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“Counter-Conventional” Fun

The word “orchestra”  conjures up certain images.  Opulent concert halls,  time-honored concertos,  formality and exclusivity… OK, throw away those ideas—because Muse/ique does. Muse/ique bills itself as “Pasadena’s Counter-Conventional Orchestra”.    Concertgoers are likely to find themselves listening among antique printing presses … Continue reading

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Brian Colburn Interview, Part Two

Muse/ique Executive Director Brian Colburn discusses “Girl/Band”, the November program in this “Counter-Conventional Orchestra’s” “Uncorked Series”.

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Brian Colburn Interview, Part Three

Muse/ique Executive Director Brian Colburn offers a preview of the 2014 concerts in “Pasadena’s Counter-Conventional Orchestra”‘s “Uncorked Series”.   Show locations include a lumber yard, and a well-known Pasadena florist!

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Classically Collegiate

College equals lots of studying, term projects, and socializing. Now, it can also mean inexpensive exposure to some great live music. The Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra has a “Campus to Concert Hall” season pass for college students.   Their $25 “All … Continue reading

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Rachel Fine Interview, Part Two

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Executive Director Rachel Fine offers a preview of some of the live concerts to which the “Campus to Concert Hall” pass allows access.

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Rachel Fine Interview, Part Three

Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra Executive Director Rachel Fine discusses the orchestra’s outreach to local school children–and a special three-concert series LACO is offering!

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