[photo credit: The Friends of the South Pasadena Public Library]
The program promises an unforgettable experience with performances by an acclaimed lineup of musicians. Clarinetist Joshua Ranz will lead the ensemble, joined by violinists Roger Wilkie and Ana Landauer, violist Connie Kupka, and cellist David Speltz. Ranz, known for his roles as principal clarinet of the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra and New West Symphony, and bass clarinetist of Pacific Symphony, brings a wealth of experience and artistry to the stage.
These quintets are widely considered the greatest chamber works written for the clarinet-and-strings combination, offering a rich tapestry of sound and emotional depth. Attendees will have the rare opportunity to hear these masterpieces performed by a group of highly skilled musicians in an intimate setting, promising an enriching cultural experience for all.
Need to Know: Restoration Concerts clarinet-and-strings performance, Sunday, April 19, 2026, 4:00 p.m., $26.00 per individual ticket, Community Room of the South Pasadena Public Library, 1115 El Centro Street, South Pasadena, CA 91030. Tickets available at https://forms.donorsnap.com/form?id=0766826d-0cf1-4d33-83cc-8c41ccdd9eef.
