Violinist Elizabeth Blumenstock is the artistic force behind this summer series in Corona del Mar that’s well worth a trip.
In niches throughout the huge columbarium, more than 40 musical acts of varying kinds are set to perform at this year’s event.
The pioneering minimalist composer is honored over two evenings, and his music seems to speak to the ethos of everyone onstage.
Flutist Claire Chase’s astonishing programming for 2025 is devoted to music with complexities beyond the sounded notes.
The 29-year-old pianist hails from Hong Kong, and his victory continues a certain recent trend at the Cliburn.
Whether she’s talking this year’s Ojai Music Festival or her signature commissioning project, Density 2036, Chase is forward-focused.
