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CABRILLO FESTIVAL of CONTEMPORARY MUSIC
August 4, 2023 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
July 30 – August 13
Free Rehearsals:
Aug 1, 2 & 9 – 10am -12pm
July 31, Aug 3, 8, 9, 10 & 11 – 2:30 – 5pm
July 30, Aug 3 & 10, 7 – 9:30pm
Join Cabrillo Festival’s Celebration of Rhythm & Sound!
“Cabrillo Festival is an incredible place where composers are able to be free and to present their music, where the musicians are dedicated to co-creating and designing a vision for tomorrow’s music, and where the audience and the community embraces the whole process.” —Cristi Măcelaru, Music Director + Conductor
This 2023 Cabrillo Festival season will be one of unparalleled energy, dynamism, and celebration with music by some of the world’s most exciting composers, performed by a stunning line-up of guest artists. We’ll present three thrilling percussion concerti and a brand new concerto for violin and double bass! Two amazing weeks will highlight the Festival’s commitment to artistic excellence, discovery, and community. World, U.S., and West Coast premieres will abound, along with Festival commissions. An incredible program of works by 17 composers–14 of whom will be in residence–will be brought to life by Music Director and Conductor Cristian Măcelaru and our amazing Festival Orchestra. Audiences can experience the creative process almost daily through open rehearsals–enjoyed in-person at the Civic Auditorium or streamed live to wherever you are in the world!
A roster of international guest artists includes percussionists Colin Currie, Beibei Wang, Svet Stoyanov, and Matthew Strauss; and violinist Eunice Kim joins composer/bassist extraordinaire Xavier Foley for his world premiere commission. This season will also include a special memorial tribute to beloved Cabrillo Festival co-founder Robert Hughes who passed away in 2022; and a heartfelt send-off to longtime Executive Director Ellen Primack, who steps down from her role after 33 seasons.
This 2023 Cabrillo Festival season will be one of unparalleled energy, dynamism, and celebration with music by some of the world’s greatest composers and its most renowned soloists. We’ll present three thrilling percussion concerti and a brand new concerto for violin and double bass! Two amazing weeks will highlight the Festival’s commitment to artistic excellence, discovery, and community. World, U.S., and West Coast premieres will abound, along with Festival commissions. An incredible program of works by 17 composers–14 of whom will be in residence–will be brought to life by Music Director and Conductor Cristian Măcelaru and our amazing Festival Orchestra. Audiences can experience the creative process almost daily through open rehearsals–enjoyed in-person at the Civic Auditorium or streamed live to wherever you are in the world!
A roster of international guest artists includes percussionists Colin Currie, Beibei Wang, Svet Stoyanov, and Matthew Strauss; and violinist Eunice Kim joins composer/bassist extraordinaire Xavier Foley for his world premiere commission. This season will also include a special memorial tribute to beloved Cabrillo Festival co-founder Robert Hughes who passed away in 2022; and a heartfelt send-off to longtime Executive Director Ellen Primack, who steps down from her role after 33 seasons.
Join us for a season to remember!
It just wouldn’t be the same without you!
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OPEN REHEARSALS + TALKS
You’re invited to discover what increasing numbers of Festival fans have already realized—Open Rehearsals are a dynamic precursor to the concerts themselves. As the community of conductors, musicians, and composers sculpt pieces for performances, you have the chance to watch the music come to life. These free events are now available in person and live-streamed to you anywhere in the world!
Wondering what to expect at an Open Rehearsal? Simply enter the auditorium and select your favorite seat! The atmosphere is relaxed, you are free to come and go, but please endeavor to be as quiet as possible, even when the artists are simply talking to each other. The orchestra appreciates your support during these important working sessions! Food and drink are not allowed in the Auditorium, outside of spill-proof water containers. If you are viewing online please visit our website at any of the designated times. Thank you!
