Philharmonic Society of Orange County – Upcoming Concerts

In the centennial celebration of Astor Piazzolla, multi-Grammy-nominated violinist Philippe Quint performs some of his most iconic tango pieces in a program showcasing the music & movement that define this historical dance.

Two of the foremost musicians of our generation, cellist Alisa Weilerstein and pianist Inon Barnatan, join together for an impassioned livestream performance of Beethoven Cello Sonatas Nos. 2, 3, and 5.

Ludwig van Beethoven – Variations on "Ich bin der Schneider Kakadu" for Piano Trio, Op. 121a
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart – Violin Sonata No. 21 in E minor K. 304
Gabriel Fauré – Élégie, Op. 24
Johannes Brahms – "III. Scherzo" ("Sonatensatz") in C minor from the F-A-E Sonata
Johannes Brahms – Piano Trio No. 2 in C major, Op. 87

2-time Grammy-nominated pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet returns to Orange County to perform Claude Debussy’s Préludes, showcasing the composer’s expressive depth & free-spirited musical tendencies.

The 2021 Laguna Beach Music Festival with this a program of music & dance both composed & improvised, featuring pianist/composer/Festival Artistic Director Conrad Tao & tap dancer Caleb Teicher.

The Westerlies, JACK Quartet, violinist Stefan Jackiw, cellist Jay Campbell, & pianist Conrad Tao celebrate American music. Featuring arrangements of folk tunes & works by Charles Ives, Caroline Shaw, Woody Guthrie, & more.

Pianist/composer/Artistic Director Conrad Tao closes the 2021 LBMF with violinist Stefan Jackiw & the JACK Quartet. Works by Tao, Elliott Carter, Johannes Brahms, & Amy Williams, bookended by J.S. Bach's Chromatic Fantasy & Fugue.

Claude Debussy – Violin Sonata in G minor, L. 140
Franz Schubert, arr. Franz Liszt – Gretchen am Spinnrade ("Gretchen at the spinning wheel"), D. 118
Francisco Tárrega, arr. Ruggiero Ricci – Recuerdos de la Alhambra
Pablo de Sarasate – Spanish Dances, Op. 22, No. 1" “Romanza Andaluza”
John Adams – Road Movies
Ludwig van Beethoven – Violin Sonata No. 9 in A major, Op. 47 "Kreutzer"

Multi-Grammy-winning soprano Renée Fleming captivates audiences in a recital of beloved songs and arias that highlight her sumptuous voice, consummate artistry, & compelling stage presence.