Name: Stéphane Wrembel Quartet – Gypsy Jazz
Start: 2026-05-16T19:30:00
Location: The Block

Join the West Michigan Symphony for an extraordinary season that encapsulates a breathtaking fusion of musical genres and cultural influences. From the haunting elegance of Baroque chamber music to the vibrant rhythms of Celtic fusion, the Symphony offers a rich tapestry of events. With performances by renowned artists like pianist Michelle Cann and guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas, and a celebration of musical traditions from across the globe, this series promises an immersive journey into the heart of music. Discover the essence of cultural diversity and artistic brilliance like never before.

A Symphony of Cultures: West Michigan Symphony's Diverse Musical Season

Stephane Wrembel

West Michigan Symphony

Stéphane Wrembel Quartet

This celebration takes you on musical journey through Spain and the Americas. Experience the rich diversity of Latin music worldwide with the soaring melodies of Spain, the thrilling Afro-Cuban rhythms of the Caribbean, the sunlit boleros of Mexico, the elegant tangos of Argentina and Uruguay, and the burning Latin Jazz of Spanish Harlem.

Fiesta Sinfónica

Frauenthal Center

Camille Zamora’s voice has been described as “luminous, transcendently lyrical.” On this evening following her appearance with WMS, she’ll take you on a journey from the heart: loves songs across five centuries and five continents.

Camille Zamora – Love in Song

The Block

Guitarist Pablo Sáinz Villegas is hailed as “the soul of the Spanish guitar.” His passionate performances, filled with flair and emotional depth, captivate audiences. Don’t miss this evocative evening showcasing the finest of classical guitar.

Guitar Romance

Experience the variety of sound that a string quartet can make! The Varo String Quartet – featuring WMS violinists Carmen Abelson and Hannah Christianson – will perform a mix of music, from the innovative works of living composers to classical masterpieces.

Varo String Quartet – Classical Chamber

What better way to close the season than with a dramatic program of symphonic luminosity? Concertmaster Jesús Linárez delivers Brahms’ breathtaking Violin Concerto, showcasing the instrument’s full range, from tender lyricism to fiendish virtuosity. Then lose yourself in the sumptuous rumble of the Barton Theatre Organ, as your WMS takes on Saint-Saëns’ magnum opus.

All-Star Finale

While Stéphane Wrembel is considered a world master of the Django Reinhart guitar style, he revels in transcending and expanding—incorporating jazz, blues, classical, swing, flamenco and rock.

Stéphane Wrembel Quartet – Gypsy Jazz

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