Utah Symphony | Utah Opera’s annual Access to Music concert is presented for people with disabilities and their families. Utah Opera Resident Artists and the Utah Symphony will perform some of the most recognizable music in the classical repertoire!

This hour-long performance is a sensory-friendly opportunity for all to experience live music without any expectation to remain seated or refrain from audible or physical reactions. All ages welcome!

This concert is FREE but tickets are required.

Three-time Tony Award winner Patti LuPone celebrates the 25th Anniversary of her acclaimed Broadway theatrical concert Matters of the Heart, which she’s performed worldwide. In this celebrated program, Ms. LuPone delves into the crimes, affairs, and mysteries of the heart through electrifying renditions of more than two dozen love songs—from Broadway classics to hits by today’s top songwriters.

*Utah Symphony | Utah Opera musicians will not perform at this concert.

Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer returns to the podium for a luminous program that embraces joy, unity, and wonder. At its heart is Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, capturing the innocence of childhood with delicate orchestration and lyrical warmth.

The evening opens with Tania León’s Ser, a dynamic piece that explores the concept of identity and existence through a rich fusion of rhythmic textures and cultural influences. Mozart’s Exsultate, jubilate—a work for soprano and small orchestra—brims with exuberance and culminates in a jubilant “Alleluia.”

Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer returns to the podium for a luminous program that embraces joy, unity, and wonder. At its heart is Mahler’s Symphony No. 4, capturing the innocence of childhood with delicate orchestration and lyrical warmth.

The evening opens with Tania León’s Ser, a dynamic piece that explores the concept of identity and existence through a rich fusion of rhythmic textures and cultural influences. Mozart’s Exsultate, jubilate—a work for soprano and small orchestra—brims with exuberance and culminates in a jubilant “Alleluia.”

Acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough—a true master of his craft, longtime collaborator with our orchestra, and favorite among audiences—interprets Rachmaninoff’s perpetually popular Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Beginning with a simple theme, Rachmaninoff playfully reinvents it in 24 distinct variations, each one more imaginative than the last! The iconic 18th variation is widely regarded as one of the most achingly beautiful melodies ever written.

The evening bursts to life with Tchaikovsky’s Polonaise from The Golden Slippers, a rousing display of flair and festive spirit that transforms the traditional Polish dance into a whirlwind of orchestral talent. Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, a potent blend of personal anguish and social commentary, moves between moments of triumph and complexity, capturing the frenetic rollercoaster of life under Soviet rule.

Acclaimed pianist Sir Stephen Hough—a true master of his craft, longtime collaborator with our orchestra, and favorite among audiences—interprets Rachmaninoff’s perpetually popular Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini. Beginning with a simple theme, Rachmaninoff playfully reinvents it in 24 distinct variations, each one more imaginative than the last! The iconic 18th variation is widely regarded as one of the most achingly beautiful melodies ever written.

The evening bursts to life with Tchaikovsky’s Polonaise from The Golden Slippers, a rousing display of flair and festive spirit that transforms the traditional Polish dance into a whirlwind of orchestral talent. Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, a potent blend of personal anguish and social commentary, moves between moments of triumph and complexity, capturing the frenetic rollercoaster of life under Soviet rule.

Break out the tissues and get ready to experience this beloved animated classic like never before! Watch the unlikely duo of Carl and Russell on their hilarious and heartwarming journey to a lost world in Disney and Pixar’s Up in Concert. The Utah Symphony performs the sentimental Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score live as Carl and Russell triumph over danger—while discovering friends in unexpected places.

Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts.

Break out the tissues and get ready to experience this beloved animated classic like never before! Watch the unlikely duo of Carl and Russell on their hilarious and heartwarming journey to a lost world in Disney and Pixar’s Up in Concert. The Utah Symphony performs the sentimental Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score live as Carl and Russell triumph over danger—while discovering friends in unexpected places.

Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts.

Break out the tissues and get ready to experience this beloved animated classic like never before! Watch the unlikely duo of Carl and Russell on their hilarious and heartwarming journey to a lost world in Disney and Pixar’s Up in Concert. The Utah Symphony performs the sentimental Oscar® and Grammy®-winning composer Michael Giacchino’s musical score live as Carl and Russell triumph over danger—while discovering friends in unexpected places.

Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts.

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.

Concertmaster Madeline Adkins takes center stage for John Adams’ Violin Concerto, a pulse-pounding fusion of rhythmic vitality and expressive harmonies. An audience favorite for a reason, Adkins’ virtuosity and magnetic stage presence make her the perfect match for this electrifying showcase.

Christopher Rouse’s Rapture lifts the evening with an ecstatic crescendo of soaring intensity. Elliott Carter’s Holiday Overture follows, bursting with post-World War II optimism and the triumphant spirit of 1945. Finally, Roy Harris’ Symphony No. 3 closes the program with a sweeping portrait of the American landscape, moving from struggle to ascending beauty in a display of grandeur and depth.

Concertmaster Madeline Adkins takes center stage for John Adams’ Violin Concerto, a pulse-pounding fusion of rhythmic vitality and expressive harmonies. An audience favorite for a reason, Adkins’ virtuosity and magnetic stage presence make her the perfect match for this electrifying showcase.

Christopher Rouse’s Rapture lifts the evening with an ecstatic crescendo of soaring intensity. Elliott Carter’s Holiday Overture follows, bursting with post-World War II optimism and the triumphant spirit of 1945. Finally, Roy Harris’ Symphony No. 3 closes the program with a sweeping portrait of the American landscape, moving from struggle to ascending beauty in a display of grandeur and depth.

Concertmaster Madeline Adkins takes center stage for John Adams’ Violin Concerto, a pulse-pounding fusion of rhythmic vitality and expressive harmonies. An audience favorite for a reason, Adkins’ virtuosity and magnetic stage presence make her the perfect match for this electrifying showcase.

Christopher Rouse’s Rapture lifts the evening with an ecstatic crescendo of soaring intensity. Elliott Carter’s Holiday Overture follows, bursting with post-World War II optimism and the triumphant spirit of 1945. Finally, Roy Harris’ Symphony No. 3 closes the program with a sweeping portrait of the American landscape, moving from struggle to ascending beauty in a display of grandeur and depth.

Dive into a program where the sea meets romance in waves of musical brilliance. Debussy’s La mer gives the sea a voice as it conjures waves, winds, and the shimmering play of light on water. Opening the program, discover Arnold Bax’s Tintagel, which brings to life the crashing waves and eerie beauty of a legendary castle perched by the sea.

Then, be swept off your feet with Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 1, full of flirtatious energy. Debussy’s Petite Suite will transport you to a world of aristocratic leisure with its whimsical charm, flowing rhythms, and ripples of a grand dance.

Dive into a program where the sea meets romance in waves of musical brilliance. Debussy’s La mer gives the sea a voice as it conjures waves, winds, and the shimmering play of light on water. Opening the program, discover Arnold Bax’s Tintagel, which brings to life the crashing waves and eerie beauty of a legendary castle perched by the sea.

Then, be swept off your feet with Mendelssohn’s Piano Concerto No. 1, full of flirtatious energy. Debussy’s Petite Suite will transport you to a world of aristocratic leisure with its whimsical charm, flowing rhythms, and ripples of a grand dance.

Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals brings a parade of animals to life—and with a brand-new companion piece by Utah local (and audience favorite!) Andrew Maxfield, there’s even more fun to explore. From the march of the roaring lions to the fluttering birds heard in the flutes, The Carnival of the Animals is a tuneful adventure that’ll have imaginations running wild! Round up your little critters and join us for a paws-itively unforgettable day.

Family Series concerts are roughly 60 minutes—perfect for wiggly bodies under 10—and include hands-on pre-concert activities in the lobby!

Experience a truly moving performance as 24-year-old virtuoso Alexander Malofeev graces the stage for Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. A winner of the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, Malofeev brings a unique and heartfelt interpretation.

Begin your journey aboard Matthew Jackfert’s Foggy Moon Over the Gorge, which paints the seafaring landscape of the misty New River Gorge with vibrant melodies and evocative colors. Next, feel the allure of Scriabin’s Symphony No. 2, a five-movement epic where recurring themes rise and fall like waves, pulling you into a storm of sound.

Experience a truly moving performance as 24-year-old virtuoso Alexander Malofeev graces the stage for Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. A winner of the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, Malofeev brings a unique and heartfelt interpretation.

Begin your journey aboard Matthew Jackfert’s Foggy Moon Over the Gorge, which paints the seafaring landscape of the misty New River Gorge with vibrant melodies and evocative colors. Next, feel the allure of Scriabin’s Symphony No. 2, a five-movement epic where recurring themes rise and fall like waves, pulling you into a storm of sound.

Experience a truly moving performance as 24-year-old virtuoso Alexander Malofeev graces the stage for Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 2. A winner of the International Tchaikovsky Competition for Young Musicians, Malofeev brings a unique and heartfelt interpretation.

Begin your journey aboard Matthew Jackfert’s Foggy Moon Over the Gorge, which paints the seafaring landscape of the misty New River Gorge with vibrant melodies and evocative colors. Next, feel the allure of Scriabin’s Symphony No. 2, a five-movement epic where recurring themes rise and fall like waves, pulling you into a storm of sound.

Be transported through lush landscapes with Respighi’s The Pines of Rome. From playful moments in the Villa Borghese, to the moonlit serenity of the Janiculum, to the mystical sounds of the Appian Way at dawn, this is a captivating journey among the iconic pine trees of the Eternal City.

Strauss’ opera Der Rosenkavalier was all the rage in early 20th-century Vienna, and the suite captures its romance, humor, and memorable musical moments. Pablo Ferrández takes center stage in Korngold’s Cello Concerto, a cinematic love story originally written for film, followed by Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme, a graceful theme and variations to showcase the cellist's virtuosity.

Be transported through lush landscapes with Respighi’s The Pines of Rome. From playful moments in the Villa Borghese, to the moonlit serenity of the Janiculum, to the mystical sounds of the Appian Way at dawn, this is a captivating journey among the iconic pine trees of the Eternal City.

Strauss’ opera Der Rosenkavalier was all the rage in early 20th-century Vienna, and the suite captures its romance, humor, and memorable musical moments. Pablo Ferrández takes center stage in Korngold’s Cello Concerto, a cinematic love story originally written for film, followed by Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme, a graceful theme and variations to showcase the cellist's virtuosity.

Be transported through lush landscapes with Respighi’s The Pines of Rome. From playful moments in the Villa Borghese, to the moonlit serenity of the Janiculum, to the mystical sounds of the Appian Way at dawn, this is a captivating journey among the iconic pine trees of the Eternal City.

Strauss’ opera Der Rosenkavalier was all the rage in early 20th-century Vienna, and the suite captures its romance, humor, and memorable musical moments. Pablo Ferrández takes center stage in Korngold’s Cello Concerto, a cinematic love story originally written for film, followed by Tchaikovsky’s Variations on a Rococo Theme, a graceful theme and variations to showcase the cellist's virtuosity.