Experience Beethoven at his most powerful and exhilarating. Symphony No. 7 surges with driving rhythms and soaring melodies — a work Wagner called "the apotheosis of the dance." The program also features the majestic "Emperor" Piano Concerto, performed by returning favorite Sean Chen, an award-winning pianist, arranger, and composer.
Holiday Pops audience favorite guest conductor Lonnie Klein makes his long-awaited return with a program of holiday favorites with a swinging twist — vocals by Dominic Fortuna. This joyful concert blends classic carols, big-band energy, and plenty of cheer — warm, nostalgic, and guaranteed to leave you humming all the way home.
Holiday Pops audience favorite guest conductor Lonnie Klein makes his long-awaited return with a program of holiday favorites with a swinging twist — vocals by Dominic Fortuna. This joyful concert blends classic carols, big-band energy, and plenty of cheer — warm, nostalgic, and guaranteed to leave you humming all the way home.
Mozart's final masterpiece, left unfinished, continues to move audiences 236 years after his untimely death. Renowned choral conductor Daniel Singer — who directs the Mendelssohn Choir of Pittsburgh and serves as Assistant Conductor of the Cleveland Orchestra choruses — leads the TC Phil and NMC Choirs in a performance full of drama and transcendent beauty.
Energy, vitality, and heart-aching songs permeate Tchaikovsky's beloved Serenade for Strings, from its noble opening to its dazzling finale. TC Phil's acclaimed Concertmaster Tina Chang Qu steps in front of the orchestra for the first time as Concertmaster with the worldwide favorite, Vivaldi's Four Seasons — a full year of nature in sound.
Northern Michigan's orchestra and Community Music School, led by Maestro Kevin Rhodes.