The music of America is dazzling and full of timbres! With locomotive driver Juri, we'll embark on a journey across the continent. We'll begin on the legendary steam locomotive Pacific 231. In the Wild West, we'll see the Grand Canyon and stop off at a cowboy's house for a boisterous feast. Then we'll head south toward Mexico and even Brazil – a journey full of adventure with fascinating instruments and stunningly beautiful music!

Music Express

Germering Town Hall

Guest conductor Donald Lee III leads a tribute to an iconic musical genre.

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Gershwin All That Jazz

University of Nevada

Les Preludes – Liszt; Danzon #2 – Marquez; Romeo and Juliet – Tchaikovsky; We will also be featuring the winners of our annual young artist concerto competition.

Stars of Tomorrow Concert

Philharmonic Society of Belleville

3rd Academic Concert

Gewandhaus

Join us for an unforgettable evening of musical exploration with the Long Beach Symphony's "Bluegrass & Beethoven" concert on February 1, 2025, at the Long Beach Terrace Theater. This innovative program promises to take you on a journey through the rhythmic landscapes of habaneras, bluegrass dances, and classical symphonies, showcasing the transformative power of music that bridges diverse traditions into a harmonious celebration.

The evening kicks off at 7:30 PM, with doors opening at 6:00 PM and a special Pre-Concert Talk at 6:30 PM, offering deeper insights into the night's programming. Held at the prestigious Long Beach Terrace Theater, located at 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802, this event is a must-attend for music lovers seeking an experience that combines the best of classical music with the spirited joy of bluegrass.

The concert features a carefully curated selection of pieces, starting with Arturo Marquez's Danzon No. 2, a vibrant composition that blends Contradance and Cuban habanera, followed by Michael Torke's Sky, a concerto designed for the extraordinary talents of violinist Tessa Lark, which pays homage to Kentucky's fiddling tradition. The program culminates with Beethoven's Symphony No. 1, presenting the composer's work in a light that reveals his capacity for joy and exuberance.

Under the baton of Music Director Eckart Preu, and featuring the remarkable Tessa Lark on violin, this concert is an exploration of musical and cultural terrain, from the lively dances of Mexico to the bluegrass fields of Kentucky, all leading to the classical grandeur of Beethoven.

Tickets are available for purchase through the Symphony box office at 562-436-3203 ext. 1, with options to renew your Classical Subscription or become a new subscriber. Additional ticketing information and fees may apply through TICKETMASTER.

Don't miss this unique blend of bluegrass and Beethoven, an evening that promises not only a concert but an immersive cultural experience.

Bluegrass & Beethoven

Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center

A programme of new music for flute, clarinet, oboe, horn and bassoon from Music in the Round’s Bridge Ensemble.

Sounds of Now: Bridge Ensemble

Portsmouth Guildhall

Music From Latin America- Family Concert

Highline Performing Art Center

Join us for an enchanting evening with the CityMusic Cleveland Chamber Orchestra as we present "Symphony of Secrets" on Sunday, February 11, 2024, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at St. Sebastian Parish, located at 476 Mull Avenue, Akron, OH, 44320, United States.

This captivating concert will feature a diverse program that spans the classical music spectrum, including:

- Ludwig Van Beethoven's stirring "King Stephen Overture"
- Florence Price's vibrant "Suite of Dances"
- Domenico Cimarosa's delightful "Concerto for Two Flutes in G Major"
- Astor Piazzolla's passionate "Libertango"
- Felix Mendelssohn's intricate "String Symphony No. 10 in B Minor"
- Arturo Marquez's lively "Danzón No. 2 Chamber Version"

Under the baton of conductor Brendan Slocumb, the performance will also spotlight the exceptional talents of flutists Kimberly Zaleski and Laura Gilbert.

The venue, St. Sebastian Parish, offers a serene and beautiful setting for this musical journey. Parking is conveniently available in the lot off Mull Ave as well as on Mull Ave itself.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience the power and beauty of live classical music. Mark your calendars and join us for a memorable afternoon at "Symphony of Secrets."

Symphony of Secrets

St. Sebastian Catholic Church

Musicians from Chineke! return to the Pittville Pump Room. Journeying across broad musical terrain, they take you from Ligeti’s lively and irreverent bagatelles and Ravel’s expansive harmonies to the American soundworlds of William Grant Still and Valerie Coleman.

Cheltenham Festival: Chineke! Wind Quintet

The Chineke! Wind Quintet comprises players of the Chineke! Orchestra and the ensemble is delighted to bring a varied programme of wind repertoire to the Shaldon Festival. Highlights include the music of African-American composers William Grant Still (Summerland, 1935) and Valerie Coleman (Red Clay & Mississippi Delta, 2016). Both works speak to the Black experience in the American South, and are presented alongside music from Gyorgy Ligeti, Paul Hindemith, Maurice Ravel.

Shaldon Festival: Chineke! Wind Quintet

The Florida Orchestra is bringing back its popular Masterworks Soundwaves concerts with a series of intimate performances throughout Tampa Bay, and Tampa Theatre is proud to be hosting TFO Chamber Concert: Copland’s Appalachian Spring & More on Saturday, March 9 at 8:00pm.

Arturo Marquez

Events

Upcoming events

Jun 7, 2026

Burning Bright · Connecticut Symphony Orchestra

Past events

8 - 9 May, 2026

Music Express · Münchner Rundfunkorchester

2 - 3 May, 2026

Gershwin All That Jazz · Reno Chamber Orchestra

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