April 2025​

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LA Bach Fest 2025 (Friday April 11 - Sunday April 13)

Musica Angelica and The Cathedral (First Congregational Church Los Angeles) are partnering to bring a Bach Festival back to Los Angeles. The Fest includes an opening organ and laser show by Christoph Bull, two performances of the St. Matthew Passion, and a Sunday morning service with music by Bach and Mexican Baroque masters.

more info: https://www.fccla.org/calendar.

 

Friday April 11 8:30 PM (Los Angeles, midtown)

Christoph Bull: Bach to the Future

Performing on the FCCLA church's, Great Organso, which are are among the largest and most beautiful pipe organs in the world, with 18,000+ pipes distributed over the Chancel, West Gallery, North and South balconies, creating an immersive experience; builders E.M. Skinner and Herman Schlicker.

The hallowed neo-Gothic Sanctuary of First Church and its great organs come to life in a spectacular program of music and entertainment where the past meets the future! Accompanied by a laser illuminated light show, noted organist, composer, producer and rock and roll enthusiast Dr. Christoph Bull will present a musical feast of Bach’s greatest hits alongside Vivaldi and Mendelssohn. 

            The repertoire will also feature musical mashups and original compositions by Christoph on one of the largest organs in the world!  The entertaining evening will be preceded by a reception in the church’s fabled forecourt featuring gourmet food trucks and a no host cash bar with beer & wine, 7 PM - 8:30 PM.

Program:

Variations on B-A-C-H Christoph Bull (1966)

Paraphrases of two Preludes in C (Bull after Bach)

Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring, BWV 417, and beyond (Bull after Bach)

Concerto II ni A minor, First Movement, BWV 953 A n to n io Viv al di (transcribed by J.S. Bach)

Autobahn-Toccata – When Bach met Kraftwerk Bull after Bach and Kraftwerk

Oops!… The Dorian Toccata – When Bach met Britney Bull after Bach and Britney

Prelude and Fugue in A minor, BWV 543 Johann Sebastian Bach

Well-tempered Variations on a Bach Prelude in D minor Bull after Bach

When Felix met J.S. Bull after Bach and Mendelssohn

Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565 Bull & Nalepa after Bach

Tickets: $27-$55

First Congregational Church of Los Angeles 540 South Commonwealth Avenue  Los Angeles, California 90020 Parking in church lot

more info: www.musicaangelica.org, www.fccla.org/calendar.

 

Saturday April 12, 2025 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM  (Long Beach) (repeats 04/13 in Los Angeles)

Musica Angelica and soloists: St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 by Johann Sebastian Bach

            Ever the colossal achievement in devotional text-painting and prolonged emotional intensity, Johann Sebastian Bach's depiction of Christ's Passion story continues to reward listener and performer alike; Musica Angelica makes an annual tradition of interpreting this masterpiece in Los Angeles, with an additional production in Long Beach!

            Bach’s St. Matthew Passion is widely regarded as one of the masterpieces of classical Baroque music, weaves voices and orchestra through magnificent oratorios and arias. Year after year, the St. Matthew Passion is still performed in major cathedrals and sold-out concert halls around the world - a testament to the intricate music’s powerful beauty.

            Two Baroque orchestras will perform with a double choir and an award-winning cast of American and European vocal soloists. This thrillingly intense music will soar in the beautiful acoustics of the First Congregational Church of Long Beach to create an unforgettable musical experience.

Soloists: Aaron Sheehan tenor Evangelist, Mattias HelM Bass Jesus, JoHanna Falkinger soprano Andrea Zomorodian, soprano, Alois MühlbacHer Countertenor, nNcholas Gaa Countertenor, Jon lee Keenan Tenor, Stefan Zenkl Bass,  Ilia Korol concertmaster, Orchestra I, Cynthia Roberts concertmaster, Orchestra II, Jeremy Joseph Organ, Martin Haselböck Music Director

PART ONE:70 minutes;  INTERMISSION 20 minutes; PART TWO: Approximately 90 minutes

Tickets: free(?)-$85

first responders and the guests who have faced the heartbreaking loss of their homes in the recent fires are offered complimentary tickets to the St. Matthew Passion. We warmly invite you to check in at Will Call to receive your tickets and enjoy this special performance. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@musicaangelica.org or give us a call at 562-276-0865.

Musica Angelica will host a reception in the FCCLB Courtyard before the concert.

more info: www.musicaangelica.org, www.fccla.org/calendar.

First Congregational Church of Long Beach 241 Cedar Avenue  Long Beach, California 90802

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Sunday  April 13 1030AM (Los Angeles, midtown)

Laude, the FCCLA Cathedral Choir, Christoph Bull, Musica Angelica: Bach and the Mexican Baroque

1030AM Organ Prelude - Dr. Christoph Bull

11:00 AM: concert and Palm Sunday service

David Harris, Music Director

program:

“Wachet Auf” from Wachet Auf BWV 140 J.S. Bach

“Gloria” from Polychoral Mass in D Ignacio de Jerusalem

“Celebren, publiquen, etonen y canten” Manuel de Sumaya

“Wachet Auf” (chorale) J.S. Bach

Soloists: Laurel Irene, Anna Caplan, Michael Jones, Dr. Ianthe Marini, Christin Byrdsong, Anna Caplan,

Brandon Harris, Tiffany Ho, Andi Dana, Katelyn Dietz, David Conley, Scott Graff

Assistant Conductors: Dr. Ianthe Marini, Dr. Fahad Siadat

Tickets: Free, no reservation required, arrive early for parking

Join FCCLA at Coffee Hour in the Mayflower Courtyard following the service.

First Congregational Church of Los Angeles 540 South Commonwealth Avenue  Los Angeles, California 90020 Parking in church lot, arrive early

more info: www.musicaangelica.org, www.fccla.org/calendar.

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Sunday April 13, 2025 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Los Angeles, midtown) (repeats 04/12 in Long Beach

Musica Angelica and soloists: St. Matthew Passion, BWV 244 by Johann Sebastian Bach

            Ever the colossal achievement in devotional text-painting and prolonged emotional intensity, Johann Sebastian Bach's depiction of Christ's Passion story continues to reward listener and performer alike; Musica Angelica makes an annual tradition of interpreting this masterpiece in Los Angeles, with an additional production in Long Beach!

            Bach’s St. Matthew Passion is widely regarded as one of the masterpieces of classical Baroque music, weaves voices and orchestra through magnificent oratorios and arias. Year after year, the St. Matthew Passion is still performed in major cathedrals and sold-out concert halls around the world - a testament to the intricate music’s powerful beauty.

            Two Baroque orchestras will perform with a double choir and an award-winning cast of American and European vocal soloists. This thrillingly intense music will soar in the beautiful acoustics of the First Congregational Church of Long Beach to create an unforgettable musical experience.

Soloists: Aaron Sheehan tenor Evangelist, Mattias HelM Bass Jesus, JoHanna Falkinger soprano Andrea Zomorodian, soprano, Alois MühlbacHer Countertenor, nNcholas Gaa Countertenor, Jon lee Keenan Tenor, Stefan Zenkl Bass,  Ilia Korol concertmaster, Orchestra I, Cynthia Roberts concertmaster, Orchestra II, Jeremy Joseph Organ, Martin Haselböck Music Director

PART ONE:70 minutes;  INTERMISSION 20 minutes; PART TWO: Approximately 90 minutes

Tickets: free(?)-$85

first responders and the guests who have faced the heartbreaking loss of their homes in the recent fires are offered complimentary tickets to the St. Matthew Passion. We warmly invite you to check in at Will Call to receive your tickets and enjoy this special performance. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at info@musicaangelica.org or give us a call at 562-276-0865.

Musica Angelica will host a reception in the FCCLB Courtyard before the concert.

more info: www.musicaangelica.org, www.fccla.org/calendar.

 First Congregational Church of Los Angeles 540 South Commonwealth Avenue  Los Angeles, California 90020

 

April 13, 2025 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM  (Newport Beach)

Concordia MasterWorks Concerts: ST. JOHN PASSION Johann Sebastian Bach

Marking the beginning of Holy Week, Concordia presents the monumental St. John Passion of J.S. Bach. Christ's passion and death are recounted from the Gospel of John in a gripping potrayal of devotion, betrayal, and sacrifice. Michael Busch conducts the Concordia Choir, Master Chorale, orchestra and soloists in one of Bach's most celebrated works. Performed in German with English subtitles.
The Master Chorale and Concordia Choir are dedicated to excellence and perform for thousands of people each year in the beautiful acoustics of the Concordia Center for Worship and Performing Arts. They are joined by the MasterWorks orchestra, an ensemble consisting of professional instrumentalists from the community. 

tickets : $10.00-$30.00

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 600 Saint Andrews Road Newport Beach, California 92663

tickets and info: https://www.simpletix.com/e/concordia-masterworks-concerts-2025-st-joh-tickets-186976

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Wed April 16 7:00 pm (Costa Mesa)

Jordi Savall with Hesperion XXI - Music of Fire & Love

Program:

Grounds & Improvisations

Antonio de Cabezón Pavana con su glosa

Anonymous (England) Greensleeves to a Ground (Romanesca) 1650

Juan Garcia de Zépedes (México 1619-) The Guaracha Improvisations

Captain Hume's Muusicall Humours & Battles London 1605 A Souldiers March - Harke, harke - Good againe, A Souldiers Resolution

Catalan Laments Anonyyme/Jordi Savall. La Canço del Lladre - El Testament d'Amelia

The Hispanic traditions (Zaragoza 1674) Gaspar Sanz Jácaras & Canarios

Cantos & Bayles, codex truillo de Lima (Perú) Lima 1780 Lanchas para Baylar, Tonada de el Chimo, Cachua

Serranita (Improvisations)

Tears of a Viol

Mr. de Sainte-Colombe, le pére Les pleurs from Tombeau les Régrets

The Spanish Folias, Antoni Martini Coll Diferencias sobre les Folias (Flores de Musica, 1709)

The Saldivar Codex (Mexico 1720) Santiago de Murcia (1673-1739) Fandango

Lancashire Pipes (The Mancester Gamba Book) A Pointe or Preludium - The Lancashire Pipes, The Pigges of Rumsey, Kat of Bardie, A Toy

Glosados and Improvisations: Francisco Correa de Arauxo Glosas sobre "Todo el mundo en general",

Antonio Valente/Jarocho (Mexico), Anonyme

Canarios (Improvisations) Gallarda napolitan (Naples 1576) Jarabe loco (Improvisations)

Tickets: $77 to $134

Samueli Theater , Segerstrom Center for the Arts 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa CA 92626

more info: https://www.scfta.org/events/2025/jordi-savall-with-hesperion-xxi-music-of-fire-love

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Friday April 18, 2025 - 7:30pm  (Santa Monica)

St. Augustine and St. Mathew's choir section leaders and viola da gamba consort: works by Schütz  and Buxtehude

A Liturgical Meditation, with music program:

Die Sieben Worte Jesu am Kreuz (performed in English) by Heinrich Schütz 

Conducted by Michael Raleigh; Gamba Consort led by Malachai Bandy

"Ad Cor" from Membra Jesu nostri (performed in Latin) by Dietrich Buxtehude

Conducted by Michael Raleigh; Gamba Consort led by Malachai Bandy

St. Augustine by-the-Sea 1227 Fourth Street, Santa Monica

parking in city lot across the street

more info: https://www.saint-augustine.org/sundays/

Contact: Mike Raleigh <mike@saint-augustine.org>

 

Sunday April 20, 2025 - 8am and 10:30am (Easter Sunday Church Services) (Santa Monica, and live-streaming on YouTube)

St. Augustine and St. Matthews choir and Baroque orchestra with period instruments: Excerpts from Messiah G. F. Handel and Vivaldi's Gloria 

St. Augustine by-the-Sea 1227 Fourth Street, Santa Monica

parking in city lot across the street

more info: https://www.saint-augustine.org/sundays/

Contact: Mike Raleigh <mike@saint-augustine.org>

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Saturday, April 26, 2PM, 2:00PM (San Gabriel)

USC Collegium Musicum

Directed by Adam Knight Gilbert and Jason Yoshida

Villançicos and Tonos humanos from Iberia and Latin America

Spanish Songs of the Siglo de Oro and Beyond

Mission San Gabriel Arcángel

427 South Junipero Serra Drive, Dr. San Gabriel, CA, 91776

 

Sunday, April 27, 2025  5 pm (Redondo Beach)

Peninsula Symphony : Mozart, Salieri, and Hummel

David Cubek directs the. Marissa Benedict solos.

Free Concert.

Preconcert lecture for Members at 4:15 pm.

more info: For more concert and membership information, call the Peninsula Symphony Assoc at 310-544-0320, visit www.pensym.org or email music.pensym@verizon

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May 2025

 

Friday, May 2, 2025, 8:00 PM (USC campus, near downtown LA)

Thornton Baroque Sinfonia: The Corded Shell: The Power of Music from Purcell to Handel

Directed by Adam Knight Gilbert and Jason Yoshida

USC campus, Newman Recital Hall

Important Note about Visiting Campus:

For campus access guests who are not current USC Students, Faculty, or Staff should email Rotem Gilbert <rotemgil@usc.edu> in order to be pre-registered for the event. Please include your name and the names of those in your party coming to the lecture in the email.

Pre-registered visitors will receive an email with a link to a QR code. Visitors must present the QR code and a valid photo ID at any of the open UPC or USC Village entry gates to enter campus.

For more information, contact Adam Knight Gilbert at akgilber@usc.edu or  (213) 821-6052

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May 4, 2025 at 7:30pm (Pasadena)

Tallis Scholars : The 500th Anniversary of Giovanni Pierluigi de Palestrina.

The Music at Saint Andrew Concert Series presents the Tallis Scholars only concert in Southern California on their Spring 2025 tour . Peter Phillips and The Tallis Scholars have done more than any other group to establish sacred vocal music of the Renaissance as one of the great repertoires of Western classical music. The 500th anniversary of Palestrina's birth gives us the perfect opportunity to celebrate this most consummate of renaissance composers. Presenting a little-known but exceptional mass setting, from the 107 he wrote;  one or two of his greatest motets; to put these motets alongside music by his almost-contemporary, Orlandus Lassus. Sometimes Lassus sounds like Palestrina, sometimes he doesn't. Either way the comparison is fascinating.

Tickets $28-$188  To purchase tickets please https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tallis-scholars-500th-anniversary-of-giovanni-pierluigi-de-palestrina-tickets-1305030414099?aff=oddtdtcreator

St. Andrew Catholic Church 311 North Raymond Avenue Pasadena, CA 91103

more info https://www.saintandrewpasadena.org/concerts

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