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Join the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting evening of music at the January MainStage event, featuring the extraordinary talents of flutist Demarre McGill. This special performance, under the baton of Music Director Earl Lee, will showcase Mozart’s mesmerizing Flute Concerto, with McGill's virtuosity taking center stage. The program also includes Andrea Casarrubios’s vibrant Herencia, and concludes with the elegance of Mozart’s Symphony No. 39. This captivating concert will take place on Friday, January 24, 2024, at 8 PM in Orchestra Hall Detroit, with a pre-concert talk at 7 PM. The magic continues on Saturday, January 25, 2024, at 8 PM at the Michigan Theater, also preceded by a pre-concert talk at 7 PM. Seats are currently available as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of Demarre McGill alongside the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra in what promises to be a memorable musical journey.

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music and mastery at the February MainStage event presented by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra. This spectacular concert will take place on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 8 PM in the historic Michigan Theater. Enhance your experience with a pre-concert talk at 7 PM, offering deeper insights into the night's performances. The evening will showcase the extraordinary talents of Stella Chen, the Gramophone Magazine’s Young Artist of the Year for 2023. As a celebrated violinist with an impressive background from Harvard University, the Juilliard School, and mentorship under Itzhak Perlman, Chen will perform Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto, a piece once considered unplayable but now a cornerstone of the violin repertoire. Her performance is eagerly anticipated following her first prize win at the Queen Elisabeth Competition in 2019. Under the baton of Music Director Earl Lee, the orchestra will also present Jessie Montgomery’s jazz-infused Overture and Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 10, a profound portrait of anguish, agony, and fleeting triumph. This diverse program promises an evening of emotional depth and exhilarating musicianship. Seats for this must-see event are available now as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to witness live performances by some of the most talented musicians in the classical music world today.

Experience the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli like never before with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra's "Studio Ghibli at the Symphony." Following its overwhelming success in 2022, this beloved program makes a triumphant return, promising another sold-out weekend of performances at the Michigan Theater. Under the baton of guest conductor Wilbur Lin, audiences will be treated to a family-friendly lineup featuring the iconic scores from Studio Ghibli's most celebrated films, including "My Neighbor Totoro" (1988), "Spirited Away" (2001), and "Howl’s Moving Castle" (2004). Joe Hisaishi's vibrant and lively compositions for Hayao Miyazaki’s Academy Award-nominated films have become a staple of childhood worldwide. From the playful adventures of Totoro to the mystical realms of a wandering castle, this concert is a heartfelt homage to the spirit of Studio Ghibli, designed to captivate fans of all ages. Mark your calendars for Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 8 PM, and join us at the Michigan Theater for an unforgettable evening. Seats are currently available as part of a subscription, with single ticket bookings opening on July 18, 2024. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the magical scores that have defined a generation of animation enthusiasts.

### Event Description: Film with Live Music - Prokofiev’s Alexander Nevsky **Date and Time:** Saturday, March 22, 2025, at 7:30 PM **Venue:** Hill Auditorium 825 North University Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI 48109 **Event Overview:** Experience the powerful combination of film and live music with Sergei Prokofiev’s "Alexander Nevsky." This unique event features a screening of the 1938 Soviet historical drama directed by Sergei Eisenstein, accompanied by a live performance of Prokofiev’s score. The film, notable for being Eisenstein’s first dramatic work to use sound, depicts the 13th-century invasion of Novgorod by the Knights of the Holy Roman Empire and their defeat by Prince Alexander Nevsky. **Musical Performance:** The UMS Choral Union and the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra will perform the full score live, conducted by Scott Hanoian, with contralto Meredith Arwady. This marks the first time the full score will be presented alongside the original film at UMS. **Artists:** - **Scott Hanoian:** UMS Choral Union Music Director and Conductor - **Meredith Arwady:** Contralto **Ticket Information:** - **Season Ticket Packages:** Available now - **Individual Event Tickets:** On sale starting August 1 - **Discounts:** Student, Senior, and Group Discounts may be available **Contact for Tickets:** Order online or call the ticket office at 734-764-2538 **Sponsors:** Principal Sponsor: Louise Taylor **Additional Information:** For more details about the event and to purchase tickets, visit the UMS website. Don’t miss this extraordinary blend of cinematic and musical artistry, a true collaboration between Prokofiev’s music and Eisenstein’s filmmaking. **Related Events:** - London Philharmonic Orchestra (10/18) - Berliner Philharmoniker with Hilary Hahn, violin (11/23) - Berliner Philharmoniker (11/24) Join us for an unforgettable evening that brings history to life through the powerful medium of film and live orchestral music.

Join the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of classical music on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the Michigan Theater. The April MainStage event promises to be a revolutionary journey through the realms of classical music, featuring Beethoven’s Symphony No. 3, the Eroica—a work that has left an indelible mark on the history of music with its grand scale, scope, and substance. Under the baton of guest conductor Andrew Grams, known for his dynamic concerts and ability to connect with audiences, this performance is set to captivate the hearts of classical music enthusiasts. Adding to the evening’s allure, 17th International Fryderyk Chopin Competition medalist Kate Liu will make her Ann Arbor debut, showcasing the soaring lyricism of Chopin’s F minor Piano Concerto. This piece, inspired by the composer’s affection for Polish soprano Konstancja Gładkowska, features an inexpressibly gorgeous second movement conceived as a piano aria, enveloped by the virtuosic outer movements that highlight Chopin’s unparalleled mastery of the piano. The concert will also feature Louise Farrenc’s Overture No. 2, further enriching the evening’s repertoire. The event begins at 8 PM, with a pre-concert talk scheduled for 7 PM, offering insights into the night’s program and the history behind the pieces. Seats for this musical extravaganza are available now as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the profound beauty and revolutionary spirit of classical music brought to life by the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, Kate Liu, and Andrew Grams.

Join us for the grand finale of the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra's 24/25 Season, a concert that promises to be an unforgettable evening of music and emotion. Under the baton of Music Director Earl Lee, this season-concluding concert will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 8 PM in the prestigious Hill Auditorium. The evening will commence with a pre-concert talk at 7 PM, offering insights and enriching the concert experience. The program features the premiere of Katherine Balch’s "musica pyralis," a co-commission in partnership with the New York Philharmonic, the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, the Santa Rosa Symphony, and the Erie Symphony, supported by New Music USA’s Amplifying Voices program. This piece is set to captivate the audience with its innovative composition and execution. The highlight of the night will be Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 5, with its famous Adagietto, a love song to Mahler’s wife, Alma. This symphony is a journey through triumph and despair, showcasing Mahler’s shift to pure instrumental music and the contrapuntal intensity reminiscent of J.S. Bach. Seats for this monumental event are available now as part of a subscription, with single ticket booking opening on July 18, 2024. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the culmination of the 24/25 Season with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra, led by the talented Earl Lee. This concert is not just a performance but a celebration of music's power to express the inexpressible.