Photos from Reflections Art Show with the Downey Symphony

The artists with curator EJ Ball and DAC Vice President Pat Gil

Congratulations to the talented artists of the “Reflections” art show, which accompanied the Downey Symphony Orchestra concert “Harp & Soul” on January 24th at the Downey Civic Theatre.  The group show, which featured over twenty local artists was curated by Eloise Ball and produced by Pat Gil and her team from both the Downey Arts… Continue reading Photos from Reflections Art Show with the Downey Symphony

Vic Joachim Smith: Early Work from the DMOA, Jan 10

Downey Museum of Art is proud to announce its first exhibition for 2015. Vic Joachim Smith ~ Early Work opens Saturday, January 10th, 1 pm, at Southgate Museum and Art Galleries. This is an important show. Vic Smith moved to Southern California from the Pacific Northwest to pursue a calling in art. He graduated from… Continue reading Vic Joachim Smith: Early Work from the DMOA, Jan 10

Symphony Concert “Harp and Soul” Jan 24th, Reflections Art Show

The Downey Symphony Orchestra will hold its winter concert on January 24th at the Downey Civic Theatre, “Harp and Soul,” at 8:00pm. This concert will feature the Downey Symphony’s talented string section along with award winning harpist Alison Bjorkedal. Come hear the compositions of Mahler, Copeland, Debussy and Tchaikovsky. Also, the Downey Symphony seeks to to promote young… Continue reading Symphony Concert “Harp and Soul” Jan 24th, Reflections Art Show

Christmas Concert this Sunday – Downey Master Chorale

On Sunday, December 21st, 2:30pm experience our city chorus perform at the lovely sanctuary of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, 9820 Lakewood Blvd. in Downey. The concert will feature “Christmas Cantata” by Daniel Pinkham and “Ave Verum Corpus” by Mozart. Unusual arrangements of favorite carols plus some interesting surprises will add to the delight of all… Continue reading Christmas Concert this Sunday – Downey Master Chorale

Downey Civic Theatre Announces 2014-15 Season

The Downey Civic Theatre continues its presenting series of shows to bring more music and entertainment to the area.  Check out the line-up for 2014-2015. Mariachi Divas Christmas Show Sunday, December 14th 2014 at 7:00pm Directed and founded by trumpet player Cindy Shea in 1999, under the musical direction of GRAMMY award winning Alberto “Beto”… Continue reading Downey Civic Theatre Announces 2014-15 Season

Dia De Los Muertos Arts Festival Nov 2nd

Come and join us for our 2nd annual Dia De Los Muertos Art Festival in the heart of Downey outside and inside the Downey Civic Theatre, at 8435 Firestone Blvd. Some of the events that will be happening all day are: Dia De Los Muertos Merchandise, Papel Picardo Demos, Face Painting, Calaveras Decorating, Alter Contest, Art… Continue reading Dia De Los Muertos Arts Festival Nov 2nd

Anthony Moreno at Downey Symphony’s “Seven and Counting” Oct 11

Originally published in The Downey Patriot DOWNEY – To begin this article, let’s step back first to the Downey Symphony’s Red Violin concert last February when the orchestra and violinist Elizabeth Pitcairn presented Vivaldi’s “The Four Seasons,” as in spring, summer, autumn, winter. The plan for the performance included two narrators in period costume to… Continue reading Anthony Moreno at Downey Symphony’s “Seven and Counting” Oct 11

Join the Downey Master Chorale for its 2nd Season

What to do in a weak economy?  Find something cost effective that is worth your time and effort.  Many studies have shown the benefits to brain and health that result from singing in chorus.  Members of the new Downey Master Chorale, and it’s director Meg Zeleny will convince you of that. Now is the time to join in the… Continue reading Join the Downey Master Chorale for its 2nd Season

Southeast LA Artwalk August 2

Other neighboring cities to Downey are starting to catch on, that if we care about our communities and would like to see new opportunities for creative people and artists, that the initiative has to come from the people.  SELA Collective has sprung up in the last year with many ideas for Southeast LA, which they’ve… Continue reading Southeast LA Artwalk August 2

Downey Symphony Free Concert in the Park August 6

Wednesday August 6th is the annual tradition of the Downey Symphony Orchestra’s free concert in the park.  7PM at Furman Park in Downey, on Rives Ave south of Florence.  Director and conductor Sharon Lavery will lead the orchestra in a number of audience favorites and pops classics.  This year’s concert is entitled “The Sounds of… Continue reading Downey Symphony Free Concert in the Park August 6