Pasadena Symphony & Pops

Beethoven Eroica
2026-04-25 | Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105, United States
Ambassador Auditorium

April 25, 2026
2:00pm & 8:00pm Brett Mitchell, conductor
Julian Schwarz, cello
Quinn Mason Heroic Overture (Overtura Eroica)
Jennifer Higdon Cello Concerto (West Coast Premiere)
Beethoven Symphony No. 3 “Eroica” Buy Tickets A grand display of musical innovation across centuries, with the west coast premiere of Grammy-winning composer Jennifer Higdon’s cello concerto, and the bold spirit of Beethoven’s ground-breaking Eroica Symphony—revolutionary, heroic and full of power.
Join us one hour before the performance for Insights – a free pre-concert dialogue with KUSC Host Brian Lauritzen and Music Director Brett Mitchell. Learn about the works being performed and get a behind-the-scenes look at our guest artists and conductor. ArtistsBrett MitchellMusic Director Julian SchwarzCello Quinn MasonComposer Jennifer HigdonComposer Video Sponsors
Concert Underwriter:
Linda & William Krantz

Insights Sponsor:
Alan Fisher, MD
& Hear MD

America @ 250
2026-05-30 | Ambassador Auditorium, 131 S St. John Avenue, Pasadena, CA, 91105, United States
Ambassador Auditorium

May 30, 2026
2:00pm & 8:00pm Brett Mitchell, conductor
Alec Baldwin, narrator
Terrence Wilson, piano
John Williams Liberty Fanfare
Gershwin Concerto in F for Piano and Orchestra
Copland Appalachian Spring Suite
Copland Lincoln Portrait Buy Tickets
The season closes with a celebration of American orchestral music – John Williams, Gershwin and two seminal pieces by Copland. Terrence Wilson dazzles on Gershwin’s vibrant Concerto in F and acclaimed actor Alec Baldwin brings a distinctive voice to Copland’s ode to Lincoln. It’s a season finale you won’t want to miss!
Join us one hour before the performance for Insights – a free pre-concert dialogue with KUSC Host Brian Lauritzen and Music Director Brett Mitchell. Learn about the works being performed and get a behind-the-scenes look at our guest artists and conductor. ArtistsTerrence WilsonPiano Alec BaldwinNarrator Brett MitchellMusic Director Video Sponsors
Individual Concert Underwriter:
Georgianna Bray Erskine
In memory of her mother, Evelyn Bray, and in honor of
the Women’s Committee of the Pasadena Symphony Association

Insights Sponsor:
Alan Fisher, MD
& Hear MD

Party at the POPS
2026-06-18 | CA
LA County Arboretum

SAVE THE DATE JUNE 18, 2026
Join us on the POPS stage for an exclusive summer kick-off party!
Get ready for a fun-filled evening with fanciful cocktails, delectable hors d’oeuvres and a rare opportunity to take in the beautiful surroundings of the LA County Arboretum from the vantage point of the POPS stage.
Mix and mingle with fellow POPS friends and experience an intimate sunset set with Resident Pops Conductor Larry Blank on piano and the silky vocals of the stunning Morgan James.
Help us keep your favorite summer tradition alive at this one-of-a-kind fundraising event to support the POPS Summer Concert Series.
Tickets are extremely limited so be sure to save your spot today! BUY TICKETS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Six complimentary tickets
Presenting Sponsor credit in digital and print invitation, event-specific media and signage
Premium event seating
A special meet and greet with the guest artist and Maestro!
On-screen recognition as major supporter at all POPS concerts
Ten complimentary tickets to a Symphony or POPS concert of your choice

Six complimentary tickets
Sponsor credit in digital and print invitation, event-specific media and signage
Preferred event seating
A special meet and greet with the guest artist and Maestro!
Video screen recognition as major supporter at all POPS concerts
Four complimentary tickets to a Symphony or POPS concert of your choice

Two complimentary tickets
Sponsor credit in digital and print invitation, event-specific media and signage
Four complimentary tickets to a Symphony concert

Two complimentary tickets
Patron credit in digital and print invitation, event-specific media and signage

$10,000 – GUEST ARTIST
$7,500 – FOOD
$5,000 – WINE & SPIRITS
$5,000 – EVENT UNDERWRITERS

BECOME A SPONSOR For more information on becoming a sponsor, please contact Liliane Ribeiro, Director of Development at
(626) 414-2198 or LRibeiro@pasadenasymphony-pops.org. ARTISTS Larry BlankConductor Morgan JamesSoloist

Star Spangled Salute To The Movies A Special Tribute to John Williams
2026-06-20 | LA County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 91007, United States
LA County Arboretum

June 20, 2026
Gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
Concert begins at 7:30pm BUY TICKETS Resident Pops Conductor Larry Blank kicks off the season with epic scores from Superman, E.T., Raiders of the Lost Arc and Star Wars, and a tribute to the late Marvin Hamlisch with “Nobody Does it Better,” “The Way We Were” and more Hollywood blockbusters for an unforgettable evening celebrating American film music. Artists Larry BlankConductor Morgan JamesSoloist VideoSponsors

Dancing In the Street: Music of Motown
2026-07-11 | LA County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 91007, United States
LA County Arboretum

July 11, 2026
Gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
Concert begins at 7:30pm BUY TICKETS Get ready to groove to the Temptations, Supremes and Stevie Wonder for this soulful celebration of legendary Motown artists. Hits like My Girl, I Feel Good and Superstition will have you singin’ and dancin’ All Night Long Artists Larry BlankConductor Shayna SteeleSoloist Chester GregorySoloist Terron BrooksSoloist VideoSponsors

A Toast to the Rat Pack
2026-07-25 | LA County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 91007, United States
LA County Arboretum

July 25, 2026
Gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
Concert begins at 7:30pm BUY TICKETS Step back into the golden age of swing with the timeless hits of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and Ella Fitzgerald for a dazzling evening of swagger, smooth vocals, and big band swing with: My Way, Come Fly with Me, I’ve Got the World on a String, Ain’t that a Kick in the Head, Come Rain or Come Shine and so much more. Artists Larry BlankConductor Steve LippiaSoloist Carmen BradfordSoloist Todd MurraySoloist Video Sponsors

Remember When Rock Was Young: The Elton John Experience
2026-08-15 | LA County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 91007, United States
LA County Arboretum

August 15, 2026
Gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
Concert begins at 7:30pm BUY TICKETS Get ready for a spectacular theatrical experience capturing the Rocketman’s music, costumes and charisma. From Benny and the Jets and Tiny Dancer to Candle in the Wind and Crocodile Rock, this high-energy show brings his chart-topping hits to life with unforgettable flair.  Artists Larry BlankConductor Craig A. MeyerVideo Sponsors

Music of the Night: Andrew Lloyd Webber & Friends
2026-08-29 | LA County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 91007, United States
LA County Arboretum

August 29th, 2026
Gates open at 5:30pm for picnicking
Concert begins at 7:30pm BUY TICKETS The season closes with an unforgettable evening of drama, passion and iconic melodies from Broadway’s legendary Andrew Lloyd Webber and his contemporaries – Stephen Sondheim, Stephen Schwartz, Kander and Ebb, Leonard Bernstein, Jerry Herman and more. Get ready for hits from Phantom of the Opera, Cats, Evita, West Side Story, Les Misérables and all of your favorite Broadway tunes. Artists Larry BlankConductor Valerie PerriSoloist Hugh PanaroSoloist Scarlett StrallenSoloist Video Sponsors
