LA Philharmonic:

The Philharmonic owes its birth to William Andrews Clark, Jr., the multi-millionaire and amateur musician who established the city's first permanent symphony orchestra in 1919. Each year since its founding, the Philharmonic has been hailed as Southern California's leading performing arts institution and is recognized as one of the world's outstanding orchestras. 

There is a 30-week winter subscription season at the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion, and a 12-week summer festival at the legendary Hollywood Bowl, where "Music Under the Stars" has been a popular tradition since 1922. Location: 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA. Phone (323) 850-2000

What's new at the LA Philharmonic

Staples Center:

This newly completed music, entertainment and sports arena has spared no expense with the ultimate amenities, boosting a staff of 1200, $2 million spent on lighting, along with a Bose sound system, packaged into five concourses with 23 refreshment stands and dining choices. This behemoth facility is housed on nearly 10 acres with one million square feet of arena and office space. Location: 1111 South Figueroa (corner Figueroa and 11^th Street), Los Angeles, CA. Phone (213) 742-7100

Wiltern:

Vintage theater, recently restored to its former grandeur and glory. Enter through the main doors of this historical landmark and you are overwhelmed with its beauty and authenticity. The rotunda ceiling is an astrological pattern. There is also a mural in the main foyer. Capacity is 2,200. Location: 3790 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA. Phone (213) 388-1400

Los Angeles Master Chorale:

For over 36 years, America's premier chorus, the Los Angeles Master Chorale, has been performing grand choral music for the residents of Los Angeles. Concerts are performed in the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion.

Location: The Music Center of Los Angeles, 135 North Grand Avenue, Los Angeles, CA. Phone (213) 626-0624