About the St. James Music Series
For over 35 years, the St. James Music Series has brought world-class choral music to the heart of La Jolla. Hosted in the stunning, acoustically vibrant sanctuary of St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, the series offers a rare opportunity to experience the beauty and power of the human voice in an intimate, resonant setting.
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Each season features a carefully curated lineup of top-tier vocal ensembles and instrumental artists from around the world. Past performers include the Vienna Boys Choir, VOCES8, Anonymous 4, The Tallis Scholars, the Venice Baroque Orchestra, The Choir of Westminster Abbey, and the Grammy Award-winning Chanticleer, a beloved mainstay of the series.
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The Music Series also includes world-class organ recitals and choral services led by The Choir of St. James, the church’s exceptional resident ensemble. These offerings enrich the musical life of the parish and the broader community, weaving sacred tradition with artistic excellence.
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Whether it’s Renaissance polyphony, bold new works, or a soul-stirring choral evensong, every performance is chosen to inspire, challenge, and move. We believe great music speaks across time and culture—and that hearing it live, in a space built for beauty, is an experience unlike any other.
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Welcome to the St. James Music Series: a special place in La Jolla's rich cultural landscape.
Directions and Parking
Click here for directions to St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church. Street parking in La Jolla is free on Sundays. You may find a space on Prospect Street, Silverado Street, Eads Avenue, or anywhere in the surrounding area. Please note that St. James does not have its own parking structure.
Handicap Accessibility
Wheelchair access is available via the handicap access ramp at the southwest corner of the church along Silverado Street. Please continue through the door and up the center aisle of the church for easiest navigation. Ushers are always available for assistance.
Will Call and Box Office
For ticketed concerts, many patrons chose to print their tickets at home or use a mobile ticket on their cell phone. If you have any difficulty with these options, please let us known in advance to either resend your information or have a duplicate available at Will Call. We will scan the barcode on your ticket as you enter the concert.
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If you have any questions, please visit the Will Call table on the patio by the fountain.