Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome

“There exists a passion for comprehension, just as there exists a passion for music.”
- Albert Einstein
Photo: Irina Logra

Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures
under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 

The 100-inch telescope is the instrument with which astronomer Edwin Hubble discovered our place in an expanding universe and so expanded our comprehension. The dome for the telescope—designed by Chicago architect D.H. Burnham—is a 20th century temple to science whose acoustics rival the great cathedrals of Europe and provides a unique setting for this ambitious music series. 

PLEASE NOTE: Access to the dome performance level is via a 53-step staircase. Mount Wilson Observatory is a mile high in elevation so the air is noticeably thinner. There is no ADA-compliant access. Children under age 12 are not permitted.

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2023 Concerts in the Dome

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: June 11 - Brass Quintet

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: June 11 – Brass Quintet

June 11, 2023    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: July 9 - String Trio & Duo

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: July 9 – String Trio & Duo

July 9, 2023    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: August 13 - Zelter String Quartet

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: August 13 – Zelter String Quartet

August 13, 2023    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: September 10 - Long Beach Symphony Sextet

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: September 10 – Long Beach Symphony Sextet

September 10, 2023    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 
Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: October 8 - Los Angeles Reed Quintet

Sunday Afternoon Concerts in the Dome: October 8 – Los Angeles Reed Quintet

October 8, 2023    
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Artistic Director Cécilia Tsan curates thoughtful musical adventures under the magnificent vaulted dome of the 100-inch telescope. 

Ambroise Aubrun, violin
Cécilia Tsan, cello

Jazz with Michael Valerio (bass) & friends

Ambroise Aubrun, violin
Kate Hamilton, viola

 

Jazz & More!

Salastina: Ravel String Quartet

Rachel Mellis, flute
Martin Chalifour, violin
Victor de Almeida, viola
Cécilia Tsan, cello