From Learning Major Chords to Grammy Awards

Gay Guerilla: Julius Eastman Comes to Los Angeles

This article explores the life and work of Julius Eastman, a gay Black American composer who fused jazz and classical music. It discusses his struggle with identity, his unique compositions, and his posthumous recognition.

The Story of Harry Partch: How Hitchhiking and Microtonal Scales Come Together

The Grammy-winning PARTCH Ensemble performs Harry Partch's The Wayward, a musical narrative of his life as a hobo, using custom-built instruments on November 9, 2019.

The World Premiere of a New Opera Based on the Life of Clara Schumann

"Victoria Bond's new opera 'Clara', based on the life of composer Clara Schumann, premiered at the Berlin Philharmonic’s Easter Festival. Bond shares her personal connection to Schumann's story."

Finding Grief and Comfort in Dale Trumbore’s “How to Go On”

LA Master Chorale performs Dale Trumbore's "How to Go On" and Maurice Duruflé's Requiem, exploring themes of grief, consolation, and human mortality through music and poetry.

How a Dream About Steinways on the 5 Freeway Made it to the Concerthall

Pianist Orli Shaham discusses her experience performing John Adams' Grand Pianola Music, inspired by a dream of piano-limousines. Adams himself conducts at the LA Phil.

Steve Reich’s Unconventional Introduction to Music

This weekend, Steve Reich's opera Three Tales debuts at Long Beach Opera's 40th season, while LA Phil premieres Reich's Music for Ensemble and Orchestra. Philip Glass's Satyagraha also features.