Drummer

Vocalist

Step back in time and immerse yourself in the electrifying atmosphere of the '80s with the "Totally 80s: Rad Retro Favourites" concert at the Winspear Centre. This nostalgic journey, conducted by the talented Stuart Chafetz, is set to take place on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 7:30 PM. It's a unique opportunity to experience the iconic hits of the decade, brought to life by the full power of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra (ESO).

The concert promises an unforgettable evening, featuring classics from legendary artists such as Phil Collins, Cher, Rush, Michael Jackson, George Michael, Billy Joel, Blondie, Huey Lewis & the News, Cyndi Lauper, Kool & the Gang, and many more. The event will not only showcase the ESO's versatility but also highlight the vocal talents of Nicole Parker and Aaron C. Finley, making his ESO debut, with Brian Kushmaul on drums.

Prepare to be transported back to a time when MTV was king, and pop culture was in its prime. Attendees are encouraged to dive into their closets for their best big hair, neon spandex, and acid wash jeans to fully embrace the rad retro experience. The concert will also include an intermission, allowing guests to mingle and discuss the performance while enjoying the ambiance of the Winspear Centre.

This event is a part of the Robbins Pops Friday series and offers a chance for music lovers and nostalgia enthusiasts to relive the vibrant era of the '80s with a modern orchestral twist. Don't miss out on this blast from the past – it's your last chance to catch this spectacular performance that promises to be as nostalgic as it is fun.

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Totally 80s: Rad Retro Favourites

Winspear Centre

Prepare for orchestral awesomeness because your ESO is going boombox and, like, totally rewinding to the 1980s, when MTV reshaped pop culture! A concert as nostalgic as it is fun, featuring hits from icons like Phil Collins, Cher, Rush, Michael Jackson, George Michael, Billy Joel, Blondie, Huey Lewis & the News, Cyndi Lauper, Kool & the Gang, and more, played by the full power of the Edmonton Symphony.

Rock Hits & Power Ballads

Kleinhans Music Hall

Prepare for a high-voltage evening as the Columbus Symphony delivers an exhilarating lineup of rock anthems and power ballads under the baton of Stuart Chafetz. This concert joins together the heart-pounding hits of rock legends such as The Cars, Aerosmith, and Foreigner with the soul-stirring ballads of Adele, Gloria Estefan, Bonnie Raitt, and Whitney Houston. Featuring dynamic performances from Dee Donasco and Micah Wilshire, and the driving rhythms of drummer Brian Kushmaul, this program is a celebration of rock’s most iconic moments and the unforgettable ballads that continue to move us. Whether you’re a classic rock devotee or a ballad enthusiast, this night promises a memorable journey through the songs that defined a genre.

Riffe Center Studio Theatres

Phil Collins’ one-of-a-kind drum work and songwriting have left an enduring mark on music. Collins and his Genesis bandmates, Tony Banks and Mike Rutherford, penned unforgettable hits featured in this symphonic tribute. Accompanied by vocalists Aaron Finley and Brook Wood, along with drummer Brian Kushmaul, Guest Conductor Stuart Chafetz will lead some of the best of the best, including “Follow You Follow Me,” “Abacab,” “I Missed Again,” “Turn It On Again,” “Sussudio,” “One More Night,” “Take Me Home,” “Two Hearts,” and the iconic “In the Air Tonight.”

Symphonic Genesis–Tribute to Phil Collins

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

Lights … camera … rock! From the 1950s to recent hit films like Bohemian Rhapsody and A Star is Born, rock music has found a permanent place on the silver screen. Singers Julie Reiber (star of Broadway’s Jagged Little Pill) and Bryce Ryness (star of Broadway’s revival of Hair) rock on with the orchestra as we roll out a collection of classics that have powered big-screen soundtracks for decades. From the orchestra’s thrilling sonority to timeless power ballads, expect to hear favorites from films like Rocketman, Top Gun Maverick, Grease, Tommy, Back to the Future, Rock of Ages, Elvis, Yesterday, and more.

Drummer, Vocalist

Brian Kushmaul

Events

Upcoming events

9 - 10 Jan, 2026

Rock Hits & Power Ballads · Columbus Symphony

Apr 26, 2026

Symphonic Genesis–Tribute to Phil Collins · Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

29 - 30 May, 2026

Hollywood Rocks! · Edmonton Symphony Orchestra

Past events

6 - 7 Jun, 2025

Totally 80s: Rad Retro Favourites · Winspear Centre

6 - 7 Jun, 2025

Totally 80s: Rad Retro Favourites · Edmonton Symphony Orchestra

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