Susanna Mälkki live in Los Angeles

Experience Susanna Mälkki live on October 9th

Susanna Mälkki will conduct a concert at Walt Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles on October 9, 2026. Mälkki is a Finnish conductor renowned for her interpretations of contemporary repertoire alongside standard orchestral works. Her musical approach is often described as intellectually rigorous and emotionally nuanced, demonstrating a particular affinity for composers like Kaija Saariaho and Thomas Adès, though she conducts a broad range of music from the core classical and romantic periods. She frequently champions new music and is known for her detailed preparation and clarity of direction.

Walt Disney Concert Hall, which opened in October 2003, is the fourth concert hall in the Los Angeles Music Center. Designed by Frank Gehry, its stainless steel exterior has become a landmark of downtown Los Angeles. Acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota played a crucial role in achieving the hall’s lauded acoustics; the vineyard-style seating arrangement places the audience closer to the performers, enhancing intimacy and sound projection. The hall is home to the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Los Angeles Master Chorale, and hosts a variety of musical performances throughout the year. Its design intentionally aimed to create a welcoming public space as much as a performance venue, incorporating open lobbies and public gardens.