Maimouna Youssef (aka Mumu Fresh) is a Grammy-nominated singer, MC, songwriter, activist, and acclaimed hip hop artist who has been called “groundbreaking” by Oscar-winning artist, Common. Mumu Fresh draws from her musical background in gospel, jazz, soul, hip hop, & more in this uplifting program.

Oakland experimental/art rock band Grex returns to Long Beach, on a bill with guitarist/singer Bobby Blunders and all-star jazz-funk band MajicBulletTheory. Grex celebrates the release of its new album “Auntie + Tebs,” which explores stories of revolution in the Philippines and South Africa.

A high-energy combo of pop and classic crooner vocals, fiery gypsy jazz instrumentation and Rat Pack-style humor.

In 2023, Ernest Aines was nominated Australian Folk Artist of the Year — an award-winning alt folk and Americana singer-songwriter from Naarm/Melbourne whose soulful voice and lyrical expressionism draw comparisons to Ray LaMontagne, Bon Iver, Jeff Buckley.

Ernest Aines is an award-winning Australian singer-songwriter known for his striking voice, intricate guitar work and rich songwriting.
Aines has built a growing international audience with his recent tours selling out shows and audiences responding with standing ovations along the way.

Grand Annex favorites Bob Malone and Renee Safier join forces for a night of classic jazz and blues standards.

The Laurel Canyon Band covers canyon-bred rock trailblazers The Eagles, Linda Ronstadt, Jackson Browne, Joni Mitchell, CSNY and more. Featuring San Pedro’s own Chuck Alvarez on guitar.

“Ms. Cole knocks it out of the park.” – Richard Carpenter

Stella Cole brings her signature jazz-infused vocals to beloved holiday classics, including “Merry Christmas, Darling” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” along with selections from her album Snow!

Venezuelan-born Nella delivers a modern take on soulful songs inspired by Venezuela’s folkloric roots and Andalusian music. A Berklee College of Music graduate and 2019 Latin Grammy Award winner for Best New Artist, Nella received praise from NPR for her first album, Voy.

Share the festive spirit with family and friends in this evening of Vince Guaraldi tunes from the holiday classic A Charlie Brown Christmas. Starring five-time Grammy nominee jazz pianist David Benoit, this must-see show features cherished holiday songs that have charmed generations.

Splintered Sunlight has earned an enthusiastic following among Deadheads for their deep understanding of the Grateful Dead’s improvisational traditions. With soaring lead guitar, a dead-on Jerry Garcia vocal style, and a double-drum kit lineup, the band covers hits and forgotten gems.

DownBeat award winner and Juilliard graduate Kate Kortum and The Voice finalist David Marino join Jazz at Lincoln Center PRESENTS for debut arrangements from Broadway’s most beloved productions.

Experience an evening of orchestral storytelling with Long Beach Symphony's Painting in Notes. Featuring cuatro player Fabiola Méndez, this program blends Latin rhythms, impressionistic beauty, and magical musical narratives with works by Miguel del Águila, Ernesto Cordero, Debussy, and Dukas.

Celebrate the music of Cole Porter with Long Beach Symphony's Let's Misbehave. Featuring Tony DeSare, Aubrey Logan, and John Manzari, this Pops concert brings energy to classics like "Night and Day," "Anything Goes," and "I've Got You Under My Skin" for an evening of jazz and entertainment.

Long Beach Symphony's Heaven & Earth. Featuring acclaimed violinist Randall Goosby, this program pairs Gabriela Lena Frank's vibrant Haillí-Serenata, Brahms' soaring Violin Concerto, and Mozart's majestic "Jupiter" Symphony for an evening of beauty, brilliance, and orchestral grandeur.

“If Louis Armstrong and Doris Day could somehow be the same person, they’d be Bria Skonberg” —Wall Street Journal

A powerhouse trumpeter, vocalist, and songwriter, Bria Skonberg blends fiery trumpet, smoky vocals, and storytelling rooted in classic swing and New Orleans influences.

With 18 Top Ten albums, 154 Top Ten singles, an Emmy nomination, and the honor of Las Vegas “Headliner of the Year” 5 times, Frankie Moreno leads a dynamic tribute to the King of Rock & Roll with hits like Can’t Help Falling in Love, Suspicious Minds, Burning Love, and Blue Suede Shoes.

Celebrate the music of Paul McCartney with Tony Kishman, a veteran of Broadway’s Beatlemania. Praised by Sir George Martin and Paul McCartney, Kishman delivers an exceptionally faithful performance with world-class musicians, spanning Beatles classics and McCartney solo hits.

Join us for a moving evening featuring the artistry and virtuosity of classical pianist Tien Hsieh and featuring works by Frederic Chopin, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Nadia Boulanger, Ernesto Lecuona, Teresa Carreño, and more.

Tony-nominated singer/songwriter Ann Hampton Callaway joins forces with Niki Haris—iconic singer, dancer, and actress—for the premiere of Broad Appeal! Blending pop, jazz, Broadway, blues, and gospel, these acclaimed artists share the music, stories, and heart behind their lives.

The Pops season finale celebrates the music of Bette Midler, Adele, Madonna, ABBA, Cher, Donna Summer, Aretha Franklin and more of the most popular and influential female artists of all time.

Bring the season to a close with Long Beach Symphony's Fantastique Finale. This program journeys from the beauty of Augusta Holmès and the world of Mendelssohn to the energy of Jimmy López's Fiesta!, culminating in Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique.