A stunning display of virtuosity and interplay performed by Aviva Hakanoglu, principal second violin, and Nicholas Jeffery, principal viola.
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 ...
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 ...
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.
The Symphony continues its beloved tradition with our annual concert, a vibrant homage to Mexican culture featuring traditional music and dance. Free and open to the public!
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, November 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 ...
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.
South Bend’s favorite holiday tradition returns with Maestro Alastair Willis and a choir! A spectacular program of cherished Christmas carols and memorable seasonal tunes that bring joy to all. The perfect gift for the whole family.
South Bend’s favorite holiday tradition returns with Maestro Alastair Willis and a choir! A spectacular program of cherished Christmas carols and memorable seasonal tunes that bring joy to all. The perfect gift for the whole family.
Oboist Jennet Ingle walks us through the work of Prokofiev the world premiere Oboe Concerto by Kincaid Rabb, and more!
The Symphony welcomes acclaimed clarinetist Anthony McGill for an emotionally powerful evening featuring Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 6.
Romance is in the air with a special Valentine’s collaboration between the Symphony and indie-folk duo The Bergamot.
South Bend Symphony Concertmaster Jameson Cooper takes center stage as the Symphony presents Beethoven’s Eroica—a revolutionary masterpiece of heroism, resilience, and triumph.
Celebrate Local highlights South Bend’s vibrant compositional talent, showcasing works by local composers. Featuring works by John Liberatore, Jorge Muñiz, and Marjorie Rusche.
Cellist Joshua Roman takes center stage to perform Dvořák’s Cello Concerto, a masterful work showcasing the cello’s expressive depth and technical brilliance.
The season crescendos with Carmina Burana, a spectacular choral work featuring the South Bend Chamber Singers, Saint Mary’s College Belles Voix, Notre Dame Glee Club, and Notre Dame Chorale.
The season closes with the music of John Williams with a thrilling evening dedicated to the legendary film composer’s most iconic scores. Music from blockbuster hits such as Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, and so much more!
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.