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Travel back to the heart of the 1960s and 70s California rock scene with a tribute to the legendary artists who defined a generation and continue to inspire countless artists today. This unforgettable concert brings to life the spirit of Laurel Canyon with the timeless music of groundbreaking artists like Buffalo Springfield, The Doors, Fleetwood Mac, The Mamas & The Papas, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Crosby, Stills & Nash, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, The Eagles, and James Taylor.

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Sounds of Laurel Canyon: 60s & 70s Rock Legends

Long Beach Convention Center

Join us for the unusual harmonies, ethereal high string lines and rich underscore by the Toledo Symphony with a first half featuring many of Pink Floyd's greatest hits. The second half celebrates the 50th anniversary of one of rock's most iconic albums with a full-album recreation of The Dark Side of the Moon. 

The Music of Pink Floyd

Toledo Museum of Art

Classical Mystery Tour

Kleinhans Music Hall

Experience the magic of The Beatles like never before with the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra's "A Tribute to The Beatles: Classical Mystery Tour." This remarkable concert event is set to take place on Friday, September 27, 2024, at 7:30 PM at the prestigious Frauenthal Center. 

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we pay homage to the greatest band of all time. The Classical Mystery Tour, featuring original members of the Broadway sensation Beatlemania, will join forces with the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra to perform more than 20 of The Beatles' hits exactly as they were written. From the early days of Beatlemania to the solo years, this concert promises a nostalgic journey through the timeless catalog of The Beatles, backed by the full sound of a live symphony orchestra.

The Classical Mystery Tour is composed of Jim Owen (rhythm guitar, piano, vocals), Tony Kishman (bass guitar, piano, vocals), Tom Teeley (lead guitar, vocals), and Chris Camilleri (drums, vocals), with Martin Herman conducting. Herman has meticulously transcribed the musical scores note for note from Beatles recordings, ensuring an authentic and immersive experience.

This concert is not just a performance; it's an opportunity to experience The Beatles' music with the grandeur and depth that only a symphony orchestra can provide. Hear classics like "Penny Lane" with a live trumpet section, "Yesterday" with an acoustic guitar and string quartet, and the rock/classical blend of "I Am the Walrus" in a way you've never heard before.

Subscriptions and individual tickets are available now, with subscribers receiving the best seats at the best price. This concert is part of several packages, including Premier 8 concerts, Super Pops 5 concerts, and Pops 3 concerts, offering a variety of musical experiences throughout the season.

Don't miss this stirring tribute to The Beatles, a concert event that promises to be a highlight of the musical year. For subscriptions and more information, call Maris at 231.726.3231. Join us for a night of timeless music and rediscover the magic of The Beatles with the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra.

A Tribute to The Beatles: Classical Mystery Tour

Frauenthal Center

The most celebrated disco band of our generation brings an electrifying fusion of vibes and energy (not to mention, crazy costumes!) as they deliver the greatest disco hits of the 70s. Break out your bell bottoms, because the Boogie Wonder Band is taking disco to a whole new level, loaded with violins, cellos, trumpets, trombones, and more! In the fresh mountain air, shake to songs like “Night Fever” and “On the Radio” played by the funkiest band in all the land, described as “party central!”

Boogie Wonder Band

Deer Valley Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater

Sixty years ago, the British Invasion took off, propelled by four lads and a legion of screaming admirers. Now, relive the magic with an evening of The Beatles’ greatest hits, transcribed note-for-note and performed as originally recorded, with four musicians who look and sound just like the original Fab Four! This special show features the set played by The Beatles on their first North American tour in 1964 (which launched at San Francisco’s Cow Palace), in addition to selected favorites from the albums Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band, The White Album, Abbey Road, and Let It Be, alongside the San Francisco Symphony.

A Symphonic Tribute To The Beatles

Davies Symphony Hall

Hear “Penny Lane” with a live trumpet section, experience the beauty of “Yesterday” with an acoustic guitar and string quartet, enjoy the classical/rock blend on “I Am the Walrus,” and relish the cascading orchestral crescendo on “A Day in the Life.” Classical Mystery Tour is the best of The Beatles – from early Beatles music on through the solo years – like you’ve never heard them before. Many have called it “the best show the Beatles never did!” 

Merrill Auditorium

Your RPO joins the acclaimed Classical Mystery Tour for a symphonic celebration of The Beatles. Backed by the full power of the orchestra, this world-renowned “Fab Four” brings stunningly authentic performances of timeless hits like “Yesterday,” “A Day in the Life,” “All You Need Is Love,” and “Hey Jude”—recreated with remarkable precision and showmanship. From the Sydney Opera House to the Boston Pops, these musicians have thrilled audiences worldwide, and now bring their Beatles magic back to Rochester. With iconic songs, dazzling costume changes, and a vibrant trip through the sounds of the 1960s, this two-hour concert is a feel-good journey through the music that changed the world.

Conductor

Martin Herman

Events

Upcoming events

29 - 30 Jan, 2027

Classical Mystery Tour: Music of The Beatles · Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

Past events

Mar 21, 2026

Sounds of Laurel Canyon: 60s & 70s Rock Legends · Long Beach Symphony

Mar 29, 2025

The Music of Pink Floyd ·

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