Our quest this month is to go on a journey through the music of other worlds with an ode to science fiction, fantasy, and the added twist of anime, a popular Japanese book and movie culture. There’s everything from “Stars Wars” to “Star Trek,” from “Lord of the Rings” to “World of Warcraft” and an anime classic, “My Neighbor Totoro.”

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Salem High School

All superlatives asides, this spectacular evening offers Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s beloved “Symphony No. 5” along with the lighthearted overture to Mozart’s “Cosi fan tutte” and a piece from British composer Anne Clyne featuring our very own cellist Deborah Pae.

TCHAIKOVSKY Spectacular!

First United Methodist Church

This month it’s time to get your groove on as we embark on an adventurous musical journey through Motown, pop legends Abba and more. Expect a night with big pop arrangements, soulful singing from three soloists and a local choir with the music of Steve Wonder, “Mamma Mia,” Burt Bacharach, Chuck Mangione and others.,

Motown Meets MAMMA MIA!

O’Leary Performing Arts Center

Our “minis” are always masterful, and this year is no different as we spotlight the keyboards, including harpsichord and organ. Centered around a dramatic J.S. Bach concerto as well as two magical pieces from a Indian-American composer showcasing the St. John’s Chapel organ, the afternoon features three soloists – Angie Zhang (harpsichord and organ), Dennis Carter II (flute) and Yuri Popowycz (violin).

Masterpieces

St. John’s Chapel

Waves upon waves of lyrical music, will wash over everyone as we venture to “la Mer,” and celebrate sounds of the sea that features two local university choirs, a chamber-style piece by Claude Debussy, Handel’s “Water Music” and captivating music from a Pulitzer Prize winning Chinese-American composer.

Music of LA MER

St Kenneth Catholic Church

Everyone craves the Phil’s annual spooky celebration of Halloween which always blends a haunting yet fun array of quirky sounds and features composers like J.S. Bach, John Williams, Danny Elfman and Hans Zimmer. There will also be a “time warp” sing-along and everyone will be wondering what costume Nan plans to don.

PHRIGHT Night!

Marquis Theatre

Help us ring in the holidays with our traditional Holiday Pops performance. These two joyous performances, featuring several English composers and own our violist Jessica Lipon, are sure to lift your spirits like only the wonder of holiday music can. And don’t forget to bring your best voice as we always wrap up the evening with a sing along.

Michigan Philharmonic

Apr 27, 2024

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Mar 10, 2024

TCHAIKOVSKY Spectacular!

Michigan Philharmonic