Pasadena Chorale is set to present its ninth annual “Listening to The Future” concert on May 20, 2025 at 7:30 p.m.

The event, set to take place at First Baptist Church Pasadena, features new works by high school composers.

“Listening to the Future is about more than just showcasing young talent,” said Jeffrey Bernstein, Founding Artistic and Executive Director of the Pasadena Chorale, per an official press release. “It’s about providing students with a platform to express themselves through composition, while also giving our audience a glimpse into the future of choral music.”

This year’s selected composers include Siri Baldrica, Fana Misa, Maya Proulx, and Zach Vasko. The four have spent several months working on new pieces under the mentorship of Pasadena Choral singer and composer Jen Wang. They received one-on-one instruction, professional guidance, and now, the opportunity to showcase their talent.

Baldrica, Misa, and Proulx all hail from California School of the Arts, while Vasko studies at Blair High School.

The concert is free and open to the general public.

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