Music in Paradise
May 7 @ 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Onsite Event

Location
Tickets
Members: $125
Non-Members: $175
Patron Circle Members: $100
Sponsorship: $2000
Tickets are non-refundable.
Music IN PARADISE:
Piano Concerto by musical guest Katya Grineva
For the first time in over ten years, music returns to the Theatre Garden at Ganna Walska Lotusland. Set within this intimate natural amphitheater, Music in Paradise presents internationally acclaimed Steinway artist Katya Grineva in a special open-air performance. Known for her poetic, expressive interpretations, Grineva will perform a program designed to harmonize with the surrounding landscape, creating a unique sensory experience where music and nature meet.
This rare event offers a chance to experience one of Santa Barbara’s most iconic gardens in a new way—through sound, atmosphere, and setting. And with Mother’s Day just days away, the concert also offers a memorable way to celebrate with family or friends.Space is limited and advance reservations are required.
For those looking to extend the experience, our Paradise Sponsorship includes access to a private Gardens in Paradise evening at a Montecito estate following the concert and an alfresco dinner featuring Katya Grineva as special guest.

ABOUT KATYA GRINEVA
The Internationally acclaimed Steinway artist is celebrated for her performances that blend vulnerability, and technical finesse. In recent years, she has drawn new audiences through her intimate, nature-inspired concerts further reinforcing her reputation for creating “liquid, dreamlike” musical experiences that continue to resonate widely. Since her American debut in 1993, Grineva has become the most frequent female solo pianist to perform at Carnegie Hall with more than two decades of annual appearances.
BECOME A SPONSOR
Sponsorship at the $2000 level also includes complimentary access to our exclusive May 7 Gardens in Paradise event following the concert.
- This experience is limited to 40 people. Advance reservations are required.
- Tickets for this fundraiser are $2,000 per guest and are $1,750 tax-deductible.
- Sponsorships are $5,000 ($4,500 tax-deductible) and include an additional event in 2027.
Please note: Roundtrip transportation is included in the ticket price; personal vehicles will not be permitted at these private homes.This tour includes a scenic hillside path with some uneven surfaces. While the pace will be relaxed, guests should be comfortable walking unaided on inclines and uneven ground. If you have concerns about accessibility, please contact us in advance.
Proceeds from this fundraising program benefit the care of Lotusland’s gardens.
Gardens in Paradise is an exclusive private garden tour program presented by Ganna Walska Lotusland. Receive insider access to the most breathtaking private gardens, meet the homeowners and be guided by renowned landscape designers, architects and leading experts in their fields. Each bespoke tour is designed around a series of private visits for a limited number of guests, ensuring an intimate and convivial atmosphere. Enjoy gourmet catering, fine wines, and specialty cocktails finely crafted for each location. Join us for one tour or become an annual sponsor and secure your place for an upcoming tour. The Gardens in Paradise program supports the conservation and care of Ganna Walska Lotusland. A haven of biodiversity, a laboratory of sustainability, and an incomparable archive of rare and exceptional plants, your support helps us safeguard this treasure and its enduring legacy!
For more information, please contact our Development office.
Telephone: 805.324.8429
Email: development@lotusland.org
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