Celebrate 20 Years of Angels Vocal Art
An afternoon of music, legacy, and community celebrating two decades of Angels Vocal Art — in partnership with Steinway & Sons Pasadena.
Twenty years of passion, timeless opera, and boundless possibilities.
Join Angels Vocal Art for an intimate anniversary celebration honoring the legacy that began with legendary tenor Carlo Bergonzi and continues today through performances, mentorship, and opportunities for emerging artists.
Presented in partnership with Steinway & Sons Pasadena, this special afternoon brings together artists, supporters, and friends of AVA to celebrate the past while helping shape the next twenty years.
Although seating is now sold out, donations and commemorative keepsakes remain available and directly support AVA’s future programming, artist development, and community performances.
Event Highlights
Sunday, July 12, 2026
4:00–6:30 PM
Steinway Piano Gallery Pasadena
150 E Colorado Blvd #101
Pasadena, CA 91105
Jessica Sandidge, soprano
Kristof Van Grysperre, pianist
Special guest Zhentao (Tom) Lee, tenor
Arias from Puccini, Mozart, and more, including the soprano aria from the opera The Savage Land.
An intimate afternoon with AVA artists and friends.
Celebrate AVA’s legacy through performances by artists closely connected to the company’s past, present, and future.
Jessica Sandidge
Featured artist and longtime AVA collaborator.
Kristof Van Grysperre
AVA Artistic Director, pianist, conductor, and vocal coach.
Zhentao (Tom) Lee
Special guest artist for the 20th Anniversary Celebration.
Browse the AVA 20th Anniversary program books.
Explore the English and Chinese anniversary program books, including AVA’s history, mission, artists, supporters, and future initiatives.
Thank you for the wonderful response.
Seating for the AVA 20th Anniversary Celebration is now sold out. Thank you for being part of this milestone moment.
Make a gift of any amount
Your generosity helps AVA continue creating meaningful opera experiences, mentorship, and performance opportunities for emerging vocal artists.
