Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra

Saturday, Nov 2 | 7:30 PM | Alex Theatre
Sunday, Nov 3 | 4 PM | The Wallis

Follow the Austrian lineage of the classical symphony. Like wisdom passed between generations, hear the truth in Haydn’s seventh symphony, “Midday,” then witness the form mature in Beethoven’s brilliant evolution with Overture to Egmont and Symphony No. 1 in C major. Participate in the living growth of the art form with the West Coast premiere of Jeff Beal’s violin concerto with Kelly Hall-Tompkins.

SAT, NOV 23 | 7:30 PM | Autry Museum of the American West

Lara Downes curator
Dom Flemons The American Songster®

The first of two CURRENT programs exploring unexpected musical connections, curated by LACO Creative Partner Lara Downes, follows the highways and byways of American music with surprising roadside discoveries and detours to the crossroads where musical traditions merge and transform.

Join us as we journey through the evolution of romanticism, where familiar refrains and the discovery of new works converge. The new season climbs to higher peaks of emotion, color, and intimacy – a true feast for the senses.

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and Music Director Jaime Martín have announced the appointment of Lara Downes as the Orchestra’s first Creative Partner. Downes is a decorated pianist, recording artist and media personality who is deeply committed to change and advocacy in the arts. Her three-year appointment, beginning July 1, 2024, touches virtually every aspect of the organization, spanning LACO’s artistic planning, performance, community engagement, advocacy, and education platforms.

Led by Music Director Jaime Martín, Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra (LACO) was founded in 1968 as an artistic outlet for the recording industry’s most gifted musicians.

Support from music lovers like you makes possible all LACO programs, bringing the Orchestra’s innovative programming into homes and schools all over the world.