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Concert Series — in development
Chamber concerts across Los Angeles, free to attend. We also help bring concerts by partner institutions to venues around the city.
Music belongs in every corner of Los Angeles.
We present concerts across the city, and we support the young musicians who play them.
Lift · Amplify · Voice · Sustain
In the city — 7 December
The Colburn School’s Chamber Program, presented by Colburn at LA Fine Violins in Downtown Los Angeles. Free admission.
Based in Los Angeles
Concerts presented across the city, with partners in Seoul.
Music and arts education
Concerts, exchange and support for young string players across the county.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit
EIN 85-0813360. Recognised by the IRS since 2021. Registered in California, CT0297389.
Programs
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Los Angeles–Seoul Exchange — in development
Placing young musicians from Los Angeles conservatories as soloists with the Seocho Philharmonia in Seoul.
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Events
An annual gala and occasions that bring the city’s string community together.
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Instruments & Grants — planned
Instrument loans and grants for lessons, auditions, travel and repairs.
Our purpose
To promote music and cultural arts education in the Los Angeles community — supporting talented young musicians from challenging financial backgrounds through instrument lending, scholarships, and educational grants, and presenting concerts, performances, and cultural events that advance public appreciation of music and the arts.
Upcoming
Mon 7 Dec 2026
7pm · Free
Colburn Chamber Program
Presented by the Colburn School at LA Fine Violins, 225 S. Olive Street, Downtown Los Angeles. Admission free.
February 2027
Date to be announced
Gala Dinner
An evening in support of the Foundation’s concert and exchange programs.
Fri 23 Apr 2027
7pm · Free
Colburn Chamber Program
Presented by the Colburn School at LA Fine Violins, 225 S. Olive Street, Downtown Los Angeles. Admission free.
October 2027
Date to be announced
Seocho Philharmonia in Los Angeles
The Seoul orchestra under Jong Hoon Bae, at the Colburn School’s new Kohl Hall.
Summer 2028
Dates to be announced
Olympic Summer Festival
A festival presented during the Los Angeles Olympic Games.
Support us
Every gift goes to the concerts we present and the musicians we support. LAVS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organisation; contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.