What made this concert so special?
It's Free!
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Attendees experienced a free concert like no other — one that combines breathtaking new music, gorgeous vineyard views, and a chance to meet the rising stars shaping tomorrow’s musical landscape.
Sunday, October 25th 3:00 PM
Bella Rosa, Garré Vineyard & Winery
7986 Tesla Road, Livermore
- Enjoy five stunning world premieres, hand-picked by an esteemed panel for their beauty, emotion, and resonance.
- The music is fresh yet relatable — composed by some of the most gifted young artists in the country, all in their 20s and 30s. These are not experimental soundscapes or abstract exercises; they are vivid, heartfelt works that reflect the composers’ lives, dreams, and cultural roots.
- It will be held in the scenic and intimate Bella Rosa at Garré Vineyard & Winery, where wine is available for purchase to sip during the concert, basking in PCO’s famously lush sound of “music painted in bright bold colors,” for a uniquely immersive experience.
- After the concert there will be an engaging Q&A with the composers
- Purchase tickets for our 6th anniversary Gala Dinner with the composers, where you’ll enjoy conversation, fine cuisine, and share treasured moments.
“It is a thrill to being the first to hear these premieres, unveiled for and to you,” says Music Director Lawrence Kohl. “You’re not just listening—you’re making history, your attendance and interests are essential in helping to launch these emerging star composers who will shape the future and directions of classical orchestral music.”
Still unsure about “new music”? Keep reading, there’s more to discover!
“Winning Scores” isn’t experimental or intimidating — it’s immersive, inviting, and genuinely exciting as:
Melody matters. These works are crafted to draw you in — with emotion, color, and musical storytelling you can follow and feel.
You’re inside the music. Performed in the intimate Garre Winery Ballroom, this is no distant stage — the orchestra surrounds you with sound, and you feel part of the ensemble.
You get the inside story. Before each piece, Maestro Kohl introduces what to listen for — giving you a personal entry point into every premiere.
You meet the rising stars. These are tomorrow’s great composers — and you get to hear their music, meet them in person, and discover what drives them.
You help shape the future. The composers are listening too. Your reactions and questions in the post-concert Q&A give them insight that influences their work going forward.
This is not just a concert. It’s a shared journey — where new music becomes personal, exciting, and unforgettable. Come curious. Leave inspired.