Katherine Balch, composer | Schedule & Tickets 2025

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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.

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Immerse yourself in the profound musical journey of "Beethoven & Copland" presented by the Santa Rosa Symphony, under the baton of Music Director Francesco Lecce-Chong. This classical series event, set against the backdrop of the prestigious Weill Hall at the Green Music Center, promises an unforgettable experience across three performances: October 19, 20, and 21, 2024.

The concert features an exquisite lineup, starting with Aaron Copland's "Fanfare for the Common Man," a powerful tribute to the resilience and strength of ordinary people. Following this, the stage welcomes Sonoma County native David McCarroll, Concertmaster of the Pittsburgh Symphony, to perform Beethoven’s only violin concerto, the "Concerto in D major for Violin and Orchestra, Opus 61." This piece is renowned for its emotional depth and technical brilliance. The program also includes the West Coast Premiere of Katherine Balch's "musica pyralis" and culminates with Copland's "Lincoln Portrait for Narrator and Orchestra," narrated by Kai Ryssdal, host of public radio’s Marketplace. This piece reflects on the enduring legacy of Abraham Lincoln, adding a narrative richness to the evening.

Concert dates and times are as follows:
- Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 7:30 pm
- Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 3:00 pm
- Monday, October 21, 2024, at 7:30 pm

Additionally, a Discovery Rehearsal is scheduled for Saturday, October 19, 2024, at 2:00 pm, offering a unique glimpse into the preparation process. Concert Conversations, free to Classical Series concert ticket holders, will take place 30 minutes before each performance, providing insightful context to enhance your concert experience.

Season subscriptions are currently available, with single tickets going on sale on July 29, 2024. Special offers include complimentary youth tickets for ages 7-17 with every paid adult for Classical Series concerts, and $10 student rush tickets for college students with valid ID.

This event is generously supported by the Anderman Family Foundation, with additional sponsorships honoring the contributions of Marcia Wagner, David & Corinne Byrd, Stephen & Lynn Olsen, and Sig Anderman, among others.

Prepare for an evening of stirring music that celebrates the human spirit, the genius of Beethoven and Copland, and the rich cultural tapestry of our community. Join us at the Green Music Center for a performance that promises to resonate long after the final note.