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Upcoming Events

Nov. 3

Choral Arts Initiative: From the Heart

Brandon Elliott and the Choral Arts Initiative open their 13th season. Focusing on transformation, the program explores personal evolution, self-discovery, the cycles of nature and love, and much more. The program features the world premieres of Samuel Siskind's Release and Paul Ayres' Night among works by Shara Nova, Lansing McLoskey,  Lauren Lynn, Ted Hearne, Yiran Zhao, and Mia Makaroff.

Nov. 15

Saddleback College: Fall Choral Concert

Brandon leads the choral ensembles of Saddleback College in an assortment of works, featuring vocal majors.

Dec. 6-8

Saddleback College: Feast of Lights

Join the Saddleback College Choirs and Symphony Orchestra for a festive performance of holiday classics.

Feb. 23

Choral Arts Initiative: Ascension

Join Brandon Elliott and the Choral Arts Initiative as they continue on their journey of metamorphosis. With a focus on spiritual and sacred transformation, the program features the world premiere of Alexander Levine's "Canticum Graduum" amongst other premieres of Kevin Hartnett, Bora Yoon, Osnat Netzer, Roderick Williams, and James Keller.

April 6

Choral Arts Initiative: Intimate Voices

Choral Arts Initiative shifts its focus with a brand new program, Intimate Voices. The program features new chamber works from acclaimed composers Vivian Fung, Che Buford, Joe Jaxson, and Christopher Cerrone.

April 25

Saddleback College: Spring Choral Concert

Brandon leads the Saddleback College choirs in a valedictory performance to end the 2024-2025 year. 

May 18

Choral Arts Initiative: Transformation

Brandon Elliott and the Choral Arts Initiative culminate their exploration of metamorphosis with Transformation. Focusing on One Touch of Nature by Anne Dudley & Exile Meditations by Gabriel Jackson (both of which receive their US Premieres), the program weaves a profound narrative of transformation and resilience.

June 27

Choral Arts Initiative: PREMIERE|Project 2025

Choral Arts Initiative caps off its 13th season with the annual PREMIERE|Project Festival. With 12 world premieres, the festival celebrates choral artists and composers.

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