Composer

A trio of acclaimed musicians unite for a collaborative performance, including a new work by Reena Esmail, co-commissioned by the UGA Performing Arts Center. Part of American Panorama: Voices of a Nation at 250. Includes a free pre-performance talk with Reena Esmail and Patrick Castillo in Ramsey Concert Hall, 2:15-2:45 pm.

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Hilary Hahn, violin; Matthias Goerne, baritone; Gloria Chien, piano

University of Georgia Performing Arts Center

The Edinburgh Festival Chorus joins with our Rising Stars for a programme of American music from the 20th and 21st centuries.

This Shining Night

Usher Hall

Giancarlo Guerrero conducts Aaron Copland’s Symphony No. 3, a masterful synthesis of the composer’s expansive American musical style. Piano virtuoso Stewart Goodyear returns to the Festival for Prokofiev’s charming Piano Concerto No. 3, presented alongside Reena Esmail’s emotionally impactful Black Iris.

Copland Symphony No. 3

Millennium Park

Amina Knapp, violin

Northwestern Bienen School of Music

Bohemian Rhapsody:” 2026 Arts for a Better Tomorrow

Gateway High School

Dvořák’s American Quartet

Artis–Naples

The program features Tuttarana by Reena Esmail, Second Suite in F by Gustav Holst, Resting in the Peace of His Hands by John Gibson, Fallingwater at Twilight by James David, and His Honor by Henry Fillmore. Arris Golden, Concert Band conductor.

Concert Band and Campus Band

Michigan State University

Gershwin and Dvořák

Downtown Ithaca Alliance (The Ithaca Commons)

Cycle Five: Echoes Of Celebration

St Andrew's Presbyterian Church Arizona

DesertView Performing Arts Center

Celebrate the ingenuity, independence, and pure joy of American music. In five concerts over four days, pianists-in-residence Peter Dugan, Avery Gagliano, and Jonathan Mamora will be joined by mezzo-soprano Kara Dugan and local musicians to explore the ways music reflects the American experience.

Cliburn Festival America 250: American Mosaic

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth

In its 11th season, Seraph Brass was founded by trumpet soloist Mary Elizabeth Bowden with a mission to showcase the excellence of women brass players and highlight musicians from marginalized groups, both in personnel and in programming. Winners of the American Prize in Chamber Music, the group has been praised for its “beautiful sounds" (American Record Guide), "fine playing” (Gramophone), and “staggeringly high caliber of performance” (Textura).

Seraph Brass

Bethel United Methodist Church

The last of the three visiting orchestras presented by the Boston Symphony Orchestra this season, the Interlochen Arts Academy features cellist Yo-Yo Ma in a new work by composer and jazz ambassador Wynton Marsalis. Opening the program is one the great monuments of American music: Charles Ives’ spiritually searching Fourth Symphony has intricate, multilayered orchestral textures that are interwoven with rich allusions to traditional Christian hymns. Indian American composer Reena Esmail’s RE|member, is an energetic overture-like work exploring togetherness.

Interlochen Arts Academy with Yo-Yo Ma

Boston Symphony Orchestra

Who gets to speak for a nation? Who dares to tell its histories, raise its flag, and call its citizens to a more unified future? The MPO joins forces with One Voice Mixed Chorus in an evening of fanfare, song, and symphony.

A Simple Song

St. Catherine University

Influenced by Native American folk songs, Black spirituals, and his native Bohemia, Dvořák’s “New World Symphony” whisks audiences away to the vast tapestry of Americana. World Renowned in their own right, the Shaham siblings, foremost violinist Gil and consummate pianist Orli, join the Virginia Symphony to perform a world premiere concerto composed by Indian-American composer Reena Esmail.

Dvořák’s New World Symphony + Gil & Orli Shaham

Chrysler Hall Norfolk

Ferguson Center for the Arts

In “Requiem for Water,” Chorus Niagara highlights the global water crisis and expresses humanity’s desperation for this precious resource. At the heart of this program is Reena Esmail’s Malhaar: A Requiem for Water (2023), which fuses Western choral music with Hindustani classical traditions, featuring a Hindustani vocalist, tabla, percussion, and immersive video projections. Paired with other contemporary works that echo its themes, this concert is a moving meditation on the natural world and our place within it.

Requiem for Water

FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre

Visionary maestro David Robertson conducts a program of movement and transformation. Nielsen’s Helios Overture follows the path of the sun across the sky, while the world premiere of Reena Esmail’s Double Concerto puts star siblings Gil and Orli Shaham center stage. To close, Sibelius’ Symphony No. 5 dances with themes shaped by landscape and time, with its famous finale inspired by the sight of a flock of swans flying overhead.

Shaham & Shaham play Reena Esmail Robertson conducts Sibelius’ Fifth

Kennedy Center

Roumain, Mahler, Esmail & Chen Yi

Paramount Theatre Oakland

Humanity is at the core of this transformative program. “I conceived of it as a symphony on the greatness of the human soul,” Prokofiev remarked about his wartime Fifth Symphony. In 2020, as Reena Esmail set out to compose RE|Member, she felt the deep healing of a collective return to music-making after a global pandemic. And Billy Childs expresses trauma, resilience, and empowerment within the Black American experience through his poignant symphonic poem, Diaspora, brought to life in these performances by saxophonist Steven Banks.

Prokofiev and Childs

Powell Hall

Maestro Bahl returns to Omaha for an over-the-top exploration in two extremes of romanticism: Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, and Schumann’s final, sweeping Symphony in D Minor.

Piazzolla & Schumann

Joslyn Art Museum

Brahms’ high-spirited Symphony No. 3 anchors this bold and lyrical program. Music Director Laureate Marin Alsop and French-Serbian violinist Nemanja Radulović unite their dynamic energy in Khachaturian’s vibrant Violin Concerto, marking Radulović’s highly-anticipated BSO debut.

Alsop Conducts Brahms 3

The Music Center at Strathmore

This award-winning ensemble made its New York debut in 2022 and returns now with works by Reena Esmail, Felix Mendelssohn, and Johannes Brahms.

Schneider Concerts Presents | Abeo Quartet

The New School

This annual event features one of your very own orchestra musicians, co-principal trumpet Eric Baker!

Wts Spotlight

Wagner Noël Performing Arts Center

One Song: Exultávit!

Strathmore

Experience The Planets, the astrological romp that turned Gustav Holst into a rock star. The off-world orchestral suite spawned rock-and-roll remakes by bands such as Led Zeppelin and King Crimson. The one planet that didn't make the cut in Holst’s score—Earth—gets its due when the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra does a mashup with Hindustani violinist Kala Ramnath. Her scintillating, genre-bending evocation of the ancient elements of space, air, water, fire, and earth comes to life with composer Reena Esmail. Guest conductor Vinay Parameswaran launches the evening on a cosmic journey with Nina Shekhar’s seductively mesmerizing Lumina.

Celestial Illuminations featuring The Planets

The Woodruff Arts Center

Step into a vibrant celebration of sound, spirit, and light—just in time for Diwali, the Festival of Lights. Bursting with color and energy, the evening opens with Symphony Masala, conducted by Roger Kalia, former Freeman Conducting Fellow, and starring North American Bollywood Sensation, Anuradha “Juju” Palakurthi.

Bollywood & Beyond

Fine Arts Building Chicago

North Central College

Rach ‘n Soul

St. Gabriel’s Episcopal Church

St. GabrSt. Peter’s Episcopal Churchiel’s Episcopal Church

Beethoven could be passionate through his music, and the Concerto for Violin, Cello, and Piano and Orchestra is one such breathtaking moment. The outer movements speak of the exuberance of music and the second movement is a song of longing for an unattainable beloved. The youthful Sitkovetsky Trio obliges us with a jaunty rondo movement that brings the proceedings to a joyful ending.

Beethoven's Triple Passion

Oregon Center for the Arts

Grants Pass High School

Collier Center for the Performing Arts

Join us for an evening of classic choral works and forward-thinking compositions. NYCHORAL is pairing J.S. Bach’s Magnificat with This Love Between Us: Prayers for Unity— a piece by Indian-American composer and LA Master Chorale’s Swan Family Artist-in-Residence, Reena Esmail. This concert, held at the NYU Skirball Center on May 10, 2025, explores the theme of unity, weaving together Indian and Western musical styles. Inspired by Bach’s Magnificat, Esmail composed This Love Between Us against the backdrop of the divisive 2016 presidential election. The performance will feature local South Asian musicians, adding a rich cultural dimension to the evening.

J.S. Bach’s Magnificat and Reena Esmail’s This Love Between Us: Prayers for Unity

NYU Skirball

Tanglewood Recital Series: Brooklyn Rider

Tanglewood Music Center

TMC Chamber Music

We conclude our monumental 60th Anniversary season with a spectacular celebration of harmony and innovation that honors our storied past, embraces the vibrant present, and set the stage for an exciting future. We are thrilled to present an extraordinary playlist of music ranging from Shakespeare’s England to the choral Renaissance happening in Los Angeles right now. These composers represent the creative forces that have both shaped the Chorale and solidified its place at the epicenter of the choral world.

New Renaissance

Walt Disney Concert Hall

Six award-winning young musicians perform three works that showcase diverse musical styles, from humorous formality of Ernest von Dohnányi from early 20th century central Europe, to exotic sounds of Hindustani ragas composed by Los Angeles-based composer Reena Esmail and written as a wedding gift to her best friends in 2017, and ending with exuberant virtuosity of Robert Schumann from 19th century Germany.

Nathan Amaral, violin; Hannah Goldstick, violin; Laura Liu, viola; Dillon Scott, viola; Jonathan Swensen, cello; Anna Han, piano

Tippet Rise Art Center

The Knights is a self-described “fellowship of adventurous musicians” known for transforming the orchestral concert experience. In this program led by Artistic Director and violinist Colin Jacobsen, the ensemble performs a time-tested masterpiece—Dvořák’s ever-popular Serenade for Strings—alongside the New York premiere of Reena Esmail’s The History of Red, a stirring work for chamber orchestra and soprano partly inspired by Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915. The program also highlights the extraordinary compositional talents of The Knights’ own members, with a world premiere by violinist and vocalist Christina Courtin, and a piece written collaboratively by Courtin with flutist and vocalist Alex Sopp.

The Knights

Carnegie Hall

MSM Artists in Residence: Windscape Winds of Change

The Knights is a self-described “fellowship of adventurous musicians” known for transforming the orchestral concert experience. In this concert, led by Artistic Director and violinist Colin Jacobsen, they perform a time-tested masterpiece—Dvořák’s ever-popular Serenade for Strings—alongside the New York City premiere of Reena Esmail’s The History of Red, a stirring work for chamber orchestra and soprano, inspired in part by Barber’s Knoxville: Summer of 1915. The program also highlights the extraordinary compositional talents of The Knights’ own members, with a world premiere by violinist and vocalist Christina Courtin and a piece written collaboratively by Ms. Courtin with flutist and vocalist Alex Sopp.

The Knights at Carnegie Hall

Join us for a festive evening with your music-loving friends featuring two leading artists performing a thrilling program followed by wine and sumptuous meal at the picturesque Mohawk Golf Club. All proceeds benefit our Annual Fund.

Spring Benefit Geneva Lewis, violin Jay Campbell, cello Mohawk Golf Club

Mohawk Golf Club

Echoes of Times

Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Join us to sing and dance with the orchestra performing a varied program of music from India, including works by contemporary composer Reena Esmail and classic Bollywood songs. A program to bring the whole family together.

Songs and Dances of India

Benaroya Hall

A galloping Italian overture from Rossini, a mesmerizing new concerto for clarinet, and a heart-pounding symphonic roller coaster from Tchaikovsky, complete with one of the greatest orchestral finales ever written.

Tchaikovsky’s 4TH SYMPHONY

Chapel Auditorium

Burlington Capitol Theater

Bridge View Center

Bulgarian American violinist Bella Hristova has won international acclaim for her “expressive nuance and rich tone” (New York Times) and “impressive power and control” (Washington Post). She has distinguished herself on the world stage as a performing artist with a remarkably diverse repertoire and bold approach to programming. In collaboration with returning pianist, Anna Polonsky, Hristova marks her Newport debut in a varying program which includes stalworth works by Bach, a transcription of a movement from Messiaen’s Quartet for the end of time, Grieg’s thrilling second violin sonata, and folk songs from the childhood of composer Reena Esmail.  

Violinist Bella Hristova performs Bach and Grieg

Newport Classical

Join the Peoria Symphony Orchestra for an evening of musical exploration and inspiration at the "Inspired Journeys" concert. Under the baton of Maestro George Stelluto and featuring the exceptional talents of violinist William Harvey, this event promises to be a memorable journey through soundscapes that span cultures and eras.

**Event Details:**
- **Date:** Friday, April 11, 2025
- **Time:** Lobby opens at 6:30 pm, Concert begins at 7:30 pm
- **Location:** Peoria Civic Center Theater, 201 SW Jefferson Ave, Peoria, Illinois 61602

**Program Highlights:**
- Reena Esmail: Testament from Vishwas
- William Harvey: Seven Decisions of Gandhi
- Ludwig Van Beethoven: Symphony No. 6 in F Major, Op. 68

**About the Artists:**
George Stelluto, the esteemed conductor, will lead the orchestra through this evocative program. William Harvey, celebrated for his roles as concertmaster of Mexico’s premier orchestra, the Orquesta Sinfónica Nacional, and violin faculty at the Universidad Panamericana, will grace the stage as the violin soloist. Harvey's international acclaim includes performances at Carnegie Hall, collaborations with orchestras across the globe, and nominations for his recordings.

**Experience the Journey:**
The "Inspired Journeys" concert is a unique opportunity to experience the power of music to transport and transform. From the reflective beauty of Esmail's composition to the profound messages in Harvey's work, culminating in the pastoral elegance of Beethoven's Sixth Symphony, attendees are in for an evening of unparalleled musical expression.

Tickets are available for purchase now. Don't miss this opportunity to support and enjoy the Peoria Symphony Orchestra's dedication to bringing exceptional musical experiences to the community.

Inspired Journeys

Peoria Civic Center Theater

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Albany Symphony as we present "Reena Esmail Boléro" on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the majestic Palace Theatre, located at 19 Clinton Ave, Albany, NY. This remarkable concert will feature a blend of classical and contemporary compositions, showcasing the talents of conductor David Alan Miller, violin virtuoso Kala Ramnath, and works by Maurice Ravel, Reena Esmail, and Hector Berlioz.

The highlight of the evening will be Maurice Ravel's iconic "Boléro," paired with Reena Esmail's "Concerto for Hindustani Violin" and Hector Berlioz's "Symphonie fantastique," creating a rich tapestry of musical expressions. This event promises to be a celebration of musical innovation and tradition, brought to life by the exceptional Albany Symphony Orchestra.

Tickets will be available for individual sale in early fall 2024, with subscriptions on sale now. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the beauty and power of live orchestral music in the heart of Albany.

For your convenience, paid parking is available in the Quackenbush Garage at 25 Orange Street, just a block from the Palace Theatre, with free street parking available after 5 PM and on weekends. The venue is accessible, offering large-print programs and assistive listening devices upon request. Enhance your concert experience with our safe and convenient concert shuttle service from Delmar, available for $20 round-trip. Reserve your spot by clicking the link below or calling the box office at 518 694-3300.

Prepare to be moved by the stirring performances and the breathtaking ambiance of the Palace Theatre. We look forward to welcoming you to "Reena Esmail Boléro" for an evening of unforgettable music and inspiration.

Reena Esmail + Boléro

Palace Theatre Palace Theatre Albany

Bradford Festival Choral Society, in collaboration with the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, presents a dramatic and diverse concert – promising to captivate audiences with its blend of contemporary and classical masterpieces.

Carmina Burana

Bradford Theatres

Manhattan School of Music

Ryan Person serves as director of choral activities and associate professor of music at Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa. At Morningside, he conducts the forty-member Morningside Choir, which has been celebrated for its exceptional choral artistry and eclectic programming. The ensemble recently performed at ACDA National Conference, ACDA Midwestern Region Conference, and was selected as the winner of The American Prize in Choral Performance (College/University Division), a comprehensive national performing arts competition. Under Person’s direction, The Morningside Choir has traveled to continental and international locations, including South Africa, Germany, Austria, and the Czech Republic.

Octavo Series (SATB) Ryan Person, Guest Conductor

Appalachian Spring

Adrian College

Associate Artistic Director Jenny Wong leads Carl Orff’s epic and propulsive Carmina Burana, along with the world premiere of a vibrant new work by Swan Family Artist-in-Residence Reena Esmail. Carmina Burana’s evocative lyrics, drawn from medieval poetry, speak of love, lust, and the inexorable wheel of fate. Esmail’s new work will be based on a variety of folk songs representing different languages and traditions of the Indian subcontinent. 

### An Evening with Amjad Ali Khan - London Philharmonic Orchestra

**Date and Time:** Saturday, 25 January 2025, 7:30 PM  
**Location:** Royal Festival Hall, London

#### Event Overview:
Join us for a mesmerizing evening featuring the legendary Sarod Grand Master Amjad Ali Khan, accompanied by his virtuoso sons, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash. This unique concert, conducted by the talented Lidiya Yankovskaya, promises to be a cultural journey that bridges continents and musical traditions.

#### Program Highlights:
- **Reena Esmail:** "REMember" - A vibrant new overture by the Indian-American composer.
- **Amjad Ali Khan:** "Samaagam Concerto for Sarod" - A 70-minute concerto showcasing the intricate and soulful sounds of the sarod.
- **A.R. Rahman:** Selections from iconic film soundtracks, including "Slumdog Millionaire" and "Bombay," celebrating the works of the composer known as the "Mozart of Madras."

#### Performers:
- **Lidiya Yankovskaya:** Conductor
- **Amjad Ali Khan:** Sarod Virtuoso
- **Amaan Ali Bangash:** Sarod
- **Ayaan Ali Bangash:** Sarod

#### Ticket Information:
- **Price Range:** £7 - £70
- **Booking:** [Book Now](#)

#### Special Offers:
- **Multi-Buy Series Discounts:** Save up to 30% on full-price tickets at the Southbank Centre, London.
- **Group Discounts:** Book 10 or more seats to access discounted tickets for Southbank Centre concerts.

#### Reviews:
"Khan is a spiritual, expressive musician, a technically brilliant and inventive player." - The Inquirer

Don't miss this extraordinary event that promises to be a celebration of musical excellence and cultural fusion. Secure your tickets now and be part of an unforgettable evening with Amjad Ali Khan and the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

An evening with Amjad Ali Khan

Royal Festival Hall

Hailed by The Whole Note as "highly enjoyable and immensely satisfying“, JUNO-nominated Land’s End Ensemble (Maria van der Sloot, violin; Beth Root Sandvoss, cello; Susanne Ruberg-Gordon, piano; Vincent Ho, Artistic Director) is one of Canada’s foremost contemporary ensembles, inviting curious audiences to reimagine the possibilities of the classical piano trio. Dedicated to presenting innovative compositions, the Ensemble has been praised by critics for their exceptional artistry.

Land's End Ensemble

artsPlace Canmore

Watch the performance on this page at the scheduled date and time. This performance won’t be available to stream afterward on demand. Should you have trouble accessing the stream via this page, please visit juilliard.live to stream this program.

Pre-College Symphony

The Juilliard School

Our 2024 Christmas programme celebrates the Mother of Christmas, with works that range from traditional carols and hymns to Mary, to impressive contemporary works and a new commission by Sixteen alto Kim Porter.

A Mother’s Love: Amsterdam

Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ

Municipal Theater Nijmegen

A program of glorious choral masterworks by Brahms, Fauré, and Hailstork. These meditations on life and fate, filled with rich, soulful melodies, provide a respite of comfort and consolation. Reena Esmail’s RE|Member explores how the world has changed forever, re-entering the post-pandemic world.

Sparks Fly, Voices Soar: Brahms and Fauré

Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts

Christmas is a time for families and old friends – for well-loved tunes and good cheer. But it’s also a time of mystery and wonder: of silent nights, and sounds that echo across centuries. We’re delighted to be back at The Apex this Yuletide for two nights of beauty, wonder and seasonal joy. From medieval carols to visionary modern masterpieces, it all takes its inspiration from the story at the heart of the season: a baby in a stable, surrounded by simply heavenly singing.

The Sixteen at Christmas

St John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church

The Anvil

The Shops at Columbus Circle

Eastman Chorale

University of Rochester

The Fresno Philharmonic proudly presents "Orchestral Virtuosity," a program that showcases the exceptional talent and artistry of its musicians. This concert features a diverse selection of compositions designed to highlight the unique qualities of the orchestra's sections. Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra is a masterful piece that brings out the vibrant colors and distinct characteristics of each instrumental group, creating a rich tapestry of sound. Respighi's Poema autunnale offers a lyrical and evocative showcase for Concertmaster Stephanie Sant'Ambrogio, whose violin performance promises to captivate with its expressive depth. The program also includes Mozart's lively Marriage of Figaro Overture, a piece known for its energetic and spirited orchestral interplay. Additionally, Reena Esmail's REMember adds a contemporary touch, providing further opportunities for the orchestra to demonstrate its versatility and dynamic range. Under the baton of conductor Rei Hotoda, this concert is a celebration of orchestral brilliance and musical excellence.

Orchestral Virtuosity

Paul Shaghoian Memorial Concert Hall

Immerse yourself in musical imagery that paints vivid pictures of literature and life. First up, the journey of errant knight Don Quixote and his sidekick is depicted through solo instruments in Strauss’s tone poem of the same name. Debussy brings an undulating seascape to life with atmospheric melodies in his famous La mer. Between these two works, a Reena Esmail piece uses a unique oboe duet to capture the uncertainty felt when musicians returned to the concert hall in 2021. 

Colburn Orchestra: Debussy’s La mer

Ambassador Auditorium

Yeol Eum Son Plays Dvořák

Naples Philharmonic

Baltimore Choral Arts opens the 2024-25 season by connecting to our past in our first subscription concert, Sacred Heritage, pairing a unique selection of Benjamin Britten’s choral works with the iconic and retrospective Duruflé Requiem. We will be joined by the students of our CoroLAB program for a performance of See Me by Reena Esmail.

Sacred Heritage

Cathedral of Mary Our Queen

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Shakespeare with the Quad City Symphony Orchestra's (QCSO) Masterworks II: Midsummer Night's Dream. This captivating concert, scheduled for November 3 at 2:00 pm CST, promises an afternoon of musical magic at the Centennial Hall in Rock Island, Illinois. Under the baton of Mark Russell Smith, the orchestra will perform a selection of works inspired by Shakespeare's plays, including David Diamond's Music for Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, Reena Esmail's Testament from Vishwas and REMember, and Felix Mendelssohn's Excerpts from A Midsummer Night’s Dream, op.21 & 61.

The performance will feature a rich array of talent, including narrators Shelley Cooper and Doug Kutzli, sopranos and altos from the Augustana Choir and Choral Artists directed by Jon Hurty, and a special appearance by Ballet Quad Cities with choreography by Courtney Lyon. This event is not only a concert but a celebration of the fusion between Western and Indian classical music traditions, highlighted by the works of Reena Esmail.

Tickets for this mesmerizing experience are available as part of a Subscription Only, with single tickets going on sale on May 15, 2024, at 9:00 am. Subscribers can save 10-25% with a Pick-3 or Full Masterworks Subscription, making it the perfect opportunity to ensure your seat at this must-see event.

Enhance your concert experience by joining QCSO Music Director Mark Russell Smith for "Inside the Music" on the Thursday evening preceding the concert for a deep dive into the Masterworks programs, or attend the pre-concert "Concert Conversations" to learn more about the pieces you'll hear performed. After the concert, don't miss the "Afterglow" event at the Hotel Blackhawk, where you can mingle with Maestro Smith, guest artists, and members of the QCSO.

Don't miss this opportunity to explore the magic of Shakespeare through music with the QCSO's Masterworks II: Midsummer Night's Dream. Mark your calendars and subscribe today for an unforgettable musical journey.

Masterworks II: Midsummer Night’s Dream

Adler Theatre

Centennial Hall Auditorium

This recital is given in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Bachelor of Music. Anika Veda is a student of Marianne Gedigian. 

Anika Veda, Flute

Alice Pratt Brown Hall

Inspired by two iconic American women, Pulitzer-prize winning composer Kevin Puts has created a multimedia experience that demands to be seen and heard live. Renée Fleming makes her triumphant return to Toledo, singing from the letters of Georgia O’Keeffe. Joined by baritone Rod Gilfry, who portrays Ms. O’Keeffe’s longtime correspondent and partner Alfred Stieglitz, this orchestral song cycle traces their relationship in a piece that explores the intersection between visual art, letters, the orchestra, and the human voice.  

The Brightness of Light with Renée Fleming

Toledo Museum of Art

Showcasing the excellence of female brass players and musicians from marginalized groups, Seraph Brass celebrates its tenth anniversary in Miami. Winners of the American Prize in Chamber Music, the group has been praised for their “beautiful sounds" (American Record Guide), "fine playing” (Gramophone), and “staggeringly high caliber of performance” (Textura). 

Seraph Brass performs a diverse body of repertoire, ranging from original transcriptions to newly commissioned works and core classics. The program features works by women (Rene Orth, Reena Esmail, Catherine McMichael), American (Anthony DiLorenzo, Kevin Day, Jeff Scott, Kevin McKee), and European (Edvard Grieg, Giuseppe Verdi, Liszt, Franz Dinicu) composers.

University of Miami

Join us for an enchanting evening with the Spartanburg Philharmonic as we present "Symphonie Fantastique" on Saturday, September 14, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Twichell Auditorium, located at 580 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC, 29302. This remarkable concert marks the beginning of our 96th Season, promising an unforgettable journey through musical fantasy.

The night features the extraordinary talents of pianist Terrence Wilson, who will lead us through a program that bridges contemporary compositions with classical masterpieces. The evening will open with a contemporary piece by Reena Esmail, followed by Rachmaninoff's stirring "Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini." The grand finale will be Hector Berlioz's mesmerizing "Symphonie Fantastique," a piece that promises to captivate and inspire.

Under the baton of conductor John Young Shik Concklin, the program includes:
- Reena Esmail, "REMember" (7')
- Rachmaninoff, "Rhapsody on a Theme by Paganini" (22')
- Hector Berlioz, "Symphonie Fantastique" (49')

This concert is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a world where contemporary meets fantasy, showcasing the brilliance of Terrence Wilson alongside the Spartanburg Philharmonic's exceptional musicianship.

Single tickets will be on sale this summer, with an option to subscribe to the full season and save 10% off single ticket prices and service fees. Don't miss this chance to be part of a magical night that sets the tone for an exciting season ahead.

Symphonie Fantastique

Converse University

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Lake Champlain Chamber Music Festival with "Concert II: Stories from Asia" on Thursday, August 22, 2024. This unique concert will take you on a musical journey through Asia, showcasing the rich and diverse folk music traditions from China, Tibet, Japan, India, and Korea. Experience the beauty of these cultures through a selection of works by composers who have been inspired by their own musical heritage.

The concert will feature the thrilling "Blaze" by Indian-American composer Reena Esmail, which includes the traditional Indian tabla, an instrument renowned for its complexity and expressive power. Additionally, the program includes Nian Liu's "Suite for Viola Solo," Keiko Abe's "Variations on Japanese Children's Songs 1982," traditional Korean folk songs, and Sandeep Das's "Rhythms of India," all performed by an exceptional lineup of artists. 

Artists for the evening include David Serkin Ludwig as the resident composer, Jennifer Frautschi on violin, Wenting Kang on viola, Ji Hye Jung on percussion, and Sandeep Das on tabla. Each artist brings their own unique interpretation and deep understanding of the music, promising an unforgettable experience.

Tickets are available for general admission at $45, with special pricing for those under 30 at $20, and students at $5. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the stories and sounds of Asia through this remarkable concert. Buy your festival pass or single tickets today and immerse yourself in the transformative power of music.

Concert II: Stories from Asia

All Souls Interfaith Gathering

Our fan-favorite evening of music and wine pairings returns! This year features the return of Soprano, Melissa Wimbish, and the introduction of acclaimed percussionist and faculty at the Peabody Conservatory, Jeff Stern. Exciting works by composers from around the world are paired with incredible wines from our friends at Annapolis’ own Bin 201. Must be 21 or older to partake in wine tastings.

Fine Wine and Finer Music

Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis

Tippet Rise is delighted to welcome back Grammy-winning cellist Arlen Hlusko for the inaugural performance at the Geode, a new open-air performance space set in a panorama of seven surrounding mountain ranges.

Arlen Hlusko, cello

Conrad Tao delves into Rachmaninoff’s Californian years, highlighting his relationship with the American songbook, before an exploration of composers past and present who have shaped California’s unique cultural tapestry. This journey through California’s rich artistic legacy showcases the diverse influences and inspirations found within its vibrant landscape, from its pioneering composers to the myriad of stories that have been woven under its expansive skies.

California Dreamin'

Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center

This concert unfolds as a heartfelt tribute through the intimate language of chamber music, featuring Bach’s reflective early cantata, selections by VOCES8 spanning several centuries, and Beethoven’s “Archduke” Trio, a musical note of gratitude to his most devoted patron. This concert embodies a journey of thankfulness, from Baroque introspection to Classical exuberance, celebrating the enduring human spirit of appreciation and connection.

Gratitude

New Zealand-born violinist Geneva Lewis has forged a reputation as a musician of consummate artistry. Named a BBC New Generation Artist (2022–24), Ms. Lewis is also the recipient of a 2022 Borletti-Buitoni Trust Award, and a 2021 Avery Fisher Career Grant. She was Grand Prize winner of the 2020 Concert Artists Guild Competition, winner of the Kronberg Academy’s Prince of Hesse Prize (2021), Musical America’s New Artist of the Month (June 2021), a Performance Today Young Artist in Residence, and a YCAT Concordia Artist.

Solo Recitals at the Strand: Geneva Lewis, violin

Strand Theatre, Rockland

Eastern Chamber Players 3

Guilford College

Experience the grandeur of the cosmos through music with "Holst's The Planets Conducted by Alsop" at the Bravo Vail Music Festival. This awe-inspiring performance by The Philadelphia Orchestra, under the baton of the renowned Marin Alsop, takes place on Saturday, July 6, 2024, at 6pm at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater in Vail, Colorado.

The evening promises an unforgettable journey through our solar system as depicted in Gustav Holst's legendary suite, The Planets. Each movement of this masterpiece represents a different planet, offering listeners a rich, auditory exploration of space, excluding Earth and Pluto. The program also features Aaron Copland's American masterpiece, Appalachian Spring Suite, adding a touch of terrestrial beauty to the celestial theme.

Marin Alsop, a conductor celebrated for her compelling interpretations and innovative programming, leads the performance. The concert also highlights the talents of The Evans Choir, directed by Catherine Sailer, and includes pieces such as REENA ESMAIL's REMember and Copland's Appalachian Spring, culminating in Holst's The Planets.

Enhance your experience with a pre-concert talk at 5:15 PM by Marc Shulgold, a former music critic for the Rocky Mountain News, who will offer insights into the evening's program.

Don't miss this stellar musical exploration that connects the wonders of the universe with the spirit of American landscapes. Secure your tickets now for a night under the stars with The Philadelphia Orchestra at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater.

Holst's The Planets Conducted By Alsop

Vail Recreation District Sports Department - Ford Park

Explore the solar system with The Philadelphia Orchestra in Holst’s legendary and popular work The Planets in a program that also includes Copland’s American masterpiece Appalachian Spring Suite, led by Alsop. 

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