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Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra (PSYO) hosts a Concerto Competition each season, offering PSYO members a chance to win a solo performance opportunity during their Spring concerts. This competition serves as a powerful avenue for gifted young musicians to develop and
The Abduction from the Seraglio (Die Entführung aus dem Serail) is a singspiel – a form of German-language music drama (some interpret it now as a genre of opera with spoken word). Mozart wrote this singspiel based on Christoph Friedrich
Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings has been named Grand Champion in their division at the 2026 National Orchestra Festival hosted by the American String Teachers Association at their annual conference in San Francisco, CA. Pacific Symphony Santiago Strings (PSSS) is composed
Maurice Ravel’s “Daphnis et Chloé” is a shimmering, monumental masterpiece, but its creation was anything but serene. Behind the lush harmonies and explosive climaxes lies a chaotic tale of clashing egos, artistic warfare, and a composer’s quiet revenge. Commissioned in
SIBELIUS: Symphony No. 1 in E minor, Op. 39 Sibelius, like Brahms, waited to finish his first symphony. His career was well underway when he tackled the challenge in his early 30s. And, like Brahms, he paid attention to the
Rachmaninoff wrote his Piano Concerto No. 2 after he recovered from a severe case of writer’s block. He dedicated the work to the doctor who had helped him to overcome his fears and depression.
Get ready to tune into the season as Pacific Symphony drops the beat at its stunning new outdoor venue for SummerFest 2024 at Great Park Live in Irvine.
The City of Irvine City Council and the Great Park Board approved the setup and operation of the temporary Great Park amphitheater, Great Park Live…
This year, on March 23, the stage will be set ablaze with the electrifying performances of vocalist Shahram Nazeri (aka “Iran’s Pavarotti”), and a host of other musical artists who’ll take you on a sonic journey through contemporary Iranian symphonies and the soul-stirring melodies of traditional Persian music. This program is a special collaboration between Pacific Symphony and Farhang Foundation…
Carlos Miguel Prieto is a name that lights up the world of music with his vibrant energy and profound interpretations. Imagine someone who’s not just conducting from the podium in the front of an orchestra but is also a dynamic