Cellist Lars Hoefs and pianist Aline Alves come back to Southern California from Brazil, presenting their Villa-Lobos Festival. They will play music by a range of Latin American composers in this three-concert series.

This year’s festival kicks off with the “A Pasch Premiere – Three Friends in Rio,” performed by the Blue Rose Trio. This concert is free, and no reservations are required. Seating is first-come, first-served, general admission. Doors open at 12:45 p.m. This concert is presented in partnership with Coronado Arts.

VOL. 116, NO. 1 – Jan. 7, 2026