Concert Series
A New Season . . . Meaning, Hope and Joy!
LJPC Concert Series proudly presented its annual Standing-Room-Only Christmas Favorite. If you missed it, enjoy the recording now!
“Born Is the King!”
Handel’s Messiah, beloved Lessons and Carols, and more.
Originally presented Sunday, December 15, 2024
Approx. 1 hour & 40 minutes of music
+ free-will offering + 10-minute intermission
LJPC Chancel Choir, soloists, and orchestra
Handbell Choir (7pm)
Approx. 1 hour, 35 minutes of music
+ free-will offering + 10-minute intermission
Opportunity to Donate Online for the Free-will offering:
About LJPC’s CHRISTMAS 2024 CONCERT:
An eagerly anticipated holiday favorite.
It’s hard to top Handel’s beautiful English-language oratorio Messiah when it comes to telling The Story ~ the prophecy and birth of Jesus ~ through a 60-voice choir, soloists, and professional orchestra. You’ll also enjoy beloved carols that raise spirits and messages to deepen the meaning of the season. We hope you’ll carve out this time in your busy day to share in this joy-filled experience.
*CHILDREN! Exciting to welcome our Children’s Choir in the 4PM concert. As this special music ministry rebuilds at La Jolla Pres, come give them – our next generation of church musicians – all the love and encouragement they deserve.
*BELLS! At 7pm, you’ll enjoy the beautiful sonority of LJPC’s Hand Bell Choir as they add this richly expressive element to our Christmas celebrations.
Donations accepted with gratitude.
Christmas . . . IS right around the corner: At LJPC!
Hey there, concert friend,
Did you know that our annual standing-room-only Christmas concert is only one of many heartwarming activities to welcome you in? If you’re seeking that special place to feel right at home this holiday season, you’re warmly invited to join us at La Jolla Pres where there’s something for everyone. We’d love you to share in the abundant joy!
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ENCORE PRESENTATIONS!
Sunday, November 10th, marked the kick-off of our 65th Concert Series Season.
~ Our annual Young Artists’ Showcase in collaboration with Musical Merit Foundation of Greater San Diego was A HUGE HIT! IF you (sadly) missed it, you can (still!) HEAR TOMORROW’S STARS TODAY!
Click the image to enjoy the recorded concert on the LJ Pres YouTube channel.
Our inspiring YOUNG ARTISTS’ SHOWCASE 2024 presented these three exceptionally gifted, multi-award-winning artists. Click to join us online now and experience the breathtaking artistry of these young musicians.
ANNE LIU, PIANO
Brahms Ballade Op. 10 No. 1 in D minor (4:20)
Brahms Ballade Op. 10 No. 2 in D Major (6:30)
Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 27 Op. 90 in E minor (11)
Barber Piano Sonata Op. 26, IV. Fuga: Allegro con spirito (4:15)
CADEN JIANG, VIOLIN
Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D Major – I. Allegro moderato (~20 min)
SØREN PEDERSEN, BARITONE
We welcomed back “one of our own” in the LJ Pres family as Søren and ultra-talented pianist Phil Dannels treated us to a selection of stunning vocal repertoire featuring mesmerizing works of Poulenc, Adams, Strauss, and Korngold.
About the La Jolla Pres Concert Series’ Season 65:
We bring you more high quality concerts, FREE, LIVE & STREAMED, for your pleasure. Free parking . . . Free admission . . . Warm, inclusive Artists’ Reception! All for YOU!
SHARING and HOSPITALITY: Hallmarks of La Jolla Presbyterian Church where all are welcome.
Yes, it’s FREE, and if you’re feeling moved to share the beauty…
Click here to DONATE TODAY!
Your CONTRIBUTION today will help us bring more great music to La Jolla for all the tomorrows.
We’re inspired by your attendance. We’re thankful for your encouragement. And of course we are able to do this BECAUSE of your wonderful financial support. Thanks and Blessings!
Are you feeling moved to support the Concert Series now? It’s safe, quick, and easy to donate today. Here are 3 ways:
1) Mail or drop off a check:
La Jolla Presbyterian Church
CONCERT SERIES
7715 Draper Avenue
La Jolla, CA 92037
2) Make a Free-will Offering at Intermission of each concert. When the music moves you, you may feel inspired to respond accordingly!
3) Donate Online to LJPC’s Concert Series.
CLICK to support concerts you love and love to share. It helps us bring more great music to La Jolla.
By whichever means and in whatever amount you wish to donate to LJPC Concert Series, we Thank You from the bottoms of our hearts!
And now, because you asked, here’s our GIFT to you:
ENCORE PRESENTATIONS!
Enjoy recent performances from the long-running LJPC Concert Series.
Stunning performance presented earlier at LJPC:
DATELINE: April 28, 2024
Concert organist BRADLEY WELCH, a world-class talent, wow’d the crowd on an incredible instrument, the Blackinton 4-manual pipe organ. If you missed it then, click the image now to listen here. You’ll be glad you did!
DATELINE: MARCH 17, 2024, La Jolla, CA . . .
IF YOU MISSED IT on St. Patty’s Day 2024, you can hear it now: Omar Lateef and members of the NuDeco Ensemble
If you missed the outstanding performance when LJ Pres Concert Series proudly presented the brass brilliance of OMAR LATEEF and members of the Nu Deco Ensemble, it’s not too late! This beautiful and varied program featured radiant brass works of BACH, VIVALDI, PIAZZOLLA, EWAZEN, EWALD, the ARUTUNIAN trumpet solo with amazing piano, and more.
If you (sadly) missed the encore, a rousing rendition of “Amazing Grace” (the Canadian Brass arrangement), you’ll most certainly want to check it out now and listen through to the end. So:
Click here to ENJOY THE RECORDING! Available for a limited time only. Tune in now!
LJPC’s Christmas 2023 Concert ~ Festive and Exhilarating!
Originally presented Sunday, December 10th, 2023, at 4PM (with our Children’s Choirs!) and 7PM (Handbell Choir!)
ENCORE!
Season 64 kicked off with a fabulous annual Young Artists Showcase. This was a huge hit on Sunday, October 15th, and you can see it here. Enjoy the superb musicality of these award-winning guest artists: violinist Christian Gonzales and mezzo soprano Emily Weinberg.
June 2023 Season 63 Finale Concert ENCORE
It was thrilling for LJPC Chancel Choir and professional orchestra to perform Mozart’s Requiem in June 2023. This masterpiece of choral music holds a special place in the hearts of music enthusiasts around the world, and we were honored to present it to you in all its grandeur.
To ensure you can fully appreciate the profound beauty and meaning behind each movement, we prepared a comprehensive program for the concert. This program not only outlines the order of the musical pieces but also provides essential translations from Latin to English. Understanding the text is crucial to grasp the depth and emotional impact of Mozart’s Requiem, and we hope you enjoy having all the tools to fully immerse yourself in this extraordinary composition.
La Jolla Presbyterian Church Concert Series
Bringing great music to La Jolla through your generous donations
Here are the recordings of our Christmas 2022 Concerts:
Here is the Young Artist Concert:
