Christmas Joy Concert
The First UMC choirs and instrumental ensembles team up for this annual celebration of seasonal music. Carols old and new will be performed by the Chancel Choir, handbells, pipe organ, piano ensembles and more. Enjoy a few “Sing-Alongs” for the whole audience!
Souvenirs from Prague
Exceptional musicians from the LA Phil and pianist Junko Ueno Garrett will perform Martinu’s innovative Trio, Popper’s beautiful Requiem, and conclude with Dvorak’s celebrated Quartet No. 2.
Musica de España: Life and Music in Spain
Pianist and Third@First’s artistic coordinator, Junko Ueno Garrett will perform music by Granadas, Alveniz, de Falla and Lecuona. Come learn about and enjoy Spain’s rich music history.
St. Patrick’s Day Concert
Come join us for a program of Irish music. We will celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Irish band “Sligo Rags”. Don’t forget to wear your favorite Green attire!
Observance Through Music
Intimate and meditative, three unaccompanied Bach Cello Suites will be played by three LA leading cellists to observe the holy weekend.
Pasadena Youth Collaboration
Pasadena Youth Symphony, Vocal Ensembles from California School of the Arts San Gabriel Valley, and Chamber Music Groups from Pasadena Conservatory of Music.
Come enjoy Pasadena’s talented youth musicians in this showcase of music!
Supported by Pasadena Symphony Education Department.
Organ-ic Soundtracks
Organist, Aaron Shows will take us to the movies with a performance of classic movie themes and provide an improvised soundtrack to a classic silent film. This is a must-attend event for movie lovers.
150 Years of Music at FUMC, Pasadena
Enjoy pieces performed by the FUMC Chancel Choir and a specially commissioned work to commemorate the 150th anniversary the of church by FUMC organist Aaron Shows.
Forrest Robinson and Friends
Two time Grammy Award winner and multi-instrumentalist, composer and producer, Forrest Robinson will bring his exceptional talent to this special concert on our Colorado Patio.