Mary Shelley was just 18 when she wrote Frankenstein on a dare, shocking readers in the 1830s,

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Mary Shelley Meets Frankenstein

The College of Saint Rose

One wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s Child ignores her father’s warnings about the Big Bad Mouse and tiptoes out into the deep dark wood. She follows snowy tracks and encounters mysterious creatures – but the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?

The Gruffalo’s Child

Ualbany Performing Arts Center

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Percussion @ Penn State

A host of performers showcase their vocal and instrumental talents as part of their studies.

Student Recital

Music Program ensembles (Chorale, Chamber Singers, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Symphony Orchestra) are joined by student groups (Serendipity, Pitch Please) for a concert celebrating the season.

Holiday Concert

Two of the University’s large ensembles present a shared program.

UAlbany Jazz Ensemble and Percussion Ensemble Concert

Join us for a thrilling fusion of Latin rhythms and classical brilliance as the Catalyst Quartet teams up with pianist Stewart Goodyear. From the vibrant melodies of Paquito D'Rivera to the passionate tango of Astor Piazzolla's "Suite del Angel," this concert promises a captivating journey through diverse musical landscapes, culminating in Dvorak's majestic Piano Quintet in A Major, Opus 81.

The Catalyst Quartet with Stewart Goodyear

Celebrate the holiday season with the Albany Symphony as they present the "Nicky Sohn Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi" concert. This enchanting evening of classical music is scheduled for Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the prestigious Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, located at 30 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States.

Under the baton of David Alan Miller, the concert will feature a lineup of exceptional talent, including guitarist Bokyung Byun and oboists Karen Hosmer & Grace Shryock. The program promises a night of auditory delight with pieces from classical giants such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart's "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" and Symphony No. 35, Haffner; Johann Sebastian Bach's Sinfonia from the Christmas Oratorio; the world premiere of Nicky Sohn's Guitar Concerto; and Antonio Vivaldi's Concerto for Two Oboes.

Individual tickets will go on sale in early fall 2024, with subscriptions available now. Ensure your spot for this must-attend event in the classical music calendar.

For those concerned about parking and accessibility, rest assured that all parking is free on nights and weekends in the City of Troy. Free parking is also available at the State Street Parking Garage, just a short 2-minute walk from the venue. The venue is equipped to offer large-print programs and assistive listening devices upon request. Additionally, a safe and convenient concert shuttle service from Delmar is available for $20 round-trip, enhancing your concert experience without the hassle of driving.

Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of classical music during the holiday season with the Albany Symphony's "Nicky Sohn Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi" concert.

Nicky Sohn + Holiday Mozart & Vivaldi

Troy Savings Bank Music Hall

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Albany Symphony as we present "Daniel Roumain Beethoven's Pastoral" on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the historic Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, located at 30 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180, United States. This special performance will feature the world premiere of Daniel Bernard Roumain & Marc Bamuthi Joseph’s "Forgiveness, Suite for Spoken Word and Orchestra," a groundbreaking piece that debuted on June 10, 2023, as part of the American Music Festival: Convergence.

Under the baton of David Alan Miller, with Marc Bamuthi Joseph as the speaker, the evening promises to be a rich tapestry of sound and emotion, also showcasing Carlos Simon's "Fate Now Conquers" and Ludwig van Beethoven's beloved Symphony No. 6, Pastoral. This concert is a celebration of innovation, collaboration, and the enduring power of music to convey profound messages.

Individual tickets will go on sale in early fall 2024, but subscriptions are available now for those eager to secure their seats. Ensure a hassle-free experience by taking advantage of free parking available on nights and weekends in the City of Troy, including the State Street Parking Garage located just a short 2-minute walk from the venue. For those requiring assistance, large-print programs and assistive listening devices are available upon request, and our concert shuttle offers safe and convenient round-trip transportation from Delmar for just $20.

Don't miss this opportunity to witness the Albany Symphony's dedication to American music and the talents of Daniel Bernard Roumain, Marc Bamuthi Joseph, and Carlos Simon in a performance that promises to be as moving as it is memorable. Reserve your spot now for an evening of exquisite music and powerful storytelling.

Daniel Roumain + Beethoven's Pastoral

Step into the enchanting world of Shakespearean melodies and dances with the Baltimore Consort's captivating performance, "The Food of Love." From the lively tunes of "Kemp's Jig" to the haunting melodies of "Willow Song," immerse yourself in the timeless sounds of the Bard's era, promising an evening of musical delights and Elizabethan charm.

The Food of Love: Songs, Dances and Fancies for Shakespeare

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Owls, an ensemble that transcends musical boundaries, on Friday, February 7, 2025, at 7:30 PM. This unique performance will take place at the Opalka Gallery, located at 140 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY. Owls, a quartet collective originating from Brooklyn, features friends from the Marlboro Festival, including the talented violinist Alexi Kenney, violist Ayane Kozasa, cellist Gabriel Cabezas, and cellist-composer Paul Wiancko. Known for their innovative approach to music, Owls combines elements of a bass-forward string quartet with the energy of a downtown band, delivering performances that are both breathtaking and defy categorization.

The evening's program will showcase a mix of contemporary classics and original compositions, including Corea's "Children’s Song No. 12," Wiancko's "Vox Petra" and "When The Night," Ali-Zadeh's "Rəqs," Couperin's "Les Barricades Mystérieuses," Trollstilt's "Ricercar," and Riley's "Good Medicine." With a runtime of 2 hours, attendees are guaranteed a rich and diverse musical experience.

General Admission seating doors will open 45 minutes before the concert begins. In a generous offer, all kids and college students will be admitted free at the door, ensuring accessibility to this cultural event for the younger audience.

Don't miss this opportunity to experience Owls' original, visceral, and personal performances that challenge the conventional concert experience, blending new compositions with original arrangements of music spanning from the 1600s to the present day. Their distinctive instrumentation and fierce creative spirit promise an evening that is uniquely theirs and without limits.

Owls Opalka Gallery

Russell Sage College

The Capital Duo will perform works for violin and piano by Schubert, Grieg, and Clara Schumann.

Capital Duo: Hilary and Duncan Cumming

Join us for an unforgettable evening with the Albany Symphony as we present "Loren Loiacono Rachmaninoff's Paganini Rhapsody" on Saturday, February 15, 2025, from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the historic Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, located at 30 2nd Street, Troy, NY, 12180.

This spectacular concert will feature a lineup of renowned compositions, including Randall Thompson's "A Trip to Nahant," Sergei Rachmaninoff's "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini," Loren Loiacono's "Sleep Furiously," and Robert Schumann's "Symphony No. 1, Spring." Under the baton of David Alan Miller, with the talented Harmony Zhu on piano, this evening promises to be a celebration of musical mastery and emotional depth.

Individual tickets will go on sale early 2024, but subscriptions are available now for those eager to secure their seats. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the brilliance of the Albany Symphony in the acoustically superb Troy Savings Bank Music Hall.

For your convenience, all parking is FREE on nights and weekends in the City of Troy, including the State Street Parking Garage located just a short 2-minute walk from the venue. For those requiring accessibility accommodations, large-print programs and assistive listening devices are available upon request. Additionally, to make your concert experience even more enjoyable, a safe and convenient concert shuttle service from Delmar is available for $20 round-trip. Please click the link below or call the box office at 518 694-3300 to reserve your spot.

Prepare for an evening of exquisite music and join us in celebrating the beauty and power of orchestral music.

Loren Loiacono + Rachmaninoff's Paganini Rhapsody

The original rock ‘n’ roll, sci-fi musical, in which sweethearts Brad and Janet get a flat tire during a storm, only to discover themselves in Dr. Frank-N-Furter’s mansion, where all innocence is lost. This “musical that deals with mutating identity and time warps has become one of the most mutated, time-warped phenomena in show business.” (New York Times) So “Let’s do the Time Warp again!” in this return to the stage version of the cult classic.

Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show

Shared Band & Orchestra Concert

University at Albany

Experience the profound artistry of the Tetzlaff Quartet as they weave together the emotive melodies of Mendelssohn's String Quartet Op. 13 with the contemporary brilliance of Widmann's String Quartet No. 2. An evening of classical mastery and dynamic interpretation, the program will culminate in the rich harmonies of Dvorak’s String Quartet in A flat major, Op. 105.

The Tetzlaff Quartet in Concert

April 5th, Community members of all ages will perform piano music and chamber music. April 6th, The School of the Albany Berkshire Ballet joins us for the fifth time as a Youth Movements special guest.

Youth Movement

Our spring festival of staged readings of new plays written, directed, and performed by students.

Fresh Acts: A Festival of New Plays

The Spring Choral Hour showcases the University Chamber Singers and University Community Chorale as well as selected student soloists from the Department of Music and Theatre in a performance of music from a wide array of style and culture. 

Spring Choral Hour

The UAlbany Jazz Ensemble will present a concert of traditional as well as contemporary jazz works. The UAlbany Jazz Ensemble is comprised of student and community members. 

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