Past Event
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 2 p.m.
Purple Rain: Color as the Joy of Listening
7600 Fay Avenue, San Diego, 92037
Engage with history in this introduction to Western classical music. Led by Michael Gerdes, Director of Orchestras at San Diego State University and a longtime guest lecturer, this free, five-part public series is designed for anyone curious about the composers, works, and cultural movements that shaped the music we know and love. No prior musical background is required. Each lecture builds on the previous one, yet every session stands on its own, so you can join at any point in the series.