Exploration Series

Saturday, June 27: Autism and Perfect Pitch

Terrence Patridge

Terrence Patridge is a trombonist with autism and perfect pitch. He is the subject of critically acclaimed documentary, Bass Clef Bliss - Terrence's Path, which the Hollywood Times called, "A symphony of love and compassion."

At an early age, Terrence’s speech disappeared and his sensitivity to sound triggered frequent tantrums. His music therapist introduced him to the trombone. With the help of caring professionals, he made slow and steady progress in his ability to function in the world. Years later, his high school music teacher discovered that Terrence has perfect pitch. Today, his talent and determination open doors for him to go to college and to play with symphony orchestras, theater productions, jazz ensembles and his church choir.

Thérèse Davis

Co-wrote and was featured in Bass Clef Bliss: Terrence’s Path, a documentary film about her son Terrence Patridge’s journey with autism, hope and music. Her son is now pursuing a certificate in music theory at Mesa Community College in San Diego. Davis also submitted a chapter for the book The Power of Faith.

Martin Chalifour and Members of the Los Angeles Philharmonic

Music critics have described the Los Angeles Philharmonic as the most "contemporary minded", "forward thinking", "talked about and innovative", "venturesome and admired" orchestra in America. 

On April 4, Los Angeles Philharmonic Concertmaster Martin Chalifour will be joined by LA Phil colleagues: violinists Bing Wang, Akiko Tarumoto and Lyndon Taylor; violists Ben Ullery and Michael Larco; cellists Robert DeMaine and Dahae Kim; and David Allen Moore, double bass.

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