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ATHENAEUM MINI-CONCERTS

Every Monday at 12 noon

Free concerts at noon every Monday year-round . . . no wonder the Mini-Concerts are the longest-running and one of the most popular classical music series at the library! This series was founded by Glenna Hazleton in 1970 at the Athenaeum, and has been going strong ever since. The concerts feature both local and touring musicians, prize-winning students, university music faculty members, local chamber ensembles . . . and the repertoire also includes jazz, folk, and world music. There are no reservations, no tickets . . . just line up at the side door of the Athenaeum before noon. (Donations are always welcome!) Mini-Concerts take place every Monday at noon and last about an hour.

 

For more information, call us at (858) 454-5872.

The Mini-Concerts are supported, in part, by Rod Innes and Mary Jo McCall.

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JOAN & IRWIN JACOBS MUSIC ROOM
Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
1008 Wall Street
La Jolla, CA 92037

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CONCERTS BEGIN AT 12 NOON.
DOORS OPEN AT 11:50 AM.
LAST ENTRY AT 12:15 PM.

Free admission.
Reservations are not necessary.

Featured
Mikan Zlatkovich Trio
Jan 6
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Mikan Zlatkovich Trio
Mini-Concert

Monday, January 6, 2025
12 PM

Born a musical prodigy in former Yugoslavia, Mikan Zlatkovich started his professional jazz career as a teenager whose immense talent was quickly recognized by top musicians, audiences, and music critics alike.

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Ines Irawati, solo piano
Jan 13
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Ines Irawati, solo piano
Mini-Concert

Monday, January 13, 2025
12 PM

Known for her expressivity, virtuosity, and versatility, Indonesian-born pianist Ines Irawati is in demand both as a solo recitalist and a collaborative pianist. Ms. Irawati is currently serving as the music and artistic director of San Diego Opera's Young Artist Training Program, as well as its community outreach concert series, Opera Exposed! Concerts. She has served as a vocal coach and pianist at the Institute for Young Dramatic Voices, and she was the head vocal coach and collaborative piano faculty at Point Loma Nazarene University from 2004–2017.

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No Mini-concert
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Monday, January 20, 2025

There will be no mini-concert on Monday, January 20 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Thank you for understanding, and see you next Monday!

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Folias Duo
Jun 2
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Folias Duo
Mini-Concert

Monday, June 2, 2025
12 PM

“Theirs is a music that transcends genre and that ultimately brands itself as Folias Duo music, full stop” (textura on the recording Heartdance, 2023). Folias Duo is a distinguished musical ensemble, renowned for its remarkable fusion of classical and contemporary influences. Comprising flutist Carmen Maret and guitarist Andrew Bergeron, this married duo has cultivated a unique and enduring performer-composer collaboration spanning two decades. Their exceptional artistry breathes fresh vitality into classical music, infusing it with the rich tapestry of jazz, world music, and improvisation, crafting meticulously curated and evocative compositions. As accomplished composers and performers, Folias Duo continually explores the technical and sonic possibilities inherent in their intimate flute and guitar combination.

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