. Burnham—is a 20th century temple to science whose […]

Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.  The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe and so expanded our comprehension. The dome for the telescope—designed by Chicago architect D.H. Burnham—is a 20th century temple to science whose […]

The Sierra Madre Playhouse proudly announces an electrifying series featuring the Grammy-nominated ensemble Wild Up, with a performance on September 9 at 7:30 PM. Celebrating innovation and creativity, these concerts will spotlight works by living composers based in Los Angeles, showcasing Wild Up's unique blend of new music, theater, performance art, and pop. Committed to […]

Our 40th Anniversary Season begins with a new Music Guild commission by our own Music Director and Conductor, Dwayne S. Milburn, as we celebrate the musicians and supporters who have contributed to our ongoing success. Prepare for a sonic spectacular that will fill every corner of St. Matthew’s stunning interior space. World-renowned saxophonist Jan Berry […]

LOS ANGELES CHAMBER ORCHESTRA MARGARET BATJER Director of Chamber Music JUHO POHJONEN Piano LACO’s 24/25 season @ The Wallis begins in the depths of 19th century Romanticism with Juho Pohjonen and a program of seminal masterworks by Robert Schumann and Franz Schubert. Experience the gravity of infatuation with Schumann’s Three Romances, an enduring love letter to his dear […]

Delirium Musicum makes their exciting return to BroadStage after a captivating performance in the 2023/24 Season! A self-conducted chamber orchestra that brings together some of the most creative and refined musicians in Los Angeles, Delirium Musicum is dedicated to providing lively, impassioned, and engaging musical performances that deeply connect the audience to the musicians. Led […]

Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.  The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe and so expanded our comprehension. The dome for the telescope—designed by Chicago architect D.H. Burnham—is a 20th century temple to science whose […]

Diana Tash, Mezzo-Soprano with Armen Guzelimian, Pianist

Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope.  The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe and so expanded our comprehension. The dome for the telescope—designed by Chicago architect D.H. Burnham—is a 20th century temple to science whose […]

Dennis Kim, ViolinJonah Kim, CelloSean Kennard, Piano MENDELSSOHN: Piano Trio No. 1 in D Minor (Op. 49)JOHN WINEGLASS: World Premiere In their first performance of the season, Trio Barclay brings to life Mendelssohn’s iconic Piano Trio No.1. Composed in 1839, Mendelssohn's Piano Trio is a remarkable work that showcases the composer's lyrical brilliance and innovative approach […]