9/6
Thursday7:00 PM
Announcing the Music City Mariachi Festival
Free Family Event | Open to the Public
Delgado Guitars/La Tradición Music and Casa de La Cultura are excited to announce the Music City Mariachi Festival at Schermerhorn Symphony Center from 6:00 p.m. (pre-show) to 10:00 p.m.
This free family event will feature the Nashville stop of the “México en el Corazón” national tour, which brings music directly from Mexico to audiences across America. The event will celebrate Mexican culture with traditional mariachi music, baile folklorico dance and the rich costumes of this art form.
A Pre-Show featuring Ballet Folklorico Sol De Mexico and Mariachi Los Potrillos will start at 6 p.m. in the lobby, along with an “Instrument Petting Zoo” showcasing all the instruments used in mariachi.
Be there as your Nashville Symphony kicks off the new concert season with a concert dedicated to a true American icon: Leonard Bernstein. This celebration of the composer's 100th birthday will feature some of his most popular music from West Side Story, On the Waterfront and more, along with his landmark First Symphony.
PROGRAM
Bernstein – Three Dance Episodes from On the Town
Bernstein – Symphonic Suite from On the Waterfront
Bernstein – Symphony No. 1, “Jeremiah”
Bernstein – Symphonic Dances from West Side Story
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Sasha Cooke, mezzo-soprano
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Markus Groh, piano
PROGRAM
Chabrier – España
Beethoven – Piano Concerto No. 5 “Emperor”
Respighi – Fountains of Rome
Respighi – Pines of Rome
Lawns seats are $20 and box seats are $60. Box seats feature exclusive seating area, great view of concert and table service for beverages and snacks. First come first served. Buy tickets online here or call 615.687.6400. Additional fees may apply. Questions? Email tickets@nashvillesymphony.org.
It’s a night of masterpieces under the stars as Maestro Giancarlo Guerrero leads your Nashville Symphony in some of classical’s biggest hits along with a spectacular fireworks display. Award-winning pianist Markus Groh, renowned for his astounding musicianship, will solo on Beethoven’s majestic and beautiful Emperor Concerto. The evening will build to a rousing finish with Respighi's Pines of Rome, one of orchestral music’s most thrilling showstoppers, erupting in a blaze of brilliant musical colors.
PROGRAM
John Corigliano – Symphony No. 1
Brahms – Piano Concerto No. 2
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Emanuel Ax, piano
GRAMMY-winner Emanuel Ax is one of the preeminent interpreters of Brahms’ music for piano, and he returns to perform the composer’s Second Piano Concerto – a work of breathtaking scope that sparkles with brilliance and intensity, showcasing soloist and orchestra alike. John Corigliano composed his powerful First Symphony in the 1980s as a response to the AIDS crisis, offering a beautiful, elegiac tribute to friends and associates who succumbed to the disease.
Chris Isaak is the embodiment of retro cool, with a singular style that has been compared to Roy Orbison and Elvis Presley. With his smooth baritone and stunning falsetto vocals, this charismatic crooner returns for his first headlining date in half a decade to perform modern classics like:
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Grab your friends and join Reese Witherspoon for a fun night of lively conversation! With her debut book, Whiskey in a Teacup, the Academy Award-winning actress, producer and entrepreneur invites you into her world, where she infuses the Southern style, parties and traditions she loves with contemporary flair and charm. Reese will share personal stories about what growing up in the South taught her about life, love and work, and fans will learn how she entertains, decorates her home and makes holidays special for her family. She will be joined by a special guest for the conversation, and audiences will learn just how easy it is to bring a little bit of Reese’s world into their home, no matter where they live.
Each ticket includes a copy of Reese’s book, Whiskey in a Teacup, sold by Parnassus Books (a $35 value). VIP ticket holders will walk away with a limited-edition Draper James tote bag filled with some of Reese’s favorite products.
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VIP Package - Meet & Greet with Reese Witherspoon
VIP tickets are sold out, however, standard event tickets are still available. If you currently hold a VIP ticket for this concert, it includes seating located in the first five rows; VIP early entry into venue; individual photo with Reese Witherspoon; official VIP meet & greet laminate; limited edition Draper James tote bag filled with gifts and goodies; Signed copy of Whiskey in a Teacup. Questions? Email tickets@nashvillesymphony.org.
The Tony Award-winning sensation returns for a night of Broadway and classic tunes. With her starring roles in Wicked, Glee, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown and more, Kristin Chenoweth has dazzled audiences with her powerhouse vocals and delightful stage presence. Be there for a night of show-stopping selections and gorgeous orchestral arrangements, including:
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Ahoy, matey! Set sail with the orchestra in search of Blackbeard’s treasure, with musical selections from John Williams, Holst, Mendelssohn, Pirates of the Caribbean and more.
Starting at 10 am, show up early for fun, family-friendly pre-concert activities, including our Instrument Petting Zoo, crafts, a book nook, and much more.
NOTE: These concerts offer a relaxed atmosphere for patrons of all ages. They are also sensory friendly and offer accommodations for patrons on the autism spectrum and patrons with sensory sensitivities. Learn more.
Go around the world in search of big cats with award-winning photographer Steve Winter. A determined explorer, Winter will lead you from Asian jungles where resilient tiger populations persist, to the Himalayas, home of the rare snow leopard. Follow him into the rainforests of Latin America to view the elusive jaguar – and to Hollywood in pursuit of the American cougar. He’ll share both dangerous and lighter moments: from getting stuck in quicksand to mishaps with remote-controlled cameras. Co-author of the new National Geographic book Tigers Forever, Winter seeks to share the beauty of big cats while working to save them.
Presented without orchestra
PROGRAM
Beethoven – Violin Concerto
John Adams – Harmonielehre Live Recording
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | James Ehnes, violin
Beethoven’s Violin Concerto has been called “one of the most beautiful and beloved of all concertos.” Overflowing with sweetly singing melodies presented against a spectacular orchestral backdrop, this piece offers yet another view into Beethoven’s singular genius. To be recorded live for a forthcoming release, John Adams’ Harmonielehre is a landmark in its own right, a powerhouse showcase for the orchestra that draws equally on 19th century Romanticism and 20th century minimalism to create work celebrated as “rapturous” and “incandescent” by The New York Times.
PROGRAM
Schubert – Symphony in B Minor, “Unfinished”
Martin – Concerto for Seven Wind Instruments and Timpani
Haydn – Symphony No. 104, “London”
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor
PROGRAM
Schubert – Symphony in B Minor, “Unfinished”
Haydn – Symphony No. 104, “London”
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor
Ticket includes complimentary coffee and pastries at 9:30 am.
The soulful, stylish bandleader for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert makes a rare solo appearance showcasing his wide-ranging influences and his mastery at the piano. Expect a night of the unexpected, with a mix of classic jazz, original tunes, improvisations and distinctive takes on well-known songs.
10/20
Saturday7:00 PM
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Bring the whole family for this free concert with your Nashville Symphony and dynamic assistant conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez! This concert features some of classical music's greatest hits, including Copland's rousing Fanfare for the Common Man, along with some fun contemporary pieces, including Arturo Márquez's Latin-flavored Conga del Fuego and Mason Bates' electronics-fueled Mothership.
Dickson County High School Choir will perform in the Rotunda prior to the concert.
This concert will take place at The Renaissance Center, 855 Hwy. 46 S. in Dickson, Tenn. No ticket needed for entry. Call 615.740.5600 for more info. Click here for directions.
To learn more about The Renaissance Center, click here to visit TRC's website.
PROGRAM:
Copland - Fanfare for the Common Man
Rossini - Overture to La gazza ladra
Grieg - Peer Gynt: Suite No. 2
III. Peer Gynt's Homecoming
IV. Solveig's Song
Johann Strauss Jr. - Tritsh-Tratsch Polka
Mason Bates - Mothership
Dvořák - Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, "From the New World"
IV. Allegro con fuoco
Alan Menken - Overture to Beauty and the Beast
Arturo Márquez - Conga del Fuego
PERFORMERS
Hanson | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
After a sold-out world tour celebrating 25 years, HANSON marks their 26th birthday with a musical experience unlike any other: HANSON STRING THEORY, a musical manifesto with new and career-spanning works arranged by the legendary David Campbell. Experience your favorite hits in a whole new way, with the sound of full symphony orchestra:
MMMBop | Where’s the Love | I Will Come to You | Thinking of You | This Time Around | and more
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Experience Tim Burton's delightfully wicked tale on the big screen with the Nashville Symphony performing the score live. This seasonal classic follows the misadventures of Jack Skellington, the pumpkin king of Halloween Town, as he tries to hijack Christmas with his band of bats, ghouls and goblins. Bring the whole family for this frightful night at the Schermerhorn!
A Music City fall tradition! The entire community is invited for a full day of free performances, featuring everything from classical and jazz to rock and country, starting with a concert by the GRAMMY®-winning Nashville Symphony.
Other performers include Nashville in Harmony, Nashville Salsa Machine and innovative classical ensemble Chatterbird, with additional performers to be announced. As in past years, Free Day of Music will also include a Q&A with Nashville Symphony conductors.
In addition to 25 performers on four stages throughout Schermerhorn Symphony Center, Free Day of Music will also feature:
More than 35 years after his professional debut, “The Funniest Man in America” boasts a loyal fan base numbering in the millions, thanks to his down-home storytelling. Be there as James Gregory delivers laugh after laugh with rib-tickling reflections on life from the front porch, covering everything from crazy relatives to modern parenting to overzealous environmentalists.
Presented without orchestra
The Canadian vocal supergroup returns for one night only. With its warm, resonant acoustics, Schermerhorn Symphony Center is the perfect venue to experience these multi-Platinum, JUNO Award-winning entertainers as they deliver their lush harmonies and singular blend of classical and contemporary pop.
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It's the ultimate night of chills and thrills when we screen the 1925 silent movie classic, accompanied by the breathtaking, seat-shaking sound of the Schermerhorn’s Martin Foundation Concert Organ. Starring Lon Chaney in the title role, The Phantom of the Opera remains one of the scariest movies ever made, and organist Peter Krasinski will bring it vividly to life. Come in costume!
PROGRAM
Mussorgsky – Dawn on Moscow River from Khovanshchina
Tchaikovsky – Piano Concerto No. 1
Shostakovich – Symphony No. 8
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Victor Yampolsky, conductor | Behzod Abduraimov, piano
Lawrence S. Levine Memorial Concert
Three virtuoso musicians join forces for a night of mind-bending virtuosity, cross-genre exploration and musical wonder. Banjoist Fleck, double bassist Meyer and tabla player Hussain performed at the grand opening of Schermerhorn Symphony Center, and they’ll dazzle once more in their first return engagement in over a decade.
Photo by Jim McGuire
PERFORMERS
The Mavericks | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
True to their name, The Mavericks have forged a path all their own, blending Cuban grooves, vintage country, top-notch songwriting and crooner Raul Malo’s stunning vocals. These GRAMMY®-winning artists join your Nashville Symphony for their first-ever orchestra performance. Get ready for a night of dancing and fun, as the orchestra brings a whole new dimension to classic hits like “O What a Thrill,” “Here Comes the Rain” and “All You Ever Do Is Bring Me Down,” along with fresh material from The Mavericks' latest, Brand New Day.
Celebrate one of rock's most iconic bands with a night full of hits! Conductor Brent Havens leads your Nashville Symphony, a rock band and dynamic vocalist Brody Dolyniuk in a high-energy performance that no Rolling Stones fan will want to miss. Featured songs include:
Satisfaction | Paint It Black | Ruby Tuesday | Honky Tonk Women | Angie | and many more
PROGRAM
R.Strauss – Serenade in E-flat Major
Stravinsky – Symphony of Psalms
Ravel – Daphnis et Chloé
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Hans Graf, conductor | Nashville Symphony Chorus | Tucker Biddlecombe, chorus director
The “Ambassador of Soul” returns to the Schermerhorn following his sold-out performance in 2014. Be there as this two-time GRAMMY® winner and one of the creators of the neo-soul movement delivers his signature throwback sound on hits like “Sumthin’ Sumthin’,” “Ascension (Don’t Ever Wonder),” “Pretty Wings” and many more.
Presented without orchestra
with special guest Alynda Segarra from Hurray for the Riff Raff
The charismatic front man of My Morning Jacket makes his Schermerhorn debut as part of a unique, career-spanning solo-acoustic concert tour. Accompanied by longtime touring drummer David Givan, Jim James will perform highlights from his MMJ and solo catalogues, including songs from his latest collection, Uniform Distortion.
“I am looking forward to exploring all sorts of songs stripped down as they first occurred in their natural habitat – just voice and guitar. Although I have played many shows by myself, this will be my first tour of this style, and I am excited to see everyone out on the open road,” says James.
One dollar per ticket purchased will go to The Waterfall Project, whose beneficiaries will be United for a Fair Economy and National Bail Fund Network.
Presented without orchestra
Tickets for this performance will be delivered two weeks prior to the concert date.
The sons of beloved bandleader Dave Brubeck, drummer Dan Brubeck and bassist/trombonist Chris Brubeck perform with guitarist Mike DeMicco and pianist Chuck Lamb in a quartet that celebrates their straight-ahead jazz roots while incorporating influences from funk, blues and world music.
“BBQ attains that rarefied level where music is both relaxed and expressive, and their joy in its creation is contagious. There’s really nothing out there that comes close to their unique brand of inventiveness.” — All About Jazz
Annie Leibovitz is one of the most influential photographers of our time. In an exclusive Nashville event to mark the publication of a revised and expanded edition of Annie Leibovitz at Work (Phaidon), she will present and discuss a selection of her pictures.
Originally published in 2008, Annie Leibovitz at Work was written with young photographers in mind, but it provides an illuminating view of Leibovitz’s photographic practice for a broad audience. There are stories behind some of her best-known images – Richard Nixon’s resignation, the Rolling Stones on tour, Queen Elizabeth II – as well as discussions of lighting, cameras, studios, photojournalism, working with writers, and the 10 things she is always asked.
Annie Leibovitz’s astute observations of American life have had a prominent place in the cultural landscape for nearly five decades. She has received many honors, including the International Center of Photography’s Lifetime Achievement Award, the Centenary Medal of the Royal Photographic Society, the Wexner Prize and the Prince of Asturias Award for Communication and Humanities. She is a Commandeur in the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres and has been designated a Living Legend by the Library of Congress.
Presented without orchestra
Ticket Options:
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PERFORMERS
Martina McBride | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Celebrating 25 years as one of country music’s most beloved entertainers, Martina McBride brings her magical holiday concert to the Schermerhorn. Along with everyone’s favorite Christmas songs, she’ll perform a few of her biggest hits, which include “Blessed,” “A Broken Wing,” “Wild Angels,” “This One’s for the Girls” and many more.
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Take a trip to Whoville with the Nashville Symphony for this special holiday concert, perfect for the whole family. Starting at 10 am, show up early for fun, family-friendly, holiday-themed pre-concert activities, including our Instrument Petting Zoo, crafts, a book nook, and much more.
NOTE: These concerts offer a relaxed atmosphere for patrons of all ages. They are also sensory friendly and offer accommodations for patrons on the autism spectrum and patrons with sensory sensitivities. Learn more.
A Music City holiday tradition returns! GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Dave Barnes and guests perform favorites like “Christmas Tonight,” “All I Want for Christmas Is You,” “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and other selections from his albums Very Merry Christmas and December to Remember. This concert sells quickly, so get your tickets early!
Presented without orchestra
VIP Package
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PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Nashville Symphony Chorus | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor | Tucker Biddlecombe, chorus director
This hilarious and heartwarming holiday tradition is perfect for the whole family. Experience John Williams’ delightful score performed live while the movie is shown on the big screen.
© 1990 Twentieth Century Fox
"Wynton Marsalis returns with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra to perform swingin’ renditions of your favorite holiday tunes. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in style with beloved songs like:
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Series Presenting Partner
Ireland’s most sensational singing group returns to celebrate their 10th anniversary, complete with dramatic lighting, spectacular stage sets and lively choreography. Be there as these dynamic showmen deliver another high-energy performance celebrating the Irish and Celtic traditions.
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Special offer! One (1) Celtic Thunder X 10 Year Celebration CD is included with every order for this show. You will receive an email with instructions on how to redeem this offer approximately 7 days after your ticket purchase.
It promises to be a historic evening as the incomparable Jerry Lee Lewis makes his Schermerhorn debut in his first Music City engagement since 2014. Rock ’n’ roll’s first great wildman and a musical pioneer, Lewis still boasts a one-of-a-kind, flamboyant style that will be on full display for seminal hits like “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Breathless,” “Crazy Arms,” “High School Confidential” and many more.
Few artists in music history can boast a résumé as impressive as that of “The Killer,” now in his seventh decade of an unrivaled career that includes numerous GRAMMY® Awards, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s inaugural class, the Recording Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and an unparalleled impact on countless rock and country artists who have followed in his footsteps.
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PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Nashville Symphony Chorus | Tucker Biddlecombe, chorus director
Featuring the resounding Hallelujah Chorus, it’s Nashville's grandest Messiah – full of passion, drama and passages of stunning beauty. Celebrate the season as your Nashville Symphony & Chorus perform one of the most inspiring works of music ever written.
Drew and Ellie Holcomb and their band The Neighbors bring their annual Christmas celebration back to the Schermerhorn for a night of standards, original holiday tunes and Holcomb favorites like “Fire & Dynamite,” “Live Forever” and “Fight for Love.” Expect some very special guests as one of Nashville Lifestyles’ Hottest Music City Couples rings in the holiday season.
Drew and Ellie Holcomb are a husband and wife Americana duo from Nashville, TN. Shortly after their marriage in 2006, the couple began touring together with Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors. The band has supported many national touring acts including Ryan Adams, The Avett Brothers, Don Henley, and Willie Nelson. Although Ellie is no longer a touring member of "The Neighbors," she has found success in a solo career as a Christian singer/songwriter. Her albums As Sure As The Sun and Red Sea Road have both topped the iTunes Christian chart.
Drew Holcomb still tours nationally with Drew Holcomb and The Neighbors and their most recent album, Souvenir, is their most critically acclaimed release yet.
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One of Christian music’s biggest stars returns to ring in the holiday season with your Nashville Symphony. Bring the family for a very special evening of holiday favorites and original tunes by Michael W. Smith, including:
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year | I'll Be Home for Christmas | The Spirit of Christmas | Joy to the World | O Holy Night | and more
Over five decades, The Oak Ridge Boys’ distinctive blend of country, gospel and pop has earned 30 Top Ten country hits and numerous GRAMMY®, Dove and CMA Awards. With their unmistakable four-part harmonies, these Country Music Hall of Famers will perform a night of holiday favorites and country classics.
The Oak Ridge Boys’ hits include: Elvira • Bobbie Sue • American Made • Thank God for Kids • (I’m Settin’) Fancy Free • & many more
PROGRAM
Smetana – The Moldau from Má Vlast
Cosmos – An HD Odyssey, featuring Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor
Ticket includes complimentary coffee and pastries at 9:30 am.
PROGRAM
Smetana – The Moldau from Má Vlast
Berg – Violin Concerto
Cosmos – An HD Odyssey, featuring Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Gil Shaham, violin
Led by conductor Rob Fisher – the original and only music director for Chicago on Broadway – it’s an unstoppable evening of hit tunes from the longest-running American musical in Broadway history: “All That Jazz,” “Cell Block Tango,” “Roxie,” “We Both Reached for the Gun” and so many more.
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Arnie Roth, conductor
The international concert phenomenon returns! Your Nashville Symphony takes you on a breathtaking musical and visual experience featuring Nobuo Uematsu’s innovative scores from more than three decades of FINAL FANTASY, along with images from the popular video game series projected in stunning HD above the stage.
PROGRAM
Mendelssohn – Calm Sea and Prosperous Voyage
Mozart – Piano Concerto No. 23
Schumann – Symphony No. 2
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Markus Stenz, conductor | Juho Pohjonen, piano
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Your Nashville Symphony celebrates America’s greatest film composer, with unforgettable music from Superman, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, Far and Away, Memoirs of a Geisha, The Cowboys and more. Fun for the whole family!
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
When the orchestra’s music goes missing, Sherlock is on the case and everyone is a suspect. Starting at 10 am, show up early for fun, family-friendly pre-concert activities, including our Instrument Petting Zoo, crafts, a book nook, and much more.
NOTE: These concerts offer a relaxed atmosphere for patrons of all ages. They are also sensory friendly and offer accommodations for patrons on the autism spectrum and patrons with sensory sensitivities. Learn more.
Mountaineer Hilaree Nelson shares the gripping story of leading a National Geographic team on a harrowing journey to the summit of Myanmar’s Hkakabo Razi, possibly Southeast Asia’s highest point. They didn’t realize that the greatest obstacle wouldn’t be their dwindling rations, or the grueling jungle hikes, or the life-threatening hypothermia. It was the force of conflicting personalities that threatened to unravel the entire endeavor. Nelson recounts the tough decisions she had to make to keep the team together, accompanied by photographer Cory Richard’s dramatic stills and clips from Renan Ozturk’s searing documentary Down to Nothing.
Presented without orchestra
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Chris Botti, trumpet
The GRAMMY®-winning trumpeter returns for two nights of romantic favorites in the warm, intimate setting of Schermerhorn Symphony Center.
Series Presenting Partner
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Aleksey Igudesman, violin | Hyung-ki Joo, piano
They've conquered London, Paris, Vienna, Berlin, Tokyo, New York and L.A. They've garnered over 35 million hits on YouTube. Now the talented and hilarious duo Igudesman and Joo take on Music City with a theatrical concert featuring in an unforgettable mashup of comedy and classical music featuring your Nashville Symphony. Musical selections will include Mozart Bond, Alla Molto Turca, A Very Blue Danube and Cleaning vs. Riverdancing, with music by Beethoven, Bach, Rachmaninoff, Strauss, Vivaldi & more. Igudesman and Joo's dream is to make classical music accessible to everyone, so bring your friends and family for this one-of-a-kind concert experience.
PROGRAM
Aaron Jay Kernis – Symphony No. 4, “Chromelodeon” Live Recording
Barber – Cello Concerto
Beethoven – Symphony No. 7
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Alban Gerhardt, cello
Aaron Jay Kernis’ Symphony No. 4 was commissioned by the Nashville Symphony and the New England Conservatory.
PERFORMERS
Pink Martini | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Pink Martini returns with vocalist China Forbes for one night only to perform their singular blend of vintage pop, jazz, classical and global styles. Formed in 1994 by pianist Thomas Lauderdale, these versatile, top-notch players bring heart, humor and cosmopolitan flair to everything they perform. “If the United Nations had a house band in 1962, hopefully we’d be that band,” Lauderdale says.
PROGRAM
Tobias Picker – The Encantadas Live Recording
Mahler – Das Lied von der Erde (The Song of the Earth)
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Tobias Picker, narrator | Michelle DeYoung, alto | Anthony Dean Griffey, tenor
The Nashville Symphony’s Star Wars series continues with the second film in the original trilogy, giving fans of all ages the chance to experience The Empire Strikes Back like never before. Travel to a galaxy far, far away and enjoy this iconic film projected in HD above the stage, while your Nashville Symphony performs John Williams’ thrilling score live.
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PROGRAM
Rimsky-Korsakov – Capriccio espagnol
Lalo – Symphonie espagnole
Turina – Danzas fantásticas
Falla – Suites 1 & 2 from El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat)
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor | Chee Yun, violin
PROGRAM
Lalo – Symphonie espagnole
Falla – Suites 1 & 2 from El sombrero de tres picos (The Three-Cornered Hat)
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Miguel Harth-Bedoya, conductor | Chee Yun, violin
Ticket includes complimentary coffee and pastries at 9:30 am.
As a founding member, singer and songwriter in the band STYX, Dennis DeYoung was an architect of the group’s majestic sound. In this symphonic rock spectacular, he’ll perform classic hits like “Babe,” “Lady,” “Come Sail Away,” “The Best of Times,” “Too Much Time on My Hands,” “Show Me the Way” and “Mr. Roboto,” along with highlights from his solo career, including “Desert Moon” and “This Is the Time.”
Described as a “roving musical laboratory without walls” by the Boston Globe, the Silkroad Ensemble sparks cultural collaboration and passion-driven learning to build a more hopeful world. The performing artists in this singular collective hail from more than 20 countries, drawing on a rich tapestry of traditions to create a new musical language — a uniquely engaging and accessible encounter between the foreign and the familiar.
Presented without orchestra - Yo-Yo Ma will not perform with Silkroad Ensemble at this concert
PROGRAM
Michael Torke – Adjustable Wrench
Weill – Violin Concerto
Bernstein – Symphony No. 3, “Kaddish”
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Jun Iwasaki, violin | Nashville Symphony Chorus | Tucker Biddlecombe, chorus director | Blair Children’s Chorus | Mary Biddlecombe, artistic director
PROGRAM
Christopher Rouse – Supplica Live Recording
Christopher Rouse – Concerto for Orchestra Live Recording
Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 4
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor
PERFORMERS
Under the Streetlamp | Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Featuring leading cast members from the hit musical Jersey Boys, Under the Streetlamp brings a unique blend of tight harmonies and slick dance moves to your favorite doo-wop, Motown and old-time rock ’n’ roll hits. Including songs from The Drifters, Roy Orbison, Nat King Cole, The Beach Boys and The Beatles, plus a show-stopping salute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Princesses and princes alike will adore this new fairytale adventure featuring classic characters and music. Starting at 10 am, show up early for fun, family-friendly pre-concert activities, including our Instrument Petting Zoo, crafts, a book nook, and much more.
NOTE: These concerts offer a relaxed atmosphere for patrons of all ages. They are also sensory friendly and offer accommodations for patrons on the autism spectrum and patrons with sensory sensitivities. Learn more.
With a remarkable career as soloist, composer and bandleader, NEA Jazz Master and GRAMMY®‐winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis remains a vital force in jazz today. Known for their telepathic communication, depth of original repertoire, expressive melodies and unrivaled spirit, his quartet remains one of the genre’s most innovative and forward-thinking ensembles.
Voyage across the oceans with one of National Geographic’s most seasoned photographers and discover a vast, hidden world beneath the waves. Using his camera to communicate, Brian Skerry has spent more than 10,000 hours underwater telling the oceans’ stories. His images celebrate the mystery of the depths and offer portraits of creatures so intimate they sometimes appear to have been shot in a studio. Skerry dives eight months of the year, often in extreme conditions beneath Arctic ice or in predator-infested waters, and has even lived at the bottom of the sea to get close to his subjects.
Presented without orchestra
PROGRAM
Michael Gandolfi – Selections from The Garden of Cosmic Speculation
Sibelius – Symphony No. 5
Rachmaninoff – Piano Concerto No. 3
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Robert Spano, conductor | Simon Trpčeski, piano
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
The world’s top ABBA tribute makes a very special Nashville stop to perform some of the most iconic songs ever written: “Dancing Queen,” “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” “S.O.S.,” “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme” and so many more. Featuring two original members from ABBA’s band and delivering hundreds of performances over the past two decades, ABBA The Concert has audiences all in agreement: This is the closest to ABBA you’ll ever get!
PROGRAM
Messiaen – Turangalîla-symphonie
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano | Cynthia Millar, ondes Martenot
This concert will open with a lecture and demonstration led by Giancarlo Guerrero and the guest artists, with a special focus on the ondes Martenot, a rare vintage electronic instrument featured in Messiaen's Turangalîla-symphonie.
Please note: there will be no pre-concert lecture for this performance.
You-Know-Who™ is not the only one who has returned — Harry Potter™, Ron Weasley™ and Hermione Granger™ are back as well in this unforgettable concert event. Relive the magic with Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix™ displayed on a giant screen in high-definition and accompanied by a symphonic orchestra. Experience Harry and his friends racing through the Department of Mysteries, practicing Defense Against the Dark Arts in secret, and enduring Professor Umbridge™ with Nicholas Hooper’s iconic score!
HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. J.K. ROWLING`S WIZARDING WORLD™ J.K. Rowling and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18)
PROGRAM
Leshnoff – Symphony No. 4 “Heichalos”
Barber – Adagio for Strings
Orff – Carmina Burana
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Giancarlo Guerrero, conductor | Nashville Ballet | Paul Vasterling, artistic director | Duncan Copp, film producer and director | Nashville Symphony Chorus | Tucker Biddlecombe, chorus director | Blair Children’s Chorus | Mary Biddlecombe, artistic director
Experience Carmina Burana as never before in this multimedia sensation featuring updated choreography from the Nashville Ballet and an original film that will bring this bawdy medieval text vividly to life. With its epic score for full orchestra, adult chorus and children’s chorus, Carmina Burana is a feast for the senses, and this is your chance to witness the debut of the Nashville Ballet and Nashville Symphony’s exciting new production.
PERFORMERS
Nashville Symphony | Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Bring the whole family for this very special summer movie event featuring the beloved Disney classic screened in stunning HD, while your Nashville Symphony performs Alan Menken’s Oscar-winning score live.
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