Internationally acclaimed violinist Ray Chen performs a crowd-pleasing recital with pianist Julio Elizalde. Hailed by the Washington Post as “a phenomenal talent,” Chen showcases why he’s sought out to perform in concert halls globally.

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Ray Chen

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Join us for an unforgettable Opening Night at the La Jolla Music Society on Friday, July 26, 2024, at 7:30 PM. The evening, titled "A Deal with the Devil," promises to be a mesmerizing experience held at the prestigious Baker-Baum Concert Hall. This event marks the beginning of our SYNERGY SERIES, setting the stage for a season of unparalleled performances.

The highlight of the night is the captivating production of Stravinsky's "The Soldier’s Tale," a classic narrative of a soldier's fateful agreement with the devil. This timeless story is reenvisioned through an electrifying new production under the baton of the renowned conductor Thomas Adès. The performance will feature an innovative blend of hand-drawn animation, live puppetry, and compelling storytelling, brought to life by the groundbreaking talents of The Paper Cinema. With Nicholas Rawling leading as the illustrator and artistic director, and Chris Reed as the musical director, the evening is set to be a magical journey into a world of devilish delights.

The musical program also includes a selection of pieces that complement the theme of the night, featuring world-class musicians. Inon Barnatan will perform Liszt's "Mephisto Waltz No.1, S.514" on the piano, setting the tone with its devilish charm. The evening will also showcase Tartini's "Sonata in G Minor for Violin and Continuo The Devil’s Trill," with Augustin Hadelich on violin, Inon Barnatan on harpsichord, and a to-be-announced cellist, adding a touch of eerie elegance. Paganini's "Caprice No. 24 in A Minor" will further enchant the audience with Augustin Hadelich returning to the violin.

The ensemble for "The Soldier’s Tale" includes a talented lineup: Thomas Adès as conductor, a to-be-determined actor, Alexi Kenney on violin, Mark Simpson on clarinet, Eleni Katz on bassoon, Chris Coletti on cornet, James Miller on trombone, Michael Yeung on percussion, and Anthony Manzo on bass.

Prepare to be spellbound by an evening of musical storytelling that explores the allure and consequences of a deal with the devil. This opening night is not just a concert but an immersive experience that promises to leave you captivated. Join us at the La Jolla Music Society for a night that will be talked about for years to come.

Opening Night: A Deal with the Devil

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center Artistic Directors Wu Han and David Finckel return to end the season with guest violinist Chad Hoopes.

Wu Han, David Finckel, and Chad Hoopes

Spa Little Theatre

Liam Dale is a Trumpet Performance major at Carnegie Mellon University, graduating in the year 2025. Born into a family of musicians, he had an upbringing rooted in music, and sought to make a career out of his musical creativity at CMU. While enrolled, his intense and demanding educational experience has only encouraged him to improve upon his performance skills as well as have an open-minded outlook on the more emotional aspects music has to offer to all. Over the years, Liam has studied with many well-known trumpet performers and professors including Neal Berntsen, Micah Wilkinson, Chad Winkler, John Marchiando, and George Vosburgh, each of which has had a hand in crafting him into the musician he is today.

Student Recital: Liam Dale

Carnegie Mellon University

Born in Taiwan and raised in Australia, Ray Chen is a violinist who redefines what it is to be a classical musician in the 21st century. With a media presence reaching out to millions, his remarkable musicianship transmits to a global audience that is reflected in his engagements with the foremost orchestras and concert halls around the world.

Ray Chen, violin

Violinist Ray Chen redefines what it means to be a classical musician in the 21st century. Chen uses his witty and down-to-earth online media presence to make classical music more accessible, inspiring millions. Bringing his remarkable musicianship to prestigious concert halls around the world, he has won the admiration of classical music fans of all generations.

Ray Chen, violin and Julio Elizalde, piano

University of Colorado Boulder

Superstar violinist Ray Chen has it all: charisma for days, a deep musical sense, and incredible virtuosity. His recital with pianist Julio Elizalde puts his talents on full display with a program including the grandest in the violin repertory, Beethoven’s Violin Sonata No. 7 (“Eroica”), Bach’s cheerful, high-spirited Partita No. 3 for solo violin, Giuseppe Tartini’s fiendishly demanding Devil’s Trill Sonata, Dvořák’s romantic Slavonic Dance No. 2, a special arrangement of Chick Corea’s Spain, and more.

Wharton Center for Performing Arts

Pre-College Recital - Ava Pakiam, violin

Bowes Center

PC Morning Recital

San Francisco Conservatory of Music

PC Division Recital

There are ghosts and devils scattered over tonight's concert with a loose hand. The "Geistertrioen" is arguably among Beethoven's best-known piano trios and certainly not a work you should fool yourself into hearing performed in the concert hall. And what is it that is so ghostly about it? It is its long and strikingly instrumented second movement that creeps somberly under the skin and seems more like background music to a horror film than any other work by Beethoven. Speculation that the music originates from drafts of an opera based on Shakespeare's Macbeth is probably not correct. Rather, the nickname is about the fact that Beethoven's student Carl Czerny noticed that the music made him think of the ghost scene in another work by Shakespeare - namely Hamlet . And the extremely appropriate nickname has stuck since this dramatic and deeply emotional work saw the light of day in 1808.

Pro Musica - Caplet, Tartini & Beethoven

Odense Concert Hall

Winter Performance

Episcopal Church of St. Martin

Immerse yourself in the transcendent harmonies of the Baroque era with the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra's captivating concert series, "CELESTIALS: MOBLEY VIVALDI." This exquisite musical journey is set to enchant audiences on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at 7:30 pm at The Wallis, and on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 4 pm at The Huntington, Rothenberg Hall.

Under the direction of Margaret Batjer, the Chamber Music Director, and featuring the unparalleled talents of countertenor Reginald Mobley, alongside trumpeters Paul Merkelo and David Washburn, this series promises an evening of emotional depth and divine beauty. The program includes a selection of Baroque masterpieces, such as Handel's "The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba" and "Eternal Source of Light Divine," Tartini's "Trumpet Concerto in D major," and Vivaldi's profoundly moving "Stabat Mater."

The concert will meditate on themes of sorrow, forgiveness, and the divine feminine, with Mobley's interpretation of Vivaldi's "Stabat Mater" as a highlight. Attendees will also enjoy a commissioned concerto for two trumpets by Jeff Beal, adding a contemporary touch to the evening's Baroque repertoire.

This event is a must-attend for lovers of classical music and those looking to experience the timeless beauty of Baroque compositions in the hands of modern masters. Tickets are available for purchase for both The Wallis and The Huntington performances. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra's tribute to the celestial harmonies of Mobley and Vivaldi.

Giuseppe Tartini

Events

Upcoming events

Nov 12, 2024

Pro Musica - Caplet, Tartini & Beethoven · Odense Symphony Orchestra

21 - 22 Dec, 2024

Winter Performance · Chamber Music Society of Sacramento

11 - 12 Jan, 2025

Celestials: Mobley + Vivaldi · Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra

Past events

Oct 27, 2024

Ray Chen · Philharmonic Society of Orange County

Jul 26, 2024

Opening Night: A Deal with the Devil · La Jolla Music Society

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