UPCOMING EVENTS
Upcoming events
Solano Symphony Orchestra — Autumn Concert
Sebastián Serrano-Ayala guest conducts the Solano Symphony Orchestra in the premiere concert of its 40th season at the Vacaville Performing Arts Theatre.
The program features Dvořák’s Cello Concerto in B minor with soloist Brady Anderson, followed by Brahms’s Symphony No. 1 in C minor.
Pre-concert reception at 2:00 PM. Concert begins at 3:00 PM.
Pacific Orchestras “Human Landscapes”
The Conservatory of Music presents Pacific Orchestras concert conducted by Sebastián Serrano‑Ayala.
Gabriela Lena Frank’s “Escaramuza,” Randall Smith’s “Suite Humana,” Adolfo Mejía’s “Pequena Suite para Orquesta” and Lorenzo Fernández’s “Danza di Negri” offer distilled portraits of the human spirit, from expressive musical storytelling and folk-rooted language to culture-blending vitality and the unrelenting Afro pulse of a vibrant finale.
Tickets are available online or at the door 30 min. before the performance.
Free attendance with a valid ID: all students, Pacific faculty/staff, Pacific Emeritus faculty member, Pacific OLLI members.
Pacific Orchestras “Nature in Motion”
The Conservatory of Music presents Pacific Orchestras concert titled “Nature in Motion” conducted by Sebastián Serrano‑Ayala. Faculty artists Brittany Trotter, flute, and Guy Powell, guitar, will perform solos.
The concert's musical selections explore mystery, longing and rediscovery. Angélica Negrón's "Me He Perdido" opens the search with ambient textures drift through disorientation, and Franz Schubert’s "Unfinished Symphony" closes the journey with haunting beauty and unresolved wonder.
Tickets are available online or at the door 30 min. before the performance.
Free attendance with a valid ID: all students, Pacific faculty/staff, Pacific Emeritus faculty member, Pacific OLLI members.
Pacific Orchestras "Lost & Found"
The Conservatory of Music presents Pacific Orchestras concert titled “Lost and Found” conducted by Sebastián Serrano‑Ayala.
The musical selections of the evening explore mystery, longing and rediscovery with Emilie Mayer’s “Faust Overture”, Angélica Negrón’s “Me He Perdido” and Franz Schubert’s “Unfinished Symphony.”
Tickets are available at the door, 30 min. before the performance.
Free attendance with a valid ID: all students, Pacific faculty/staff, Pacific Emeritus faculty member, Pacific OLLI members.
Pacific Orchestras "Invincible Summer"
University of the Pacific's Conservatory of Music presents Pacific Orchestras in concert titled “Invincible Summer” and conducted by Sebastián Serrano‑Ayala.
An all-strings program filled with music of resilience and warmth includes Kenji Bunch’s “Invincible Summer,” Florence Price’s Andante Moderato, Duke Ellington’s “Solitude” and Edvard Grieg’s spirited “Holberg Suite.”
Tickets are available online or at the door 30 min. before the performance. Learn more at Pacific.edu/MusicEvents
UNM Symphony Orchestra | Symphonic Bridges
Celebrate the artistry of the UNM Symphony Orchestra in a grand finale featuring virtuosic faculty soloists and iconic orchestral works. The program opens with Wagner’s majestic Prelude to Die Meistersinger, followed by Beethoven’s Triple Concerto, performed by Carmelo de los Santos, Christoph Wagner, and Falko Steinbach. Gershwin’s jazz-infused An American in Paris concludes the evening with electrifying energy and rhythmic flair.
UNM Sinfonia | From Brahms to Beatles
Journey from classical tradition to contemporary classics with UNM Sinfonia at Keller Hall. The concert opens with Brahms’s Academic Festival Overture, followed by Warlock’s lively Capriol Suite and Cohen’s heartfelt Hallelujah. Holst’s St. Paul’s Suite captures the charm of English folk music, while a symphonic arrangement of the Beatles’ Hey Jude brings the concert to an uplifting close.
UNM Symphony Orchestra | Orchestral Gems Reimagined
Join the UNM Symphony Orchestra for an evening of music that captures both intimacy and brilliance. The program opens with Paul Dukas’s powerful Fanfare from La Peri, followed by Stravinsky’s vibrant Rondo from Concerto in D for String Orchestra. Experience the rich traditions of Latin American music in Adolfo Mejía’s Pequeña Suite and conclude the night with the timeless energy of Mozart’s Symphony No. 35 (Haffner). Don’t miss this captivating concert showcasing musical storytelling at its finest.
UNM Symphony Orchestra | Stories in Sound
Experience the UNM Symphony Orchestra live in Albuquerque with "Stories in Sound"—a captivating concert featuring classical masterpieces and modern compositions. Join us at Popejoy Hall for an unforgettable musical journey. Get tickets and view the event schedule online.
UNM Sinfonia | Sturm und Drang
Experience the stormy passion of the Sturm und Drang movement with UNM Sinfonia at Keller Hall. The program features Haydn’s dramatic Symphony No. 49 (La Passione), Sibelius’s meditative Impromptu, Albeniz’s evocative Legend of Asturias, and Smetana’s sweeping Themes from the Moldau. Join us for an evening of powerful emotions and lyrical beauty.
The Composer is Dead – Skagit Symphony
The Skagit Symphony is set to present "The Composer is Dead," a family-friendly concert featuring music by Nathaniel Stookey and text by Lemony Snicket. This engaging performance introduces audiences to the orchestra through a humorous murder mystery narrative. The event includes a Children's Music Fair at 1:00 pm, offering interactive activities and instrument exploration, followed by the concert at 2:00 pm. The concert will be conducted by Sebastian Serrano-Ayala, with narration by Damond Morris.
University of New Mexico Sinfonia
Serenade and Dance: A Night of Musical Charm
The UNM Sinfonia invites you to a captivating evening of serenades and dances, featuring soulful and lively pieces from around the world. This program includes Sibelius’s solemn Andante festivo, Elgar’s tender Salut d'Amour, and Tchaikovsky’s exuberant Serenade for Strings finale. Special highlights include Chris Thomas’s Air for Buenos Aires, spotlighting saxophonist Kyle Kushnir, and the spirited Irish Junkyard Jam by Brian Balmages. Join us for a night that blends elegance with energy, bringing beloved musical traditions to life.
University of New Mexico Symphony Orchestra
This concert explores the powerful forces of nature, a theme deeply connected to many Indigenous cultures, where nature is revered as a living entity that shapes our lives. Through three distinct works, we journey through the motion and energy of the natural world.
We begin with Anna Clyne’s Restless Oceans, a piece that captures the relentless power of the sea, symbolizing resilience and unity. Next, Victor Agudelo’s El Sombrerón draws on Maya-Quiché legends and the rich cultural landscapes of Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia. Agudelo’s music evokes the mystical relationship between nature and the supernatural, bringing folklore to life through vibrant and eerie atmospheres. We close with Dvořák’s 8th Symphony, a joyous celebration of nature’s beauty and vitality. Deeply inspired by the landscapes and folk traditions of Bohemia, the countryside comes alive in radiant melodies and dance-like rhythms, expressing the composer’s love for his homeland.
This program connects us to nature in motion, reminding us of its enduring presence and the cultural significance it holds, particularly in traditions that honor its forces.
University of New Mexico Sinfonia
This program explores the rich tradition of repetition in music, from the structured elegance of Baroque passacaglias and chaconnes to the emotional variations of Elgar and Grainger. Each piece transforms familiar melodies through creative variations, demonstrating how repetition serves as a tool for both innovation and continuity in music. The concert concludes with a modern favorite, showcasing the timeless appeal of patterns in sound.
University of New Mexico Symphony Orchestra
he University of New Mexico Symphony Orchestra presents An Iberian Journey: Melodies of New Mexico, a vibrant program featuring the world premiere of Sérgio Azevedo’s double concerto alongside works by Ravel, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Moncayo. Don’t miss this celebration of musical traditions connecting Iberia and New Mexico.
Cabrillo Festival
Excited to be joining the steemed conducting faculty at Cabrillo Festival: and Cristian Măcelaru and Octavio Más-Arocas. The composition faculty member will be Festival Composer-in-Residence Nina Young.
This unique workshop experience was designed by founding faculty members, Cabrillo Festival Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop and Maestro Gustav Meier.
Skagit Symphony Pops
Join us in a super fun program! - Mary Poppins, Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Wall-E, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and so many more. Celebrate a belated birthday wish upon a star with Skagit Symphony at our third annual Pops! concert.
Cleveland Pops: Conducting Workshop
Maestro Carl Topilow leads a workshop with the musicians of the Cleveland Pops Orchestra including conducting sessions on rehearsing, accompanying, and opera recitatives. Seminars will be held on efficient rehearsals, string techniques, the conductor’s role in auditions for prospective orchestra members, and applying for jobs, including mock interviews.
Saratoga Orchestra: A Musical Odyssey
Join me and Maestra Anna Edwards in a special concert celebrating the life of Tokitae.
I’ll be conducting the electrifying Circuits by Cindy McTee
Skagit Symphony (cover)
Covering maestro Michael Wheatley and guest soloist Kinga Augusty, in am epic program that includes:
Ralph Vaughan Williams
Overture to The Wasps
Sergei Prokofiev
Violin Concerto No. 2, Op. 63
Hector Berlioz
Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14
Saratoga Orchestra: A Musical Odyssey
Join me and Maestra Anna Edwards in a special concert celebrating the life of Tokitae.
I’ll be conducting the electrifying Circuits by Cindy McTee
Whatcom Wind Ensemble Spring Concert
You don’t want to miss the opportunity to hear a beautiful piece written in Colombia, based on the beautiful and fragrant mornings in the coffee region! Played so tastefully and delicately by this premier wind ensemble.
Orquesta Northwest
Music of the Americas: Hearts and Homes, Celebrating Spring
Join me in a special program featuring a selection of pieces for orchestra based on Colombian Folk music. Be transported to the regions of the Andeans, Atlantic coast and richness of the Pacific littoral.
The Colombian dance group "RimaWayNina Cumbe" will showcase their topical dances and costumes.
Whidbey Community Chorus & Chamber Players
Join me and my colleague Darren McCoy in a special concert with beautiful choral selections accompanied by a chamber orchestra!
Whidbey Community Chorus & Chamber Players
Join me and my colleague Darren McCoy in a special concert with beautiful choral selections accompanied by a chamber orchestra!
he University of New Mexico Symphony Orchestra presents An Iberian Journey: Melodies of New Mexico, a vibrant program featuring the world premiere of Sérgio Azevedo’s double concerto alongside works by Ravel, Rimsky-Korsakov, and Moncayo. Don’t miss this celebration of musical traditions connecting Iberia and New Mexico.