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Arts Innovators, Music Educators, Community Builders
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New Album: Visions & Dreams Vol. 1 & 2, order via link in bio ⬇️

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Visions and Dreams, Vol. 1 is out now!Created in collaboration with @phenotypicrecordings, this retrospective album celebrates the curiosity, collaboration, and musical imagination that have shaped Art of Elan’s journey to its 20th season.This behind-the-scenes glimpse captures our musicians recording Vjola Suite: “Bagel on the Malecón” by @ljovadotcom Listen now on your favorite streaming platform. CDs and vinyl are available through the link in our bio. by @artofelan

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A special moment for Visions & Dreams.Mason Bates’ “Life of Birds: No. 5, Old World Flycatcher” is featured in this week’s Spotify New Classical playlist!Thank you to our friends at @phenotypicrecordings, @symphonicdistro and to @spotify for helping share this music with new listeners.If you haven’t listened to Visions & Dreams yet, we invite you to explore this retrospective collection celebrating nearly two decades of Art of Elan commissions, collaborations and performances. Streaming on all platforms now, Link in bio 🎧@masonbatesmusic @spotify @phenotypicrecordings @symphonicdistro by @artofelan

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Now available: Visions & Dreams, Vol. 2! A glimpse inside the recording sessions as the HAWK Quartet performs Family Photos by Kian Ravaei.This second volume brings together music by Jessie Montgomery, Juhi Bansal, and Kian Ravaei, continuing our retrospective collaboration with Phenotypic Recordings, and celebrating the performances and commissions that have shaped Art of Elan over nearly two decades.Thank you to the composers, musicians, recording team, partners, and supporters who helped bring this project to life.Stream the album, order the CD, or preorder the vinyl through the link in our bio. by @artofelan

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What a remarkable journey these nearly two decades have been!As we prepare to celebrate our 20th anniversary season, we’re filled with gratitude for the artists, audiences, partners, supporters, and community who have made Art of Elan what it is today. We can’t wait to share this milestone season with you.A heartfelt thank you to Beth Wood and the @sandiegouniontribune for this beautiful feature celebrating our story and what’s ahead.Read the full article at the link in our bio. by @artofelan

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Now available on all streaming platforms: the fourth movement from Life of Birds, No. 4: On a Wire, Mating Dance by @masonbatesmusic, the second single from Visions & Dreams, a retrospective album project created in collaboration with @phenotypicrecordings.Watch a behind the scenes glimpse of our musicians recording Life of Birds in the studio and hear insights from clarinetist Max Opferkuch about the recording process.Celebrating our upcoming 20th season, Visions & Dreams reflects nearly two decades of artistic collaboration, curiosity, and exploration. Listen to the single and pre save or pre order through the link in our bio. The full album arrives June 26. by @artofelan

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Don't miss the final Midday Music concert of the season!Join us for an afternoon of high energy jazz, funk, and fusion with Starsign, a San Diego based ensemble known for its dynamic live performances and big band sound. Influenced by groups like Snarky Puppy and Tower of Power, Starsign brings an electrifying mix of groove, improvisation, and musical virtuosity to downtown San Diego.Friday, June 12 at 12 PMCentral Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs CommonShiley Special Events Suite (9th floor)Free and open to the public! by @artofelan

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Today we launch Shiner by Sarah Kirkland Snider, the first single from Visions & Dreams, a retrospective album project created in collaboration with @phenotypicrecordings.Celebrating our upcoming 20th season, Visions & Dreams reflects nearly two decades of artistic collaboration, curiosity, and exploration. This two volume project brings together music by composers whose work has helped shape Art of Elan’s artistic journey.Watch a behind the scenes glimpse of our musicians recording Shiner in the studio, then listen to the single and pre save or pre-order Visions & Dreams through the link in our bio! by @artofelan

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20 years of music making, community building, and creative collaboration. ✨We’re excited to share a first look at Season 20: Collective Wisdom, a celebration of the artists, audiences, partners, and communities who have shaped Art of Elan over the past two decades.From immersive performances to bold collaborations across San Diego County, this season reflects the curiosity, connection, and shared humanity at the heart of everything we do. From the Anza-Borrego Desert to National City, Balboa Park, and La Jolla, we look forward to bringing music and community together in meaningful ways throughout the year.Full season announcement coming next month. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! by @artofelan

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In this short clip from Jazz 88’s Inside Art with Dave Drexler, Danny Green shares insights into his music, creative process, and his upcoming performance with Danny Green Trio Plus Strings for our Downtown Sounds series. Full interview via link in bio.Join us Tuesday, May 19 at Union Hall Gallery for an evening blending jazz, classical, and Brazilian influences in an intimate downtown setting.Tuesday, May 19, 2026Union Hall Gallery6:15 PM Bar Opens7 PM Concert🎟 Ticket link in bio by @artofelan

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Take a midday pause with us this Friday at the Central Library for an afternoon of live music featuring Duo Alloro. ✨Formed in 2022, Duo Alloro brings together cellist Erica Erenyi and guitarist Fred Benedetti in performances that span genres, styles, and musical traditions. Join us in the Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common for a free lunchtime concert in the heart of downtown San Diego.Friday, May 15 at 12 PMCentral Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs CommonShiley Special Events Suite (9th floor)Free and open to the public! by @artofelan

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Downtown Sounds returns on May 19 with an unforgettable evening featuring the Danny Green Trio Plus Strings at Union Hall Gallery.Blending jazz, classical, and Brazilian influences, pianist and composer Danny Green joins Art of Elan musicians for a vibrant collaboration full of rich textures, lyrical storytelling, and dynamic improvisation. Over the past decade, Green has earned acclaim from DownBeat Magazine, Jazziz, the Boston Globe, Public Radio International, and more, along with multiple San Diego Music Awards. Ticket link in bio ✨Tuesday, May 19Union Hall Gallery6:15 PM | Bar Opens7 PM | Concert Begins by @artofelan

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