The epic tradition returns for one night only—Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture—performed exactly as the composer intended, with real live cannons! Celebrate the patriotic season as the symphony brings this explosive masterpiece to life, along with other favorites to enjoy in the great outdoors.
Rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™. CineConcerts brings the beloved film to life with the Utah Symphony performing John Williams` iconic score. Immerse yourself in the magic as you watch a house-elf make trouble, a car fly, a giant talking spider, a mysterious diary, and much more set to the music you know and love. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event, flying to Abravanel Hall!
All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
Rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™. CineConcerts brings the beloved film to life with the Utah Symphony performing John Williams` iconic score. Immerse yourself in the magic as you watch a house-elf make trouble, a car fly, a giant talking spider, a mysterious diary, and much more set to the music you know and love. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event, flying to Abravanel Hall!
All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
Rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™. CineConcerts brings the beloved film to life with the Utah Symphony performing John Williams` iconic score. Immerse yourself in the magic as you watch a house-elf make trouble, a car fly, a giant talking spider, a mysterious diary, and much more set to the music you know and love. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime event, flying to Abravanel Hall!
All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.
Acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss returns to the Utah Symphony with Grieg’s only piano concerto—a playful and passionate masterpiece packed with fiery moments, gorgeous melodies, and a Norwegian folk-inspired finale that never fails to thrill.
Under the baton of Anja Bihlmaier, making her Utah Symphony debut, the evening begins with Olly Wilson’s Shango Memory, a powerful tribute to the Nigerian god of thunder that weaves together African and American musical traditions.
The concert reaches its grand finale with Schumann’s "Spring” Symphony, where optimism and renewal bloom in every note. Inspired by the promise of the blossoming season (and a little encouragement from his wife Clara), Schumann’s symphony is the perfect burst of springtime energy no matter the time of year.
Acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss returns to the Utah Symphony with Grieg’s only piano concerto—a playful and passionate masterpiece packed with fiery moments, gorgeous melodies, and a Norwegian folk-inspired finale that never fails to thrill.
Under the baton of Anja Bihlmaier, making her Utah Symphony debut, the evening begins with Olly Wilson’s Shango Memory, a powerful tribute to the Nigerian god of thunder that weaves together African and American musical traditions.
The concert reaches its grand finale with Schumann’s "Spring” Symphony, where optimism and renewal bloom in every note. Inspired by the promise of the blossoming season (and a little encouragement from his wife Clara), Schumann’s symphony is the perfect burst of springtime energy no matter the time of year.
Acclaimed pianist Orion Weiss returns to the Utah Symphony with Grieg’s only piano concerto—a playful and passionate masterpiece packed with fiery moments, gorgeous melodies, and a Norwegian folk-inspired finale that never fails to thrill.
Under the baton of Anja Bihlmaier, making her Utah Symphony debut, the evening begins with Olly Wilson’s Shango Memory, a powerful tribute to the Nigerian god of thunder that weaves together African and American musical traditions.
The concert reaches its grand finale with Schumann’s "Spring” Symphony, where optimism and renewal bloom in every note. Inspired by the promise of the blossoming season (and a little encouragement from his wife Clara), Schumann’s symphony is the perfect burst of springtime energy no matter the time of year.
Delyana Lazarova takes the stage for her debut as Principal Guest Conductor, bringing a program full of timeless elegance. You’ll be swept away by the lyrical splendor and virtuosity of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, performed by Geneva Lewis in a dazzling display of musical mastery.
The evening begins with Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, a tribute to French Baroque that was written in memory of friends lost in World War I, transforming remembrance into a celebration of beauty and resilience. The concert culminates with the joy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, bursting with sparkling contrasts—just the kind of symphony that reminds us to embrace life’s brightest moments.
Delyana Lazarova takes the stage for her debut as Principal Guest Conductor, bringing a program full of timeless elegance. You’ll be swept away by the lyrical splendor and virtuosity of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, performed by Geneva Lewis in a dazzling display of musical mastery.
The evening begins with Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, a tribute to French Baroque that was written in memory of friends lost in World War I, transforming remembrance into a celebration of beauty and resilience. The concert culminates with the joy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, bursting with sparkling contrasts—just the kind of symphony that reminds us to embrace life’s brightest moments.
Delyana Lazarova takes the stage for her debut as Principal Guest Conductor, bringing a program full of timeless elegance. You’ll be swept away by the lyrical splendor and virtuosity of Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto, performed by Geneva Lewis in a dazzling display of musical mastery.
The evening begins with Ravel’s Le tombeau de Couperin, a tribute to French Baroque that was written in memory of friends lost in World War I, transforming remembrance into a celebration of beauty and resilience. The concert culminates with the joy of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4, bursting with sparkling contrasts—just the kind of symphony that reminds us to embrace life’s brightest moments.
Celebrate the rich rhythms and vibrant traditions of classical and popular Latin American music when conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez returns to the podium, bringing his electrifying energy and passion. Lively performances, delicious food, and bustling vendors kick off the festivities on the Abravanel Hall plaza before the concert. Immerse yourself in the culture, dance to the beat, and experience the sounds of Latin America at this annual festival during Hispanic Heritage Month!
Immerse yourself in the legendary sounds of Phil Collins and Genesis, reimagined with the full force of the Utah Symphony! Known for his iconic drum solos, powerful vocals, and unforgettable songwriting, Phil Collins left an indelible mark on rock and pop music—both as the frontman of Genesis and as a solo artist.
With two dynamic vocalists joining the Utah Symphony, the stage will come alive as timeless hits like “In the Air Tonight,” “Sussudio,” and “Take Me Home” soar to new symphonic heights. This is an electrifying celebration of symphonic rock that you won’t want to miss.
Immerse yourself in the legendary sounds of Phil Collins and Genesis, reimagined with the full force of the Utah Symphony! Known for his iconic drum solos, powerful vocals, and unforgettable songwriting, Phil Collins left an indelible mark on rock and pop music—both as the frontman of Genesis and as a solo artist.
With two dynamic vocalists joining the Utah Symphony, the stage will come alive as timeless hits like “In the Air Tonight,” “Sussudio,” and “Take Me Home” soar to new symphonic heights. This is an electrifying celebration of symphonic rock that you won’t want to miss.
Immerse yourself in the legendary sounds of Phil Collins and Genesis, reimagined with the full force of the Utah Symphony! Known for his iconic drum solos, powerful vocals, and unforgettable songwriting, Phil Collins left an indelible mark on rock and pop music—both as the frontman of Genesis and as a solo artist.
With two dynamic vocalists joining the Utah Symphony, the stage will come alive as timeless hits like “In the Air Tonight,” “Sussudio,” and “Take Me Home” soar to new symphonic heights. This is an electrifying celebration of symphonic rock that you won’t want to miss.
Prepare for a night of chills, thrills, and spine-tingling tunes as our musicians bring your favorite spooky classics to life! With ghostly melodies and hair-raising harmonies, it’s a musical adventure that will leave you spellbound. Bring the whole family and wear a costume to be entered into our contest—witches, ghouls, and creatures of the night are all welcome!
Start your morning off right with a behind-the-scenes look at the process of bringing our concerts to the stage. Finishing Touches gives our audience the opportunity to observe working rehearsals; selections from the program will be rehearsed at the discretion of the conductor.
Our orchestra gives its very first performance of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 1, unveiling a masterpiece brimming with youthful intensity and the raw vulnerability of a composer establishing his voice.
The program opens with Boulez’s Mémoriale, a piece that broke new ground with its intricate textures and vivid soundscapes—a fitting prelude to an evening dedicated to the thrill of first encounters in music. Be among the first to experience Steven Mackey’s Saxophone Concerto, a daring work fresh from its world premiere in California, performed by the remarkable Timothy McAllister—one of the instrument’s most celebrated virtuosos. A trailblazing composer known for his inventive style, Mackey embraces a bold and genre-defying approach, making this a highly anticipated new concerto.
Our orchestra gives its very first performance of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 1, unveiling a masterpiece brimming with youthful intensity and the raw vulnerability of a composer establishing his voice.
The program opens with Boulez’s Mémoriale, a piece that broke new ground with its intricate textures and vivid soundscapes—a fitting prelude to an evening dedicated to the thrill of first encounters in music. Be among the first to experience Steven Mackey’s Saxophone Concerto, a daring work fresh from its world premiere in California, performed by the remarkable Timothy McAllister—one of the instrument’s most celebrated virtuosos. A trailblazing composer known for his inventive style, Mackey embraces a bold and genre-defying approach, making this a highly anticipated new concerto.
Our orchestra gives its very first performance of Rachmaninoff’s Symphony No. 1, unveiling a masterpiece brimming with youthful intensity and the raw vulnerability of a composer establishing his voice.
The program opens with Boulez’s Mémoriale, a piece that broke new ground with its intricate textures and vivid soundscapes—a fitting prelude to an evening dedicated to the thrill of first encounters in music. Be among the first to experience Steven Mackey’s Saxophone Concerto, a daring work fresh from its world premiere in California, performed by the remarkable Timothy McAllister—one of the instrument’s most celebrated virtuosos. A trailblazing composer known for his inventive style, Mackey embraces a bold and genre-defying approach, making this a highly anticipated new concerto.
Brace yourself for Mahler’s “Titan” Symphony—a whirlwind of nature’s awakening, a wedding procession, a funeral march, and a finale that could move mountains. With its vivid orchestration and emotional punches, this symphony stands as a testament to Mahler’s genius, blending folk influences with grandeur that will leave you breathless.
Preceding this monumental work is Béla Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 3, a heart-wrenching gift to his wife, crafted during his battle with leukemia. The piano and orchestra dance in intimate harmony, starting with serenity, turning raw with emotion, and wrapping up in a deeply reflective and profound farewell.
Brace yourself for Mahler’s “Titan” Symphony—a whirlwind of nature’s awakening, a wedding procession, a funeral march, and a finale that could move mountains. With its vivid orchestration and emotional punches, this symphony stands as a testament to Mahler’s genius, blending folk influences with grandeur that will leave you breathless.
Preceding this monumental work is Béla Bartók’s Piano Concerto No. 3, a heart-wrenching gift to his wife, crafted during his battle with leukemia. The piano and orchestra dance in intimate harmony, starting with serenity, turning raw with emotion, and wrapping up in a deeply reflective and profound farewell.
Prepare for a journey through the soul-stirring landscapes of life and death with Tchaikovsky’s final work—his “Pathétique” Symphony. Composed just days before his own death, this symphony poignantly explores Tchaikovsky’s deeply personal struggle of longing, brimming with vulnerability. He shared, “I love it as I have never loved any one of my musical offspring before.” And trust us, you’ll feel that love in every note.
Fauré’s Requiem was also written in the wake of personal loss, but offers a serene, hopeful view of death, choosing peaceful release over judgment. His “Pie Jesu” and “In Paradisum” soar with transcendent beauty, transforming death into an aspiration for happiness rather than a fearsome end.