2024 Masterpiece Series
Dynamic and engaging performances continue at New West Symphony!
On November 2 & 3, pianist Lara Downes makes her New West Symphony main stage debut playing Jessie Montgomery’s 2024 GRAMMY-winning Rounds and two Rags for Piano and Orchestra by Scott Joplin. The program also includes Dvořák’s epic “New World” Symphony, accompanied by stunning images by photo historian Joseph Sohm with pre-recorded narration by William Shatner.
Join the New West Symphony, Los Robles Children’s Choir and vocal soloists on December 7 & 8 for Winter Spectacular: Holidays of Light, a winter-inspired concert filled with musical light. Oscar-nominated for Best Animated Short Film, The Snowman, based on Raymond Briggs’ picture book with music by Howard Blake, is featured alongside symphonic masterworks and your favorite holiday carols. This is a must-see event for the whole family!
Saturday, November 2, 2024
Thousand Oaks (BAPAC)
Sunday, November 3, 2024
Camarillo (RCPAC)
Michael Christie, conductor
Lara Downes, piano
Joseph Sohm, story and visuals
Saturday, December 7, 2024
Thousand Oaks (BAPAC)
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Camarillo (RCPAC)
Michael Christie, conductor
Alaysha Fox, soprano
Julia Metzler, mezzo-soprano
Ashley Faatoalia, tenor
Patrick Blackwell, bass
Los Robles Children’s Choir
Emma Roche, director