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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

October 24, 2025 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s String Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with four remarkable instruments: the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. The Symphony’s professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert

Indiana Trust Pops Series

October 25, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

The Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to the Morris Performing Arts Center with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert, the third film in the Harry Potter series. For two performances, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score live from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ while the entire film plays in high-definition!    About Ron Spigelman - Guest Conductor Australian conductor Ron Spigelman was recently appointed the Principal Pops Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic. Earlier in his career he was the Associate Conductor in Buffalo Philharmonic and the Fort Worth Symphony, Music Director of the Texas Ballet Theater, San Angelo Symphony (TX), Texas Chamber Orchestra, Springfield Symphony (MO), and the Lake Placid Sinfonietta (NY) where he is now conductor emeritus. He has also served as Principal Pops Conductor of the Fort Worth and Syracuse Symphony. Recent guest conducting appearances include Atlanta, St. Louis, Baltimore, Utah, Oregon, Kansas City, Vancouver, Nashville Symphonies, and the Minnesota Orchestra. He has conducted Symphonic, Ballet, Opera, Musical Theatre and Pops plus over 30 live-to-film productions including all eight of the Harry Potter films. Guest artists he has accompanied include Horacio Gutierrez, Rachel Barton Pine, Richard Stoltzman, Marvin Hamlisch, Peter Paul & Mary, James Taylor, Leslie Odom Jr., Gladys Knight and many others. Career highlights include the world premiere of Pegasus by Lowell Liebermann with the Dallas Symphony, his Carnegie Hall debut with the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the world premiere recording of Sylvan by Michael Torke with the Lake Placid Sinfonietta. Ron lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his wife Laura, they have a combined 6 children. He is board president of Harmony Project Tulsa, bringing instrumental instruction to underserved youth in collaboration with the Tulsa Public Schools. He also recently graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Human Development at Arizona State University receiving the dean’s medal for academic ...

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Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert

Indiana Trust Pops Series

October 26, 2025 / 2:30 p.m.

The Harry Potter Film Concert Series returns to the Morris Performing Arts Center with Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ in Concert, the third film in the Harry Potter series. For two performances, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra performs John Williams’ unforgettable score live from Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban™ while the entire film plays in high-definition!  About Ron Spigelman - Guest Conductor Australian conductor Ron Spigelman was recently appointed the Principal Pops Conductor of the Buffalo Philharmonic. Earlier in his career he was the Associate Conductor in Buffalo Philharmonic and the Fort Worth Symphony, Music Director of the Texas Ballet Theater, San Angelo Symphony (TX), Texas Chamber Orchestra, Springfield Symphony (MO), and the Lake Placid Sinfonietta (NY) where he is now conductor emeritus. He has also served as Principal Pops Conductor of the Fort Worth and Syracuse Symphony. Recent guest conducting appearances include Atlanta, St. Louis, Baltimore, Utah, Oregon, Kansas City, Vancouver, Nashville Symphonies, and the Minnesota Orchestra. He has conducted Symphonic, Ballet, Opera, Musical Theatre and Pops plus over 30 live-to-film productions including all eight of the Harry Potter films. Guest artists he has accompanied include Horacio Gutierrez, Rachel Barton Pine, Richard Stoltzman, Marvin Hamlisch, Peter Paul & Mary, James Taylor, Leslie Odom Jr., Gladys Knight and many others. Career highlights include the world premiere of Pegasus by Lowell Liebermann with the Dallas Symphony, his Carnegie Hall debut with the Buffalo Philharmonic, and the world premiere recording of Sylvan by Michael Torke with the Lake Placid Sinfonietta. Ron lives in Tulsa, Oklahoma with his wife Laura, they have a combined 6 children. He is board president of Harmony Project Tulsa, bringing instrumental instruction to underserved youth in collaboration with the Tulsa Public Schools. He also recently graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in Family and Human Development at Arizona State University receiving the dean’s medal for academic excellence ...

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

October 31, 2025 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s Wind Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with five remarkable instruments: the flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon. These five professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Viva la Música and Berlioz Fantastique

Jack M. Champaigne Masterworks Series

November 1, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.

Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique anchors a thrilling program that celebrates bold imagination and vibrant cultural expression. From Copland’s El Salón México and Revueltas’ La Noche de los Mayas with its driving rhythms, to Moncayo’s Huapango and its stirring melodies, this concert becomes an immersive performance celebrating the spirit of Latin America. Westwater Arts brilliantly marries panoramic photography with live classical performances, creating a breathtaking fusion of visual and musical artistry.   Program SILVESTRE REVUELTAS – La Noche de los Mayas with Pre-Columbia visual concerto*  I. Mvt. 1 (I. Lento molto sostenuto)  AARON COPLAND – El Salόn México with Mágico visual concerto*  JOSÉ PABLO MONCAYO – Huapango with Mágico visual concerto*  — Intermission —  HECTOR BERLIOZ – Symphonie fantastique, Op. 14  I. Daydreams (Largo) – Passions (Allegro agitato e appassionato assai)   II. A Ball (Valse. Allegro non troppo)  III. In the Fields (Adagio)  IV. March to the Scaffold (Allegretto non troppo)  V. Sabbath Night Dream (Larghetto – Allegro – Dies irae – Sabbath Round (Un peu retenu) – Dies irae and Sabbath Round together)    About Westwater Arts For over 50 years, Westwater Arts has redefined how audiences experience orchestral concerts through its pioneering art form, symphonic photochoreography. What began in 1973 with founder James Westwater and the Columbus Symphony Orchestra has grown into an internationally recognized fusion of music and imagery, performed with more than 200 orchestras worldwide. Early collaborations brought photochoreography to major stages, including the Kennedy Center with the National Symphony Orchestra, and James went on to create iconic works such as Reflections of the Spirit and The Eternal Struggle. In 2009, Nicholas Bardonnay joined the company, bringing fresh creativity and technological innovation. Before James’s retirement in 2014, the two collaborated on major commissions, including Grand Canyon Country and Czech Journeys. Since then, Nicholas has expanded the repertoire and global reach of Westwater Arts, drawing inspiration from travels across Iceland, Mexico, U.S. National Parks, ...

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Día de los Muertos

Shein Trust Community Series

November 2, 2025 / 3:00 p.m.

The Symphony continues its beloved tradition with our annual concert, a vibrant homage to Mexican culture featuring traditional music and dance.  No cost to attend, tickets required to save your seats.   Program Ballet Folklórico Guadalupano REVUELTAS La Noche de los Mayas (with Westwater Arts) MONCAYO Huapango (with Westwater Arts) Victor PICHARDO Arr. Gustavo Leone Encuentro: Suite de Danzas Yucatecas (with Sones de México) Sones de México

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YPDC – The Orchestra Moves

Shein Family Young People's Discovery Concerts

November 5 & 6, 2025

The South Bend Symphony Orchestra is excited to present the Shein Trust Young People's Discovery Concerts (YPDC) on November 5 & 6 at the Morris Performing Arts Center! In partnership with Carnegie Hall's Link Up National Program, the Symphony will present "The Orchestra Moves" program under the baton of guest conductor Carolyn Watson. These hands-on concerts aim to spark curiosity in young audiences and cultivate a lasting love for orchestral music by involving students as active participants in the music-making process. Music is all about movement! It flows through time, rises and falls, and creates beautiful patterns that stir our emotions. Whether it's a soft melody that makes us sway or an energetic beat that gets us dancing, music has the power to move both our hearts and our bodies. Reserve Your FREE Tickets for YPDC Today! Don't miss this unforgettable musical adventure! These popular concerts fill up quickly, so please be sure to secure your spots early. School registration will close on Monday, October 27 at 5:00 p.m.   How to Reserve Your Tickets For Groups of 20 or More (Schools & Educational Organizations): Educators and school leaders, please complete our school registration form to reserve your spots and help us plan the best possible experience for your students. [button label="Click me" link="https://forms.monday.com/forms/08ecad66066943137f0370ccd3a12a64?r=use1" color="primary"] For General Admission & Small Groups (Individual Families, Homeschool Groups Under 20): [button label="Click me" link="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/shein-trust-young-peoples-discovery-concerts-tickets-1517552383029?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp" color="primary"] Please note: All groups of 20 or more attendees must use the school registration form to ensure proper planning and coordination.   Program MOZART Marriage of Figaro Overture CABANISS “Orchestra Families” STRAUSS The Blue Danube BIZET/CABANISS Toreador Chorus & Variations BIZET “Toreador” from Carmen BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 5, I. “Allegro con brio” DAI WEI “The Dancing Moonlight” OFFENBACH Can-Can TCHAIKOVSKY “Neapolitan Dance” from Swan Lake BOULOGNE String Quartet No.1, Mvt. II: “Rondo, Minuetto grazioso” FILHO / CABANISS “Cidade Maravilhosa”   About Carolyn Watson, Conductor Carolyn Watson is ...

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Shein Trust Family Concert: Firebird And Friends

Shein Trust Community Series

November 30, 2025 / 2:30 p.m.

Join us for a heartwarming conclusion to your Thanksgiving weekend with the annual Shein Trust Family Concert! Gather the whole family for an enchanting musical journey suitable for all ages. From Tchaikovsky’s “Dance of the Swans” and Saint-Saëns’ elegant “The Swan,” to the charming antics of Respighi’s “The Hen” and Mussorgsky’s “Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks,” young listeners and seasoned concertgoers alike will be swept into a vibrant orchestra menagerie. Audiences will also enjoy characterful excerpts from Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6 that highlight the instruments of the orchestra with humor and heart. Come early and enjoy a fun filled craft!   Program PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY “Dance of the Swans” from Swan Lake, Op. 20 OTTORINO RESPIGHI The Hen MODEST MUSSORGSKY / arr. Ravel Ballet of the Unhatched Chicks CAMILLE SAINT-SAËNS The Swan PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY “Scene” from Swan Lake, Op. 20 SERGEI PROKOFIEV Peter and the Wolf excerpts LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVEN Symphony No. 6 II. Andante molto mosso IGOR STRAVINSKY Firebird Suite excerpts “Infernal Dance” “Berceuse” “Final”   About Naima Burrs  Naima Burrs, a violinist and conductor from Richmond, Virginia, has built a dynamic career as both performer and educator. As a violinist, she has appeared with ensembles including the Richmond Symphony, Roanoke Symphony, Williamsburg Symphony, and Waterloo-Cedar Falls Symphony, and has held leadership roles as principal second violin with Opera on the James and concertmaster of Summer Garden Opera. Her conducting training includes the prestigious Domaine Forget International Music Festival, where she studied with Yannick Nézet-Séguin. In 2022, Burrs was appointed Music Director of the Petersburg Symphony Orchestra, completing two celebrated seasons. She currently leads the University of Richmond Symphony Orchestra, where she also serves on the faculty, and is Director of Orchestral Activities at Virginia State University. Recent highlights include conducting debuts with the Richmond Symphony, Richmond Ballet, and National Philharmonic, where she was appointed Youth Concert ...

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

December 12, 2025 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s String Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with four remarkable instruments: the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. The Symphony’s professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Musician Favorites: From Jennet

June H. Edwards Mosaic Series

January 11, 2026 / 2:30 p.m.

Oboist Jennet Ingle walks us through the work of Handel, Morricone, Stacy Garrop and a world premiere concerto by Kincaid Rabb!     About Jennet Ingle Jennet Ingle has been Principal Oboist of the South Bend Symphony Orchestra since 2006. Jennet is a soloist at heart, joyfully taking over any stage that will have her.   As the owner and operator of Jennet Ingle Reeds, she makes and sells over two hundred handmade reeds every month, and helps oboists with their own reed-making through her YouTube series, The Five Minute Reedmaker, her weekly online Reed Club, and her beginner course, Zero to Reedmaker. She encourages musicians to thrive in their creative careers with her podcast, Crushing Classical, her book, The Happiest Musician, and 1:1 business and mindset coaching. Jennet can be found on the web at www.jennetingle.com.    About Fernanda Lastra, Guest Conductor Born in Mar del Plata, Argentina, Fernanda Lastra is a passionate and creative conductor, recognized for her artistic leadership and captivating performances. Deeply committed to fostering music appreciation across all ages, she designs well-balanced programs that enrich the concert experience, guided by her belief in the power of music to unite, heal, and nurture emotional intelligence. Equally devoted to building meaningful connections within the community, she strives to create a vibrant musical legacy for future generations. Lastra is also a dedicated advocate for Latin American composers, with a special focus on preserving and promoting Argentina’s musical heritage. 

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

January 30, 2026 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s Brass Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with four remarkable brass instruments: the trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba. The Symphony’s professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

February 27, 2026 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s Wind Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with five remarkable instruments: the flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon. These five professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

March 27, 2026 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s String Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with four remarkable instruments: the violin, viola, cello, and double bass. The Symphony’s professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

April 17, 2026 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s Brass Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song.Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with four remarkable brass instruments: the trumpet, French horn, trombone, and tuba. The Symphony’s professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Shein Trust Listen + Learn Chamber Music Series

May 8, 2026 / 4:00 p.m.

Join the South Bend Symphony’s Wind Quintet at the Saint Joseph County Public Library as they transform the cozy corner of The Story House into a family-friendly concert hall where melodies dance through the air and dreams come alive through song. Young music lovers will have the opportunity to get up close and personal with five remarkable instruments: the flute, oboe, clarinet, French horn, and bassoon. These five professional musicians will share stories about their instruments and demonstrate how these five voices blend together to create a rich tapestry of sound. This special performance is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Shein Trust Community Series, whose commitment to bringing high-quality arts experiences to our community ensures that these magical musical moments remain accessible to all families!

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Octet

Octet is a unique, immersive experience offering visitors the chance to get closer to orchestral music than ever before. The project, a collaboration with the Riverlights Music Festival, aims to recreate the feeling of being in an orchestra by situating the listener within a three-dimensional soundscape.

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