Events around Santa Barbara
An evening of “love songs both sad and ecstatic” is presented in partnership with the Channel Island Chamber Orchestra as the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden’s final Summer Serenade Series concert of the 2022 season on Friday, July 29 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Seating is on the Island View lawn outside the Pritzlaff Conservation Center …
Academy Festival Orchestra Conducted by Stéphane Denève The evening features Maurice Ravel’s masterpiece plus Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Third Symphony.
Duo Competition The winners will receive the opportunity to present a commissioned world premiere in recital at Hahn Hall. Music Academy competitions provide feedback from a distinguished panel of artists and cash prizes.
"A NEW PORTRAIT OF AMERICAN SOUND has nevertheless emerged, with Montgomery's music providing some of the latest, crucial touches." - The New York Times A program of works by Jessie Montgomery
Encompassing the most fellow-driven range of music Fellows select their own works for the program, put together their ensembles, and share with you their favorites. Before the concert, bring your own picnic and be seated at tables among the gorgeous Academy gardens. These lively concerts are popular social events!
Academy Festival Orchestra Conducted by alumna Speranza Scappucci This finale performance highlights Lehrer Vocal Institute fellows in curated selections. Plus, orchestral favorites the William Tell Overture and The Pines of Rome.
The City of Port Hueneme in partnership with the nonprofit REACH is hosting the Hueneme Beach Festival, Saturday and Sunday, August 27 and 28 from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Admission is free. The public can enjoy live music on two stages, fair-style carnival rides and games, arts and crafts, local vendor booths and a …
Returning to SBMA after a lauded performance in 2019, the Quartet will perform Beethoven’s Quartet in Bb Major, Op. 18 No. 6, Caroline Shaw’s Blueprint*, and Schubert’s Quartet in G Major, D. 887.
A series of themed Block Parties highlighting the best of Santa Barbara is here. The Downtown Organization of Santa Barbara is producing it’s first Rock the Block party series on …
Music Academy teaching artist and Ojai Music Festival superstar pianist performs the majestic masterpiece The Book of Sounds by Hans Otte. Conor’s performance of the “solo piano epic” has been praised in The New York Times as a “rare opportunity.” Don’t miss it!
The Ballard Inn Rises: “Halloween at Ballard Inn” — The Ballard Inn Hosts Family-Friendly Evening of Halloween Bites, Beverages, and Spirited Entertainment — The sleepy Santa Ynez Valley community of …
Having triumphed at the Met in some of the repertory’s fiercest soprano roles, Sondra Radvanovsky stars as the mythic sorceress who will stop at nothing in her quest for vengeance. Joining Radvanovsky in the Met-premiere production of Cherubini’s rarely performed masterpiece is tenor Matthew Polenzani as Medea’s Argonaut husband, Giasone; soprano Janai Brugger as her …
The first event in the Season of Cheer festivities presented by Consumer Fire Products, Inc. Come and enjoy live entertainment from Jason Campbell & The Drive on the steps of …
Come and enjoy live entertainment on the steps of the historic Santa Barbara Museum of Art, and grab a delicious meal from one of the many nearby restaurants or a beverage at Mosaic Locale (Draughtsmen Aleworks, Old Town Coffee, Buena Onda Empanadas). Our Season of Cheer festivities begins with the first Candlelight Concert Series on State Street. Dress warmly and seating will …
A series of themed Block Parties highlighting the best of Santa Barbara. Bring your family and friends downtown for another block party on State Street! This is the latest Block Party in the Rock The Block Series themed Friendsgiving. Win gifts and prizes from local businesses, enjoy games and activities including basketball with UCSB Gauchos, tossing …