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A Symphony of Destiny, Unity, and Operatic Drama: Uncovering the 2025-26 Musical Season

The 2025-26 concert season is shaping up to be a breathtaking exploration of orchestral and operatic masterpieces, led by renowned conductors and performers. It kicks off with 'One Song: Exultávit!' featuring the National Philharmonic, followed by the National Symphony Orchestra’s 'Songs of Destiny & Fate', culminating in a thrilling performance of Verdi's 'Rigoletto' by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. These events promise a vibrant tapestry of music that delves deep into themes of unity, fate, and dramatic storytelling.

Jul 6, 2025

1. One Song: Exultávit!

Oct 25, 2025

National Philharmonic

North Bethesda, MD · Strathmore

2. Songs of Destiny & Fate

The Washington Chorus joins Gianandrea Noseda and the NSO for three choral masterpieces by Brahms. Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny) and Gesang der Parzen (Song of the Fates) grapple with fate’s inescapable hand—one offering celestial consolation, the other a foreboding omen. Nänie, named for the Roman goddess, is a powerful requiem set to the poem by Friedrich von Schiller. These mesmeric works choral set the stage for a visceral finale: Schumann’s Symphony No. 2.

22 - 24 Jan, 2026

National Symphony Orchestra

Washington, DC · Kennedy Center

3. Verdi's Rigoletto Conducted by Heyward

Experience the thrilling conclusion of the 2025-26 season with a concert performance of Verdi’s Rigoletto, featuring artists famous for bringing their roles to life on international stages. This is the second production of Music Director Jonathon Heyward’s ambitious four-year Verdi Opera Initiative.

12 - 14 Jun, 2026

Baltimore Symphony Orchestra

Baltimore, MD · Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall + 1 other locations

Conclusion

The 2025-26 concert season offers a diverse tapestry of musical experiences, each event inviting the audience to explore deep themes through the language of music. From the harmonious call for unity to the complex interplay of destiny, and the operatic drama of Verdi, this season promises to be a memorable journey. It’s a celebration of artistic collaboration and the enduring power of music to connect, challenge, and inspire.

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