Antonio Vivaldi is best known for his iconic The Four Seasons, but his work extends far beyond this famous collection of seasonal compositions. Although a violin player by trade, Vivaldi was adept at writing for all instruments and musical genres of his day. Featuring Colburn Conservatory talent in a breathtaking display of virtuosity, this program explores the non-seasoned sides of the Venetian master. This performance will be livestreamed.
VIVALDI Concerto for 4 Violins in F Major VIVALDI Concerto for Flute and Two Violins in A Minor VIVALDI Concerto for Strings in D Minor, “Madrigalesco” VIVALDI Concerto for Two Violins in A Minor VIVALDI Concerto for Violin in C Major VIVALDI Concerto for Violin in D Major VIVALDI Concerto for Two Oboes in D Minor VIVALDI Concerto in G Major, “Alla Rustica”
Your enthusiastic company and philanthropic support are requested for Celebrate Colburn Gala 2025, our hallmark annual event that raises vital funds to provide students with access to excellence through scholarships and academic programs. This year we honor the remarkable contributions of our esteemed Civic Honoree, Richard W. Colburn, and Legacy Honorees, Dr. Herbert Zipper (1904–1997) and Trudl Dubsky Zipper (1913–1976). Join us in the Colburn School’s 75th anniversary year as we celebrate these extraordinary individuals with an inspiring day of music, dance, and community.
Experience great artistry as students from the Conservatory of Music perform solo and chamber works in this weekly recital series. Performance Forum is generously underwritten by Alice Steere Coulombe. This performance will be livestreamed.
Experience a vibrant evening of music as the LLS Orchestra brings the passion and color of Spain to life in a spectacular concert.
This afternoon of playful pieces begins with Gershwin’s An American in Paris, which paints a vivid picture of life in the French capital—bustling streets, car horns, and all. The musical fireworks continue in a jazz-influenced piano concerto by Ravel before the lively spirit and dance-like melodies of Dvořák’s Eighth Symphony close out the program.
GERSHWIN An American in Paris RAVEL Piano Concerto in G Major DVOŘÁK Symphony No. 8
Music Academy students show off their talents in this intimate recital series featuring a delightful mix of repertoire. This performance will be livestreamed.
We think your workday needs a little intermission. So log off for an hour, grab your lunch to-go, tell your favorite coworker, and catch a free, live concert on the Colburn School Plaza. Concerts at Colburn is a weekly musical performance that will be each Tuesday at noon, starting April 15 - May 6. Concerts at Colburn shine a spotlight on this iconic arts and culture institution in DTLA, while also showcasing the talents of their students. Concerts in Colburn are presented in partnership with DTLA Alliance and the Colburn School.
‘30 for 30’ composers Michael Frazier, Brandon Rolle, Zanaida Robles, and Daniel Allas use Franz Liszt’s Liebestraum No. 3 as a point of departure, creating new work on what it means to love, to dream. Performed by Aron Kallay.
Students of Colburn Faculty Tatjana Masurenko show off their talents in this intimate recital, featuring a delightful mix of repertoire.
Hear original works from innovative 20th and 21st-century composers in this performance highlighting contemporary music. The program includes Stravinsky's rhythmic The Rite of Spring, arranged for marimba and piano; a Bartók sonata exploring the piano's roots as a percussion instrument; and a soulful piece by Shelley Washington for piano, percussion, and bass. This performance will be livestreamed.
STRAVINSKY The Rite of Spring (arr. Komljenovic) BARTÓK Sonata for Two Pianos and Percussion SHELLEY WASHINGTON Silk
Music Academy students perform thrilling works for two pianos in this year-end concert. This performance will be livestreamed.
Camerata Pacifica artists are representative of the world’s finest, bringing to our stage their highly individual personalities for dynamic performances of music that span the huge, eclectic range of the chamber music repertoire
Robert Schumann –Violin Sonata No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 105 Clara Schumann – Three Romances for Violin and Piano, Op. 22 Leith – Eeyore for Horn and Piano, U.S. Premiere Martlew – Nibiru, New Work for Horn and Electronics U.S. Premiere Brahms – Horn Trio in E Flat Major, Op. 40 Performers: Grace Park, Ben Goldscheider, Gilles Vonsattel
Students from the Conservatory of Music present dazzling chamber works in this intimate recital series. This performance will be livestreamed.
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This concert features contemporary works Sarah Gibson, Andrew Norman, Stephen Hartke, and Donald Crockett.
ANDREW NORMAN The Companion Guide to Rome for String Trio STEPHEN HARTKE The King of the Sun for Piano Quartet DONALD CROCKETT to be sung on the water for Violin and Viola SARAH GIBSON I do not want horses or diamonds for Piano Quintet
Join us in celebrating the many contributions of Colburn faculty member Jim Walker. Enjoy a lively concert featuring performances by Jim and his colleagues, friends, and students before heading to the South Plaza for a toast to his retirement. This performance will be livestreamed.
Students of Colburn Conservatory Brass Faculty show off their talents in this departmental recital, featuring a delightful mix of repertoire.
Talented ensembles and soloists from the Conservatory of Music present programs of beloved classical works.
This conductorless chamber orchestra comprised of talented young musicians brings to life a rich program of works by Franz Schreker, Brahms, Tchaikovsky, and LA-based composer Quenton Blanche. The concert will also feature a dazzling performance by cellist and Music Academy Concerto Competition winner Angela Rose Padula. This performance will be livestreamed.
SCHREKER Intermezzo, Op. 8 TCHAIKOVSKY Variations on a Rococo Theme QUENTON BLANCHE Habari Gani BRAHMS String Sextet No. 1
Musical Director Liz Kinnon leads Colburn's Adult Jazz Workshops in a mix of swing, blues, be-bop, and Latin-flavored tunes. Repertoire includes standards by such icons as Vince Guaraldi, Duke Ellington, Antonio Carlos Jobim, Thelonious Monk, Horace Silver, and others.
Led by Eleanor Núñez, the Community School's orchestras present a rich program of varied work.
This end-of-semester School Recital series showcases talented instrumentalists and vocalists from the Community School of Performing Arts.
Led by Adrian Dunn, the Community School’s choral program presents an evening of vibrant works for voice. This performance will be livestreamed. This event is now sold out. However, there are always no-shows. Patrons without tickets will be invited to join the standby line and allowed into the hall 10 minutes before curtain, if space is available.
Years of dedicated practice and performance culminate in a dazzling display by graduating students. This performance will be livestreamed.
Join the Community School's String Ensemble and String Orchestra for their annual spring performance. This performance will be livestreamed.
Join the Community School’s Suzuki violin and cello students for their Spring Festival. This performance will be livestreamed.
Students from the Community School’s Ed and Mari Edelman Chamber Music Institute Honor Program perform a program of varied chamber works.
Join the Community School’s Suzuki guitar students for their end-of-semester concert.
Join us as we celebrate the Community School of Performing Arts’ graduating high school seniors. The event will feature student performances and remarks.
The Community School’s Concert Band and Wind Ensemble, directed by Eleanor Núñez, perform thrilling works for brass, winds, and percussion.
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they perform their own curated programs with friends and students. This performance features works for strings by Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, and Dvořák.
BEETHOVEN Violin Sonata No. 3 DVOŘÁK Terzetto BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 BRAHMS String Sextet No. 1
Selected through a rigorous and competitive audition process, top students from the Community School take the stage in a recital showcasing solo and chamber music. This performance will be livestreamed.
Student creativity takes center stage as Colburn Dance Academy artists present a program of their original works.
This spring, our Musical Theatre Workshop have been singing, dancing and acting their way into the youthfully rebellious worlds of the musicals Hair and Thoroughly Modern Millie, while also deepening their skills in solos and duets from the musical theatre cannon.
Flute students from the Community School will perform repertoire especially composed and arranged for the instrument.
Students from the Ed and Mari Edelman Chamber Music Institute perform dazzling chamber works.
Colburn’s talented tap, hip hop, and jazz students show off their skills in this vibrant spring showcase.