Welcome

Meriette Saglie’s multi-cultural upbringing have cultivated her into a musical entrepreneur. She is a prize-winning concert pianist and has performed on stages worldwide, including the United States, Chile, Germany, Austria, Italy, Spain and Japan and is passionate about transforming the the classical music performing arts industry by effectively integrating it into modern pop culture. She graduated from the University of Southern California's Thornton School of Music with Doctorate of Musical Arts in 2018. Since then, Meriette's first venture was becoming Founder and Music/Artistic Director of WineMusic in Los Angeles, California, an immersive classical music concert and wine tasting series offering a journey for the senses through the forces of both the musical arts and oenology. Her most recent venture is founding Los Angeles Classical Music Inc. where she holds the role of President and CEO. Meriette is actively involved in philanthropy and volunteer work within nonprofit sectors, including initiatives that focus on non-clinical medical treatments through the arts. Her primary passion is combining her artistic and performance background with a philanthropic mission to transform the classical performing arts industry, seamlessly integrating it into modern pop culture.

Gabe Saglie is a seasoned wine and travel journalist and Senior Editor for Travelzoo and has dedicated over two decades to covering the California wine industry. He serves as a staunch advocate for wine consumers, aiming to empower them with knowledge and appreciation for the intricacies of the world of wine. Having traversed vineyards across the globe, Gabe is committed to bringing forth stories that make each winery unique and forge a deeper connection between wine enthusiasts and the industry.