California Dreamin'

Conrad Tao delves into Rachmaninoff’s Californian years, highlighting his relationship with the American songbook, before an exploration of composers past and present who have shaped California’s unique cultural tapestry. This journey through California’s rich artistic legacy showcases the diverse influences and inspirations found within its vibrant landscape, from its pioneering composers to the myriad of stories that have been woven under its expansive skies.

RACHMANINOFF et al.
Rachmaninoff Songbook 

Conrad Tao, piano

ROZSA
Sonata for Two Violins, Op.15a 

Blake Pouliot, Simone Porter, violins

REENA ESMAIL
Fantasia from String Quartet “Ragamala” 

Abeo Quartet

Njioma Grevious, Rebecca Benjamin, violins;
James Kang, viola; Macintyre Taback, cello

TERRY RILEY
G Song

Simone Porter, Blake Pouliot, violins; Matthew Lipman, viola; Paul Wiancko, cello

JOHN WILLIAMS
Theme from Schindler’s List

Simone Porter, solo violin;
Blake Pouliot, SooBeen Lee, violins; Matthew Lipman, Brian Isaacs, violas; Paul Wianko, Leland Ko, cello

JOHN ADAMS
Selections from John’s Book of Alleged Dances 

Blake Pouliot, Simone Porter, violins; Masumi Per Rostad, viola; Paul Wiancko, cello