music concerts at … [ Laguna College of Art & Design ] in fall of 2001 and the Philharmonic Society of Orange County helped with finding musicians for us . PSOC had been planning to bring more music to Laguna for some time and the idea of a festival was under consideration . I wanted to expand Laguna Beach Live and so a natural partnership was formed to bring the first Laguna Beach Music Festival in spring of 2002 .
LBM : In what ways has the festival changed over the last two decades and what has remained the same ? CP : Initially , the emphasis was on well-known artistic directors working with up-and-coming artists and we all learned from the process . As our audience developed , the artistic directors were invited to see the festival as an opportunity to work with others — not just new artists — in new ways . For
example , the Ahn Trio in 2007 invited friends to compose specifically for them and the festival . A highlight was a piece by David Benoit , “ a jazz vs . classical duel ” that he performed with his trio along with the Ahn Trio . The concept of an acclaimed artistic director and friends has remained a constant .
LBM : What do you think people like about the music festival ? CP : The artistic directors are all widely acclaimed and most often seen in large halls in big cities such as New York or Los Angeles . But the festival brings them up close and personal to our local , intimate settings . The interesting pairings of the musicians is a real treat and may not be to be heard elsewhere . … And every concert is different . Thanks to donors and grants , we keep the ticket prices low so I think people are more willing to try new things .
LBM : What ’ s in store for this year ’ s festival program ? CP : Jeremy Denk , [ a ] MacArthur “ Genius ” award winner , is the artistic director . The New York Times has proclaimed him as ” a pianist you want to hear no matter what he performs .” He has invited violinist Stefan Jackiw and they will be joined by chorus members in a program of hymns , songs and sonatas — and that ’ s just opening night .
LBM : For those who can ’ t make it to the festival , what other music offerings does Laguna Beach Live present ? CP : We present monthly chamber music at the Laguna Art Museum , a series of jazz concerts , an annual Bluegrass and BBQ , and specialty concerts throughout the year . Additionally , we present free music classes for young children at the Laguna library and free concerts at the [ Laguna Beach Community &] Susi Q [ Senior Center ]. g
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