Composer

The fourth concert opens with More Seasons by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, Michael Abels. Celebrated for his ability to seamlessly blend genres, this work sets the stage for Cello Concerto No. 2 in E minor, Op. 30 by Victor Herbert. The orchestra will be joined by internationally acclaimed cellist Amit Peled to perform this piece from the late Romantic era, bringing forth the soulful richness of the cello in a dialogue with the orchestra. We conclude with Beethoven’s iconic masterpiece that has transcended centuries – Symphony No. 5 in C minor, with its opening four-note motif being one of the most recognizable in the world.

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Beethoven's Fifth

Capitol Theatre

This captivating program, featuring soprano Avery Boettcher, traverses the emotional landscapes of love and fate through music. Beginning with Tchaikovsky’s powerful Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture, the evening continues with evocative arias by Gounod, Verdi, Puccini, and others, highlighting Avery’s vocal range and expressiveness. The performance concludes with Prokofiev’s selections from Romeo and Juliet, finishing a night replete with the most impassioned pieces of classical music.

Your Youngstown Symphony Presents Shakespeare In Love: Romeo & Juliet

Stambaugh Auditorium

Gastkonzert

The Concertgebouw

Holiday Concert Celebration

La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church

It’s time to once again celebrate the festive season with the FVSO! This year YOU are invited to join us in song for a number of your favorite sing-along classic carols. Don’t worry about the words, we’ve printed them in the program – all you need to do is bring your voice! A perfect way to introduce little ones to some of these seasonal classics. Megan Sesma, FVSO principal harpist, joins us as featured artists in the premiere of A Harp Christmas. We’ll see you there!

Family Holiday Pops

Northwest Catholic High School

### Event Description: MasterWorks III: The 100th Anniversary of Rhapsody in Blue

**Date and Time:**  
Saturday, November 23rd, 2024, at 7:30 PM

**Location:**  
Umstattd Hall, Zimmermann Symphony Center  
2331 17th St. NW, Canton, OH 44708

**Event Overview:**  
Join the Canton Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular celebration of the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue," one of America's most beloved musical masterpieces. This special concert will be conducted by CSO Music Director, Matthew Jenkins Jaroszewicz, and will feature the acclaimed pianist Baron Fenwick.

**Program Highlights:**
- **Overture to Treemonisha** by Scott Joplin
- **A Suite of Serenades** by Victor Herbert
- **Piano Concerto No. 1** by Dmitri Shostakovich, featuring principal trumpet player Justin Kohan
- **Music for the Theatre** by Aaron Copland
- **Rhapsody in Blue** by George Gershwin

**Pre-Concert Lecture:**  
A pre-concert lecture will be held at 6:30 PM in Foundation Hall, providing insights into the evening's program and composers.

**Artist Spotlight: Baron Fenwick**  
Awarded the silver medal in the 2019 Sendai International Music Competition, Baron Fenwick is a leading pianist of his generation. At 25 years old, he has performed with orchestras worldwide, including the Flint Symphony, the South Shore Symphony, and the Sendai Philharmonic. Fenwick has also performed at Carnegie Hall’s Weill Hall and holds degrees from Mannes College of Music.

**Ticket Information:**  
- General Admission: $12 / $27 / $37 / $52  
- Student Tickets (18 with ID): FREE  
- Children (17 and under): FREE  
- Veterans, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, & Educators: 20% off  
- SNAP & Medicaid Recipients: 20% off  

**Box Office:**  
Tickets are available starting August 15.  
Phone: 330-452-2094  
Email: boxoffice@cantonsymphony.org

**Special Thanks:**  
This concert is supported by presenting sponsor Larry & Nancy Hoover and co-sponsor Linda & Leo Casey.

Celebrate a century of "Rhapsody in Blue" with an evening of orchestral favorites inspired by the world of jazz. Don't miss this extraordinary event!

MasterWorks III: The 100th Anniversary of Rhapsody in Blue

Zimmermann Symphony Center

The season opens on August 24th with a delightful program featuring Mozart’s beloved Bassoon Concerto, showcasing Principal Bassoonist Daniel Hane. Also on the program are Jean-Philippe Rameau’s “Airs de Ballet” from his exotic opéra-ballet “Les Indes Galantes” and Haydn’s ever amusing Symphony No. 83, “La Poule.

Sounds of America

Christ Church

73rd ARD International Music Competition 2

Munich Residence

Closing concert of the 64th Weimar Master Classes 2024

Congress Centrum Neue Weimarhalle

Join us for the SMSO’s annual tribute to America and its steadfast strength with a mixture of patriotic favorites, film scores, and iconic American works. The 1812 Overture by Tchaikovsky synchronized to an outstanding fireworks display ends this spectacular celebration! 

A Salute To America

Silver Beach County Park

Join us for an enchanting evening of vocal performance as Audrey Neace, a talented mezzo-soprano and Bachelor of Music student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music, takes the stage. Under the guidance of Patrice Michaels, Audrey will perform a captivating recital featuring a diverse repertoire that spans the breadth of classical music. The program includes Charles Gounod's "Faites-lui mes aveux" from Faust, selections from Gustav Mahler's Lieder und Gesänge, Gabriel Fauré's Cinq mélodies de Venise, Op. 58, and more, showcasing the depth and versatility of Audrey's vocal talent.

Accompanied by Julia Frodyma, soprano, and Jason Carlson on piano, the evening promises to be a showcase of exceptional musicality and a celebration of the human voice. The recital will also feature works by Vincenzo Bellini, Pauline Viardot, Libby Larsen, Jocelyn Hagen, William Bolcom, and Victor Herbert, offering a rich tapestry of musical expressions.

This special event is scheduled for Sunday, June 2, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT, in the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall. Located in the Ryan Center for the Musical Arts, the Galvin Recital Hall is renowned for its stunning acoustics and breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening of exquisite music.

Admission to this event is free, and tickets are not required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring that no one misses out on this remarkable performance. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of Audrey Neace and her fellow musicians in one of the most beautiful concert venues in the country.

Audrey Neace, mezzo-soprano

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

For one performance only, this concert will feature winners of RCO’s reimagined concerto competition which cultivates talent of Nevada youth and highlights the work of Nevada teachers. String students of RCO’s own musicians also perform side-by-side with their mentors in Victor Herbert’s charming Serenade and Saint-Saëns’ youthful Symphony No. 2 closes the season with a flourish. Priced separately from our season subscriptions, with the first chance to buy tickets given to our season subscribers.

Dreaming Big

University of Nevada

Join us for an evening of exceptional cello performance by Sydney Lee, a distinguished Doctor of Musical Arts student at the Northwestern Bienen School of Music. Under the baton of conductor Nicholas Koo, Sydney will showcase her mastery through the renditions of Joseph Haydn's Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Hob. VIIb/1, and Victor Herbert's Cello Concerto No. 2 in E Minor, Op. 30. This captivating recital is scheduled for Sunday, May 12, 2024, at 6:30pm CDT, held in the prestigious Pick-Staiger Concert Hall.

This event is open to all, with no tickets required, offering a wonderful opportunity to experience the rich musical talents nurtured at the Bienen School of Music. The Pick-Staiger Concert Hall, a cornerstone of the Evanston campus of Northwestern University, provides an ideal setting for this musical evening. Located at 50 Arts Cir Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, the hall is renowned for its excellent acoustics and comfortable seating, ensuring an enjoyable experience for all attendees.

Don't miss this free event, where music lovers can gather to support emerging talent and witness the profound musical expressions of Sydney Lee, a promising cellist poised for a significant impact on the classical music scene.

Sydney Lee, cello

Northwestern University

Student Recital: Adrian Rodriguez

Carnegie Mellon University

Along with a performance by the DuPage Symphony’s 2024 Young Artists Auditions Winner, the DuPage Symphony celebrates the cultural holidays of spring: with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Russian Easter Overture, Richard Strauss’s Till Eulenspiegel’s Merry Pranks, and Victor Herbert’s Irish Rhapsody.

Above and Beyond: "Springtime Celebrations"

North Central College

This journey through the colorful musics from all of the Americas offers contrasts and joys, thrilling dances, and reflections on the exuberant American spirit in its many varieties, and presents the debut performance of 2022 Klein Competition winner, virtuoso cellist Gaeun Kim.

The Americas

Heritage Theatre

San Mateo High School

The annual tradition returns! Celebrate the holiday season with family and friends as you gather to hear your favourite carols and Christmas music sung by special guest soloists and performed live by the VSO. Beloved host Christopher Gaze will delight you with his characteristic antics and storytelling. A festive treat for all!

Traditional Christmas

Orpheum Theatre

North Canyon High School

Ottorino Respighi’s compositional legacy rests on two main pillars. One is his brilliant and evocative orchestral tone poems, particularly the three depictions of Rome, past and present. The other is his reimagining of music from earlier eras, of which the best known are the suites of orchestrations of Renaissance pieces called Ancient Airs and Dances. The fact that neither of these are opera is rare for an Italian: As our 2019 program (for a performance of Pines of Rome) stated:

Christmas

Mansfield Center for the Performing Arts

Join us at the Canyon HS Performing Arts Center on December 2, 2023, for an enchanting evening with the Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra's "Winter Dreams" concert. This special winter program promises to immerse you in the magic of the season through a symphonic journey featuring four timeless winter-themed masterpieces. The evening's repertoire includes Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 1, affectionately known as "Winter Dreams," the playful "March of the Toys" from Victor Herbert's "Babes in Toyland," a captivating instrumental interlude from Humperdinck's opera "Hansel and Gretel," and the festive holiday medley "Anderson's A Christmas Festival."

This concert is a perfect opportunity to experience the warmth and joy of winter music, igniting your winter spirit in the heart of Santa Clarita. Whether you're a long-time classical music enthusiast or looking for a unique way to celebrate the season, "Winter Dreams" offers something for everyone.

Event Details:
- Date: December 2, 2023
- Time: 7:00 PM
- Location: Canyon HS Performing Arts Center, 19300 Nadal St, Santa Clarita, CA 91351, USA

Ticket Information:
- General Admission: $30.00 (+$0.75 service fee)
- Students, Seniors, & Military: $25.00 (+$0.63 service fee)

Don't miss this magical winter concert. Secure your tickets now and let the Santa Clarita Symphony Orchestra fill your evening with the enchanting sounds of "Winter Dreams."

Winter Dreams

Canyon High School

Studio Recitals feature students who all study with the same faculty instructor. These young artists represent their studio with a program curated by their teacher.

Voice Students of Susanne Mentzer

Bowes Center

The pieces in this concert connect us to American music and our shared national history. American Herbert and Czeck Dvořák were colleagues at New York’s National Conservatory in the early 1890s and influenced one another as Dvořák sought to grasp the essence of American folk music.

Season Finale: America The Beautiful

Florida State University

In accordance with Carnegie Mellon’s COVID-19 mitigation policies, all visitors to the university’s campus age 12 and older are required to be either fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or, if not fully vaccinated, must have received a negative COVID-19 test result within three days of the event.

Student Recital: Emilia Poirier-Molina

Danielle Roach (M.M. '23, vocal pedagogy) presents a voice recital.

Student Recital: Danielle Roach, Voice

Boston Conservatory at Berklee

The Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra is proud to present <em>Serenade for Strings </em> online, beginning March 13, 2021 at 7pm.</h3>
<p>Serenade for Strings will showcase the talented string section of the Flagstaff Symphony Orchestra, marking their first performance together since the pandemic began.

Serenade

Concert 2

Our Lady Star of the Sea

Symphony III:  Holiday Concert with cellist Gregorio Nieto

Port Angeles High School

Under the direction of Dr. Frank Cook, Northern Colorado’s biggest, baddest, and boldest brass section takes center stage for this spectacular evening of holiday hymns and carols! Resounding trumpets and triumphant horns declare the magic and majesty of the holiday season. The breathtaking artistry of the musicians resonate in intimate settings across Northern Colorado. Don’t wait, reserve your tickets now as these performances sell out quickly!

Christmas Brass

First United Methodist Church of Windsor

Generations Church

King of Glory Lutheran Church

Experience the Des Moines Symphony brass section like never before in our newest tradition! Celebrate the sounds of the season with favorites like Joy to the World, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing and more. Westminster Presbyterian's beautiful Dobson Pipe Organ will be prominently featured alongside timpani, percussion, and our powerful brass section. Don't miss your chance to experience this intimate, family-friendly holiday concert!

Holiday Brass

Westminster Presbyterian Church of Des Moines

Julian Schwarz has been heralded from a young age as a cellist destined to rank among the greatest of the 21st century, Julian’s powerful tone, effortless virtuosity, and extraordinarily large color palette are hallmarks of his style. 

After making his concerto debut at the age of 11 with the Seattle Symphony, he made his U.S. touring debut with the Moscow Radio Symphony Orchestra in 2010. Since being awarded first prize at the inaugural Schoenfeld International String Competition in Hong Kong, he has led an active career as soloist. 

Composer

Victor Herbert

Events

Upcoming events

Dec 7, 2025

Concert 2 · Grosse Pointe Symphony Orchestra

Dec 13, 2025

Symphony III: Holiday Concert with cellist Gregorio Nieto · Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra

18 - 20 Dec, 2025

Christmas Brass · Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra

20 - 21 Dec, 2025

Holiday Brass · Des Moines Symphony

24 - 25 Jan, 2026

Julian Schwarz, Cello · Greenwich Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Mar 28, 2025

Beethoven's Fifth · Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra

Feb 15, 2025

Your Youngstown Symphony Presents Shakespeare In Love: Romeo & Juliet · Stambaugh Auditorium

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