Today In SCV History: January 26, 1990 - 'Duplicates' Concerto By CalArts Dean Mel Powell Premieres At L.A. Philharmonic img:is([sizes="auto" i], [sizes^="auto," i]) { contain-intrinsic-size: 3000px 1500px } Today In SCV History: Janu
Today In SCV History: January 26, 1990 - 'Duplicates' Concerto By CalArts Dean Mel Powell Premieres At L.A. Philharmonic
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Date: 01/26/2026 9:00am
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"January 26, 1990: Mel Powell's 'Duplicates' Concerto Premieres with L.A. Philharmonic, Achieving a Pulitzer Prize Recognition"
On January 26, 1990, the Los Angeles Philharmonic premiered "Duplicates: A Concerto for Two Pianos and Orchestra" by Mel Powell, a significant achievement in the composer’s diverse career. Powell, a renowned figure at CalArts, had a rich background in music, from performing with Benny Goodman to composing innovative works that led to his Pulitzer Prize in Music. His enduring impact is honored through the Mel Powell Chair at CalArts' Herb Alpert School of Music.
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Date: 01/26/2026 9:00am
Article Summary:
"January 26, 1990: Mel Powell's 'Duplicates' Concerto Premieres with L.A. Philharmonic, Achieving a Pulitzer Prize Recognition"
On January 26, 1990, the Los Angeles Philharmonic premiered "Duplicates: A Concerto for Two Pianos and Orchestra" by Mel Powell, a significant achievement in the composer’s diverse career. Powell, a renowned figure at CalArts, had a rich background in music, from performing with Benny Goodman to composing innovative works that led to his Pulitzer Prize in Music. His enduring impact is honored through the Mel Powell Chair at CalArts' Herb Alpert School of Music.
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