Music

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Second Sundays Radical Histories   click for more information »

Celebrate the legacy of Chicano art in the new exhibition "Radical Histories: Chicano Prints from the Smithsonian American Art Museum” through artmaking, music, and conversations with curators at this event for visitors of all ages. Self Help Graphics Printing Workshop: Join Self Help Graphics & Art for a special printmaking workshop. Create your own foam block print inspired by the artwork fea ...

Event Location: The Huntington's MaryLou and George Boone Gallery

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Holiday Music Vromans with The Ukelele Orchestra of the Western Hemisphere   click for more information »

Join Vroman's Bookstore as they celebrate the holidays with music! The Ukelele Orchestra of the Western Hemisphere is what happens when 16(ish) ukes of wildly varying shapes, sizes, and questionable backgrounds fall into the hands of an equally eclectic group of humans. This isn’t your average uk...

Event Location: Vroman's Bookstore

Cost: Free

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Time: 3:30 p.m.

The Queens Six   click for more information »

Based at Windsor Castle, members of The Queen’s Six make up part of the Lay Clerks of St. George’s Chapel, whose homes lie within the Castle walls. The ensemble formed in 2008, the 450th anniversary of the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, from whom they take their name. Now they perform for a much wi...

Event Location: Caltech's Beckman Auditorium

Cost: $25.00 - $70.00

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Pasadena Pro Musica Presents The Light of Hope Returning Holiday Concert   click for more information »

Come bask in the glorious sounds of Shawn Kirchner’s beautifully crafted holiday music designed to lift our spirits, renew our awe at the patterns of the seasons, and remind us that hope is our communal life force. “The Light of Hope Returning” is a celebration of folk carols in which Kirchner...

Event Location: First United Methodist Church

Cost: $25.00

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Wicked GOAT Technicolor Goat   click for more information »

Wicked GOAT Season 4 is all about color, creativity, and musical exploration. Join PCM's first concert as they dive into how composers translate color into sound. There will be vibrant works by Jennifer Higdon, Andy Akiho, and a world premiere by the brilliant Brendan Faegre. If you’ve ever wonde...

Event Location: Pasadena Conservatory of Music

Cost: Free

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Music in the Chinese Garden   click for more information »

A different solo musician performs each week, playing unamplified melodies on classical instruments including the dizi, pipa, and erhu. Let the music transport you to another time and place as you stroll through one of the most magical landscapes in Southern California....

Event Location: The Huntington's Chinese Garden

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Time: 7:00 p.m.

Melodia Mariposas 2025 Holiday Concert   click for more information »

Join Melodia Mariposa for its 4th Annual Holiday Concert! After three wonderful years at the Altadena Town and Country Club, Melodia Mariposa is grateful to Westminster Presbyterian for giving them a new home. In order to allow as many Altadena residents affected by the fires as possible to attend...

Event Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church

Cost: Free

Thursday, December 18, 2025

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Tony Barba Jakob Heinemann Ethan Snyder more   click for more information »

The trio of Tony Barba (woodwinds), Jakob Heinemann (double bass) and Ethan Snyder (drums) debut at Healing Force of the Universe, playing a selection of original compositions as well as improvised excursions. Fresh from the studio recording their debut LP, they look forward to a 2026 release. Membe...

Event Location: Healing Force of the Universe

Cost: $17.00

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Holiday Concert at Vromans Bookstore Brass Quintet   click for more information »

A brass quintet with friends and faculty from the Pasadena Conservatory of Music perform a variety of holiday classics.This program is presented in partnership with our friends at Vroman’s Bookstore. Musicians: Mike Zonshine (trumpet), Mike Davis (trumpet), Melia Badalian (horn), Lori Stuntz (t...

Event Location: Vroman's Bookstore

Cost: Free

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Time: 4:00 p.m.

ThirdFirst Christmas Joy Concert   click for more information »

This favorite seasonal event has music for the whole family. "We will perform Carols both classic and new!" This concert is curated by Scott Lehmkuhl, Director of Music Ministries for First UMC..

Event Location: First United Methodist Church

Cost: Free

Saturday, December 20, 2025

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Holiday Music The Playhouse A Jet Set Christmas   click for more information »

A Jet Set Christmas! delivers a sleigh full of holiday classics and Christmas carols drenched in tinsel, jazz and joy. This cool yuletide celebration, complete with a swingin’ sing-along, will put you the holiday spirit and transport you to that “Most Wonderful Time Of The Year.” Ho, ho, ho!...

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $25.00

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Holiday Concert at Vromans Bookstore Family Folk Band   click for more information »

Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) faculty member Natalie Brejcha is joined by The Scotti Old Time Family String Band to perform a variety of holiday classics. This program is presented in partnership with our friends at Vroman’s Bookstore. Musicians: Natalie Brejcha (fiddle) and The Scotti O...

Event Location: Vroman's Bookstore

Cost: Free

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Time: 2:00 p.m.

Chrismas Concert Here We Come ACaroling   click for more information »

On Sunday afternoon, more than 120 musicians will fill the sanctuary of La Cañada Presbyterian Church with the sounds of the season, offering a free concert that traces the Christmas carol from its medieval roots to compositions written in our own century. "Here We Come A-Caroling," presented ...

Event Location: La Canada Presbyterian Church

Cost: Free

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

Holiday Progressive Dinner Party   click for more information »

Holiday Progressive Dinner Party is an Altadena Progressive Dinner Party featuring: Good Neighbor Bar | Miya on Lake | Bacchus' Kitchen | and a special guest chef appearance from Paul Ragan of AltaEats. About the event: It's a Holiday version of our neighborhood progressive dinner party! Your...

Event Location: Bacchus' Kitchen + Wine Bar

Cost: $195.00/Person

Sunday, December 21, 2025

Time: 8:00 p.m.

Holiday Music The Playhouse A Jet Set Christmas   click for more information »

A Jet Set Christmas! delivers a sleigh full of holiday classics and Christmas carols drenched in tinsel, jazz and joy. This cool yuletide celebration, complete with a swingin’ sing-along, will put you the holiday spirit and transport you to that “Most Wonderful Time Of The Year.” Ho, ho, ho!...

Event Location: Sierra Madre Playhouse

Cost: $25.00

Monday, December 22, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Bacchus Kitchen Presents A Clayton Family Christmas   click for more information »

Bacchus' Kitchen prsents John Clayton & Gerald Clayton return for another Holiday Classic! Nothing says Christmas here at Bacchus like a visit from these two masters of their craft. This is an annual treat not to be missed. Bass - John Clayton; Piano - Gerald Clayton... PRIX FIXE MENU TBA. ...

Event Location: Bacchus' Kitchen + Wine Bar

Cost: $145.00

Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Time: 6:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

Bacchus Kitchen Presents A Clayton Family Christmas   click for more information »

Bacchus' Kitchen prsents John Clayton & Gerald Clayton return for another Holiday Classic! Nothing says Christmas here at Bacchus like a visit from these two masters of their craft. This is an annual treat not to be missed. Bass - John Clayton; Piano - Gerald Clayton... PRIX FIXE MENU TBA....

Event Location: Bacchus' Kitchen + Wine Bar

Cost: $145.00

Wednesday, December 24, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Music in the Chinese Garden   click for more information »

A different solo musician performs each week, playing unamplified melodies on classical instruments including the dizi, pipa, and erhu. Let the music transport you to another time and place as you stroll through one of the most magical landscapes in Southern California....

Event Location: The Huntington's Chinese Garden

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Time: 1:00 p.m.

Music in the Chinese Garden   click for more information »

A different solo musician performs each week, playing unamplified melodies on classical instruments including the dizi, pipa, and erhu. Let the music transport you to another time and place as you stroll through one of the most magical landscapes in Southern California....

Event Location: The Huntington's Chinese Garden

Cost: $13.00 - $29.00

Wednesday, January 07, 2026

Time: 6:00 p.m.

A Concert for Altadena   click for more information »

Altadena Builds Back Foundation in partnership with the Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Fire Relief & Recovery Fund presents A Concert for Altadena at Pasadena Civic Auditorium. Featured Performers: Headlined by Dawes (“and Friends”), the lineup includes: Jackson Browne, Judith Hill, Brandon Flo...

Event Location: Pasadena Civic Auditorium

Cost: Call for ticket cost

Sunday, January 11, 2026

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Jouyssance presents Joyeux Noel   click for more information »

Jouyssance journeys to France, performing mystical medieval motets, traditional French noels (accompanied by a musette!) and masterworks by Dufay, Josquin, Sermisy and more. Join us for one last toast to the holidays at our post-concert reception....

Event Location: St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Cost: $10.00 - $25.00

Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Time: 7:30 p.m.

Camerata Pacifica Performs   click for more information »

With eclectic programs spanning more than three centuries of music, Camerata Pacifica's 25/26 season offers something for everyone. Featuring Che-Yen Chen and Gilles Vonsattel. Held at the historic Huntington Library in San Marino, the concert program includes: Beethoven "Sonata in E Minor, Op. 9...

Event Location: The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens

Cost: Call for ticket cost

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Time: 4:00 p.m.

ThirdFirst Martin Luther King Jr Celebration   click for more information »

Third@First’s support for local music students continues with the California School of the Arts-San Gabriel Valley’s vocal and instrumental ensembles celebrating MLK Day with Gospel music and works by Black composers....

Event Location: First United Methodist Church

Cost: Free

Saturday, January 24, 2026

Time: 2:00 p.m. & 8:00 p.m.

Mendelssohn Meyer   click for more information »

Join the Pasadena Symphony & Pops at the Ambassador Auditorium for an unforgettable evening featuring violinist Tessa Lark, composer Edgar Meyer, and music director Brett Mitchell. The program includes Mendelssohn "The Hebrides Overture (Fingal’s Cave)"; Edgar Meyer "Violin Concerto"; Mendelss...

Event Location: Ambassador Auditorium

Cost: $55.00 - $149.00

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Time: 4:00 p.m.

Restoration Concert Series Almanova guitar flute and Guest percussion   click for more information »

The Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library's 30th anniversary season of its Restoration Concert Series continues with Almanova (guitar, flute) and Guest percussion. AlmaNova is an innovative flute and guitar duo known for their eclectic blend of classical, world, and contemporary music. Conc...

Event Location: South Pasadena Library Community Room

Cost: $160.00/8 concerts