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What goes on in a performer’s mind when they’r

What goes on in a performer’s mind when they’re standing in front of a full orchestra looking out to a rapt audience?
Music Director Michael Christie leads a relaxed 10-minute Q&A with artists during each performance. Join in the conversation and learn more about the fascinating human experience of creating music in the moment.
Intermission Insights are an audience favorite and unique in the industry! Join us at our October 5 & 6 performances, featuring Intermission Insights with concertmaster Alyssa Park and composer Derrick Skye.
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
Photos: Eugene Yankevich
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New West Symphony will have a booth at the West Ve

New West Symphony will have a booth at the West Ventura County Business Alliance Fall Business Expo *today", Thursday, September 26, from 4–6:30 PM at Cantara Cellars in Camarillo. The event is free and open to the public. Come by our booth and say hi!
Love supporting small and local businesses? Want to network, drink beer or wine, and win prizes? Bring your friends, neighbors and coworkers, and discover incredible businesses and nonprofits right in your own backyard.
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On October 5 & 6, New West Symphony presents a wor

On October 5 & 6, New West Symphony presents a world premiere for violin and orchestra by Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Skye, commissioned by NWS and written for Concertmaster Alyssa Park. Recently, Artistic & Music Director Michael Christie interviewed Derrick about the upcoming premiere.
Watch the interview at the #linkinbio👆 and then hear it live on October 5 & 6!
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Join us for Meet the Artists on Thursday, October

Join us for Meet the Artists on Thursday, October 3 at University Village Thousand Oaks. This event is a unique ‘behind the scenes’ experience with Maestro Michael Christie, violinist Alyssa Park, composer Derrick Skye and Pacific Festival Ballet Artistic Director Kim Maselli. Learn about their artistic insights, illustrious careers and fascinating beginnings, and enjoy intimate musical performances.
Note the earlier start time at 11 AM. Brunch/treats reception starts at 10 AM. Free and open to the public. Reservations required by calling 805.241.3300 at least 48 hours in advance.
This program is held prior to the NWS October 5 & 6 concerts in Thousand Oaks and Camarillo.
More details at #linkinbio👆
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Maestro Michael Christie provides a video introduc

Maestro Michael Christie provides a video introduction to New West Symphony's October 5 & 6 concerts
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New West Symphony's outstanding Concertmaster Alys

New West Symphony's outstanding Concertmaster Alyssa Park will be the featured soloist for our October 5 & 6 concerts, performing two violin concertos with the orchestra: Ravel's exotic and virtuosic Tzigane and a world premiere by LA-based composer Derrick Skye, written specifically for her.
Violinist Alyssa Park established an enviable international reputation at age 16 for being the youngest prizewinner in the history of the Tchaikovsky International Competition. Park has made numerous recital and orchestral appearances since her professional debut at age 11. She has been concertmaster of the New West Symphony since 2015.
An avid chamber musician as well, Park is a founding member of the acclaimed LA-based Lyris Quartet, which curates the “Hear Now” new music festival dedicated to performing the works of living Southern California composers.
Oct. 5 & 6 details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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We're thrilled to welcome back Pacific Festival Ba

We're thrilled to welcome back Pacific Festival Ballet for our October 5 & 6 concerts in Thousand Oaks and Camarillo.
PFB dancers will accompany New West Symphony's performance of Brahms' Hungarian Dances, conducted by Michael Christie. Don't miss this special collaboration!
As a fellow resident company of Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, Pacific Festival Balllet performs classic ballets as well as original, full-length ballets for growing audiences. For the past two decades, PFB has cultivated a tradition of dance outreach by collaborating with other organizations to introduce ballet to the community.
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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On October 5 & 6, the New West Symphony presents a

On October 5 & 6, the New West Symphony presents a world premiere by Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Skye. "Amalgamation" energetically blends fun with global music influences for this NWS commission written for Concertmaster Alyssa Park.
Derrick's notes on the piece:
“Amalgamation is a violin concerto that blends Persian, Assyrian, Western classical, Jazz, and Blues influences into a single narrative. The piece invites listeners to explore their own unique experiences with cultural identities through music while also reflecting the journey of embracing and participating in a cultural musical identity that transcends one’s own ancestry.”
Tickets start at $35; students/children $15
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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"A buoyant, vigorous, and melody-filled performanc

"A buoyant, vigorous, and melody-filled performance with a feast of musical styles! I am particularly excited to perform Brahms' Hungarian Dances with Pacific Festival Ballet and feature my amazing colleague, violinist Alyssa Park, unleashing her full virtuosic talents with Ravel's Tzigane and a fabulous new work by Derrick Skye." ~Artistic & Music Director Michael Christie
Join us Brahms, Mendelssohn & Ravel...plus a World Premiere:
Saturday, October 5 at 7 PM
Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks
Sunday, October 6 at 3 PM
Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, Camarillo
Tickets start at $35; students/children $15
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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Congratulations to Lara Downes for the release of

Congratulations to Lara Downes for the release of her new album, THIS LAND, on PENTATONE!
We're excited to welcome Lara as guest pianist for our November 2 & 3 concerts, where she'll perform music by American composers Eubie Blake, Scott Joplin and Jessie Montgomery.
THIS LAND is a collection of American music embracing the diversity of stories that have shaped the contrasts and contradictions of the American condition. It includes a new reimagining of George Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue and Variations on This Land is Your Land.
"As always, the music is a bridge from past to future. It acknowledges our flaws and failings while celebrating the beauty of this American experiment, and it celebrates the power of our hope and humanity, our courage, and the radical power of our joy." ~Lara Downes
Listen to THIS LAND on Amazon Music, Apple Music and Spotify.
Nov. 2 & 3 concert details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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The New West Symphony Board of Directors is proud

The New West Symphony Board of Directors is proud to announce that Artistic and Music Director Michael Christie's contract has been extended five years to 2029!
Maestro Christie was appointed to his position in December 2018.
“I speak on behalf of the entire Board of Directors when I share our gratitude and admiration for the leadership of Maestro Michael Christie. We are delighted that, with his guidance, New West Symphony will continue to bring world-class performances to Ventura County and beyond. Time and time again, the community of musicians, staff and patrons express thanks for Michael’s leadership and innovation, and we are thrilled to have him as part of the Symphony family for five more years,” said Dr. Paul Finkel, NWS Board Chair.
Photo: Eugene Yankevich
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Join us for the 2025 Masterpiece Series in celebra

Join us for the 2025 Masterpiece Series in celebration of New West Symphony’s 30th Anniversary! New series packages are on sale now.
This milestone year, under the direction of Artistic and Music Director Michael Christie, welcomes veteran and new audiences with energetic symphonic favorites and cross-genre events.
Enjoy the majestic Carmina Burana, Bizet's fiery Carmen, the rapturous Bohemian Rhapsody, the legendary Also sprach Zarathustra (main theme from 2001: A Space Odyssey), E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial in concert, masterpieces from Bach, Beethoven, Tchaikovsky, and much more.
Get the best seats at the best prices! Purchase a 6- or 9-concert* series package today & save up to 20%. 6- & 9-concert subscribers receive ticket discounts, free ticket exchanges, invitations to exclusive events and other benefits. You can also Choose Your Own Series (any 3, 4 or 5 concerts) & save 10%.
*9-concert packages include the three remaining concerts of the 2024 season
Single tickets go on sale October 1.
2025 Masterpiece Series details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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"This is Italy! And now has begun what I have alwa

"This is Italy! And now has begun what I have always thought.to be the supreme joy in life. And I am loving it... It will be the jolliest piece I have ever done, especially the last movement."
~Felix Mendelssohn on his Symphony No. 4, "Italian"
Experience the joy with the New West Symphony on October 5 & 6 in Thousand Oaks & Camarillo!
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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Brahms' Hungarian Dances are inspired by Roma folk

Brahms' Hungarian Dances are inspired by Roma folk music and culture, filled with off-beat rhythms and high-energy danceable tunes. The pieces were very popular when first heard and remain audience favorites to this day.
Enjoy this toe-tapping music performed by the New West Symphony, complemented by dancers from Pacific Festival Ballet on October 5 in Thousand Oaks and October 6 in Camarillo.
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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We invite you to join us for our concerts on Octob

We invite you to join us for our concerts on October 5 & 6, led by Artistic & Music Director Michael Christie!
Brahms, Mendelssohn and Ravel transformed their fascination with local traditions into unrivaled masterpieces. Pacific Festival Ballet dancers enchant as featured soloists for dances of Brahms. Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Skye energetically blends fun with global music influences for a world premiere work written for NWS Concertmaster Alyssa Park.
Saturday, October 5 at 7 PM
Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks
Sunday, October 6 at 3 PM
Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, Camarillo
Tickets start at $35; students/children $15
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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Dynamic and engaging performances continue at New

Dynamic and engaging performances continue at New West Symphony, led by Artistic & Music Director Michael Christie!
Coming up on Oct 5 & 6 is a world premiere by Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Skye, written for NWS concertmaster Alyssa Park. Familiar favorites include works by Brahms and Mendelssohn. Pacific Festival Ballet will also perform.
On Nov 2 & 3 is pianist Lara Downes playing Jessie Montgomery’s 2024 GRAMMY-winning Rounds and two rags by Scott Joplin. The program also includes Dvořák’s epic “New World” Symphony, accompanied by stunning images by Joseph Sohm.
Join the New West Symphony, Los Robles Children's Choir and vocal soloists on Dec 7 & 8 for Winter Spectacular: Holidays of Light. Oscar-nominated for Best Animated Short Film, The Snowman is featured alongside symphonic masterworks by Mozart, Haydn & Grieg and your favorite holiday carols. This is a must-see event for the whole family!
Buy a 3-Concert Series and save up to 20%!
2024 concert details & series package info at #linkinbio👆
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We're proud to announce the programming for our De

We're proud to announce the programming for our December 7 & 8 concerts — Winter Spectacular: Holidays of Light!
Join the New West Symphony conducted by Michael Christie, Los Robles Children's Choir and vocal soloists in 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!
Details & tickets at #linkinbio👆
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We're excited to announce a programming update for

We're excited to announce a programming update for our November 2 & 3 concerts!
Guest pianist Lara Downes, Performance Today's 2022 Classical Woman of the Year, will perform composer Jessie Montgomery's "Rounds," which won the 2024 GRAMMY® Award for Best Contemporary Classical Composition.
The Washington Post described Rounds as “…a revelation and a reinforcement of Montgomery’s reliably vital voice as a composer.”
Nov. 2 & 3 details & tickets at #linkinbio☝️
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On October 5 & 6, New West Symphony will present "

On October 5 & 6, New West Symphony will present "Amalgamation," a world premiere for violin and orchestra by Los Angeles-based composer Derrick Skye.
Commissioned by New West Symphony, Amalgamation energetically blends fun with global music influences and is written for NWS Concertmaster Alyssa Park.
Derrick Skye is known for his transcultural approach to music, integrating various musical practices from different cultures around the world into his work. The LA Times has described his music as “something to savor” and “enormous fun to listen to,” while The Times (London) has praised Skye’s music as “deliciously head-spinning.”
Details & tickets at #linkinbio☝️
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New West Symphony is proud to partner with Meadowl

New West Symphony is proud to partner with Meadowlark Service League, a nonprofit organization that has long adopted our Laby Harmony Project as one of the many programs it supports.
Last year, Meadowlark Service League donated over $315K to 30+ local charities in Camarillo and Ventura County, including providing 20 collegiate scholarships.
Their annual fundraiser, A Taste of Camarillo Wine, Brew & Food Festival, is coming up on July 28, and they are looking for volunteers. Please support Meadowlark as they support us by volunteering or by attending their wonderful event.
To learn more and sign up to volunteer, visit Meadowlark's website. More info at @meadowlarkserviceleague.
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