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A 17 Year-Old Composer Takes Center Stage at This Week’s Pasadena Symphony Season Opener

A 17 Year-Old Composer Takes Center Stage at This Week’s Pasadena Symphony Season Opener

The Pasadena Symphony's 92nd season opens with concerts led by David Lockington, featuring works by Brahms, Bruch, and young composer Sydney Wang. Violinist Tessa Lark also performs.

New Music
10/20/2019
A World Premiere Opera Performed by Kids Explores How Social Media Affects Our Daily Lives

A World Premiere Opera Performed by Kids Explores How Social Media Affects Our Daily Lives

Ojai Youth Opera presents "Nightingale and the Tower", a new opera exploring the impact of technology on our lives. Premieres this weekend at Ojai’s Libbey Bowl.

New Music
05/24/2019
Live-Stream the Future of Classical Music with the Help of Luna Composition Lab

Live-Stream the Future of Classical Music with the Help of Luna Composition Lab

Luna Composition Lab, co-founded by Missy Mazzoli and Ellen Reid, offers mentorship to young, diverse composers. The program recently live-streamed world premieres by its 2019 fellows.

New Music
05/24/2019

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