Richard Strauss’s massive, mesmerizing masterpiece, Also Sprach Zarathustra, contemplates human existence, and the opening is instantly recognizable from the film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Liszt takes on the journey of life, love, and destiny in his lush Les Préludes before we indulge in his light-hearted and famous Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2. Sponsored by generous support …
But the Music Spoke… Beethoven’s Story (with music by Beethoven) Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s …
Noted Philadelphia Orchestra Violinist Amy Oshiro-Morales performs Tchaikovsky’s popular Violin Concerto that exudes sublime lyricism, yearning wistfulness, and thrilling virtuosity. The All-Tchaikovsky program continues with his triumph over fate – proclaiming “rejoice in the happiness of others, and you can still live!” Sponsored by generous support from: Ms. Oshiro-Morales’s appearance is sponsored by generous …
World-renowned pianist, recording artist, and one of Helena’s favorite soloists, Claire Huangci returns to perform Rachmaninoff’s breathtakingly beautiful Second Piano Concerto. The 150th birthday celebration of Rachmaninoff opens with his reflective Vocalise, and the concert also features the spirited playfulness of Poulenc’s Gloria. Sponsored by generous support from: The guest artists’ appearances are sponsored …
The Little Red Hen (with music by Copland) Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music). These …
Nearly 2,000 fourth and fifth graders from all over the region learn the importance of music in one’s education and life. This new concert tells the story of a chance meeting on the streets of New York City between a poor newspaper boy and the great American composer George Gershwin. The HSO magically weaves Gershwin’s …
Stephen Sondheim’s iconic musical and operatic thriller Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street tells the story of love, loss, wit, enterprise, and revenge. This semi-staged performance includes an all-star cast from the opera house and musical theatre. Come and get the closest shave you will ever know and perhaps you will give a …
On Saturday June 17, the Helena Symphony is excited to present the fifth annual Benefit Concert, reimagined. Let the allure of a mask (no, not that mask!) enthrall and excite you at a rarely visited jewel of Helena, the site of the historic Broadwater Hotel. You are invited to attend the black-tie event of the …
The 19th annual Intrepid Credit Union SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS is a gift to the community from the Helena Symphony and Carroll College. The evening culminates with one of the best fireworks shows in Montana, also sponsored by Intrepid Credit Union. Over 18,000 people attend this wonderful tradition, so pack your blankets. This is a …
From his performances in the films Black Swan and 12 Years A Slave, world-renowned Violinist Tim Fain returnsto perform the Montana premiere of his new violin concerto – Edge of a Dream. Opening Night continues with theThird Symphony by Florence Price, the first African American woman to be recognized as a symphonic composer.The excitement of …
Join the Helena Symphony on Saturday, September 16 for a dazzling evening kicking off the Helena Symphony’s 69th Season! The Helena Symphony’s Opening Night After Party is an unforgettable celebration of our mission, music, and community featuring dinner, drinks, and a silent and live auction! Mark your calendars or purchase your tickets now for Masterworks …
Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introducechildren to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Followingeach concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music).These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.
Featuring acclaimed Pianist Carl Cranmer, Schumann’s Piano Concerto recalls his love for his wife withsweeping melodies and tenderness, and the concert includes Puccini’s spiritually passionate and rarely heard Messa di Gloria.
Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introducechildren to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Followingeach concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music).These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.
Principal Flute Tiana Grisé performs Mozart’s Flute Concerto No. 1 before the HSO launches into Prokofiev’s playful Classical Symphony. Mozart’s iconic Symphony No. 40 weaves turbulence and passion – all by candlelight. This performance sells out very quickly. Subscribers can secure tickets with subscription purchases before they go on sale to the public.
Usher in Helena’s longest and greatest holiday tradition for an evening of reflection, celebration, and sounds ofthe season in the profoundly reflective Cathedral of St. Helena. These 70-minute performances sell out very quickly.Subscribers can secure tickets with subscription purchases before they go on sale to the public. …
Internationally renowned cellist Ovidiu Marinescu is joined by pianist Igor Resnianski and violinist Timothy Schwarz to perform Beethoven’s masterful Triple Concerto and the HSO brings tragedy to triumph with the emotionally overwhelming Symphony No. 5 by Mahler.
Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introducechildren to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Followingeach concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music).These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.
World acclaimed Israeli American Cellist Amit Peled returns to perform Dvořák’s brilliant Cello Concerto. Brahms’ heartfelt and hauntingly tender Third Symphony opens the concert.
Considered by Rachmaninoff to be his greatest work, The Bells sets the descriptive words of Edgar Allan Poe to paintmusical poetry. The HSO presents one of the first performances of New Zealand Composer John Psathas’ All Seeing Sky, an evocative work for two percussionist soloists and orchestra, and Alexander Scriabin’s mystical Poem of Ecstasy is …
