Santa Monica Symphony presents Scenes from Life: Identity

Schedule

Sat Mar 14 2026 at 07:00 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

John Adams Middle School Performing Arts Center | Santa Monica, CA

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In this deeply personal program, Music Director Pola Benke brings her Polish musical heritage to the stage.
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Santa Monica Symphony

Pola Benke, conductor


Program

Witold LutosławskiSmall Suite

Ludwig van BeethovenSymphony No. 1

Intermission

Frédéric ChopinPiano Concerto No. 1

Ryota Yamazaki, piano


*Please note this ticket doesn't guarantee late entry as our concerts are open seating, which is first-come, first-served. We strongly recommend guests arrive early. Doors open at 6:00 pm.

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John Adams Middle School Performing Arts Center, 1630 Pearl St., Santa Monica, United States

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