Los Angeles Upcoming Events
Snarky Puppy
Next Up: Saturday, October 3 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Since winning their first of five GRAMMY Awards in 2014, Snarky Puppy has become one of the most in-demand ensembles of their generation, with bassist and composer Michael League leading a collective of 20 musicians and composers who rotate through…
Colburn Orchestra
Next Up: Sunday, October 4 | 3:00pm | The Soraya
After an inspiring performance last season at The Soraya, Mexican conductor and GRAMMY Award-winner Carlos Miguel Prieto returns. The Soraya’s tradition of presenting major figures in the orchestral world conducting the flagship ensemble from the Colburn Conservatory continues for its…
Seffarine
Next Up: Thursday, October 8 | 8:00pm | Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz
🇺🇸 Seffarine takes its name from the ancient metalworking square in Fez, Morocco, famous for the rhythmic sound of blacksmiths’ hammers and where Lamiae Naki’s family has long been known as master craftsmen.Blending Arabic, Andalusian, West African, flamenco, and Persian…
Branford Marsalis & Dianne Reeves Celebrate John Coltrane
Next Up: Thursday, October 8 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
This year marks the centennial of late jazz master John Coltrane’s birth. The saxophonist, bandleader, and composer revolutionized jazz and has long been considered one of the most influential figures in American music. Honoring his legacy, Dianne Reeves unites with…
Opening Notes: Discover the Magic of Music, featuring the 12 String Trio
Next Up: Saturday, October 10 | 10:00am | Zipper Hall - The Colburn School
Designed for children ages 13 and under but open to all, the Opening Notes concerts spark imagination and make learning about music feel easy and exciting. Led by Conservatory students, this lively 40-minute performance combines music, storytelling, and theatrical adventure…
Gershwin and the Golden Age featuring Michael Feinstein
Next Up: Sunday, October 11 | 7:00pm | The Soraya
After achieving massive success on Broadway and in classical music, George Gershwin moved to Hollywood, joining the predominantly Jewish composers behind Hollywood film scores of the 1930s. Composing original songs and scores for films starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers…
Al Jardine & The Pet Sounds Band
Next Up: Thursday, October 22 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
The Beach Boys founder Al Jardine gathers The Pet Sounds Band to share the best of band co-founder Brian Wilson. Wilson, who died in June 2025, was often called the soul of The Beach Boys’ sound and was responsible for the melodies and lyrics of…
Ghost Light: A Haunted Evening of Music, Movement, and Stories
Next Up: Friday, October 23 | 7:00pm | Lineage Performing Arts Center
Perfect for families, theater lovers, and anyone who enjoys a good ghost story, Ghost Light is more whimsical than frightening, offering just the right amount of Halloween magic for audiences of all ages. Featuring Lineage’s signature fusion of expressive dance…
Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra
Next Up: Friday, October 23 | 8:00pm | Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz
🇺🇸 The Los Angeles Virtuosi Orchestra (LAV) is an orchestra of professional musicians dedicated to the advocacy and support of music education. Founded in 2013 as a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, the ensemble was formed on the core belief that…
Happy Hour with Grant Gershon
Next Up: Sunday, October 25 | 3:00pm | Westerbeck Recital Hall at Pasadena City College
One of Southern California's most influential musical leaders joins Brian Lauritzen for an evening of conversation, stories, and live music. From conducting to programming to building artistic communities, Grant Gershon shares insights from a remarkable career at the center of…
No(w) Beauty
Next Up: Thursday, October 29 | 8:00pm | Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz
🇺🇸 Recognized as one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary jazz, NO(w) Beauty is a French-American quartet co-led by four of the most acclaimed musicians on today’s scene (Hermon Mehari • Trumpet / Enzo Carniel • Piano / Damien…
Majo Aguilar con Mariachi y Banda
Next Up: Thursday, October 29 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Majo Aguilar makes her Soraya debut with the premiere of an all-new concert. Accompanied by both mariachi and banda musicians for the very first time, Aguilar demonstrates her incredible versatility as a singer and performer by combining the two traditional…
Main Series 2: Thick as Thieves
Next Up: Friday, October 30 | 7:30pm | St. Mary's Episcopal Church of Laguna Beach
Some ensembles are assembled for a performance. Others are forged over decades of concerts, recordings, rehearsals, road trips, and shared adventures. Resident Artists Ben Smolen, Meredith Crawford, and Cristina Montes Mateo bring their extraordinary musicianship—and unmistakable chemistry—to an evening celebrating…
Mariachi Tierra Mia
Next Up: Sunday, November 1 | 6:00pm | Boston Court Pasadena
Come celebrate Día de los Muertos with the amazing mariachi music of Mariachi Tierra Mia! Back by popular demand, Mariachi Tierra Mia returns to Boston Court for a special concert that celebrates the music and Día de los Muertos in…
Main Series 2: Thick as Thieves
Next Up: Sunday, November 1 | 7:00pm | The Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes Estates
Some ensembles are assembled for a performance. Others are forged over decades of concerts, recordings, rehearsals, road trips, and shared adventures. Resident Artists Ben Smolen, Meredith Crawford, and Cristina Montes Mateo bring their extraordinary musicianship—and unmistakable chemistry—to an evening celebrating…
Double Sens Chamber Orchestra
Next Up: Thursday, November 5 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Double Sens was born from violinist Nemanja Radulović’s questions of identity about his music and his life between France and Serbia. Bringing together Serbian and French musicians in 2008, Radulović’s artistic vision was realized when the ensemble’s music would break…
JAZZ | Marlonius Jazz Orchestra and Mara Kaye: Billie Holiday and The Blues
Next Up: Sunday, November 8 | 8:00pm | Sierra Madre Playhouse
Brooklyn’s very own irresistible vocal force, Mara Kaye and virtuosic bassist/composer Marlonius present imaginative arrangements of iconic Billie Holiday classics and deep blues cuts with the sonically vibrant Marlonius Jazz Orchestra!This momentous phenomenon of musical fusion sheds new light onto…
Just Jazz Foundation: John Escreet
Next Up: Thursday, November 12 | 8:00pm | Boston Court Pasadena
Over the course of his career, John Escreet has earned a reputation as one of the most active and widely-celebrated pianist/composers working in jazz and improvised music. Join us for a hot evening of his incredible, piano-forward jazz stylings.
Main Series 2: Thick as Thieves
Next Up: Saturday, November 14 | 3:00pm | Harp Center LA
Some ensembles are assembled for a performance. Others are forged over decades of concerts, recordings, rehearsals, road trips, and shared adventures. Resident Artists Ben Smolen, Meredith Crawford, and Cristina Montes Mateo bring their extraordinary musicianship—and unmistakable chemistry—to an evening celebrating…
Monterey Piano Trio
Next Up: Saturday, November 14 | 8:00pm | Boston Court Pasadena
Monterey Piano Trio – Connie Kim-Sheng Fried (piano), Strauss Shi (violin), and Ben Fried (cello) – perform works that exemplify the best of the chamber music genre, combining technical brilliance and profound emotional depth. Beethoven’s “Archduke” Trio remains a grand…
Main Series 2: Thick as Thieves
Next Up: Sunday, November 15 | 11:00am | Barrett Hall at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, Los Angeles, CA
Some ensembles are assembled for a performance. Others are forged over decades of concerts, recordings, rehearsals, road trips, and shared adventures. Resident Artists Ben Smolen, Meredith Crawford, and Cristina Montes Mateo bring their extraordinary musicianship—and unmistakable chemistry—to an evening celebrating…
Munyungo Jackson
Next Up: Thursday, November 19 | 8:00pm | Boston Court Pasadena
World-renowned percussionist, composer, arranger, producer, author, and four-time Grammy winner Munyungo Jackson brings “Jungle Jazz”– a mixture of African, Latin, and Caribbean grooves complemented by Munyungo’s American jazz roots–to the stage. With over 1,200 instruments in his arsenal, and years…
JAZZ | Chris Wabich Trio
Next Up: Saturday, November 21 | 8:00pm | Sierra Madre Playhouse
Los Angeles percussionist Chris Wabich brings a bold, shape-shifting approach to rhythm that defies easy categorization. Known for his versatility across jazz, world music, fusion, and experimental traditions, he has toured internationally, recorded with artists from Leonard Cohen to Mamak…
MUSIC | YuEun Gemma Kim – Violin Recital
Next Up: Sunday, November 22 | 4:00pm | Sierra Madre Playhouse
Virtuoso violinist YuEun Gemma Kim returns to Sierra Madre Playhouse for an evening of artistry, elegance, and expressive range. Known for her luminous tone and adventurous repertoire, Kim has performed on stages across North America, Europe, and Asia—earning acclaim for…
The Bad Plus Farewell Concert
Next Up: Thursday, December 3 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
An iconoclastic jazz group known for its “genre-eschewing” style (Billboard), The Bad Plus returns to The Soraya for its last-ever concert in Los Angeles, giving fans an epic night to say their farewells with the sounds of the band’s hits…
Salastina x Norton Simon: Music and Manet Free
Next Up: Saturday, December 5 | 5:00pm | Norton Simon Museum
Paris, c. 1875. Step into the artistic world of Édouard Manet through the music of his contemporaries and friends. Featuring works by Chabrier, Bizet, Fauré, and others, this free performance at the Norton Simon Museum explores the vibrant cultural life…
Edward Scissorhands in Concert
Next Up: Saturday, December 5 | 7:00pm | The Soraya
Step into the shadowy, surreal universe of Tim Burton’s Edward Scissorhands, where whimsy walks hand-in-hand with holiday magic. CSUN Symphony brings Danny Elfman’s hauntingly beautiful score to life, performing live with Conductor John Roscigno. Lose yourself in the stunning visuals…
Delirium Musicum
Next Up: Saturday, December 5 | 7:30pm | Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz
🇺🇸 Celebrate the holiday season with Delirium Musicum, the self-conducted chamber orchestra that brings L.A.'s vibrant energy to every performance. Led by violinist and Artistic Director Etienne Gara, this special holiday concert blends festive favorites with dazzling artistry and fresh…
Amanda McBroom: Such Good Friends
Next Up: Saturday, December 12 | 8:00pm | Boston Court Pasadena
Singer/songwriter Amanda McBroom (Golden Globe-winning writer of Bette Midler’s worldwide hit, “The Rose”) returns to Boston Court to honor some of the greatest contemporary female songwriters of our time. With her multi-talented collaborators, music director Michele Brourman and bassist Larry…
Spanish Harlem Orchestra: Salsa Navidad
Next Up: Saturday, December 12 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
“Salsa-fy” your holidays with Salsa Navidad, the latest release from three-time GRAMMY®-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra and special guest the legendary Arturo Sandoval, widely recognized as one of the best trumpet players in the world. Blending traditional Puerto Rican holiday rhythms…
Happy Hour: Anne-Akiko Meyers
Next Up: Sunday, December 13 | 3:00pm | UCLA Nimoy Theater
Acclaimed violinist Anne-Akiko Meyers joins Brian Lauritzen and Salastina's Resident Artists for an afternoon of conversation and chamber music.
JAZZ | Gregg Karukas Holiday Jazz
Next Up: Sunday, December 13 | 8:00pm | Sierra Madre Playhouse
Celebrate the season with Grammy-winning pianist and composer Gregg Karukas, whose soulful touch and joyful spirit have made him one of contemporary jazz’s most beloved artists. Known for his warm melodies and impeccable groove, Karukas has performed with luminaries such…
Nochebuena with special guest Aida Cuevas
Next Up: Friday, December 18 | 7:00pm | The Soraya
Nochebuena: A Christmas Spectacular returns with a Soraya favorite and the Queen of Ranchera, Aida Cuevas — making The Soraya’s 11th-annual tradition perhaps the most memorable yet. Experience and enjoy the holiday traditions of Mexico’s many regions shared through the vibrant…
Main Series 3: Leipzig & London
Next Up: Friday, January 8 | 7:30pm | St Paul's Lutheran Church of Santa Monica
On a rare French double-manual harpsichord modeled after an instrument from 1760, Salastina explores the brilliance and contrast of two towering Baroque contemporaries. Intimate sonatas by Bach and Handel reveal distinct musical worlds united by invention, elegance, and enduring beauty.
Main Series 3: Leipzig & London
Next Up: Sunday, January 10 | 4:00pm | St Margaret's Episcopal Church in Palm Springs
On a rare French double-manual harpsichord modeled after an instrument from 1760, Salastina explores the brilliance and contrast of two towering Baroque contemporaries. Intimate sonatas by Bach and Handel reveal distinct musical worlds united by invention, elegance, and enduring beauty.
Main Series 3: Leipzig & London
Next Up: Friday, January 15 | 7:30pm | Barrett Hall at the Pasadena Conservatory of Music, Los Angeles, CA
On a rare French double-manual harpsichord modeled after an instrument from 1760, Salastina explores the brilliance and contrast of two towering Baroque contemporaries. Intimate sonatas by Bach and Handel reveal distinct musical worlds united by invention, elegance, and enduring beauty.
Main Series 3: Leipzig & London
Next Up: Sunday, January 17 | 3:00pm | The Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes Estates
On a rare French double-manual harpsichord modeled after an instrument from 1760, Salastina explores the brilliance and contrast of two towering Baroque contemporaries. Intimate sonatas by Bach and Handel reveal distinct musical worlds united by invention, elegance, and enduring beauty.
National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine
Next Up: Saturday, January 23 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Considered one of the finest symphony orchestras in Eastern Europe, the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine with conductor Volodymyr Sirenko and featured pianist Antonii Baryshevskyi will make their Soraya debut. The Grammy Award-nominated maestro leads the symphony orchestra in a…
Kronos Quartet
Next Up: Sunday, January 31 | 4:00pm | Freud Playhouse
Kronos Quartet celebrates the work and legacy of Philip Glass on his 90th birthday
Chamber Orchestra of America Featuring Joshua Bell
Next Up: Wednesday, February 3 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
In April 2025, GRAMMY Award-winning violinist Joshua Bell introduced the Chamber Orchestra of America to the world on a TED Talk in Vancouver, British Columbia. He created this new ensemble to illustrate the value and importance of classical music in…
Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane: Miles Davis and John Coltrane Centennial
Next Up: Thursday, February 11 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
The Soraya will join the centennial of John Coltrane and Miles Davis’ births with a Jazz at Naz festival opener headlined by two esteemed jazz artists: Terence Blanchard and Ravi Coltrane. The modern-day music giants have deep lifelong relationships with…
The Best is Yet to Come: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra
Next Up: Saturday, February 13 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
A Soraya favorite, the Clayton-Hamilton Jazz Orchestra joins versatile vocalist José James in a concert celebrating the music of Frank Sinatra with a fresh perspective. For James’ latest recording project, he called upon the arranging talents of John Clayton, one…
Sounds Mysterious: Love at First Listen Free
Next Up: Sunday, February 14 | 4:00pm | The Wende Musuem's A-Frame Theater
Our wildly popular musical guessing game returns with a Valentine's twist. Brian Lauritzen has once again hidden the identities of every piece on the program. Armed only with your ears and intuition, you'll join the musicians in trying to identify…
Main Series 4: Six Strings Attached
Next Up: Friday, March 5 | 7:30pm | Rothenburg Hall at The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux joins Salastina for an evening that spans centuries. From Boccherini's beloved Guitar Quintet to a world premiere by Philip White and virtuosic solo works, this program showcases the guitar's remarkable ability to blend in, stand out…
Walter Smith III
Next Up: Saturday, March 6 | 8:00pm | Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz
🇺🇸 Théâtre Raymond Kabbaz and Ron Benbassat present Walter Smith III. Walter Smith is a saxophonist, composer, and educator from Houston. An active voice on the international jazz scene, he has established himself as a leading artist of his generation…
Main Series 4: Six Strings Attached
Next Up: Sunday, March 7 | 3:00pm | The Neighborhood Church of Palos Verdes Estates
Grammy-winning guitarist Jason Vieaux joins Salastina for an evening that spans centuries. From Boccherini's beloved Guitar Quintet to a world premiere by Philip White and virtuosic solo works, this program showcases the guitar's remarkable ability to blend in, stand out…
Jacob Jonas the Company and Delirium Musicum
Next Up: Saturday, March 13 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Two Los Angeles companies and longtime Soraya collaborators unite on a double bill of groundbreaking works. Choreographer, filmmaker, and artistic director Jacob Jonas expands his piece River, and Delirium Musicum founder and violinist Etienne Gara premieres his first piece composed…
Sounds of California with Simone Porter, Blake Pouliot, and Hsin-I Huang
Next Up: Wednesday, March 17 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Musical prodigies Simone Porter and Blake Pouliot became friends while training as students at the Colburn School more than 10 years ago. Their musical journey includes extended parallels as they each performed with the Colburn Orchestra, in separate seasons, on…
Angel Stanislav Wang
Next Up: Friday, March 19 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Los Angeles-born pianist Angel Stanislav Wang takes a break from his training at the Moscow State Tchaikovsky Conservatory to return home for his recital tour, which includes his Soraya debut in LA SEEN. At age 23, he has quickly become…
LA Phil
Next Up: Friday, March 26 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Adding to The Soraya’s tradition of presenting the world’s greatest orchestras, the LA Phil will at last make their Soraya debut. In 2017, The New York Times described the LA Phil as “the most important orchestra in America. Period.” LA…
Audra McDonald
Next Up: Saturday, April 3 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Audra McDonald — winner of an Emmy Award, two GRAMMY® Awards and a record-setting six Tony Awards — returns to Los Angeles and will make her debut at The Soraya in a not-to-be-missed concert. Pronounced by Time magazine as “the…
YAMATO – The Drummers of Japan
Next Up: Friday, April 16 | 7:00pm | The Soraya
For their sixth appearance at The Soraya, YAMATO returns with a new production, Tamayura: Echoes of the Soul. The group works with more than 40 taiko drums onstage, creating powerful sounds that explode and also meticulously produce delicate music. Packed…
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Melody
Next Up: Saturday, April 17 | 6:00pm | The Maxwell House
The game is afoot! Join musicologist Kristi Brown Montesano for an immersive musical escape-room adventure at Pasadena's historic Maxwell House. Search for clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the surprising musical world of Sherlock Holmes in an evening of mystery, deduction…
National Symphony Orchestra
Next Up: Thursday, April 29 | 8:00pm | The Soraya
Formerly based at The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the National Symphony Orchestra makes its Soraya debut with Music Director Gianandrea Noseda on the podium and returning violin soloist Ray Chen. Throughout its long history, the orchestra has served the…
Main Series 5: Mythos
Next Up: Friday, May 7 | 7:30pm | St. Francis Episcopal Church
Heroes, monsters, enchantments, and transformations have inspired composers for centuries. From ancient legends to newly imagined tales, our season finale journeys through music that gives voice to the fantastical, mysterious, and timeless stories that continue to shape our collective imagination.
Main Series 5: Mythos
Next Up: Saturday, May 8 | 3:00pm | Witte Hall
Heroes, monsters, enchantments, and transformations have inspired composers for centuries. From ancient legends to newly imagined tales, our season finale journeys through music that gives voice to the fantastical, mysterious, and timeless stories that continue to shape our collective imagination.
Main Series 5: Mythos
Next Up: Saturday, May 15 | 3:00pm | The Hall of Crucifixion-Resurrection at Forest Lawn
Heroes, monsters, enchantments, and transformations have inspired composers for centuries. From ancient legends to newly imagined tales, our season finale journeys through music that gives voice to the fantastical, mysterious, and timeless stories that continue to shape our collective imagination.
Main Series 5: Mythos
Next Up: Sunday, May 16 | 11:00am | Moss Theater at New Roads School
Heroes, monsters, enchantments, and transformations have inspired composers for centuries. From ancient legends to newly imagined tales, our season finale journeys through music that gives voice to the fantastical, mysterious, and timeless stories that continue to shape our collective imagination.