Mingle @ Mingei
A Starry Night
Thursday, December 3, 2026
7:30 PM PDT
tenor, flute, violin, viola, harp, piano
music by Donizetti, Ravel, Ian Clarke, and a world premiere by Oliviana Marie
step away for a moment—into the night of light, stillness, and sound
As the holiday celebrations begin, A Starry Night invites you into an evening of music illuminated by wonder and quiet beauty. Featuring rarely-heard chamber masterworks alongside timeless classics, from Donizetti to the shimmering colors of Ravel to Ian Clarke’s Deep Blue, each work reflects the mystery and radiance of the night sky.
The program culminates with the world premiere of Starry Nights, a new commission by Oliviana Marie, whose music captures the awe we feel when we remember to pause and look toward the heavens. Warm, intimate, and uplifting, A Starry Night offers an opportunity for reflection amid the darkest days of the year.
Aaron Humble, tenor
Beth Ross Buckley, flute
David Buckley, violin
Travis Maril, viola
Elena Mashkovtseva, harp
Dana Burnett, piano
Oliviana Marie, featured composer
Mingei International Museum in Balboa Park
1439 El Prado, San Diego, CA 92101
7:00 PM - Doors Open
7:30 PM - Concert Begins
Kindly underwritten by Elaine Baldwin & Carl Nelson
PLANNING YOUR EVENING
Make a Pre-Concert Dinner Reservation at ARTIFACT
Camarada has partnered with the Michelin-recognized ARTIFACT signature restaurant at Mingei to offer patrons an exclusive pre-concert dinner experience in the heart of Balboa Park. ARTIFACT features renowned craft cooking inspired by ancient methods, spices, and botanicals, and it is located at the entry level of Mingei International Museum. Reservations will be available starting between 5:00 PM and 6:15 PM, and will be made available in the fall.
Explore the Exhibitions of Mingei International Museum
Mingei International Museum offers insightful exhibitions on arts and culture. Admission to Mingei International Museum is included in the purchase of your ticket to A Starry Night. The museum will be open prior to the concert and will stay open until 8:00 pm.
For more information on the Mingei International Museum, please click here.