Charles Burns is a writer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator living in Los Angeles. He is on faculty at the California Institute of the Arts, where he teaches music theory, and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. in composition at UCLA. Articles By This Author Review Brightwork Celebrates a Multiplicity of Identity Across the American Continents Charles Burns - March 23, 2026 The March 17 concert at Monk Space featured works by Indigenous composers from the Navajo Nation to the Hawaiian Islands. Review Six Composers Give Voice to Judith Baca's Great Wall of Los Angeles Charles Burns - March 10, 2026 At LA Phil’s Green Umbrella series, a monumental mural transforms into a symphonic journey through the city's hidden histories. Review In “From Ordinary Things,” Cello, Soprano, and Piano Unite as One Instrument Charles Burns - January 21, 2026 The recital featured three highly virtuosic musicians in perfect harmony on Thursday night at the UCLA Nimoy Theater. Review During This 12-hour Morton Feldman Marathon, Patience is a Virtue Charles Burns - January 21, 2026 In celebration of the late composer’s 100th birthday, Piano Spheres curated a hypnotic two-day listening experience. Review Imitation is Art on Osvaldo Golijov’s Ever Yours Charles Burns - January 13, 2026 The composer’s new album echoes a wide range of inspirations, from Hebrew melody to Romantic lyricism. Review American Mirror: Seven Works, One Ensemble Voice Charles Burns - December 23, 2025 Sphinx Virtuosi’s new release delivers crisp grooves, luminous textures, and strong narrative pacing. Feature Best Performances of 2025 (Los Angeles) Charles Burns, Jim Farber, Richard S. Ginell, Harlow Robinson - December 22, 2025 Four SFCV writers tell us about their favorite shows of 2025! Review Brightwork Debuts New Label With a Mission Statement Charles Burns - December 16, 2025 The launch concert at Monk Space revealed an ensemble that makes complexity feel human. Review Ecstatic Dread on Ted Hearne’s Farming Charles Burns - December 2, 2025 The American composer and singer delivers a miniature opera that audaciously synthesizes hyperpop, choral power, and capitalist critique. Review Fire Ecologies is a Tender Meditation on Ecology Charles Burns - November 25, 2025 Based on composer Christopher Stark’s travels in the American West during 2020, Fire Ecologies is surprisingly gentle in its message. Pagination 1 2 3 Next › Next page Last » Last page
