This concert will also feature the winner of the 2025/2026 Young Artists Concerto Competition, to be announced.

DSO February 2026 Concert

First Baptist Church of Decatur

With expressive style, meticulous preparation and a gift for connecting with ensembles, conductor Akiko Fujimoto is known for evoking dynamic performances wherever she conducts, inspiring praise for her “powerhouse performance” from the San Francisco Chronicle. Fujimoto is currently Music Director of the Mid-Texas Symphony, serving the fast-growing region of Seguin and New Braunfels. She has previously held titled conducting positions with three major American orchestras – Minnesota Orchestra, San Antonio Symphony, and Virginia Symphony – and made conducting appearances with numerous other U.S. orchestras including the San Francisco Symphony, National Symphony, Houston Symphony, North Carolina Symphony, Charlotte Symphony, Hawai’i Symphony and the Florida Orchestra.

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Across the Silk Road: Scheherazade

Walton Arts Center

A good cliffhanger is the most important thing: Only those who are almost bursting with suspense at the end of a story stay hooked and want to know what happens next as quickly as possible. Directors of soaps and series use this trick, which they may have copied from Scheherazade: A Persian king has married her for one day and one night, after which she is to die. With imagination and cleverly placed cliffhangers, Scheherazade tells the king 1001 Nights of sailors, princesses, murders, miracles and, of course, true love.

1001 Nights

Cologne Philharmonie

British baritone Rodney Earl Clarke captured every heart when he starred in the Halle’s Christmas Concert a couple of years ago. We couldn’t wait to bring him back, so here he is with a sack full of treats for the festive period, including operatic and Hollywood favourites, as well as some chestnut-roasting seasonal classics. Our master of ceremonies is genial conductor Stephen Bell, who’ll be taking us through a roll call of Christmas hits from Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov and heartwarming movie music from Home Alone to Frozen. And as it’s Christmas you can enjoy some good old-fashioned audience participation singing along with White Christmas and trying to keep up with the reindeer in Leroy Anderson’s Sleigh Ride.

The Hallé Christmas Concert

Royal Concert Hall Nottingham

Immerse yourself in the fiery rhythms, vibrant colours, and intoxicating melodies of Spanish Impressions — a concert bursting with Iberian flair. From Chabrier’s exuberant España, alive with dance and drama, to Albéniz’s Suite Española No. 1, evoking the soul of Spanish cities through rich and poetic soundscapes, this program pulses with passion.

Bizet’s Carmen Suite brings operatic fire and unforgettable tunes, while Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio espagnol dazzles with its virtuosity and orchestral brilliance. Let the heat, heart, and spirit of Spain sweep you away in this unforgettable musical celebration.

Romantic Spain

Eglinton St. George's United Church

When the nights are at their longest, frosty wind and snow storms sweep the land, it is the time of the Koliada – of the pagan winter solstice feast and the Christian-orthodox Christmas celebration in equal measure. In these magical “twelve days of Christmas” the barrier between the human world and the realm of dark beings becomes especially thin. Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov’s “true” Christmas song, Die Nacht vor Weihnachten, based on the eponymous story by Nikolai Gogol, also plays out in this very same period.

Die Nacht vor Weihnachten

Max-Joseph-Platz

Marie-Sophie Janke won the Zukunftsstimmen competition , hosted by Elīna Garanča, who has served as her coach ever since. The mezzo-soprano has been a member of the ensemble at the Badisches Staatstheater Karlsruhe since 2025.

Beyond Talent

Musikverein Wien

Enjoy four magnificent works of music by three composers from near the turn of the 20th century, yet each one unique in their own right: the French Lili Boulanger and Camille Saint-Saëns and the Russian Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Zuill Bailey, one of the top cellists in the world, will join the CSO as guest soloist. Also featured will be Yuriy Bekker, who in addition to other roles, has been Concertmaster of the CSO since 2007.

Scheherazade

Gaillard Center

For the Lied Concert series, pianist Magnus Svensson invites an exclusive group of artists from the world’s opera and concert stages, offering audiences the opportunity to experience their vocal artistry in the intimate setting of the Grünewald Hall. In this concert, we hear British tenor Robin Tritschler, admired for his radiant, clear voice and his ability to illuminate the meaning of the texts he performs.

Lied Concert with Robin Tritschler

Stockholm Concert Hall

Rimsky-Korsakov acknowledged his debt to Liszt for his concerto’s lyricism and virtuosity, but gave it a marked Russian flavour by using a Russian folk song as its main theme.

Evgeny Kissin: One Concert, Three Concertos

Southbank Centre

Acclaimed by The New York Times as “one of the finest conductors of her generation,” multiple Grammy Award-winning conductor JoAnn Falletta serves as Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, Music Director Laureate of the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Principal Guest Conductor of the Brevard Music Center, and Artistic Adviser of the Hawaii Symphony Orchestra. Upon her appointment as Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic, Falletta became the first woman to lead a major American ensemble. She was recently named one of the Fifty Great Conductors, past and present, by Gramophone magazine, and has been hailed for having “Toscanini’s tight control over ensemble, Walter’s affectionate balancing of inner voices, Stokowski’s gutsy showmanship, and a controlled frenzy worthy of Bernstein” by The Washington Post.

Royal Conservatory Orchestra with conductor JoAnn Falletta

The Royal Conservatory of Music

A string quintet with two cellos? Schubert! A string octet? Mendelssohn! A piano quintet with four winds? Beethoven or Mozart? Yet there is no standard this time: The chamber music season opens with three works of Russian Romanticism, and they show us that Russia is culturally a part of Europe in spite of the current regime's imperialism.

Ever­y­thing But Stan­dard

Nuremberg State Theater

The Royal Life Guard Band

Konservatoriets Koncertsal

Concert "ST. PETERSBURG"

Schloss Moritzburg

Take a trip back to the Roaring 20s with music inspired by the style of Art Deco at our A Little Afternoon Musik series. Featuring pianist Terrence Wilson with a string quartet led by Principal Cellist Samantha Powell.

The Roaring Twenties

Cincinnati Union Terminal

Celebrated for “her energetic, athletic conducting style, favoring big gestures to accentuate a commanding visual presence on the podium” (The Aspen Times), Gemma New leads the Los Angeles Philharmonic through Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Fourth Symphony which grapples with fate.

Tchaikovsky’s Fourth

Hollywood Bowl

Extraordinary alumni and faculty from the world-renowned Curtis Institute of Music perform audience favorites – from beloved melodies from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess and Benjamin Britten’s Cabaret Songs to pieces by Brahms, Liszt, and Schumann. Don’t miss these thrilling performances by current and future leading artists – mezzo-soprano Katie Trigg, violinist Elissa Lee Koljonen, pianist Hanchien Lee, and Curtis President and violist Roberto Díaz.

Music of Gershwin, Britten, and more

Beebe Woods

Extraordinary alumni and faculty from the world-renowned Curtis Institute of Music perform audience favorites – from beloved melodies from Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess and Benjamin Britten’s Cabaret Songs to pieces by Brahms and de Falla. Don’t miss these thrilling performances by current and future leading artists – mezzo-soprano Katie Trigg, violinist Elissa Lee Koljonen, pianist Hanchien Lee, and Curtis President and violist Roberto Díaz.

First Presbyterian Church of East Hampton

Composed of dozens of the world’s finest high school musicians, the Interlochen Philharmonic is one of Interlochen Arts Camp’s two exceptional high school orchestras. Join the Philharmonic for a selection of classical favorites and recent compositions

Chelsea Tipton conducts selections from Manuel de Falla's 3 Cornered Hat

Interlochen Center for the Arts

The Legend of the Invisible City of Kitezh and the Maiden Fevroniya

Mariinsky II

What does artificial intelligence (AI) sound like? Can you hear and feel when music has been composed by computer software rather than a human? And if so: are the differences more easily recognized through analysis or through emotional immersion, and how exactly do you determine them? This concert is an experimental setup. It puts extremes side by side.

Franz Ensemble

Schloss Schwetzingen

Welcome the SSO Chorale’s new music director, Kevin Wilson, uniting with the Springfield Symphony Orchestra to perform the sacred music of John Rutter‘s Gloria and the inspired collection of expression and backbone of Igor Stravinsky Symphony of Psalms.

SSO Chorale

Clark State Performing Arts Center

2025 Season Finale

Saratoga High School

CYSO’s Concert Orchestra and Philharmonic Orchestra present their final concert of the season.

Concert Orchestra & Philharmonic Orchestra Spring Concert

Northwestern University

Join us for a special evening featuring Mannes graduating conductors, Will Cabison and Hae Lee.

Mannes Orchestra Spring 2025 Conductor's Recital

Carnegie Hall

2025 April Concert

Downey Theatre

Guest Concert

Festhalle Wörth

CSYO-CSO Side by Side

Cincinnati Music Hall

### Event Description: Sir James MacMillan with the Minnesota Orchestra

**Event Title:** Sir James MacMillan with the Minnesota Orchestra

**Dates:** Friday, March 28, 2025, and Saturday, March 29, 2025

**Venue:** Orchestra Hall, 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403

**Duration:** 2 hours, including intermission

**Event Overview:**
Join the Minnesota Orchestra for an extraordinary evening under the baton of the renowned composer-conductor Sir James MacMillan. Making his conducting debut with the Minnesota Orchestra, MacMillan will present a program deeply rooted in his religious faith, featuring two of his powerful compositions. The concert will also include one of Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's most celebrated works, the Russian Easter Overture, which captures the exuberant spirit of Easter Sunday.

**Program:**
- **WAGNER:** Good Friday Spell from Parsifal
- **MacMILLAN:** Kiss on Wood for Cello and String Orchestra
- **RIMSKY-KORSAKOV:** Russian Easter Overture
- **RACHMANINOFF:** Isle of the Dead
- **MacMILLAN:** Woman of the Apocalypse

**Artists:**
- **Sir James MacMillan:** Conductor
- **Sonia Mantell:** Cello

**Ticket Information:**
Tickets for this concert are available now as part of a package. Save up to 15% and enjoy subscriber perks when you purchase tickets for three or more concerts. Individual tickets will go on sale on July 29.

**Additional Information:**
- **Pre-concert activities:** Enhance your concert experience with various pre-concert activities.
- **Valet Parking:** Available for your convenience.
- **Pre-order Beverages:** Skip the lines by pre-ordering your drinks.
- **Directions & Parking:** Orchestra Hall is easily accessible, with parking available at the city-owned and skyway-connected 11th and Marquette Ramp.
- **Accessibility Services:** Orchestra Hall offers a range of accessibility services, including armless and bariatric chairs, assistive listening devices, large-print programs, noise-canceling headphones, service animal accommodations, and wheelchair-accessible seating.

**Presented by:** The 2024-2025 Classical Season is presented by Ameriprise Financial.

**Plan Your Visit:**
For more information on planning your visit, including helpful tips and directions, please visit the Minnesota Orchestra's website or download the MinnOrch App for exclusive deals and easy access to concert details.

Prepare for an engaging and memorable performance with Sir James MacMillan and the Minnesota Orchestra. Secure your tickets now and be part of this exceptional musical journey.

Sir James MacMillan with the Minnesota Orchestra

Minnesota Orchestra

Join the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra for a mesmerizing evening as Music Director Laureate Robert Spano conducts Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade, part of the Delta Classical Series. This event will take place at the Atlanta Symphony Hall from March 27 to March 29, 2025, offering audiences a vivid journey through the tales of 1001 Arabian Nights. The program will also feature the young powerhouse Jae Hong Park, winner of the 2021 Busoni International Piano Competition, performing a delightful rarity by Scriabin and will open with Sibelius’ enigmatic Tapiola, inspired by the Scandinavian wilderness. Tickets are on sale now, promising an unforgettable experience of sumptuous music that brings legendary stories to life. Don't miss this opportunity to see the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and these featured artists in a performance that will captivate and enchant.

Spano Conducts Scheherazade

The Woodruff Arts Center

We invite you to join us for an eclectic and diverse program presented by the CYS Associate Orchestra, under the direction of Maestro Eylar, and the Wind Symphony, under the direction of Maestro Pete Nowlen. Wind Symphony Director Nowlen will feature works by Percy Fletcher, Sruthi Rajasekar, and Joe Hisaishi. Maestro Nowlen will lead off with the Vanity Fair Overture by English composer and organist Percy Fletcher (1879-1932). The composer described the work as “a comedy in which several characters from Thackeray’s novel Vanity Fair are portrayed.”

Wind Symphony and Associate Orchestra

Foothill College

Celebration! Retrospect

Lake Washington High School

Exceptional all-female vocal group Lorelei Ensemble joins the NSO to perform Her Story, Julia Wolfe’s large-scale theatrical work drawn from real letters written by trailblazing suffragettes. Marin Alsop opens the concert with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, an exotic journey of love, peril, and intrigue inspired by the famous folktale about a clever young queen who spins 1001 fantastical stories to outwit a murderous sultan.

Julia Wolfe’s Her Story with the Lorelei Ensemble | Marin Alsop conducts Scheherazade

Kennedy Center

Experience the profound musical journey of "Legacy: On the Shoulders of Giants," presented by the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus. Under the masterful direction of conductor Sameer Patel, this concert promises to be a celebration of musical heritage and innovation. The performance will take place at the renowned Mandeville Auditorium, a venue known for its exceptional acoustics and intimate atmosphere.

"Legacy: On the Shoulders of Giants" is a tribute to the timeless contributions of past musical legends, whose works have paved the way for contemporary compositions. The program will feature a carefully curated selection of pieces that highlight the enduring influence of these giants on modern music. Audiences can expect a rich tapestry of sound, blending classical masterpieces with contemporary interpretations, all performed with the passion and precision that the La Jolla Symphony & Chorus is known for.

This event is not just a concert but a reflection on the enduring power of music to connect generations and inspire future artists. The La Jolla Symphony & Chorus, with its commitment to artistic excellence and community engagement, invites you to immerse yourself in this unique musical experience.

Legacy: On the Shoulders of Giants

University of California San Diego

A wicked sultan, a beautiful princess, and a thousand and one nights of pleasure: Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherezade might sound like a box of Turkish Delight, but make no mistake, it’s one of classical music’s most sensuous treats.

Ravel & Rimsky-Korsakov

Brighton Dome

Come join the Wilmington Symphony Orchestra and create cherished memories with your child as you embark on this musical journey together. Immerse yourselves in the captivating world of classical music designed to spark curiosity and ignite a lifelong love for the arts.

The Magic Of Music

Cape Fear Community College

Spanish flavors meet Andalusian heat in this fascinating program. With a 35-year trajectory in the world of chamber music, Spanish Brass is one of the most dynamic and established groups on the international musical stage. Together with the Toledo Symphony, virtuosic versatility and Spanish flair brings to life the spirit of Spain through lively dances, bold colors, jazz rhythms and sultry harmonies. Intoxicating themes and stirring melodies transport listeners to the heart of Spain.  

Spanish Brass

Toledo Museum of Art

Despite some initial criticism that it was unplayable, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto lost little time in establishing itself as a concert favourite. One of the more demanding works for the violin virtuoso, it is more remarkable still for its unwavering melodic inspiration and passionate expression of human feeling. Tchaikovsky speaks to us from the heart, using the voice of the solo violin as his medium.

Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra

Bristol Beacon

PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATIONS: Get the real story behind the composers and their music, straight from the conductor and guest soloists. Starts one hour before each concert in the theater. Included free with each concert ticket.

TFO: Latin Flair

Ruth Eckerd Hall

For the Czech Philharmonic’s wind players, the Czech Philharmonic Winds concerts give them the opportunity to play slightly different repertoire than usual. Often such repertoire can be a challenge, and this will be the case once again this year. As per tradition, the ensemble will be led by French horn player Ondřej Vrabce in works that explore the inexhaustible possibilities of wind instruments.

Czech Chamber Music Society • Czech Philharmonic Winds

Rudolfinum

Pictures at an Exhibition, originally composed for piano, gained worldwide recognition through Maurice Ravel's brilliant orchestration, which transformed Modest Petrovich Mussorgsky's masterpiece. This festive pre-Christmas concert presents a fresh interpretation of this iconic work arranged for wind quintet.

Rimsky-Korsakov. Ravel. Mussorgsky

The Professed House, Prague

Our traditional and much-loved Christmas celebration for orchestra, choirs and audience including the Hallelujah Chorus, O Holy Night, O Come All Ye Faithful, music from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker, Once in Royal David’s City and In Dulci Jubilo and more. The Hallé Children’s Choir will once again steal the show, this year performing I Want a Hippopotamus For Christmas.

Hallé Carol Concerts

The Bridgewater Hall

Winter Concert 2024

Sussex Academy

Cape Henlopen High School

This year the MSO celebrates the holidays with “Christmas Around the World.” Baritone Ricardo Jose Rivera joins the orchestra on a global musical journey, featuring beloved carols and festive favorites from nearly a dozen countries. From the timeless melodies of Europe to the rhythmic beats of Latin America and beyond, this concert bridges cultures and traditions, uniting hearts in the warmth and goodwill of the season.

Christmas Around the World

Saenger Theatre

Holiday Concert 2024

MassBay Community College

Holiday Festival

Athenaeum Center for Thought & Culture

Themed “Sea & Symphony” this concert will take place at St Saviour’s Church, Brockenhurst, at 3pm on Saturday 9 November 2024.

Conducted by Simon Wilkins, the orchestra will be playing a selection of music inspired by the sea, as well as Charles Gounod’s impressive Symphony No.1:

Sea & Symphony

St Saviour's Church : Brockenhurst

We’re puttin’ on the ritz with a night of musical fireworks, including Rimsky-Korsakov’s triumphant Procession of the Nobles and Grieg’s Piano Concerto, which is always an audience favorite, performed by former TSO Young Artist Competition winner, Chaeyoung Park. We will also perform, for the first time in the Topeka Symphony’s history, Shostakovich’s Tenth Symphony, a deeply-moving musical portrait of life in Russia under Stalin, which has been hailed as a work encompassing both lofty principles and great artistry, and also a deep and poignant humanity.

Puttin' on the Ritz

Washburn University

Experience the captivating artistry of the New Jersey Symphony as they present an enchanting program under the baton of the esteemed conductor Xian Zhang. The evening opens with Gabriela Ortiz's "Kauyumari," a piece inspired by an ancient rite from Mexico, which begins with a delicate whisper and crescendos into a vibrant, joyous dance. Following this, the audience will be treated to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Piano Concerto No. 17, a work that showcases Mozart at his most radiant. Pianist Inon Barnatan brings this elegant composition to life with his profound musicianship, transforming each note into pure poetry.

The highlight of the evening is Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade," a symphonic suite that vividly brings to life the tales of the legendary storyteller. Through the voice of the solo violin, the heroine Scheherazade narrates a series of adventurous stories, beginning with the thrilling journey aboard Sinbad's storm-tossed ship. This performance promises to be a mesmerizing blend of narrative and musical brilliance, capturing the imagination and transporting the audience to a world of wonder and excitement.

Xian Conducts Scheherazade

New Jersey Performing Arts Center

Princeton University

Count Basie Center for the Arts

It’s one of the most beloved works of the Romantic era and Rimsky-Korsakov’s grandest symphonic masterpiece. And now, Symphony Nova Scotia performs the imaginative, colourful Scheherazade for the first time in almost a decade. Music Director Holly Mathieson conducts this awe-inspiring tour de force that the composer himself called “a kaleidoscope of fairy-tale images” to kick off our Spotlight Series. Plus, multi-award-winning, rising star Canadian pianist Tony Yike Yang – youngest-ever laureate in the history of the International Chopin Piano Competition and hailed as “one of Canada’s finest young musicians” (CBC) – joins us to perform Tchaikovksy’s captivating Piano Concerto No. 1, a piece that has been admired for over 150 years for its virtuosic piano writing, lush melodies, and beautiful orchestration.

Dalhousie University

America, Germany And Russia

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

DesertView Performing Arts Center

Immerse yourself in an evening of enchantment and musical storytelling with the Fort Collins Symphony's "Tales of Arabian Moons," featuring the mesmerizing compositions of Rimsky-Korsakov, Carl Nielsen, Lev Kolodub, and Hilary Tann. This captivating concert will take you on a journey through the magic and mysteries of Arabian nights, playful overtures, celebratory dances, and poetic tales.

**Event Details:**
- **Date and Time:** Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Join us early for a Pre-Concert Lecture at 6:30 PM to enhance your concert experience.
- **Location:** Lincoln Center, 417 W. Magnolia St., Fort Collins, CO 80521. Alternatively, enjoy the concert from the comfort of your home via livestream.
- **Tickets:** Available for purchase starting June 18, 2024, with prices ranging from $25 to $70 for adults and $12 for students/children. Livestream tickets are also available for $25.

**Concert Program:**
- **Maskarade Overture** by Carl Nielsen
- **Ukrainian Dance Suite** by Lev Kolodub
- **The Grey Tide and the Green** by Hilary Tann
- **Intermission:** 20 minutes
- **Scheherazade** by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

**Enhance Your Experience:**
- **Composer Talks with Dr. K. Dawn Grapes:** Get insights into the featured composers on Wednesday, October 2, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Old Town Library. Free admission.
- **Open Rehearsal:** Peek behind the curtain on Thursday, October 3, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at the Lincoln Center. Free admission.
- **Maestro’s Musings:** Join Maestro Wes Kenney for a pre-concert talk on Saturday, October 5, 2024, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Center. Included with your ticket.

For newcomers or those seeking additional information, including attire, parking, and concert etiquette, please refer to our Newcomers Guide. Don't miss this symphonic exploration of imagination and discovery, brought to life by the Fort Collins Symphony. Secure your tickets and join us for an unforgettable night of music and tales.

Tales of Arabian Moons – Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Scheherazade”

The Lincoln Center

Join the Santa Maria Philharmonic Orchestra and Maestro Michael Nowak for the 2024-25 season-opening concert featuring imaginative orchestral music. First, a work by the celebrated British composer Benjamin Britten inspired generations of classical music fans, The Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra. What begins as an educational showcase of the orchestra’s range develops into a masterfully explored fugue on a classic British theme. The concert closes with the orchestral suite Scheherazade, a dazzling musical telling of The Arabian Knights by the titan among Russian composers, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov.

First Season Concert -Tonal Tapestries

Grace Baptist Church

Enjoy food trucks, artisan crafts, and dancers on the plaza beforehand—then continue the party in the concert hall as you clap along to music from Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina, and more. Composer Arturo Márquez describes the trumpet as “the Mexican cry of joy and sorrow” and José Sibaja proves this as trumpet soloist in Marquez’ Concierto de Otoño (Autumn Concerto) on not one, not two, but four different instruments! This high-energy concert concludes with Rimsky-Korsakov’s vibrant Capriccio espagnol, which was directly influenced by folk melodies of Spain.

Celebración Sinfónica

Salt Palace Convention Center

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a program featuring the spirited sounds of Latin America and Spain, led by the vivacious conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez and featuring Costa Rican trumpet soloist José Sibaja!

Celebración Sinfónica at the Noorda

Utah Valley University

One of the United States’ most renowned conductors, Marin Alsop leads the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America as part of Carnegie Hall’s World Orchestra Week (WOW!). The esteemed ensemble begins the concert with Barber’s Symphony No. 1, which condenses the traditional symphonic structure into a single captivating movement. Pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet, a popular recitalist at Carnegie Hall, joins as soloist in Rhapsody in Blue as part of the iconic work’s centennial celebration. The performance concludes with Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade, a colorful concert staple based on One Thousand and One Nights.

National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America

Tower Music is one of the oldest traditions at the Carmel Bach Festival. It began in 1936 with the Heralding Trombones, led by two generations of the Stewart Family, Chandler and son Gordon, and the trombone quartet opened every Festival in the early days. The Stewart Family performed well into the 1960’s until the Festival Orchestra brass section was asked to carry on the tradition as it does today. They played from the balcony window of the old Sunset Auditorium which opened onto the parking lot – the window is still there, overlooking the foyer – and from the Carmel Mission bell tower, thus earning the nickname “Tower Music.

Tower Music: Fanfares & Processionals

Sunset Center

Join the Connecticut Symphony Orchestra for an enchanting afternoon of music with "Tales from Afar" on Sunday, June 9, 2024. Under the baton of esteemed conductor Toshiyuki Shimada, this captivating concert will take place from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM at the Greater Hartford Academy for the Performing Arts Theater, located at 15 Vernon Street, Hartford, CT 06106.

The program promises a journey through mesmerizing musical landscapes, featuring the world premiere of Ali Sadeqi's "Lullaby" and Leanne Darling's "Isma’a." The highlight of the afternoon will be Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's legendary "Scheherazade," with a violin solo by the talented Sayumi Takahashi Harb, the orchestra's concertmaster.

This event is a must-attend for music lovers seeking to experience the magic of storytelling through the universal language of music. Don't miss this opportunity to support live classical music and be part of a memorable performance that brings tales from afar right to your heart.

Tickets are available for purchase now. Secure your seat and be transported to a world of musical tales that promise to enchant and inspire.

Tales from Afar

Learning Corridor

Join us for a remarkable celebration of music and community at the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra Alumni Concert! This special event is set to take place on Saturday, June 8, 2024, at 3:00 pm in the prestigious Jackson Theater at Sonoma Country Day School. It's a unique opportunity for alumni, teachers, friends, and family of SRSYO members, both past and present, to come together and revel in the joy of music.

Under the baton of the talented Bobby Rogers, the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra will perform an exhilarating program that includes:

- John Williams arr. Riggio's "Olympic Fanfare and Theme"
- Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Scheherazade, II. The Kalendar Prince"
- A medley of classics in "A Salute to the Big Bands" arranged by E. Y. Harburg, Vernon Duke, et al., arr. Custer
- Gustav Holst's "The Planets, I. Mars, the Bringer of War"
- Antonin Dvorak arr. Isaac's "Slavonic Dance No. 8"
- John Williams' "Flying Theme from E.T."

This concert is not just a performance but a gathering, a reunion of sorts, celebrating the impact and memories created through the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra. Following the performance, we invite attendees to a reception, fostering connections old and new.

In the spirit of accessibility and community, tickets for this event are "Pay What You Can" and will be available at the door on the day of the concert. This initiative ensures that everyone who wishes to experience the magic of music has the opportunity to do so.

Alumni who wish to join in and play with the orchestra for this event are encouraged to sign up here: [https://forms.gle/LHzkqarfubdcKF967](https://forms.gle/LHzkqarfubdcKF967).

This concert is made possible through the generous support of Nancy Doyle, MD, in memory of her father, Edward S. Doyle, showcasing the profound impact and legacy of the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra within the community.

Don't miss this extraordinary event where music, memories, and community come together in perfect harmony. Mark your calendars for June 8, 2024, and be part of the Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra Alumni Concert.

Santa Rosa Symphony Youth Orchestra Alumni Concert

Jackson Theater, Sonoma Country Day School

Dive into a magical musical adventure with the London Symphony Orchestra at the enchanting "Family Concert: Magic and Music" event. This spellbinding concert is perfectly crafted for children aged 7 and their families, offering a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of music and the orchestra. Set against the backdrop of the iconic Barbican on Sunday, 2 June 2024, at 2:30 pm, this event promises an afternoon filled with enchantment and melodies that will captivate the hearts of all attendees.

The concert features an impressive lineup of magical music, including excerpts from Modest Mussorgsky's "Night on Bald Mountain" orchestrated by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Paul Dukas's "The Sorcerer’s Apprentice", and the whimsical "Let’s Make a Potion" and "There’s Magic In Us All" by Lucy Hollins. The program also highlights classics like Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's Overture: The Magic Flute K620, Igor Stravinsky's Firebird 1919, and John Williams's "Hedwig’s Theme", creating a spellbinding atmosphere that will transport you to a world of wonder.

Under the baton of conductor Lee Reynolds, with Lucy Hollins and Patrick King as co-presenters, the London Symphony Orchestra invites you to immerse yourself in the magic of music. The concert is set to conclude at approximately 3:45 pm, ensuring an afternoon filled with memorable moments.

Tickets are priced at £18, £14, and £12 for adults, with a special rate of £6 for under-18s. A booking fee of £4 applies per online or phone transaction. Special discounts are available for groups of 10, saving at least 20%, and Barbican Access Members can avail of free companion tickets.

Enhance your concert experience by participating in free pre-concert workshops. Arrive early to engage in craft and musical activities in the foyers, including singing workshops where you can learn the participation songs "Let’s Make a Potion" and "There’s Magic In Us All". These workshops provide a fun opportunity for families to learn more about music and the instruments of the orchestra.

For families with younger siblings under the age of 7, a free crèche is available, ensuring everyone can enjoy the magic of the concert. Places for the crèche must be booked in advance.

Please note that photography and filming will take place during the event and pre-concert activities. If you have any concerns or wish to be excluded from any photography, please contact the staff.

Join us for an unforgettable journey of magic and music with the London Symphony Orchestra at the Barbican. Book your tickets now and prepare to be mesmerized by the power of music and the enchantment it brings to our lives.

Family Concert: Magic and Music

Barbican Centre

**Event: El Sistema Liège: La Brigade Costumée**

**Date:** Saturday, 1st June 2024

**Times:** 11:00 AM and 2:30 PM

**Duration:** Approximately 65 minutes

**Location:** Liège, Salle Philharmonique

**Admission:** Free. Reservations can be made at the OPRL ticket office or by phone, starting from 15th May. A maximum of 2 places per person.

**Description:**

This year, children from six schools - Bonne Nouvelle, Bressoux-Piron, Fontainebleau, Saint-Benoît Saint-Servais, Grivegnée Centre La Haminde, and Grivegnée Péville - transform into little chefs to present their story "La Brigade Costumée." With the musicians of the OPRL and actor Philippe Bonhomme, music will blend with cuisine in a unique performance. Imagine if our conductor, Lars Corijn, also took on the role of head chef, and the audience became guests at a grand gala dinner. This event promises a symphony of musical and culinary harmony, where cooking and music become gastronomic arts. Our young singers will perform texts written specifically for them, telling a story conceived by the children and their teacher during classroom workshops, with the support of actor Philippe Bonhomme and musicians from ReMuA. This appetizing spectacle is sure to make you want to sing, or perhaps, to eat.

**Program:**

The performance will feature a delightful mix of compositions, including Rossini's "La pie voleuse" (Overture), Offenbach's "La Grande Duchesse de Gérolstein" (Et Pif, paf, pouf), and pieces from Mancini's "La Panthère Rose," Donizetti's "Don Pasquale," and more, arranged by Francesc Marco and J. Ehrler. The event will showcase the talents of Philippe Bonhomme (actor), musicians-intervenants from ReMuA Liège, and the children's choir and orchestra of El Sistema Liège, under the direction of Lars Corijn.

**Partnerships:**

This event is a co-production between ReMuA-OPRL and enjoys the partnership of the City of Liège, the Fédération Wallonie-Bruxelles, PECA, the National Lottery, the Baillet Latour Fund, and the Queen Paola Foundation.

**Booking Information:**

For reservations and more information, please contact the OPRL ticket office at Boulevard Piercot, 25 - 27, 4000 Liège, or by phone at +32 04 220 00 00. The ticket office is open Monday to Friday from 1 PM to 6 PM.

El Sistema Liège: The costume brigade

Philharmonic Hall of Liege

Join the Pacific Symphony in a remarkable musical journey as they perform side-by-side with the talented members of the Pacific Symphony Youth Orchestra. This extraordinary concert, under the guidance of Maestro Carl St.Clair, promises an evening of musical exploration through the realms of sublimity and abandon. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at the prestigious Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall, beginning at 7:00 pm.

This unique collaboration will feature a program that includes Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov's "Russian Easter Overture" and movements 4 & 5 of Hector Berlioz's "Symphonie Fantastique," promising an unforgettable experience without intermission. Admission to this special concert is free, although tickets are required and seating is on a general admission basis.

The Pacific Symphony extends its deepest appreciation to Hans and Valerie Imhof, S.L. and Betty Huang, Patrick Chen, and Elaine Sarkaria for their generous support, which is vital for the success and growth of the PSYE organization and the nurturing of young talent.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the synergy between the Pacific Symphony and its Youth Orchestra, showcasing the future of classical music under the baton of Carl St.Clair. Reserve your tickets now for an evening of exceptional music and support the development of young musicians in our community.

PSYO Side-by-Side with Pacific Symphony

Renée and Henry Segerstrom Concert Hall

Join us for an evening of exceptional trombone performances at the Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall, featuring the talented Neal Williamson. This Master of Music recital, scheduled for Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 8:30pm CDT, showcases Neal's mastery under the guidance of esteemed instructors Michael Mulcahy, Reed Capshaw, Randall Hawes, and R. Douglas Wright. Accompanied by fellow trombonists Alex Ertl, Noah Eder, James Chou, and Stewart Bridgeforth, with Yoko Yamada-Selvaggio on piano, the program promises a rich repertoire including works by Guy Ropartz, Antonín Dvořák, Jacob ter Veldhuis, Neal Williamson himself, and Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov.

This event, held in the acoustically superior and visually stunning Galvin Recital Hall at Northwestern University's Bienen School of Music, is free and open to the public. No tickets are required. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available, ensuring no one misses out on this musical celebration. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the artistry of Neal Williamson and his colleagues in a venue that boasts breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Neal Williamson, trombone

Mary B. Galvin Recital Hall

Experience the genius of Mozart through the hands of Maxim Emelyanychev in the 2023/2024 season at Berwaldhallen. The Sveriges Radios Symfoniorkester (Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra) is proud to present its principal guest conductor designate, Maxim Emelyanychev, in a special performance that promises to be a highlight of the musical year. Emelyanychev, not only a celebrated conductor but also a renowned soloist, will introduce himself to the Berwaldhallen audience by taking on the dual role of conductor and soloist in Mozart’s bright and jovial 23rd piano concerto. This performance is unique as Emelyanychev will lead from a hammer grand piano, an instrument typical of Mozart’s period, offering a historically informed and authentic sound.

The concert will take place on May 4, marking a significant event where Emelyanychev's expertise in early music and his interpretative finesse will be on full display. Following the intermission, the audience will be treated to Rimsky-Korsakov’s colorful fairy tale suite, Sheherazade, with Emelyanychev taking the podium to lead the orchestra in this evocative and dynamic composition.

In addition to the main program, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a bonus concert featuring Mozart’s own favorite composition, beginning shortly after the regular program concludes. This bonus performance promises to extend the evening’s enjoyment with more of Mozart’s exquisite music.

The concert will also be available for a wider audience, as it will be broadcasted on Berwaldhallen Play and on the Swedish Radio P2 on Friday, May 10 at 7:03 pm, allowing music lovers everywhere to partake in this exceptional musical experience.

Join us for a memorable evening at Berwaldhallen, where the timeless music of Mozart will be brought to life under the skilled hands of Maxim Emelyanychev. This event is a must-attend for classical music enthusiasts and those looking to experience the depth and beauty of Mozart’s compositions in a unique and historically informed performance.

Mozart In The Hands Of Maxim Emelyanychev

SR Berwaldhallen

Young composers have been hailed as "the next Mozart" for  generations, but how did composers interpret Mozart’s legacy? Join  Parlando as it explores Mozart’s impact on classical music, culminating  in Rimsky-Korsakov’s Mozart and Salieri, the precursor to the Oscar-winning film Amadeus. The program includes Reynaldo Hahn’s charming Mozart Overture and Alfred Schnittke’s witty tribute to the 18th century, Moz-Art à la Haydn, before concluding with Rimsky Korsakov’s one-act opera, Mozart and Salieri, featuring Joseph Parrish as Salieri and Daniel McGrew as Mozart.

The Other Mozart Effect

Kaufman Music Center

“Performers should not be afraid of playing good music” says Sean Shibe – the visionary, multi-award-winning Scottish guitarist who’s single-handedly redefining the way the 21st century thinks of his instrument. “And listeners should try not to be scared of listening to it”. No worries on that score, as Shibe pairs the world’s favourite guitar concerto with the first hearing (in this form, anyway) of a flickering, fantastical modern classic by the innovative Spanish composer Francisco Coll. The passion rises like heat-haze; no wonder, then, that guest conductor Delyana Lazarova has framed it with visions of wonder: Rimsky-Korsakov’s very Russian postcard from Spain, and the sorcery, secrets and ear-tingling sensations of a real BBC SSO favourite, Stravinsky’s ‘Firebird’.

Afternoon Performance: Rodrigo Guitar Concerto

Glasgow City Hall

Painting in tones – that has always been one of the specialties of French music. Claude Debussy's "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun" is probably the best-known example: the heat shimmers, the sun blazes, and erotic fantasies wander. But "Spring Morning" by Lili Boulanger, who died young, also conjures up colourful images before our inner eyes. It is hard to believe that such a light-flooded, life-loving piece was written when the highly talented composer was already struggling with death.

6th Symphony Concert

Haus der Kunst

Theater Nordhausen

The Pomona College Band, one of the oldest college bands in the country, was founded in 1909. It is the concert band for The Claremont Colleges and is funded by Pomona College. The band’s membership is drawn from students, faculty and staff of The Claremont Colleges, and members of the local community. Its goal is to prepare significant music in a collaborative atmosphere for performance at the highest level. They present two sets of concerts each academic year and have performed music by composers from Sousa to Bernstein and Ives to Rossini.

Pomona College Band

Pomona College

To conclude our concert season, the spring performance features not only two enchanting pieces of music but also a symphony for organ featuring Dordt's own Dr. Carrie Groenewold.

Guest Artist Dr. Carrie Groenewold

Dordt University

Experience the vibrant traditions of Easter through the lens of Slavic and American composers with the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony's concert, "A Slavic Easter." Scheduled for March 30, 2024, at 7:00 pm, this enchanting evening will take place in the Catherine Cassidy Gallagher Great Hall at the Gallagher-Bluedorn Performing Arts Center in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

"A Slavic Easter" promises an auditory journey that blends the rich, colorful sounds of Rimsky-Korsakov and Tchaikovsky with the spiritual soundscape of the American Midwest by John Luther Adams. The concert will feature Rimsky-Korsakov's "Russian Easter Overture," a piece that captures the essence of Russian Orthodox liturgical themes. John Luther Adams' "Become River," a contemplative composition from 2010, and Tchaikovsky's emotionally profound "Symphony no. 6" will complete the evening's program, offering a diverse and immersive musical experience.

This event is a unique opportunity to explore the themes of renewal and tradition through music that crosses geographical and cultural boundaries. Whether you are a long-time classical music enthusiast or looking for a distinctive cultural experience, "A Slavic Easter" is sure to provide an unforgettable evening.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact the Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony at 319.273.3373 or visit their website. Don't miss this chance to celebrate the spirit of Easter with an evening of exceptional music.

Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

Events

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13 - 14 Feb, 2026

Scheherazade & Marquez's Fandango · Modesto Symphony Orchestra

Mar 1, 2026

3. Chamber Music · Staatskapelle Halle

Mar 14, 2026

Santtu-Matias Rouvali conducts the Rotterdam Philharmonic · Antwerp Symphony Orchestra

Mar 15, 2026

The Last Romantics · Rochester Symphony Orchestra

Mar 21, 2026

Trio Soul and Voice · Opéra Orchestre National Montpellier

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Feb 3, 2026

DSO February 2026 Concert · DeKalb Symphony Orchestra

Jan 31, 2026

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