Upcoming Events

September 2026

Vroman's Presents: Leigh Bardugo in Conversation with Rebecca Roanhorse

Monday, September 21, 2026
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Zipper Hall
Tickets: $43

Vroman's Presents: Leigh Bardugo in Conversation with Rebecca Roanhorse

Monday, September 21, 2026
7 pm, Zipper Hall

The highly anticipated, explosive conclusion to the Ninth House trilogy from #1 New York Times bestselling author Leigh Bardugo.

Performance Forum

Thursday, September 24, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Zipper Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, September 24, 2026
11:30 am, Zipper Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, September 26, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, September 26, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Passion and Phantasy: Britten, Mendelssohn, and More

Sunday, September 27, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets start at $30

Passion and Phantasy: Britten, Mendelssohn, and More

Sunday, September 27, 2026
4 pm, Thayer Hall

The Colburn Chamber Players season begins with a program of invention, turbulence, childhood wonder, and passionate lyricism.

October 2026

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 1, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 1, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng and Orion Weiss: The Poetry of Brahms

Friday, October 2, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $20

Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng and Orion Weiss: The Poetry of Brahms

Friday, October 2, 2026
7 pm, Thayer Hall

Acclaimed violinist Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng takes the stage with sought-after piano soloist Orion Weiss to perform all three Brahms violin sonatas. Experience music of lyrical beauty, warmth, and passion performed by two exceptional musicians whose artistry brings depth, intimacy, and brilliance to this unforgettable recital. This performance will be livestreamed.

Master Class: Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng, Violin

Saturday, October 3, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $10

Master Class: Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng, Violin

Saturday, October 3, 2026
11 am, Thayer Hall

Violinist Yu-Chien (Benny) Tseng leads an in-depth master class with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Master Class: Orion Weiss, Piano

Saturday, October 3, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $10

Master Class: Orion Weiss, Piano

Saturday, October 3, 2026
1 pm, Thayer Hall

Pianist Orion Weiss leads an in-depth masterclass with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 3, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 3, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Play it Forward: A Two Piano Benefit Concert for MELBA

Sunday, October 4, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $39.19

Play it Forward: A Two Piano Benefit Concert for MELBA

Sunday, October 4, 2026
3 pm, Thayer Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening of classical music, community and giving back at Play It Forward, a special two piano benefit concert fundraising for the MELBA Foundation. Featuring the duos Sharpe/Alcazar Piano Duo, Melissa & Matthew Alcazar & Julie Clark & Melissa Alcazar . Also featuring, the up-and-coming Titan Youth Orchestra with musical director Bobbie Sanchez. Special guest performances include Julie Clark, Mia Metz and more! Proceeds will support MELBA's mission to provide young students with access to musical instruments, music education, performance opportunities, and scholarships. Whether you're a music lover, support of the youth arts, or simply looking for a memorable night out, your presence makes a difference. Come experience the music, celebrate the next generation, and help us Play It Forward!

Rhythms and Revelry: Manuel de Falla’s Three-Cornered Hat

Sunday, October 4, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, The Soraya
Tickets: $13

Rhythms and Revelry: Manuel de Falla’s Three-Cornered Hat

Sunday, October 4, 2026
3 pm, The Soraya

The Colburn Orchestra season kicks off with a boisterous afternoon of storytelling and surprising soundscapes. Opening the concert is the irresistibly rhythmic Danzón No. 2 by Mexican composer Arturo Márquez. Next, the woody and melodic tones of the marimba take centerstage in Kevin Puts’s Mozart-inspired concerto. Finally, a comic tale of romance, trickery, and comeuppance is brought to life in Manuel de Falla’s rambunctious Three-Cornered Hat.

Candlelight Presents: Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More

Sunday, October 4, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Zipper Hall
$74–$85

Candlelight Presents: Vivaldi's Four Seasons & More

Sunday, October 4, 2026
5:30 pm, Zipper Hall

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Vivaldi at Zipper Concert Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to the Beatles

Sunday, October 4, 2026
7:45 pm - 9:15 pm, Zipper Hall
$43–$79

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to the Beatles

Sunday, October 4, 2026
7:45 pm, Zipper Hall

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now to discover the music of The Beatles at Zipper Concert Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Faculty Recital: Margaret Batjer, Violin, featuring Minhye Choi and Ray Ushikubo, Piano

Friday, October 9, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can (Minimum $5)

Faculty Recital: Margaret Batjer, Violin, featuring Minhye Choi and Ray Ushikubo, Piano

Friday, October 9, 2026
7 pm, Thayer Hall

Join us for an evening of artistry and inspiration as Margaret Batjer, Director of Colburn's Music Academy takes the stage with pianists Minhye Choi and Ray Ushikubo to perform works for violin and piano by Dvořák, Schumann, Respighi, and Elgar.

Opening Notes: Discover the Magic of Music, featuring the 12 String Trio

Saturday, October 10, 2026
10 am, Zipper Hall

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 as performers bring characters and an engaging story to life onstage. These performances feature lighting effects and sudden noises. A sensory-friendly breakout space will be available for children who wish to step away from the performance as needed. No prior musical experience is required. Just come ready to listen and explore!

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 10, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 10, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Community School Faculty Showcase

Saturday, October 10, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Tickets: $15

Community School Faculty Showcase

Saturday, October 10, 2026
6 pm, Zipper Hall

Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This concert spotlights the Community School’s esteemed instructors.

LACO Master Class Series: Angela Hewitt, Piano

Monday, October 12, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets available soon 

LACO Master Class Series: Angela Hewitt, Piano

Monday, October 12, 2026
11 am, Thayer Hall

Pianist Angela Hewitt leads an in-depth masterclass with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Chamber Forum

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Chamber Forum

Tuesday, October 13, 2026
2 pm, Thayer Hall

Students from the Conservatory of Music present dazzling chamber works in this intimate recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Camerata Pacifica Presents Rachmaninoff & Schubert

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Zipper Hall
$85

Camerata Pacifica Presents Rachmaninoff & Schubert

Wednesday, October 14, 2026
8 pm, Zipper Hall

Camerata Pacifica — High Definition Chamber Music at Zipper Hall

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 15, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 15, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Kuniko Kato Presents: REICH90 Tour

Friday, October 16, 2026
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm, Zipper Hall
$43–$79

Kuniko Kato Presents: REICH90 Tour

Friday, October 16, 2026
7:30 pm, Zipper Hall

REICH90 is the North American tour of the STEVE REICH PROJECT, conceived and produced by internationally acclaimed percussionist Kuniko Kato(JP) in celebration of Steve Reich's 90th birthday. Long trusted by Reich himself, Kato has devoted more than three decades to performing and championing his music. Bringing together Japan's most emerging young percussionists, the project reflects her enduring commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists while pursuing the highest standards of musical excellence. Following an enthusiastic response and sold-out performances across Japan, REICH90 now brings this vibrant celebration of Reich's legacy to audiences in North America.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 17, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 17, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Colburn at St. Paul

Saturday, October 17, 2026
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Free, no tickets required

Colburn at St. Paul

Saturday, October 17, 2026
8 pm, Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church

Talented ensembles and soloists from the Conservatory of Music present programs of beloved classical works.  

Mayrig: A Mother’s Voice

Sunday, October 18, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets start at $30

Mayrig: A Mother’s Voice

Sunday, October 18, 2026
3 pm, Thayer Hall

An immersive program centered on the human voice, Mayrig (“mother” in Armenian) pulses with passion and celebration, resilience and rage. Created by Karen Ouzounian and Lembit Beecher, Mayrig weaves recordings of Ouzounian’s mother and grandmother with Armenian melodies from their ancestral Anatolia; songs and stories drawn from their post-genocide Lebanese home; and the beloved music of French and Armenian singer-songwriter Charles Aznavour. 

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 22, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 22, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

The Modigliani Quartet with Pianist Fabio Bidini

Thursday, October 22, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Tickets start at $35

The Modigliani Quartet with Pianist Fabio Bidini

Thursday, October 22, 2026
7 pm, Zipper Hall

The Modigliani Quartet, hailed by BBC Music Magazine as "one of the greatest string quartets of the last 100 years," brings its precision and warmth to the Colburn stage. They will be joined by Pianist Fabio Bidini, Carol Colburn Grigor Piano Chair, for a vibrant finale.

Classical Reflections: From Mozart to Ravel

Friday, October 23, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Tickets start at $27

Classical Reflections: From Mozart to Ravel

Friday, October 23, 2026
7 pm, Zipper Hall

Renowned Classical specialist Dame Jane Glover leads this time-traveling exploration of Classical-era music. First, Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin blends 18th-century melodies with 20th-century rhythms in a woodwind-rich tribute to those lost in World War I. A late-Classical bassoon concertino by Bernhard Crusell then showcases the instrument’s warm sound and impressive versatility. Mozart’s unapologetically Classical Symphony No. 38 closes the concert with a dramatic flourish.

Grand Avenue Arts: All Access

Saturday, October 24, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm, Colburn School
Free, no tickets required

Grand Avenue Arts: All Access

Saturday, October 24, 2026
11 am–4 pm , Colburn School

The LA community is invited to explore, be curious, pop in, and choose their own adventures at more than 10 participating cultural institutions. Stop by Colburn's Plaza for fun family activities, then visit our friends on Grand Avenue.

Library Live: Student Chamber Ensemble Performances

Saturday, October 24, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Colburn Library
Free, registration required

Library Live: Student Chamber Ensemble Performances

Saturday, October 24, 2026
1 pm, Colburn Library

Library Live invites audiences into the Colburn Library to enjoy intimate programs of chamber music performed by Colburn students. This series creates a close, immersive experience that brings you nearer to the music and the musicians who bring it to life.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 24, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 29, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, October 29, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Chamber Forum

Friday, October 30, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Chamber Forum

Friday, October 30, 2026
2 pm, Thayer Hall

Students from the Conservatory of Music present dazzling chamber works in this intimate recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Library Live: Student Chamber Ensemble Performances

Saturday, October 31, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Colburn Library
Free, registration required

Library Live: Student Chamber Ensemble Performances

Saturday, October 31, 2026
1 pm, Colburn Library

Library Live invites audiences into the Colburn Library to enjoy intimate programs of chamber music performed by Colburn students. This series creates a close, immersive experience that brings you nearer to the music and the musicians who bring it to life.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 31, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, October 31, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

November 2026

See the Music, Hear the Dance

Sunday, November 1, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Tickets: $35

See the Music, Hear the Dance

Sunday, November 1, 2026
5 pm, Zipper Hall

Join us for a conversation and performance exploring the relationship between music and movement in the work of Christopher Wheeldon. Trudl Zipper Dance Institute Artistic Director Janie Taylor is joined by Jason Fowler—former New York City Ballet dancer and stager of Wheeldon's works—for a discussion spanning his career as performer and guardian of these ballets. Polyphonia, Wheeldon's breakthrough work set to music by György Ligeti, comes to life in excerpts performed by artists from LA Ballet.

Master Class: Nina Lee, Cello

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $10

Master Class: Nina Lee, Cello

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
1 pm, Thayer Hall

Cellist Nina Lee leads an in-depth masterclass with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Performance Forum

Thursday, November 5, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, November 5, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Chamber Forum

Friday, November 6, 2026
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Chamber Forum

Friday, November 6, 2026
2 pm, Thayer Hall

Students from the Conservatory of Music present dazzling chamber works in this intimate recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Opening Notes: Sensory-Friendly Concert

Saturday, November 7, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Free, registration required

Opening Notes: Sensory-Friendly Concert

Saturday, November 7, 2026
10 am, Zipper Hall

Colburn invites audiences of all ages and abilities to join us for a new series where music and listeners are set free from traditional concert expectations. These concerts celebrate music as a space where everyone belongs, featuring sensory-friendly elements and a supportive environment that encourages connection, expression, and fun. Join us for a free, 40-minute musical experience where families may come and go as needed. This is a supportive, judgment-free space where movement, vocalization, and occasional excitement is understood and embraced.

Master Class: Nina Lee, Chamber Music

Saturday, November 7, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $10

Master Class: Nina Lee, Chamber Music

Saturday, November 7, 2026
1 pm, Thayer Hall

Cellist Nina Lee leads an in-depth masterclass with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, November 7, 2026
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Music Academy Showcase

Saturday, November 7, 2026
5 pm, Thayer Hall

Music Academy students show off their talent in this intimate weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to Whitney Houston

Saturday, November 7, 2026
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm, Zipper Hall
$43–$79

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to Whitney Houston

Saturday, November 7, 2026
5:30 pm, Zipper Hall

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Whitney Houston at Zipper Concert Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Saturday, November 7, 2026
7:45 pm - 9:15 pm, Zipper Hall
$43–$79

Candlelight Presents: Tribute to Taylor Swift

Saturday, November 7, 2026
7:45 pm, Zipper Hall

Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Los Angeles. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Taylor Swift at Zipper Concert Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Colburn at St. Paul

Saturday, November 7, 2026
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church
Free, no tickets required

Colburn at St. Paul

Saturday, November 7, 2026
8 pm, Saint Paul the Apostle Catholic Church

Talented ensembles and soloists from the Conservatory of Music present programs of beloved classical works.  

Shades of Sound: From Mozart to Shostakovich, with Nina Lee, Cello

Sunday, November 8, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets start at $30

Shades of Sound: From Mozart to Shostakovich, with Nina Lee, Cello

Sunday, November 8, 2026
4 pm, Thayer Hall

Cellist Nina Lee of the acclaimed Brentano Quartet brings a "bold, wholly convincing" presence to a program of striking range and depth. Mozart's Piano Quartet in E-flat, one of the first ever written for the form, opens with grace and wit. Nielsen's Wind Quintet charms with offbeat character, Akiho's Aluminous electrifies with rhythm and color, and Shostakovich's String Quartet No. 8 closes like a reckoning—haunting, searing, and unforgettable.

Master Class: Catherine Cho, Violin

Monday, November 9, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, Thayer Hall
Tickets: $10

Master Class: Catherine Cho, Violin

Monday, November 9, 2026
1 pm, Thayer Hall

Violinist Catherine Cho leads an in-depth masterclass with Colburn students, offering a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning process of their instrument.

Studio Recital: Brass and Percussion Concert

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Zipper Hall
Free, no tickets required

Studio Recital: Brass and Percussion Concert

Wednesday, November 11, 2026
7 pm, Zipper Hall

Brass and Percussion students from the Conservatory of Music show off their talents in this intimate recital featuring a delightful mix of repertoire.

Performance Forum

Thursday, November 12, 2026
11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Thayer Hall
Pay What You Can

Performance Forum

Thursday, November 12, 2026
11:30 am, Thayer Hall

Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.

Camerata Pacifica Presents Mozart Quintet & World Premiere

Thursday, November 12, 2026
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Zipper Hall
$35-$85

Camerata Pacifica Presents Mozart Quintet & World Premiere

Thursday, November 12, 2026
8 pm, Zipper Hall

Camerata Pacifica — High Definition Chamber Music at Zipper Hall

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