Conductor

An evening featuring hits made famous by the reigning divas of Soul and R&B: Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Amy Winehouse, Alicia Keys, and Adele. Features three female singers performing popular hits made famous by these powerful and soulful songstresses.

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Queens of Soul

Warren Atherton Auditorium

Kings of Soul showcases the music of legendary artists Marvin Gaye, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Barry White, Smokey Robinson, and more in an evening of soulful rhythms. Honoring the “kings” of classic soul, featured hits include “Shop Around,” “Get Ready,” “Try a Little Tenderness,” “Stand By Me,” and “Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher.”

Kings Of Soul

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Immerse yourself in the soulful sounds of the past with the Long Beach Symphony's "Kings of Soul" concert, a one-night-only event that promises to transport audiences back in time to the golden era of soul music. Scheduled for November 2, 2024, at 7:30 PM, this concert will take place at the iconic Long Beach Arena, located at 300 E. Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, CA 90802.

Under the baton of the talented Herb Smith, the evening will feature the powerful vocals of Michael Lynche, Chester Gregory, and Darren Lorenzo, paying tribute to the legendary artists who shaped the soul music genre. Audiences can expect to hear timeless hits from Marvin Gaye, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Otis Redding, The Temptations, Al Green, Barry White, Smokey Robinson, and Curtis Mayfield, including classics like "Soul Man," "Shop Around," "Get Ready," "Try a Little Tenderness," "Stand By Me," "Move On Up," and "Your Love Keeps Lifting Me Higher."

Doors will open at 6:00 PM, inviting concert-goers to engage in indoor picnicking before the show begins. Attendees are encouraged to bring their picnic baskets filled with food, sweets, and libations, and are even welcome to bring costumes and table decorations to enhance the festive atmosphere. For those who prefer, pre-approved catering options are also available for pre-order.

This event is not just a concert; it's an experience. Whether you're a long-time soul music aficionado or new to the genre, "Kings of Soul" offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the music that has touched hearts and moved feet for decades. Tickets are available through the Symphony box office at 562-436-3203 ext. 1, with the option to purchase through Ticketmaster for those seeking convenience. Additional fees may apply for Ticketmaster purchases.

Don't miss this unforgettable night of music and memories. Whether renewing your subscription or purchasing a new one, the "Kings of Soul" concert is the perfect addition to your cultural calendar. Join us at the Long Beach Arena for an evening that promises to lift your spirits and keep your love for music soaring higher.

Kings of Soul

Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center

Join us for a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s with the "Decades: Back to the 80’s HSO" event, set to take place on Saturday, August 10, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM at the iconic Waikiki Shell. This electrifying evening promises to bring the decade's number one hits to life, featuring timeless classics like "The Power of Love," "Time After Time," "Material Girl," "Another One Bites The Dust," "Footloose," "Addicted to Love," and many more.

Prepare to be transported back in time with all-new arrangements by Grammy-winner Jeff Tyzik, and performances by three incredible vocalists. The night will celebrate the music of 80’s icons such as Madonna, Debbie Gibson, Huey Lewis & The News, Phil Collins, Queen, Joe Cocker, among others, ensuring an unforgettable experience for fans of the era.

Under the baton of conductor Herb Smith, the program, which will be announced from the stage, promises to be a spectacular homage to the vibrant and diverse music scene of the 1980s.

Tickets are available for purchase at the Blaisdell Box Office through Ticketmaster. For more information, please call the Blaisdell Box Office at 808 768-5252, or visit the box office located at 777 Ward Avenue.

Don't miss this opportunity to relive the magic of the 80s with "Decades: Back to the 80’s HSO" – a night that promises to be a highlight of the Starlight Festival.

Decades: Back to the 80’s

Kapiʻolani Regional Park

The pop, soul, and R&B sounds of Motown meet famous hits from the Philly Sound as your North Carolina Symphony and guest vocalists perform classic songs including “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “Love Train,” “What’s Going On,” “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” and more.

Let’s Groove Tonight: Motown Meets the Philly Sound - NC Symphony

Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts

Grab your sweetheart and join RPO’s own Herb Smith for his Pops Series conducting debut! Two of Broadway’s best, Chester Gregory (The Jackie Wilson Story, Motown: The Musical) and Shayna Steele (Rent, Hairspray) perform some of the greatest classic love songs for the ages, including Could It Be I’m Falling in Love, What’s Love Got To Do with It, Let’s Get It On, When I Fall in Love, and The Best!

Endless Love: R&B Love Songs and Duets

Eastman Theatre

Grab your sweetheart and join our superstar vocalists Chester Gregory & Shayna Steele for a romantic evening of classic love songs for the ages! Featuring some of the greatest solos and duets of all time, Endless Love includes classics like Could It Be I’m Falling in Love, What’s Love Got To Do with It, Let’s Get It On, (Your Love Keeps Lifting Me) Higher & Higher, Stand By Me, At Last, When I Fall in Love, Unforgettable & The Best!

Endless Love – A Valentine’s Concert!

Long Beach Convention Center

Disco Divas celebrates the reigning Queens of Disco: Donna Summer, Gloria Gayner, Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan & the one and only Diana Ross along with classic Disco hits from Earth, Wind & Fire, The Bee Gees, Michael Jackson and more. Sing along to your favorite hits like “Bad Girls,” “I’m Coming Out,” “Lady Marmalade,” “Ain’t No Stopping Us Now,” “We Are Family,” “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” “I Will Survive” & “She Works Hard For the Money.”

Conductor

Herb Smith

Events

Upcoming events

6 - 7 Feb, 2026

Endless Love: R&B Love Songs and Duets · Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

Feb 14, 2026

Endless Love – A Valentine’s Concert! · Long Beach Symphony

20 - 22 Feb, 2026

Disco Divas · Phoenix Symphony

14 - 15 Mar, 2026

Symphonic Sci-Fi · Arkansas Symphony Orchestra

Past events

Feb 16, 2025

Queens of Soul · Stockton Symphony

24 - 25 Jan, 2025

Kings Of Soul · Sarasota Orchestra

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