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2024-25 22 Performances Included
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Included Performances for this Package
Art of the Spanish Guitar
- December 5, 2024 | 8:00 PM
Mak Grgić, guitar
VIVIAN FUNG: Prayer
RODRIGO: Fantasy for a Gentleman
DVOŘÁK: Symphony No. 8
Described by The New York Times as “a gifted guitarist,” two-time GRAMMY®-nominated artist Mak Grgić [GER-gich] is a star on the worldwide stage. For his Pacific Symphony debut, he performs Rodrigo’s masterful Fantasy for a Gentleman, filled with lively, dancing melodies, and musical sunshine.
Ft. Artists
- Rune Bergmann
- Mak Grgić
- Pacific Symphony
Holiday Organ Spectacular
- December 17, 2024 | 7:30 PM
Celebrate the season with the king of instruments! Enjoy a magnitude of musical splendors with world-class organist Todd Wilson and members of Pacific Symphony performing a delightful mix of sacred and holiday music. Favorite Christmas carols share the bill with traditional organ works that highlight the 4,322-pipe William J. Gillespie Concert Organ. Joining Todd Wilson on stage will be Barry Perkins (host and trumpet), Whitney Kaufman (soprano), Elliott Moreau (bassoon), Dennis Kim (violin), Madalyn Parnas-Moller (violin), Carolyn Riley (viola), and László Mező (cello).
Ft. Artists
- Madalyn Parnas Möller
- Elliott Moreau
- Barry Perkins
- Todd Wilson
Joss Stone: Merry Christmas, Love
- December 20, 2024 | 8:00 PM
Joss Stone, vocalist
Pacific Symphony
Cozy up for the magic of the holidays with the enchanting sounds of GRAMMY® Award-winning singer-songwriter, Joss Stone, accompanied by Pacific Symphony in a captivating performance that will lift your spirits. Stone is a modern-day siren with a voice that has dominated the soul scene, selling over 15 million albums with the same effortless grace as a breeze in the California sun. Picture yourself immersed in a festive atmosphere, surrounded by the warmth and joy of the season, as Stone’s soulful voice intertwines effortlessly with the symphony’s rich melodies.
Ft. Artists
- Members of Pacific Chorale
- Joss Stone
- Pacific Symphony
Four Seasons & Strauss
- January 9, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Dennis Kim, violin and leader
Tobias Melle, visuals
VIVALDI: The Four Seasons
STRAUSS: An Alpine Symphony (with jaw-dropping visuals!)
Vivaldi transports you to Italy for spring’s fragrant blossoming, the tourist-roasting heat of summer, autumn’s abundant harvest, and the teeth-chattering chill of winter, all with virtuosic flair. Strauss’s final tone poem unfolds as a masterpiece that takes you on an auditory hike through high Alpine peaks, from sunrise to mountain-rattling thunderstorm, and finally nightfall’s calm. Visuals projected on a large screen above the orchestra transform the concert into an immersive cinematic event, offering an enveloping narrative that will captivate both eyes and ears.
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
Leopold Loves Opera!
- January 11, 2025 | 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM
Dr. Jacob Sustaita, conductor
Victor Yerrid, puppeteer
Alexandria Burdick, soprano
Jessica Choi, soprano
Nicholas Preston, tenor
Michael O'Halloran, baritone
Leopold the puppet introduces the audience to some of opera’s greatest hits in a fun-filled, behind-the-scenes story set in an opera house!
Leopold is back to join Maestro Jake for a morning of enchantment, when Pacific Symphony brings the genius of opera's most celebrated composers to vibrant life. Featuring talented singers, each note is a journey through the greatest hits of classical music. Experience the stories and characters that have enchanted audiences for centuries. Pacific Symphony invites opera-lovers young and old to revel in the passion and the sheer joy that is the heart and soul of this great art form.
Ft. Artists
- Victor Yerrid
- Jessica M. Choi
- Michael B. O’Halloran
- Alexandria Burdick
- Dr. Jacob Sustaita
- Pacific Symphony
A Day in the Alps
- January 12, 2025 | 3:00 PM
Tobias Melle, visuals
STRAUSS: An Alpine Symphony (with jaw-dropping visuals!)
Leave your hiking boots at home and embark on a risk-free ascent to scale musical heights. With Strauss as your guide, traverse musical meadows, survive thunderous mountain storms, and reach the Alpine summit without breaking a sweat. It's an orchestral odyssey that hits the high notes of adventure—a 'peak' experience minus the actual peaks! Strap in for a high-altitude journey without leaving sea level; oxygen masks not required.
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
Symphonic Soul: A Celebration of African American Artistry
- January 25, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Experience the electrifying fusion of classical, jazz, blues, and opera with Symphonic Soul, a powerful tribute to African American artists whose contributions have shaped the very heart of American music. Conducted in part by Carl St.Clair, and curated by Debora Wondercheck, this unforgettable concert honors the legacy of African-American musicians, singers, and composers, guiding audiences through a journey from rich classical harmonies to the joyful, uplifting sounds of gospel. With masterful performances that resonate across generations, Symphonic Soul promises an evening of inspiration, celebration, and unity for all who attend.
Ft. Artists
- Dedrick Bonner
- The Singers of Soul
- Dr. Lesa Terry
- Duane Benjamin
- Christina Miles
- Pacific Symphony
Pines of Rome
- February 6, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Jeffery Biegel, piano
BERNSTEIN: Slava!
HAILSTORK: Piano Concerto No. 3, The way things really are (world premiere)
CUONG: World Premiere
RESPIGHI: Pines of Rome
Celebrate the power of nature and new horizons in music: The dazzling razzmatazz of Bernstein’s high-spirited musical prelude sets the stage for two contemporary works that follow: a new piano concerto by esteemed composer Adolphus Hailstork and a new and colorful orchestral work by Pacific Symphony’s Composer-in-Residence, Viet Cuong. Respighi’s tone poem paints in music the grandeur and history of the Eternal City, including a recording of an actual Italian nightingale singing a serene nocturne!
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
Voice & the Violin
- February 13, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Joshua Bell, violin
Larisa Martínez, vocalist
Pacific Symphony
Program to be announced
Husband and wife duo Joshua Bell and Larisa Martínez present Voice and the Violin, exploring repertoire from classical art song and opera to musical theater and selections by Puerto Rican and Spanish composers. They join Pacific Symphony and Music Director Carl St.Clair for a special evening during this celebratory season.
Ft. Artists
- Joshua Bell
- Pacific Symphony
Carmina Burana & Bach
- February 27, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Benjamin Pasternack, piano
Alisa Jordheim, soprano
Nicholas Phan, tenor
Hugh Russell, baritone
Pacific Chorale - Robert Istad, artistic director
Southern California Children’s Choir - Lori Loftus, founding director
MORTEN LAURIDSEN: O Magnum Mysterium
BACH: Keyboard Concerto in D minor, BWV 1052
ORFF: Carmina Burana
Immerse yourself in the raw visceral power of the human voice. The opening evocative work for solo voices contrasts the intricate weavings of Bach’s masterful blending of complexity and beauty. The GRAMMY® Award-winning Pacific Chorale takes centerstage for Carmina Burana, the most frequently performed choral work of the 21st century. This popular work (celebrating “Springtime,” “In the Tavern,” and “The Court of Love”) has been featured regularly in pop culture: from video games and reality television to flash mobs and Disney!
Ft. Artists
- Nicholas Phan
- Southern California Children’s Chorus
- Alisa Jordheim
- Pacific Symphony
- Hugh Russell
- Pacific Chorale
Carmina Burana
- March 2, 2025 | 3:00 PM
Carl St.Clair, conductor
Alisa Jordheim, soprano
Nicholas Phan, tenor
Hugh Russell, baritone
Pacific Chorale - Robert Istad, artistic director
Southern California Children’s Choir - Lori Loftus, founding director
Pacific Chorale - Robert Istad, artistic director
ORFF: Carmina Burana
Ladies and gents, grab your goblets and get ready for wine, women, and song featuring the raucous revelry of Carl Orff's Carmina Burana! Performed by the Grammy Award-winning Pacific Chorale, this isn't just a concert, it's a rambunctious romp through the most celebrated drinking establishments of the 13th century, without the hangover. You'll be whisked from the budding romance of "Springtime" to the rollicking "In the Tavern," and sway arm-in-arm through "The Court of Love," all under the watchful eye of the goddess Fortuna herself. So, channel your inner medieval minstrel, loosen your bowties and pearls, because we're turning the concert hall into the bawdiest watering hole in town.
Ft. Artists
- Nicholas Phan
- Southern California Children’s Chorus
- Alisa Jordheim
- Pacific Symphony
- Hugh Russell
- Pacific Chorale
Music of Phil Collins and Genesis
- March 14, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Pacific Symphony
Vocalists and program to be announced
Phil Collins’ one-of-a-kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. With the mega band Genesis and numerous solo hits, Phil Collins (along with bandmates Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford), penned unforgettable hits featured in this symphonic tribute featuring two vocalists. Show highlights include “Follow You Follow Me,” “Abacab,” “I Missed Again,” “Turn It On Again,” “Sussudio,” “One More Night,” “Take Me Home,” “Two Hearts,” and the iconic “In the Air Tonight.”
Ft. Artists
- Stuart Chafetz
- Pacific Symphony
Koh Plays Mendelssohn
- March 20, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Jennifer Koh, violin
MENDELSSOHN: Scherzo from Midsummer Night’s Dream
MENDELSSOHN: Violin Concerto
SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 10
Do not miss this opportunity to witness the synergy of GRAMMY® Award-winning Jennifer Koh’s artistry paired with the young Chilean-Italian conductor Paolo Bortolameolli’s animated direction, a combination that promises to bring a fresh and vibrant spirit to the concert hall. Prepare for a night where classical music not only entertains but also inspires and challenges the status quo.
Ft. Artists
- Paolo Bortolameolli
- Jennifer Koh
- Pacific Symphony
¡Fiesta Sinfónica! con Mariachi Garibaldi!
- March 22, 2025 | 10:00 AM, 11:30 AM
Mariachi Garibaldi
Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythms of Mariachi Garibaldi as Pacific Symphony celebrates the heart of Mexican culture with an exuberant blend of ballet folklórico and the soulful traditions of mariachi. Be swept away by the spectacle of dance and feel the roots of this rich music tradition including favorites like "Guadalajara" in a concert that invites you to be more than a spectator. Join us for a symphonic fiesta where every beat is a call to dance and every melody a celebration of life!
Ft. Artists
- Dr. Jacob Sustaita
- Pacific Symphony
Curse of the Ring
- April 10, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Cast to be announced
WAGNER: Das Rheingold
Gods, Rhine mermaids, and dwarves…oh my! Step into the mythical work of Wagner’s first opera in the iconic Ring Cycle whose story influenced Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings and whose music inspired John Williams’ iconic soundtrack to Star Wars. Under the masterful baton of Carl St.Clair—a tried-and-true Wagnerian who conducted the entire 15-hour Ring Cycle from memory in Weimar!—Pacific Symphony invites you to experience the raw power and gripping narrative of this mythic prologue, where the stakes are as high as the heavens and as deep as the Rhine itself.
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
Ben Folds
- April 25, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Ben Folds
Pacific Symphony
Join the incomparable Ben Folds for a night of genre-bending music with Pacific Symphony that’s anything but ordinary. Dubbed a musical wizard, Folds blends pop anthems with symphonic genius. Widely regarded as one of the major influencers of our generation, he continues to push boundaries, redefining what it means to be a modern-day musical icon. Fresh from his Emmy nod and always ready to drop knowledge, whether on his podcast or in his bestselling books, this award-winning singer-songwriter-composer is set to deliver a show that’s as unpredictable as it is unmissable. Get ready to be schooled in the art of cool.
Ft. Artists
- Ben Folds
- Pacific Symphony
Beethoven's Emperor
- May 1, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Alexander Shelley, conductor
George Li, piano
TAN DUN: "Jubilation" from Heaven Earth Mankind
BEETHOVEN: Piano Concerto No. 5, “Emperor”
~ Intermission ~
IMAN HABIBI: Jeder Baum spricht (Every Tree Speaks)
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 5
Experience Pacific Symphony’s next artistic and music director, Alexander Shelley, in his first concert since his appointment!
Ft. Artists
- George Li
- Pacific Symphony
Cirque Goes Broadway with Troupe Vertigo
- May 9, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Troupe Vertigo
Pacific Symphony
Troupe Vertigo enchants with an evening of breathtaking artistry, where cirque acrobatics, classical dance, and the best of Broadway melodies blend into an unforgettable symphonic spectacle. Witness as reality bends and expectations twist, with Los Angeles’s own Troupe Vertigo redefining the boundaries of performance through their dizzying dramatic fusion of Circus-Dance-Theater. Prepare to be captivated by the “WOW” factor as acrobats and aerialists dare to dazzle to music from Broadway’s greatest shows, brought to vivid life by your Pacific Symphony.
Ft. Artists
- Troupe Vertigo
- Pacific Symphony
Cathedrals of Sound
- May 15, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Paul Jacobs, organ
Norbertine Fathers of St. Michael’s Abbey
TRADITIONAL: Gregorian Chant
BACH: Sinfonia in D Major, BWV 1045
GUILMANT: Symphony No. 1
BRUCKNER: Symphony No. 7
Experience a spiritual odyssey beginning with the timeless serenity of Gregorian chant, transporting you to the vaulted arches of ancient abbeys. The journey continues with Bach’s Sinfonia, where melodic lines weave a complex yet harmonious tapestry, reminiscent of stained-glass patterns cast in sunlight. The sonic architecture ascends with Paul Jacobs on the organ, presenting a piece that showcases the grandeur and dynamic capabilities of the king of instruments. The evening culminates with a work that combines Bruckner’s devout faith with his rich symphonic voice, creating towering soundscapes that promise to resonate within the soul.
Ft. Artists
- Paul Jacobs
- Pacific Symphony
Verdi's Requiem
- June 5, 2025 | 8:00 PM
Pacific Chorale, Robert Istad, artistic director
VERDI: Messa da Requiem
Verdi’s monumental work has been described as an “opera in ecclesiastical dress” due to its theatrical power and dramatic force that is as compelling and intense as any of his operas. The Requiem is rich with emotional contrasts and unforgettable arias, like the “Libera me” for soprano, that showcases Verdi’s lyrical genius. With its soaring choral lines, striking orchestral forces, and the visceral impact of the “Dies irae” and the ethereal beauty of the “Sanctus,” this Verdi masterpiece transcends the traditional liturgical settings. It is a celebration of human emotions in the face of mortality.
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
- Pacific Chorale
Rediscover Verdi's Requiem
- June 8, 2025 | 3:00 PM
Pacific Chorale—Robert Istad, artistic director
VERDI: Messa da Requiem
This isn't your typical requiem; it's Verdi unbuttoned and unbound. With St.Clair's commentary slicing through the history and straight to the heart, expect a visceral journey through the "Dies irae," where terror and beauty collide, and the "Sanctus," a celestial burst of clarity. The "Libera me" is not just sung; it's unleashed—a raw, pleading force of nature that will seize your soul. Buckle up for an audacious concert where the sacred meets the gut-wrenching drama of the opera house. Forget what you thought you knew—this is Verdi, reinvented.
Ft. Artists
- Pacific Symphony
- Pacific Chorale
La Vida Loca
- June 13, 2025 | 8:00 PM
José Sibaja, trumpet
Luisito Quintero, percussion
Vocalists to be announced
Pacific Symphony
We’re throwing the ultimate Latin pop party! Dive into a night of passion with the greatest hits of the ‘90s and ‘00s Latin pop explosion. We’re talking the steamy serenades of Enrique Iglesias, the Miami Sound Machine vibes of Gloria Estefan, the guitar god grooves of Santana, the unbridled energy of Ricky Martin, and more. Curated and led by audience-favorite, Enrico Lopez- Yañez. World-renowned vocalists, multi- GRAMMY® Award winner José Sibaja on trumpet and Luisito Quintero on percussion join the orchestra for a high-octane evening featuring spectacular new symphonic arrangements created by Lopez-Yañez and Sibaja. ¡Vámonos!
Ft. Artists
- José Sibaja
- Luisito Quintero
- Pacific Symphony
Artists
Carl St.Clair
Conductor
Pacific Symphony
Pacific Chorale
Dennis Kim
Violin
Hugh Russell
Baritone
Enrico Lopez-Yañez
Conductor
José Sibaja
Trumpet
Carolyn Riley
Alisa Jordheim
Soprano
László Mező
-Cello
Elliott Moreau
Bassoon
Barry Perkins
Trumpet and host
Todd Wilson
Organ
Rune Bergmann
Guest Conductor
Mak Grgić
Guitar
Southern California Children’s Chorus
Norbertine Fathers of St. Michael's Abbey
Paolo Bortolameolli
Guest conductor
Jennifer Koh
Violin
Nicholas Preston
Tenor
Jeffrey Biegel
Joshua Bell
Violin
Paul Jacobs
Organ
George Li
Piano
Dr. Jacob Sustaita
Conductor
Whitney Claire Kaufman
Soprano
Mariachi Garibaldi
Alexander Shelley
Conductor
Madalyn Parnas Möller
Violin
Nicholas Phan
Tenor
Larisa Martínez
Soprano
Stuart Chafetz
Guest Conductor
Ben Folds
Joss Stone
Vocalist
Luisito Quintero
Percussion
Alexandria Burdick
Soprano
Victor Yerrid
puppeteer
Debora Wondercheck
Curator
Troupe Vertigo
Dedrick Bonner
The Singers of Soul
Dr. Lesa Terry
Artistic Director
Duane Benjamin
Music Director and Arranger
Christina Miles
Storyline Developer
Bruce Cecil
Production Manager
Members of Pacific Chorale
Jessica M. Choi
Soprano
Michael B. O’Halloran
Baritone
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