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Title: Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival

Title: Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival

The Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival returns to San Diego June 18 to June 28, 2025. The annual summer festival is a highlight of the classical music calendar and the country’s largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from the nation’s top orchestras. Under the baton of Maestro Michael Francis, who returns for his 11th year as Music Director and conductor, the 2025 festival features six, unique performances at two venues, The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center and the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival, the largest Mozart celebration in North America, opens with a must-hear performance of Mozart’s newly discovered Serenade in C Major. 

Featuring musicians from top U.S. orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Chicago Symphony, Cleveland Orchestra, Philadelphia Orchestra and more, Mainly Mozart’s All-Star Orchestra is the only orchestra of its kind in the country. 

Where:

June 21 and 28: Epstein Family Amphitheater | 9500 Gilman Dr, San Diego, CA 92093 

June 18, 20, 24 and 26: The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center | 7600 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

Cost:

Single tickets for individual concerts at The Conrad range from $65-$149. 

Single tickets for individual concerts at Epstein Family Amphitheater range from $25 -$149. 

Ticket Link:   https://www.mainlymozart.org/allstar

Box office phone:  (619) 955-8273 or boxoffice@mainlymozart.org

Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival 2025 Schedule

 

Wednesday, June 18: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Serenade in C Major 

VIVALDI: The Four Seasons 

PIAZZOLA: The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires 

 

Friday, June 20: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Serenade No. 6 “Serenata Notturna” 

STRAUSS: Duet Concertino for Clarinet and Bassoon 

*Featuring Boris Allakhverdyan and Whitney Crockett

BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 2 in D Major

 

Saturday, June 21: Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla

ELGAR: Introduction and Allegro

MOZART: Symphony No. 40 in G minor

SAINT-SAËNS: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor 

*Featuring pianist Joyce Yang

 

Tuesday, June 24: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

STRAVINSKY: Concerto in E-flat

BACH: Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 

BACH: Brandenburg Concerto No. 5

MOZART: Symphony No. 35 in D Major

 

Thursday, June 26: Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, 7600 Fay Ave., La Jolla

MOZART: Overture to Die Entfuhrung aus dem Serail (The Abduction from the Seraglio)

BENDIX-BALGLEY: A Klezmer Concerto featuring composer and violinist Noah Bendix-Balgley

MENDELSSOHN:  Symphony No. 5 in D Major “Reformation”

 

Saturday, June 28: Epstein Family Amphitheater at UC San Diego, 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla

MOZART: Overture to Così

BEETHOVEN: Triple Concerto in C Major

BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 7 in A Major

Stakeholders Day – Guajome Park Academy

Join us for Stakeholders Day at Guajome, a fantastic school-wide celebration showcasing the incredible talents and achievements of our students! Wander through campus and explore interactive and informative exhibits, amazing student artwork, and captivating performances on stage—including drama, music, dance, and our exciting international runway show.
At Guajome Park Academy, we believe that everyone plays a role in the success of our school. That means you—families, students, staff, and community members—are all valued stakeholders, and this event is a celebration of everyone in our school community.
Enjoy delicious food, fun games, creative crafts, and merchandise, all brought to you by over 30 school clubs and sports teams. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the excellence of Guajome! Plus, connect with a variety of community groups joining us to share resources, opportunities, and ways to get involved.
Don’t miss this exciting day of learning, entertainment, and celebration! We can’t wait to see you on March 1st!

Hutchins Consort: Bach and Rock

One of our audience’s favorite programs! A rousing performance of Bach’s music paired with Rock n’ Roll favorites.

 

Dive into a world of musical innovation and sonic exploration with Hutchins Consort – an innovative string ensemble renowned for their groundbreaking approach to chamber music. 

The group performs on the rare and beautiful Hutchins violins– a distinctive lineup of eight specially-crafted violins that collectively span an astonishing eight octaves. This exceptional configuration allows Hutchins Consort to recreate the rich textures and dynamic intricacies of a full orchestra, all within the intimacy of a chamber ensemble.

Led by a group of accomplished musicians and visionaries, each Hutchins Consort performance is an electrifying and virtuosic musical experience. 

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music surrounded by friends! Get your tickets now.

2 Pianos 4 Hands at North Coast Repertory Theatre

By popular demand, North Coast Repertory Theatre is bringing back the joyful family pleasing 2 PIANOS 4 HANDS to brighten the holiday season. Get ready for an interlude of riotous laughter as Richard Todd Adams and Matthew McGloin take us on a musical comedic journey about their would-be careers as concert pianists. The talented duo trade stories about piano lessons, pushy parents and eccentric teachers while playing everything from Bach to Billy Joel. This entertaining, crowd-pleasing show not only hits all the right notes, it tickles the ivories and your funny bone. Tickets will be flying out the door, so reserve yours early to avoid disappointment.

Tom Frey directs Richard Todd Adams* and Matthew McGloin.* The design team includes Marty Burnett (Resident Scenic Designer) and Matthew Novotny (Light Design), and Ian Scot (Projection Design). Vernon Willet* is the Production Stage Manager.

*The actor or stage manager appears through the courtesy of Actors’ Equity Association. For photos, go to www.northcoastrep.org/press.

2 PIANOS 4 HANDS performances begin Friday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 pm. Final performance is Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 2 pm. The show runs Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings and Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2pm. Added Monday matinee on December 23 and Friday, December 27 at 2pm. There are no evening performances Dec. 24, & Dec 25 2024. Tickets are $64 plus service fee. Call 858-481-1055, or visit www.northcoastrep.org to purchase tickets.

A Celebration of American Music Benefit at North Coast Repertory Theatre

Come celebrate the holidays with acclaimed pianist Mackenzie Melemed and support North Coast Rep with music and stories from the 1800s to the present day. There’ll be music by George Gershwin, Edward MacDowell, Louis-Moreau Gottschalk, Florence Price, Amy Beach, as well as some of Broadway’s favorites. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of American composers and their distinctive contributions to both classical music and musical theater.

A CELEBRATION OF AMERICAN MUSIC to benefit North Coast Repertory Theatre will occur on December 10, 2024 at 2pm at North Coast Repertory Theatre: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Drive Solana Beach, CA 92075. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.northcoastrep.org or at the Box Office (858) 481-1055.

North County LGBTQ Resource Center Gala – Welcome Home

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the North County LGBTQ Resource Center’s Welcome Home Gala! Celebrate with us as we gather to support and uplift our community. Enjoy a night of elegance, entertainment, and empowerment, all while contributing to the vital programs that make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ individuals in our region. Mark your calendars and be a part of this special night! 🌈

ZB Savoy’s “Songs of Willie Nelson”

Step into the world of country music legend Willie Nelson with ZB Savoy’s “Songs of Willie Nelson” live tribute show. Celebrating the remarkable career and enduring legacy of the “Red Headed Stranger,” this performance is a journey through the heart and soul of American music. ZB Savoy’s tribute show is more than just a concert, it’s an immersive experience that delves into the rich history and profound impact of Willie Nelson’s music. With a blend of entertainment and education, the evening is designed to honor Nelson’s legacy while providing insight into the cultural and musical context of his most cherished songs.

Grand Opening Festival

October 26th marks the completion of Rancho Coastal Humane Society’s (RCHS) Campaign for Second Chances, transforming the campus to meet the tremendous growth of community needs since its founding in 1960.  RCHS introduces 4 brand-new buildings, including Charlotte’s Medical Center, The Learning Center, Community Pet Food Bank, Behavior and Training Office, as well as a renovated Welcome and Adoption Center. RCHS will be able to expand their programs to support the human-animal bond, and to save and find forever homes for more than twice as many companion animals that are currently served.

Innovation Day 2024

Join Connect at Innovation Day 2024 in Petco Park and support our vibrant innovation ecosystem. This is where everyone, from VCs and Angel investors to CEOs, CTOs, DEI leaders, and National Security experts, comes together to shape the future of technology, life sciences, and more! Don’t just watch – contribute to the conversations and collaborations that drive real change. Deepen your industry knowledge, form impactful partnerships, and expand your network. Seize this exclusive opportunity to influence the future. Innovation Day 2024 – where your journey into the heart of the best innovation ecosystem begins. Exhibit booths are still available for purchase!

Interested in Sponsorship Opportunities? Please email Cait Kelly

Sounds of Laurel Canyon – A Back to the Graden Story Concert

In the late 1960s and early 70’s a collection of musicians colonized a eucalyptus-scented canyon deep in the Hollywood Hills to create folk, rock, and American pop into a sound that captured the hearts of the music world. Back to the Garden, recreates the music and vibe of the era featuring the music of the Byrds, The Doors, Joni Mitchell, Crosby Stills Nash and Young, Carole King, The Eagles, James Taylor, Buffalo Springfield, Mammas and the Papas, Jackson Browne including music from Woodstock and the Last Waltz.

These special shows will also includes Robert John Hughes as Story teller along with special guests Calman Hart and Danielle Tucker. The featured members of the band include Cactus Jim Soldi, Marc Intravaia, Rick Nash, Larry Grano, and Sharon Whyte.