The organizer of a Shanghai Chinese Orchestra concert in Costa Mesa has canceled the event, citing “an abundance of caution” over coronavirus despite no evidence that the musicians or potential audience members represent any threat to public health. She said Chinese groups that canceled Chinese New Year celebrations mostly consisted of senior citizens at higher risk for all kinds of infections. She cited the transparency with which American public health officials are sharing information. Although the Philharmonic Society canceled the Segerstrom concert, it did present the Shanghai orchestra in a student concert Tuesday at the Soka Performing Arts Center in Aliso Viejo, Hsu said. Organizers had consulted with San Diego County health officials and knew that all members of the ensemble were in good health ahead of their arrival.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 05, 2020 22:23 UTC