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Spend an intimate evening with Lorie around the piano as she shares heartwarming stories and celebrates the true meaning of Christmas. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Our Most Requested Holiday Show!   A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before. Join an all-star cast of musicians as they rock their way through timeless holiday classics and bring new takes on hit songs you didn't…

HSO’s winter concert series #MostWonderfulTime will feature the Northern US premiere of Sonya Leonore Stahl’s Symphonukkah as well as The Legacy Youth Chorale under the direction of Kennedy Niska. Music from Frozen, Holiday Songs from Home Alone, & other Christmas themed arrangements will be performed. Musical selections will include Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bells Forever, Parade…

HSO’s winter concert series #MostWonderfulTime will feature the Northern US premiere of Sonya Leonore Stahl’s Symphonukkah as well as The Legacy Youth Chorale under the direction of Kennedy Niska. Music from Frozen, Holiday Songs from Home Alone, & other Christmas themed arrangements will be performed. Musical selections will include Sleigh Ride, Jingle Bells Forever, Parade…

Please join us for our 2024 Holiday Recital! TICKETS GO ON SALE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18TH AT 9:00am. View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities | Find Brainerd Resorts | Book your Brainerd Hotel

Join us for an inspiring night of hope with Rob and friends! Enjoy heartfelt music and stories from singer-songwriters Patrick Mayberry, Micah Tyler, and Emerson Day as they share their songs and the stories behind them. Don’t miss this uplifting evening! Artists: Patrick Mayberry, Micah Tyler, & Emerson Day View more Brainerd MN Events & Activities |…

Program of songs from Broadway Blockbusters, to be announced from the stage Join us for an unforgettable evening at our upcoming concert – MegaMusicals – featuring the Broadway soprano Andrea Ross. She will take you on a captivating journey through the heart-wrenching melodies and exhilarating anthems that have defined generations of musical theatre. From iconic…

Brainerd Catholic Speaker Series is excited to announce a special live performance by the renowned Christian artist Matt Maher, on November 16, 2024, at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts, located at Brainerd High School. The event will begin at 7:00 PM, offering a powerful evening filled with music, healing, hope, and joy. Matt Maher,…

Celebrate the music of Neil Diamond! I am... He Said "We are saying what HE said,” laughs Matt Vee referring to the one and only Neil Diamond. Matt along with cousins Jeff and Tommy Vee, local music scene veterans and sons of the legendary Bobby Vee, join forces with their family and friends as The…

The Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota proudly presents the ‘All Choirs Concert’ – featuring all of the choirs in our adult & youth programs! This concert begins with the Legacy Youth Chorale’s fall program, Be the Light, which explores poignant text, using imagery of light throughout to communicate feelings of warmth, comfort, and joy. Listeners…

“Our Fire in the Village tour brings music, storytelling, visual art and an all-inclusive spirit, to gather and create together, so that we recognize the power that is within each of us”. (Annie Humphrey). This concert will feature the songwriting of Annie Humphrey and David Huckfelt, as well as artistic expressions from fashion to multimedia…

Tenth Avenue North Doors: October 18, 2024 7:00 PM Premium: $65.00 Early Entry: $35.00 General Admission: $25.00 All seating is General Admission – First come, First served. Premium: $65 (limited qty)The Premium ticket experience includes first entry into the venue for priority seating, a pre-show QA and photo op, and a Premium Guest tour laminate!…

"Team Ascension Martial Arts invites you to sample Brainerd's finest musical groups in a roaring Battle of the Bands to be held August 31st from 10 - 4 PM followed by a martial arts theatre performance experience at 5 and 7 PM. Tickets are $20 and can be purchased online at www.blackbeltsdontquit.org. Foyer to include…

The unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…

The unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…

The unrivaled brilliance of Gustav Holst’s Jupiter from The Planets sets the stage for the 2024 Lakes Area Music Festival’s closing ceremony. As the U.S. premiere of Lil Lacy’s Aurora honors new beginnings and the opportunities of a new day, Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life) tells the ultimate story of adventure and accomplishment.…

In a deeply moving new work, American composer Leanna Primiani centers the heroic stories of the survivors of human trafficking, painting a sonic landscape that emerges from tragic darkness into hope and light, and awakening our understanding of this tragic issue. Stefan Jackiw, a virtuosic musician with “talent that’s off the scale” (The Washington Post)…

Opera director Omer Ben Seadia and music director Christian Reif lead an all-star cast in an exquisite production of Igor Stravinsky’s delightfully clever opera, The Rake’s Progress. The story concerns the decline and fall of Tom Rakewell, who deserts his rural country town and girlfriend Anne Trulove for the delights of London. Being seduced by…

Opera director Omer Ben Seadia and music director Christian Reif lead an all-star cast in an exquisite production of Igor Stravinsky’s delightfully clever opera, The Rake’s Progress. The story concerns the decline and fall of Tom Rakewell, who deserts his rural country town and girlfriend Anne Trulove for the delights of London. Being seduced by…

With the powers of winds, strings, brass, and percussion combined, the ultimate superhero of the stage is formed! In this family-friendly concert narrated by Jeff Andrews and featuring music and story by Russell Peck, kids of all ages will embark on a spectacular journey through the dynamic forces, instruments, and individuals that make up a…

Whether you are a lifelong opera fan or just stepping into this world for the very first time, this is your chance to experience opera’s greatest moments all in one concert, featuring our cast of Resident Artists and the LAMF Symphony Orchestra. The Lakes Area Music Festival’s Resident Artist Program provides singers early in their…

Storms, Shipwrecks, and Sorcery is a fantastical journey through some of the most dramatic music of the 17th and 18th centuries. This program evokes both literal storms and clouds of rage. Guest soprano Nola Richardson stunningly portrays two sorceresses scorned, both the anguished Armida from Handel’s Armida Abbandonata and the vengeful Médée, namesake of Clérambault’s…

The season begins with the Lakes Area Music Festival’s most epic and joyful journey yet, in a single performance of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony. Christian Reif conducts the Orchestra in collaboration with a chorus of singers from the Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota, Brainerd High School, and the acclaimed Minneapolis-based choral ensemble, VocalEssence singing the…

On July 26 the world's best athletes will gather in Paris for the opening ceremonies of the Olympics. That same night the Lakes Area Music Festival celebrates the opening ceremonies of our 16th annual season, featuring 250 of the world's best classical musicians. This is the moment that will empower the next step of LAMF’s…

Gather your crew and join us for our most highly attended networking event, Business After Hours, hosted by Lakes Area Music Festival (LAMF) on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, from 4:30 - 6:00PM at the beautiful Gichi-Ziibi Center for the Arts. Guests will enjoy mixing with other Chamber members and musicians from the LAMF orchestra, a…

Don’t let the name fool you. We aren’t going unplugged, but we are playing songs whose foundation was built from acoustic guitars and acoustic instruments. Songs from groups like America (“Horse With No Name,” “Ventura Highway,” “Sister Golden Hair”), Gordon Lightfoot (“If You Could Read My Mind,” “Sundown Carefree Highway”), James Taylor, Jim Croce, Crosby…

Artistic Advisor Loki Karuna (formerly Garrett McQueen) brings his unique and thoughtful perspective with another chamber music curation. Music and performers to be announced in early 2024. This concert marks the final cycle of the Lakes Area Music Festival's Winter Series of chamber music in Minneapolis (Woman's Club of Minneapolis) and Brainerd (Gichi-ziibi Center for…

Artistic Advisor Loki Karuna (formerly Garrett McQueen) brings his unique and thoughtful perspective with another chamber music curation. Music and performers to be announced in early 2024. This concert marks the final cycle of the Lakes Area Music Festival’s Winter Series of chamber music in Minneapolis (Woman’s Club of Minneapolis) and Brainerd (Gichi-ziibi Center for…

See the Legacy Chorale & Legacy Youth Chorale at Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts in Brainerd on Saturday, April 13 at 7:00 p.m. The Treble Singers and Mixed Voice Singers, elementary and middle school choirs, will begin the concert with a moving program called ‘Build Me a World’ which explores core themes such as community,…

Ignite all of your senses as giant portraits and famous works of art are created live on stage. You’ll be surrounded by enchanting original music on unusual instruments as well as the incredible talent of powerhouse vocalists. Custom Artpunk wear is a genre unique to this troupe and will give you a sense of each…

The U.S. Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants are two of the six performing ensembles within The United States Air Force Band, the premier musical organization of the U.S. Air Force. Stationed at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling in Washington, D.C., The U.S. Air Force Band and Singing Sergeants honor those who have served, inspire American…

Composers have been writing music for centuries. Join HSO for a program of world premieres and masterworks from the orchestral repertoire. -The winner of the 2024 Composers’ Competition -Miriam Webber, principal bassoon, will give the world premiere of the orchestral version of Lindsey Wiehl’s Letter in an Envelope. Admission is FREE with free-will donations graciously…

Forever Young follows one unforgettable group of friends as they discover the greatest hits of all time! Set in a music-filled suburban basement, this unbelievable heartfelt true story is guaranteed to take you back to the first time you pushed play, tuned in, and set the needle down. Featuring songs by; Billy Joel, The Beatles,…

Steven Curtis Chapman is an American contemporary Christian music singer, songwriter, record producer, actor, author, and social activist. VIP packages includes a meet and greet and photo with Steven Curtis Chapman! Doors for VIP will open at 5pm and the photos will begin around 5:15pm. You must arrive on time to take advantage of meet…

Looking for a fun day out with the kids? Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roarsome interactive show for all the family! Discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child’s favourite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a…

The Brainerd Jaycees Ice Fishing Extravaganza is back! We are excited to announce that Charlie Berens, comedian, New York Times Best Selling Author, Emmy-winning journalist, musician and creator of the Manitowoc Minute, is coming to Brainerd for our Kick Off Party! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

ROCK N ROLL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR! A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you've never heard before! Friday, December 15 @ 7:30pm (NEW TIME) Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts 602 S 5th Street Brainerd MN 56401 TICKETS: $35 ACCESSIBLE SEATING: Please call…

Holidays are the perfect time to sing. Whether it’s carols or music that is operatic in nature, you will leave this performance with beautiful tunes in your head. -David Thompson, principal oboe, will give the Minnesota premiere of Allan Stephenson’s Concerto for English Horn & Strings. -Minor Alterations, a fun medley of Christmas carols in…

This Sunday afternoon performance in Brainerd will feature both adult and youth concert programs, wrapped up in one fabulous package! This performance will include volunteer ASL interpreting, provided by students from the Central Lakes College ASL program. Over 40 youth singers from 7 area school districts will present a program of patriotic music, holiday tunes,…

A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

This diverse program is meant to be energetic and upbeat as it contains music for dance or pieces directly inspired by dance. Selections include: -The horns of the HSO are featured in a performance of Schumann’s Concertpiece. -Yao Dance, one of the most popular Chinese instrumental compositions of the 20th century. -The timeless melodies from…

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Festive Overture AUGUSTA HOLMÈS: La nuit et l’amour RICHARD WAGNER: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 15 Shostakovich’s 15th and final symphony closes our extraordinary 15th anniversary season. As he worked to express his symphonic voice one last time, Shostakovich also revisited the voices of many of his…

DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Festive Overture AUGUSTA HOLMÈS: La nuit et l’amour RICHARD WAGNER: Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan und Isolde DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH: Symphony No. 15 Shostakovich’s 15th and final symphony closes our extraordinary 15th anniversary season. As he worked to express his symphonic voice one last time, Shostakovich also revisited the voices of many of his…

SERGEI PROKOFIEV: Symphony No. 1 “Classical” CAROLINE SHAW: Watermark Piano Concerto – Tanya Gabrielian, piano WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART: Symphony No. 40 in G minor Pianist Tanya Gabrielian returns to the Lakes Area to perform Caroline Shaw’s Watermark, a spellbinding work for piano and orchestra that was created by reimagining the themes and textures of Beethoven’s…

DON PASQUALE GAETANO DONIZETTI: composer GIOVANNI RUFFINI: libretto This rollicking bel canto comedy is a celebration of girl power! The buffoonish Don Pasquale is determined to marry the much younger Norina. However, with her wit and the help of a few friends, she manages to both teach Pasquale a lesson and find true love. Full…

NATHANIEL STOOKEY: The Composer is Dead Other works for orchestra Enjoyable for kids of all ages! Mystery, sarcasm, and delight are all spun together in this family-friendly musical experience. Help the LAMF orchestra solve a musical mystery while being introduced to the variety of instruments onstage in creative and unusual ways. Jeff Andrews narrates the…

GIOACHINO ROSSINI: Overture to William Tell Opera arias and ensembles featuring our 2023 Vocal Fellows Our season is brimming with beautiful sounds, but in this special program, voices of all types and from every corner of the world come together to serenade you. Hear many of your favorite opera moments from the famous William Tell…

GEORGE WALKER: “Lyric” for String Quartet CLAUDE DEBUSSY: 3 Chansons de Bilitis, arranged for trumpet ROBERT SCHUMANN: Piano Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 44 Robert Schumann brought new life to the chamber music genre as one of the first composers to really explore the combination of string quartet and piano. In this mid-week chamber music…

ANNA CLYNE: This Midnight Hour HECTOR BERLIOZ: Les nuits d’eté (Summer Nights) – Julia Bullock, soprano JOHANNES BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 It’s difficult to fully experience the magic of the Lakes Area without spending a summer evening by the water. In a program inspired by the warmth and mystery of summer nights, the LAMF orchestra…

ANNA CLYNE: This Midnight Hour HECTOR BERLIOZ: Les nuits d’eté (Summer Nights) – Julia Bullock, soprano JOHANNES BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 It’s difficult to fully experience the magic of the Lakes Area without spending a summer evening by the water. In a program inspired by the warmth and mystery of summer nights, the LAMF orchestra…

ANNA CLYNE: This Midnight Hour HECTOR BERLIOZ: Les nuits d’eté (Summer Nights) – Julia Bullock, soprano JOHANNES BRAHMS:Symphony No. 2 It’s difficult to fully experience the magic of the Lakes Area without spending a summer evening by the water. In a program inspired by the warmth and mystery of summer nights, the LAMF orchestra performs…

GEORGE GERSHWIN: Song selections to be announced MARGARET BONDS: Song selections to be announced GEORGE GERSHWIN: Catfish Row, Symphonic Suite from Porgy & Bess Improvisation. Expression. Rebellion. Step back into the Jazz Age at our annual gala, featuring Grammy-nominated singer Julia Bullock and music from American musical legends such as George Gershwin and Margaret Bonds.…

In this highly anticipated event, ‘The Spirit Singers’ – a strong new MN choral ensemble under the direction of Andrew Miller – will perform a concert and join forces with voices of ‘The Legacy Chorale’, featuring guest conductor Michael Smith. The program, called “Unceasing Love”, consists of time-honored choral classics as well as highlight Minnesota…

ANNA CLYNE: This Midnight Hour HECTOR BERLIOZ: Les nuits d’eté (Summer Nights) – Julia Bullock, soprano JOHANNES BRAHMS: Symphony No. 2 It’s difficult to fully experience the magic of the Lakes Area without spending a summer evening by the water. In a program inspired by the warmth and mystery of summer nights, the LAMF orchestra…

All performances are on the Main stage in the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts Tickets – Students & Seniors $6 | Adults $9 Performances: April 30 – 2 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

All performances are on the Main stage in the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts Tickets – Students & Seniors $6 | Adults $9 Performances: April 29 – 2 & 7 pm April 30 – 2 pm Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Legacy Chorale of Greater Minnesota presents “It’s a Grand Night for Singing,” featuring the Legacy Chorale and Legacy Youth Chorale. The Legacy Chorale, under the direction of Michael Smith, is a sixty-five member auditioned adult choir. Legacy Youth Chorale, led by founding director Kennedy Niska, is a fifty-five member auditioned choir of young people between…

Conducted by Ryan Webber, HSO’s Spring Concert “The Youth Concerto Competition Returns” featuring winners of the 2023 Echo Kowalzek Youth Concerto Competition. HSO concerts are offered FREE and all ages are encouraged to attend. Conductor chats are held prior to each concert and good will donations are gladly accepted. Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd…

George Gershwin:Rhapsody in Blue, arr. clarinet and piano Louis Armstrong:What a Wonderful World, arr. clarinet and piano Paul Ben-Haim:String Quartet, Op. 21 For tickets, call 218-831-0765 for assistance. Tickets also available at the door. Music and musicians from historically marginalized communities are continuing to take center stage in artistic programming, and as this work continues…

First awarded in 1776, and with an infinitesimally small number of recipients over the ensuing 247 years, the Congressional Gold Medal clearly stands among the highest honors the United States can confer upon both individuals and organizations, foreign or domestic. Generally speaking, a Congressional Gold Medal is awarded for what must be exceptionally distinguished achievements…

THE SECOND CITY TOURING COMPANY is always original, daring, and hilarious. Performing social and political satire with scripted scenes, music, and improvisation. Their alumni list is a veritable “Who’s Who” of comedy including Bill Murray, John & Jim Belushi, Mike Myers, Steve Carell, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, George Wendt, Tina Fey, Rachel Dratch, Horatio Sanz, Tim Meadows,…

Join us for an evening of Music and Conversation with three Minnesota homegrown Artists featuring: Aaron Simmons / Kelley Smith / Jake Nelson Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

A Las Vegas-Caliber, multimedia, Rock & Roll extravaganza that mixes hilarious stories with your favorite holiday songs in a way like you’ve never heard before. Doors open at 7:00PM Show starts at 7:30PM Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Your favorite a cappella group is back! This Christmas season, enjoy the Emmy-Award-winning Tonic Sol-Fa who brings a new holiday show to life! The Emmy Award-winning a cappella quartet, Tonic Sol-fa, brings their 2022 Misfit Tour to the Gichi-ziibi Performing Arts Center at the Brainerd High School on Sunday, December 11th at 6pm. Enjoy the…

Conducted by Ryan Webber, HSO's Winter Concert Series "Holidays Around the World" will be in collaboration with Brainerd High School Orchestra/CLC String Orchestra featuring violin soloists Leslie Zander, Concertmaster, & Sandy Larson, First Violin, on a Concerto for Two Violins and String Orchestra by Vivaldi. HSO concerts are offered FREE and all ages are encouraged…

Come support the Music General dancers at our annual Holiday Recital entitled "Rudolph" Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Come support the Music General dancers at our annual Holiday Recital entitled "Rudolph" Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Come and Enjoy the top bands from Minnesota High Schools with The Central Lakes Wind Symphony taking the stage after Intermission! Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

A comedy by Caroline Francke. Based on the novel by Edward Streeter, illustrated by Gluyas Williams. Produced by special arrangement with Dramatists Play Service, Inc. Performances: November 18, 7 pm November 19, 2 & 7 pm November 20, 2pm All performances will be held in the Studio Stage at the Gichi-ziibi Center for the Arts.…

The Legacy Chorale presents: Christmas in November and brings together more than 100 local adult and youth musicians. The first half of the concert program will be Gloria by Antonio Vivaldi, accompanied by a small Baroque ensemble. The youth choir will sing a set of popular holiday songs before The Legacy Chorale concludes the program…

Minneapolis-born pianist Evren Ozel returns to Minnesota for these performances continuing the Lakes Area Music Festival’s fall programming. A master of the works of Frédéric Chopin, Ozel will perform the Scherzo No. 4 in E Major alongside Beethoven’s final piano sonata and an eclectic variety of other works. J. S. Bach: Prelude and Fugue in…

Stars from the original Broadway Cast of Jersey Boys Traveling for this event? Find Brainerd Lakes Area Lodging

Paula Poundstone is known for her smart, observational humor and a spontaneous wit that has become the stuff of legend. Time magazine, in the March 2020 “Best of” issue, listed Paula’s HBO special, Cats, Cops and Stuff as one of The 5 Funniest Stand-Up Specials Ever. Paula can be heard weekly as the host of the…

Conducted by Ryan Webber, HSO’s Fall 2022 Concert Series is themed “European Tour.” The musical scores will feature soloist Chris Fogderud, Principal Trumpet, HSO woodwinds, and St Francis Concert Orchestra in Little Falls. HSO concerts are offered Free and all ages are encouraged to attend. Conductor Chats are held prior to each concert. Good will…

Kicking off the winter series, LAMF presents the illustrious Broadway soprano Andrea Ross. An audience favorite from last season, Ms. Ross will bring a program of familiar tunes from the Great American Songbook– jazz standards, pop songs and show tunes of the early decades of the 20th century. Gershwin, Cole Porter, and more, in collaboration…

Our inaugural composer-in-residence, Elizabeth Ogonek, opens this finale celebration with a grand fanfare, co-commissioned with the Boston Symphony for the Tanglewood Festival. Then, Gustav Mahler’s titanic Fifth Symphony brings the season to a triumphant close. “A symphony must be like the world, it must embrace the world,” Mahler once said, and this closing concert embraces…

Our inaugural composer-in-residence, Elizabeth Ogonek, opens this finale celebration with a grand fanfare, co-commissioned with the Boston Symphony for the Tanglewood Festival. Then, Gustav Mahler’s titanic Fifth Symphony brings the season to a triumphant close. “A symphony must be like the world, it must embrace the world,” Mahler once said, and this closing concert embraces…

The LAMF Composer Fellowship offers early-career composers the chance to present their work to our orchestra and audience. Following a new work by our inaugural composer fellow, Isaac Santos, we hear another example of a composer’s early work in Dmitri Shostakovich’s First Piano Concerto. These pieces are followed by Franz Joseph Haydn’s 104th and final…

Hilarity and misadventure ensue when two productions—one a grand opera and the other a comedic farce—are forced to perform their shows simultaneously. For our annual opera production we present an enchanting masterpiece by Richard Strauss which satirizes showbusiness as it explores the widest range of musical and theatrical possibility, from monumental Greek Tragedy to irreverent…

Hilarity and misadventure ensue when two productions—one a grand opera and the other a comedic farce—are forced to perform their shows simultaneously. For our annual opera production we present an enchanting masterpiece by Richard Strauss which satirizes showbusiness as it explores the widest range of musical and theatrical possibility, from monumental Greek Tragedy to irreverent…

For many of us, the land of our ancestors holds a special power. For the Afro-British composer, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, that fascination drew him to the music and culture of Black America, where his forebears had been enslaved. We present his luscious Clarinet Quintet alongside two of his fundamental influences: the European tradition of composers like…

A ‘concerto grosso’ pits a group of soloists against a larger ensemble, moving between cooperation and contrast. Artistic advisor and baroque violinist Chloe Fedor leads a baroque ensemble in early examples of these concertos, partnered with modern takes on the genre by Errollyn Wallen and Samuel Carl Adams. Program: GEORGE FREDERIC HANDEL:Concerto Grosso in G…

A ‘concerto grosso’ pits a group of soloists against a larger ensemble, moving between cooperation and contrast. Artistic advisor and baroque violinist Chloe Fedor leads a baroque ensemble in early examples of these concertos, partnered with modern takes on the genre by Errollyn Wallen and Samuel Carl Adams. Program: GEORGE FREDERIC HANDEL:Concerto Grosso in G…

Indian-American composer Reena Esmail works between the worlds of Indian and Western classical music. Her work, Teen Murti (Three Statues), takes inspiration from Hindustani singing traditions and sits aside chamber works by French composers Maurice Ravel and Francis Poulenc. Program: FRANCIS POULENC:Sextet for Winds and Piano REENA ESMAIL:Teen Murti for Cello and String Quartet MAURICE…

The “Pago a la Tierra” (tribute to the earth) is an ancient Andean ritual of thanksgiving for nature’s bounty. We open our 14th annual season with a tribute to earth, water, and spirit featuring a world premiere by Peruvian-American composer Jimmy López Bellido followed by Jean Sibelius’ masterful Second Symphony, inspired by the Apennine mountains…

The “Pago a la Tierra” (tribute to the earth) is an ancient Andean ritual of thanksgiving for nature’s bounty. We open our 14th annual season with a tribute to earth, water, and spirit featuring a world premiere by Peruvian-American composer Jimmy López Bellido followed by Jean Sibelius’ masterful Second Symphony, inspired by the Apennine mountains…