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a year ago

Britten “Elegy” full video on my YouTube now! taken in Colburn School by @bullerbot

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a year ago

Grammy-winning conductor Kwamé Ryan makes his LA Phil debut with a program of Copland, Mozart, and John Adams.

Hailed as a “dynamic conductor” by the Baltimore Sun, Kwamé Ryan makes his LA Phil debut on a night of effortless joy and excitement.

Acting Concertmaster Bing Wang and Principal Viola Ben Ullery share the spotlight for Mozart’s enduring Sinfonia Concertante, a work that bursts with the delight of exploring new sounds and possibilities.

The program begins with the thrills of John Adams’ Short Ride in a Fast Machine and ends with the mighty power and heroism of Copland’s Symphony No. 3.

Composed during the final years of World War II, Copland’s symphony soars with victorious brass and shimmering strings, capturing the essence of 1940s Americana.

In the words of Leonard Bernstein, this symphony is “an American monument, like the Washington Monument or the Lincoln Memorial.”

Please Note: Due to a scheduling conflict, Yuja Wang regrets that she will not be able to appear as previously announced.

Los Angeles Philharmonic

Kwamé Ryan
conductor

Bing Wang
violin

Ben Ullery
viola

Program
John ADAMS
Short Ride in a Fast Machine

MOZART
Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat major for Violin and Viola, K. 364
Allegro maestoso
Andante
Presto

Bing Wang, violin
Ben Ullery, viola

Intermission

COPLAND
Symphony No. 3

Molto moderato: with simple expression
Allegro molto
Andantino quasi allegretto
Molto deliberato—Allegro risoluto by @bullerbot

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16 days ago

Mr. Ben Ullery presented a fascinating viola masterclass yesterday to our three viola participants!

Hikaru Sakata - Antonio Vivaldi: Concerto in D Minor, RV 356 - I. Allegro
Henry Reynolds - F.A. Hoffmeister: Concerto in D - I. Allegro
Lucy Zhao - Cecil Forsyth: Concerto in G Minor - I. Appassionato (Cadenza) - Moderato - Con moto, agitato by @bullerbot

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2 months ago

But seriously, sublime dialogue from the master. It was a total pleasure playing this piece with these guys, although far from easy viola part to learn! #viola #classicalmusic #cello #piano #brahms taken in Colburn School by @bullerbot

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3 months ago

Have you ever wondered what happens after you achieve the goal you've been working toward for years?

Most musicians focus on winning the audition.

But what comes next?

In my latest conversation with Ben Ullery, Principal Viola of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, we explore the mindset that keeps an artist growing long after reaching the highest level.

What struck me most wasn't a practice hack or a performance secret.
It was Ben's genuine curiosity.

His willingness to keep learning, to stay open, and to embrace the process rather than chase perfection.

In this episode, we talk about:

🎻 Staying curious throughout your musical career
🎻 Why perfection isn't the goal
🎻 Visualization and performance preparation
🎻 Finding joy in continuous growth

If you've ever felt like there's always another mountain to climb, I think you'll find this conversation both grounding and inspiring.

🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts. Link in bio.

#MusicianMindset #ClassicalMusician #PerformancePsychology #PracticeTips #PerformanceAnxiety by @bullerbot

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3 months ago

The LA Phil has appointed its next Principal Viola, Ben Ullery, who has been rising through the ranks since joining the orchestra’s viola section in 2011. He fills a position left vacant when violist Teng Li left the orchestra in 2024. https://www.violinist.com/blog/laurie/20267/30794/ by @bullerbot

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4 months ago

These sharks are safe, Coco said. by @bullerbot

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4 months ago

Ensembles guide us from the hip soundscapes of New York City to the enchanting, heartfelt atmosphere of the Romantic era.

“Never had his own music made such an impression on him!” When Beethoven composed his String Quartet No. 13, he was “truly in the tears of melancholy.”

Sadness is a feeling that hits everyone at one point or another.

Beethoven’s piece, equally emotional and visionary, breaks away from traditional forms while holding tight to sentiments that resonate universally.

Though written during a tumultuous time in Schumann’s career, his piano quartet surprises with its sunny and delightful character.

It follows Valerie Coleman’s Rubispheres for flute, clarinet, and bassoon—a rhythmic depiction of an exciting day in Lower Manhattan and a soulful night in Washington Heights.

Artists

Members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic
Mark Kashper, violin
Melody Ye Yuan, violin
Miika Gregg, violin
Leticia Oaks Strong, viola
Ben Ullery, viola
Dahae Kim, cello
Jason Lippmann, cello
Catherine Ransom Karoly, flute
Andrew Lowy, clarinet
Evan Kuhlmann, bassoon
Lucy Nargizyan, piano

Program

Valerie COLEMAN
Rubispheres

SCHUMANN
Piano Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 47

Intermission

BEETHOVEN
String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat major, Op. 130 by @bullerbot

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6 months ago

The first of 3 Berceuses by @thomasades from his amazing opera “The Exterminating Angel”. These arrangements by the composer are an excellent new addition to the #viola repertoire! With @domcheli from our @colburnschool faculty recital last month. Full video is on my YouTube! taken in Colburn School by @bullerbot

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6 months ago

I had an amazing time last night at my @colburnschool recital! So grateful to have some of my heroes in the audience including @thomasades, @gdicterow and @dreyfuskaren. And what a pleasure to share the stage with amazing colleagues @domcheli @clivegreensmith and @ray.ushikubo. Thanks to everyone who came out to share some of my favorite music with me! taken in Colburn School by @bullerbot

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7 months ago

Looking forward to my faculty recital at @colburnschool this Friday 7pm in Thayer Hall with @domcheli and @clivegreensmith and special guest @ray.ushikubo Super excited to play the music of @thomasades as well as my first attempt at the viola version of Brahms Clarinet Trio! Hope you can make it! taken in Colburn School by @bullerbot

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7 months ago