Admission is free, and all are welcome. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the Palisades Symphony’s recovery after the recent fires.

The Palisades Symphony, under the direction of Dr. Maxim Kuzin, invites you to Voices and Symphonies — an inspiring evening where orchestra and voice unite in a celebration of beauty, passion, and renewal. With guest conductor Andrew Karatay, baritone Matthew Peterson, and soprano Emma Berggren, the program journeys from Beethoven’s joyful humor to Brahms’s profound intensity.

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 8 sparkles with wit and vitality — a joyful declaration of life. Grieg’s Holberg Suite dances with Nordic elegance and warmth. Verdi’s operatic masterpieces bring the human voice center stage: baritone Matthew Peterson delivers gripping performances of “Cortigiani” from Rigoletto and “Eri tu” from Un Ballo in Maschera, while soprano Emma Berggren, under the baton of guest conductor Andrew Karatay, brings radiant serenity to Agathe’s aria, “Leise, leise,” from Weber’s Der Freischütz.

The program also features Nikolla Zoraqi’s Kaba for Orchestra — a 20th-century masterpiece by the Albanian composer and conductor, inspired by the centuries-old kaba lament tradition. The work unfolds as a dialogue between mournful lyricism and exhilarating motion, transforming ancient sorrow into a fast-paced celebration of resilience and hope. The evening culminates in Brahms’s Symphony No. 4, whose soaring finale embodies strength, struggle, and transcendence.

Dr. Maxim Kuzin, Ukrainian-born and internationally acclaimed, is celebrated for his passionate, expressive musicianship and for shaping concerts that move both heart and mind. As Music Director of the Palisades Symphony, he leads with a vision that unites artistry, community, and the belief that music can restore what hardship has taken away.

Admission is free, and all are welcome. Donations are gratefully accepted to support the Palisades Symphony’s recovery after the recent fires.

Join us for a night where every note speaks of hope — and music becomes the voice of renewal.

This program is inspired by the groundbreaking Three Tenors concerts, when Luciano Pavarotti, Plácido Domingo, and José Carreras united onstage in Rome on the eve of the 1990 FIFA World Cup Final. That performance reached an unprecedented 800 million viewers worldwide—making it the most-watched classical concert in history—and redefined classical music’s reach by blending opera arias, Neapolitan songs, and popular standards in spectacular outdoor venues. Their follow-up appearances at World Cups in Los Angeles (1994), Paris (1998), and Yokohama (2002) drew massive stadium audiences, shattered sales records (their 1990 album remains the best-selling classical recording ever), and introduced millions to opera for the first time.

Now, we bring that same spirit to life with our own trio of phenomenal tenors: Wiyoung Oh, Doo (David) Suk Yang, and Jungrok Oh—singing side by side with the Palisades Symphony in a thrilling, crowd-pleasing celebration of vocal and orchestral favorites.

With timeless music, powerhouse voices, and a spirit of joyful collaboration, this concert is sure to be a hit with opera lovers and newcomers alike.

Celebrate the magic of Broadway with the Palisades Symphony and Music Director Maxim Kuzin in a spectacular open-air concert that journeys through 130 years of show-stopping hits!

Featuring soprano Margaryta Kuzina, baritone Matthew Peterson, and child soloist Caroline Turner, this lively performance highlights favorites from Sousa, Gershwin, Rodgers & Hammerstein, Bernstein, ABBA, and more. Curated with insights from Broadway legend Michael Feinstein, this concert captures the heart and history of American musical theater—one unforgettable number at a time.

Bring your low-back lawn chair, picnic blanket, and snacks, and enjoy an afternoon of timeless melodies, brilliant voices, and community spirit in one of Los Angeles’s most vibrant outdoor venues.

Admission is free, and all are welcome.

Donations are gratefully accepted and will help the Palisades Symphony organization transition through this challenging post-fire period and return even stronger to its permanent place in the cultural heart of the Pacific Palisades.

Come be part of this evening of remembrance, resilience, and renewal through the power of music!

Join us for a heartfelt evening of music and community as the Palisades Symphony presents a special Fire Recovery Benefit Concert. This meaningful performance brings together musicians and neighbors to support those affected by recent fires.

Featuring pianist Alexander Wasserman, performing on a grand piano generously provided by Kawai, the program includes Mykola Lysenko – Taras Bulba Overture, Edvard Grieg – Piano Concerto in A Minor, and César Franck – Symphony in D Minor.

Proceeds and donations will go toward helping musicians, singers, and organizations affected by the fires, offering hope and healing through music. Come be part of an evening that celebrates resilience, generosity, and the power of community.