Music + The Body is a free community event and LACO concert, presented in partnership with the National MS Society.

The day begins with a selection of activities: guests can learn about and make their own instruments, compose their own music, experience how music and dance can help people feel better,  or just take some time outside to enjoy the Los Angeles weather.

A panel and talk with healthcare professionals about MS awareness follows, leading into the concert. 

Guests can apply the knowledge and learning gathered through the day to the program of musical storytelling of works by MS advocate and composer Jeff Beal. Beal takes the stage to lead his études that depict and illustrate his own life with multiple sclerosis. Conductor Leonard Slatkin leads from the podium, guiding the world premiere of Four Score – a piece written for him by Beal for his 80th birthday. Violinist Kelly Hall-Tompkins joins LACO again to perform Body in Motion.

Activities begin at 11am; concert begins at 2pm.

Though the activities are open to everyone, seat availability for the concert at The Broad Stage is limited. Seats are on a first come, first served basis. Those planning on attending only the concert should arrive by 1:30pm to ensure a seat.