Disney Hall: Changing The Downtown Landscape; The Orchestra; Walt Disney Concert Hall And The Los Angeles Philharmonic Reach Out; Designing Disney Hall; The Sound Of Disney Hall; Programming A New Season In A New Hall and Dining At Disney Hall
Disney Hall: Changing The Downtown Landscape
The construction of Walt Disney Concert Hall is certain to become a catalyst for changes in the cultural and economic landscape of downtown Los Angeles. Patt Morrison talks about plans for transforming the Grand Avenue corridor, The Music Center and other downtown cultural landmarks with John Emerson, CEO of the Music Center of LA County.
The Orchestra
Patt Morrison speaks with Martin Chalifour, the Principle Concert Master (First Violin) of the Los Angeles Philharmonic about what it's like to play in WDCH. They'll discuss the unique characteristics of the hall and the exciting prospect of making music in a new orchestral venue created especially for the LA Phil.
Walt Disney Concert Hall And The Los Angeles Philharmonic Reach Out
Deborah Borda, joins Patt Morrison to talk about how the new home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic will become a magnet for visitors and patrons alike. Borda will discuss her plans to reach out to new audiences with unique programming and increased accessibility.
Designing Disney Hall
Architect Frank Gehry joins Patt to discuss the magnificent design and the challenging construction of Walt Disney Concert Hall.
The Sound Of Disney Hall
Edward Yim, Director of Artistic Planning for the LA Philharmonic joins Patt to talk about programming for the WDCH. They'll discuss the variety of Already the acoustics of Walt Disney Concert Hall are being heralded as exceptionally brilliant. The hall's acoustician, Yasu Toyota, joins Patt and architect Frank Gehry with whom he worked so closely, to discuss the creation of the concert hall sound and what its unique characteristics are.
Programming A New Season In A New Hall and Dining At Disney Hall
Edward Yim, Director of Artistic Planning for the LA Philharmonic joins Patt to talk about programming for the WDCH. They'll discuss the variety of new programs being offered during the concert season including the several festivals, themes and projects such as the "Creation Festival," "First Nights" and a project called "Building Music." And, Chef and founder of The Patina Group, Joachim Splichal joins Patt to talk about the culinary offerings available during the opening Galas of Disney Hall and the restaurants and dining rooms that he will assist in creating for Walt Disney Concert Hall.