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 Supper Club Swing Meets Hollywood Elegance in LA Chamber Orchestra’s Celebration of Ellington Charles Burns - October 6, 2025 John Holiday, Lara Downes, and LACO performed at Cicada’s Art Deco Ballroom on Oct. 4. Review At Monk Space with Brightwork newmusic, a Moment for Meditation Charles Burns - October 6, 2025 “Nick Norton & Cristina Lord: FRIENDS” set a reflective and purposeful tone for the season. Review Gustavo Dudamel Opens his Final Season at the LA Phil With Tectonic Force Charles Burns - September 30, 2025 The conductor, who will move to New York next year, led the LA Phil in a program of works by Reid and Strauss. Review From Ligeti to Beyoncé, Composer Thomas Kotcheff Merges Musical Worlds at Piano Spheres Charles Burns - September 20, 2025 Composer and pianist Thomas Kotcheff presented a concert and album release for his new work, Between Systems, on Sept. 16. Review Piano Spheres Celebrates the Life and Music of Sarah Gibson Charles Burns - July 21, 2025 The composer’s innovative and collaborative style is highlighted during a concert at Thayer Hall, marking the one-year anniversary of her passing. Review This Los Angeles Music Festival Is Experimental but Accessible to All Charles Burns - July 1, 2025 The Dog Star Orchestra, founded by Michael Pisaro, stages a series of free summer concerts that embrace ear-opening extremes. Review At Monk Space, Brightwork Ensemble Breaks Down Musical Barriers Charles Burns - June 23, 2025 Potentially challenging pieces become inviting in an eclectic program that encompasses everything from Luciano Berio to the Beatles. Review Salastina’s Sunday Morning Concert Centers Clara Schumann Charles Burns - April 29, 2025 The chamber ensemble’s BroadStage performance offers a guided journey from the Three Romances to Richard Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll. Review Hear Now Music Festival Spotlights Works by Fresh Composers Charles Burns - April 15, 2025 The 14th edition of the festival proves that contemporary composition is strong as ever in Los Angeles. Pagination « First First page ‹ Previous Previous page 1 2
