Conducted by Cristian Măcelaru

Program updated 8/1/26

Leilehua Lanzilotti: of light and stone (West Coast premiere)

Aaron Copland: Clarinet Concerto (Carlos Ferreira, Clarinet)

D. Riley Nicholson: Stacks (World premiere)

Sarah Hennies: The Grain House (Festival Creative Lab Commission & world premiere)

PROGRAM UPDATE:

Due to illness, pianist Alexandra Dariescu is unable to perform tonight. We are wishing Alexandra a speedy recovery. The West Coast premiere of Shades of Unbroken Dreams will therefore be postponed. Tonight we are pleased to present:

Leilehua Lanzilloti (B. 1983)
of light and stone (2025)(West Coast Premiere)

Aaron Copland (1900-1990)
Clarinet Concerto (1947-1948)
featuring clarinetist Carlos Ferreira

D. Riley Nicholson (B. 1991)
Stacks (2024-25)(World Premiere)

Sarah Hennies (B. 1979)
The Grain House (2026)(World Premiere / Creative Lab Commission)

We’re grateful to Carlos Ferreira and the Cabrillo Festival Orchestra for making it possible to bring you a wonderful new program tonight on short notice! Thank you for understanding and for being part of the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music community.

A Look at the Music Behind the Music

The pieces you’ll hear this summer haven’t been heard here before. Until their premieres, explore these playlists to discover the composers’ musical influences, artistic voices, and the creative worlds from which new works emerge.

You are Welcome at the Cabrillo Festival

Whether you’re a longtime Festival supporter or joining us for the first time, we invite you to experience the music in a way that feels comfortable and inspiring. Enjoy local beer or wine and bring it to your seat, visit our photo booth, and wear whatever makes you feel like you—from Birkenstocks to heels.

More Than a Concert

The Cabrillo Festival is a place to gather, discover, and connect. Throughout the week, free open rehearsals, Meet the Composers, and artist talks offer a unique opportunity to experience the music taking shape before it reaches the stage and engage with the community that brings the music to life. Check out the whole season for more!