LA Opera Music Director Maestro James Conlon leads a two-day series of concerti-focused master classes with participants of the 2022 Colburn Piano Seminar. Enjoy a rare glimpse into the artistic, creative, and learning processes as Conlon teaches students how to effectively collaborate with an orchestra—a highly sought-after skill for musicians.
As part of a special two-day series, Colburn President and CEO Sel Kardan moderates a conversation with LA Opera Music Director Maestro James Conlon. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the world-renowned conductor, famous for his work in opera, ballet, and symphonic genre, in such an intimate setting.
Participants in the Colburn Piano Seminar perform live as they vie for a $1,000 Steinway Prize.
Experience the talent and creativity of Colburn’s distinguished faculty artists as they take the stage to perform their own curated programs. In support of the refugees and the victims of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, this concert features works exclusively by Ukrainian composers like Bortkiewicz, Skoryk, Lysenko, and more.
Three prominent architects will join the writer of the new authoritative history of the Avant-Garde architecture of our times. Architecture Unbound: A Century of the Disruptive Avant-Garde, by noted critic and designer Joseph Giovannini, has been called “an amazing achievement,” “a masterpiece,” and “an instant classic.”
Summer Encounter’s culminating student performance features theater, guitar, dance, singing, and more! Summer Encounter is a two-week performing arts immersion program for rising fifth graders nominated from Colburn’s partner LAUSD schools.
Proof of vaccination is required for all attendees. See the full list of safety protocols for more information.
Take an open class, meet faculty, listen to student performances, and explore everything the Community School of Performing Arts has to offer at this fun-filled, free event.
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 Sonny Rollins, George Gershwin, Charlie Parker, Jimmy Van Heusen, and others.