The world rarely arrives in sonata form… we could all use a good recap. New releases With Christmas listening and gift-giving so close at hand, this is the perfect time to pick up some new manifestations of holiday favorites. Don’t depend on radio and Spotify to fill your ears this season. Local entities have put … Read more
After 45 years, conductor John Alexander is retiring as artistic director of Pacific Chorale, and his final concert in that role is this weekend. John has been an influential force in Orange County, whether teacher at Cal State Fullerton or running the area’s premiere choral ensembles. Alexander is handing the baton to friends and protege … Read more
Yet another music critic has been laid off, and his absence will have a direct effect on quality arts reporting in Southern California. Unfortunately, the Orange County Register informed resident critic Timothy Mangan of the decision on Friday, just as he was headed to LA Opera to cover La Bohéme with Gustavo Dudamel at the helm. According … Read more
