June 12 Exhibit at Union Hall Gallery Showcases Anderson’s Composer-Inspired Art Collection that will be Featured at the 2025 Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival
SAN DIEGO, CA, June 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Mainly Mozart, in collaboration with The Art of Autism, is delighted to announce Fallbrook-based artist Joel Anderson as its inaugural Mainly Mozart Artist-in-Residence. Anderson’s art will be showcased at a kick-off exhibit at the Union Hall Gallery in Golden Hill on June 12 from 6-8pm. RSVPs at https://www.joelandersonartist.com/.
Diagnosed with autism at the age of three, Joel Anderson is a celebrated artist whose work has been showcased across the globe, including China, Japan, Africa, Australia, Canada, Peru, and throughout the United States. A passionate autism advocate, Joel is also an accomplished speaker and author, with his art featured in numerous books and a documentary film.
“We are thrilled to partner with Joel Anderson as our first-ever Mainly Mozart Artist-in-Residence,” said Nancy Laturno, Founding CEO, Mainly Mozart. “Joel’s remarkable talent and dedication to both art and autism advocacy exemplify the spirit of creativity and inclusion at the heart of our festival. His dynamic, composer-inspired works will bring a fresh and inspiring visual dimension to this year’s celebration.”
The Mainly Mozart Artist-in-Residence program aims to highlight San Diego artists whose work bridges the worlds of music and visual art, creating an immersive festival experience. As the 2025 Artist-in-Residence, Anderson’s art will be prominently featured at the annual Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival, running June 18-28. This celebrated event, recognized as the largest gathering of concertmasters and principal players from top U.S. orchestras, has also evolved into North America’s largest Mozart festival.
Anderson’s collection will be showcased at the festival’s two primary venues—The Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center and UC San Diego’s Epstein Family Amphitheater—offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with his work. The exhibition will feature original pieces and lithographs, all available for purchase, including two artworks previously displayed at the 23rd Japan International Art Exchange in 2024, held at the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum.
In addition to the exhibition, Anderson’s visually striking depictions of legendary composers—Mozart, Beethoven, Vivaldi, and Bach—will be incorporated into the festival’s branding. His artwork will be featured in event programs and promotional materials and will adorn a variety of festival merchandise, including blankets, t-shirts, tote bags, and notecards, with a portion of proceeds benefiting the Mainly Mozart Youth Orchestra and The Art of Autism.
About Mainly Mozart
Since 1988, Mainly Mozart has brought the San Diego community together to experience the finest in orchestral music, intimate concert experiences and extraordinary music education for young people. In that time, the famed Mainly Mozart All-Star Orchestra Festival has made its name as the largest gathering of Concertmasters and Principal Players in the United States, boasting top level players from the world’s greatest orchestras including the New York Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, Philadelphia Orchestra, Philharmonic and dozens more. Mainly Mozart’s mission is to enrich the lives of today and tomorrow’s passionate music lovers by connecting them to the genius and innovation of Mozart and the Masters, to world-class musicians and music-making, and to each other. For more information, visit www.mainlymozart.org. Keep up with news and announcements on social media: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and TikTok.
About The Art of Autism
The Art of Autism is an international collaboration of talented individuals who have come together to display the creative abilities of people on the autism spectrum and others who are neurodivergent. Its mission is to provide a forum to connect with those who wish to employ these abilities. The Art of Autism accepts many art forms, including blog posts, art, poetry, video submissions and requests for book and film reviews. It seeks diverse viewpoints including those from autistic people, parents, siblings, therapists, and others. The 501c3 nonprofit looks to partner with organizations with similar goals for awareness, acceptance, educational events and the provision of opportunities for our participants. Visit www.the-art-of-autism.com to learn more.
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