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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250607T193000
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DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20240124T220606Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven & Strauss
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The season concludes with a powerful pairing of Beethoven and Strauss\, under the skilled direction of JoAnn Falletta. Kenny Broberg\, celebrated for his profound musical insight and technical mastery\, performs Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3\, a work of deep emotional resonance that showcases the composer’s revolutionary spirit. The concert culminates with Strauss’s Ein Heldenleben\, a grandiose tone poem that offers a complex\, autobiographical portrait of the composer himself. This piece\, with its vast orchestral forces and dramatic themes\, provides a fitting close to a season of exceptional music-making. The program promises an evening of reflection on personal and artistic heroism\, exploring the themes of challenge\, triumph\, and the artist’s role in society. \nThis performance is made possible by the Michal and Jim Wadsworth Concert Endowment. \nThis performance is dedicated in loving memory of Angelo Fatta.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nKenny Broberg\, piano \nBEETHOVEN  Concerto No. 3 in C minor for Piano and Orchestra\, Op. 37\nI. Allegro con brio\nII. Largo\nIII. Rondo: Allegro \nINTERMISSION \nSTRAUSS  Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life)\, Op. 40[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_tta_accordion style=”outline” color=”black” active_section=”0″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”About Kenny Broberg\, piano” tab_id=”1744906432732-a2cd698f-c8ae”][vc_column_text css=””]Lauded for his inventive\, intelligent\, and intense performances\, Kenny Broberg has become one of the most decorated and internationally renowned pianists of his generation. He is the winner of the 2021 American Piano Awards and Christel DeHaan Classical Fellowship\, captured the silver medal at the 2017 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition\, and the bronze medal at the 2019 International Tchaikovsky Competition. He has also taken prizes at the Hastings\, Sydney\, Seattle\, and New Orleans International piano competitions. \nOf his performance in the finals of the American Piano Awards\, the Indianapolis Star wrote\, “Broberg mastered everything he performed…pulling a palette of moods from every register.” \nBroberg earned his Bachelor of Music degree at the University of Houston Moores School of Music studying under Nancy Weems\, and continued his studies at Park University in Missouri under the tutelage of Stanislav Ioudenitch\, gold medalist at the 2001 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. During the 2022-24 academic years\, Broberg was Deputy Professor of the Fundación Banco Santander Piano Chair (also led by Ioudenitch) at the Reina Sofía School of Music in Madrid\, Spain. \nPerforming on stages and in concert halls internationally\, Broberg has worked with some of the world’s most respected conductors and artists\, including Ludovic Morlot\, Kent Nagano\, Leonard Slatkin\, Vasily Petrenko\, Nicholas Milton\, John Storgårds\, Carlos Miguel Prieto\, Gerard Schwarz\, Stilian Kirov\, and Joshua Bell. Recent seasons have included performances with the Indianapolis\, Kansas City\, Phoenix\, Seattle\, and Sydney symphonies and recital appearances in Europe\, Mexico and the U.S. He has also been featured on New York’s WQXR classical radio\, the long running “Performance Today” classical program\, and a variety of NPR radio stations. \nCrediting his first exposure to classical music to his Italian grandfather’s love of the Three Tenors\, Broberg began piano lessons on his family’s upright piano at age six. During his childhood in Minneapolis\, he began studying piano with Dr. Joseph Zins at Crocus Hill Studios in Saint Paul. Throughout high school\, he balanced his musical lessons with playing baseball and hockey. He remains an avid fan of both the Minnesota Twins and Wild and checks their scores while on breaks during his practice. \nIn 2023 Broberg released his debut solo album\, Sonatas by Medtner\, Rachmaninov\, Scriabin\, on the Steinway & Sons label.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/beethoven-strauss/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250501T160601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T154908Z
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SUMMARY:Play It Forward 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Friends of the BPO’s annual Play It Forward luncheon at the Twentieth Century Club! This special fundraising event will feature performances by our 2025 Young Musician’s Scholarship winners\, a basket raffle\, and more. All proceeds support the Friends of the BPO Scholarship Fund. \n2025 Scholarship Winners\n1st Prize\nAngelina Fetterly\, voice\nClarence High School \n2nd Prize\nSamuel Gugliuzza\, violin\nCanisius High School \n3rd Prize\nAidan Tardif\, trombone\nFrontier High School \nYadzinski Foundation Scholarship Winner\nEthan Hart\, saxophone\nWilliamsville North \nPricing\nGeneral Admission: $55\nScholarship Patron: $80 – Support young musicians & receive prime seating!
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/play-it-forward-2025/
LOCATION:Twentieth Century Club\, 595 Delaware Avenue\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20240418T160548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T202553Z
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SUMMARY:Opening Doors
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Join the BPO Diversity Council in a unique fundraiser and awards ceremony supporting the BPO’s efforts to build diversity in orchestral music. \nFeaturing delicious food from Graze and Luxe\, Brothers Restaurant and Sabor Criollo y mas\, a basket raffle\, cash bar and music provided by Critt’s Juke Joint. The awardees of the 2025 BPO Diversity Council IDEA Award will be honored at this event: The Historic Colored Musicians Club and Carol McLaughlin. \nSponsor our 2025 Opening Doors event! \nProceeds will support the Buffalo United Community Choir\, performing with the BPO on July 25 for the Concert for Unity\, and on October 10 with Karen Clark-Sheard and Kierra Sheard-Kelly![/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis event is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/opening-doors/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T180000
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CREATED:20250513T120013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T174220Z
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SUMMARY:KeyBank Independence Eve at the Bisons
DESCRIPTION:The BPO returns to Sahlen Field for the annual KeyBank Independence Eve Celebration! Ron Spigelman leads the orchestra under the lights and fireworks after the Buffalo Bisons vs. Rochester Red Wings game. \nGame: 6:00pm\nConcert: 9:15pm
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/keybank-independence-eve-at-the-bisons/
LOCATION:Sahlen Field\, Buffalo\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250706T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T174622Z
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SUMMARY:Ellicottville Summer Music Festival | The Magical Music of Harry Potter
DESCRIPTION:Fernanda Lastra leads The Magical Music of Harry Potter in the finale of the Ellicottville Summer Music Festival\, followed by a fireworks display! \nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nPhil Farugia\, narrator
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/ellicottville-summer-music-festival-the-magical-music-of-harry-potter/
LOCATION:Ellicottville Holiday Valley Resort\, 6557 Holiday Valley Road\, Ellicottville\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T202712Z
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SUMMARY:Bidwell Parkway
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor performance at Bidwell Parkway featuring music from our upcoming 2025-26 season.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nEthan Hart\, saxophone \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nOFFENBACH / arr. Doráti  Overture to La Vie Parisienne\nANDERSON  Summer Skies\nROSSINI  Overture to Il Barbiere di Siviglia\nBENNETT  Concerto for Stan Getz\nIII. Con brio \nINTERMISSION \nBRAHMS / orch. Schmeling  Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D major\nPOWELL / arr. O’Loughlin  Suite from How to Train Your Dragon\nWILLIAMS / arr. Ployhar  Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial\nHERNÁNDEZ / arr. Cerón  Cachita\nKANDER & EBB / arr. Ricketts  Music from Chicago\nSOUSA  Stars and Stripes Forever[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Sponsored by Iroquois Construction\, Delaware District Council Member Joel Feroleto\, and Support from a Family Fund at the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/bidwell-parkway/
LOCATION:Bidwell Park\, 78 Bidwell Parkway\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250625T195628Z
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SUMMARY:Goat Island – Niagara Falls State Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert at Goat Island in Niagara Falls State Park. \nSponsored by NIAGARA FALLS STATE PARK in honor of the 140th birthday of Niagara Falls State Park\, the 200th anniversary of the building of the Cataract House Hotel\, the Aquarium of Niagara’s 60th anniversary\, and the Niagara Falls Illumination Board’s 100th anniversary.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nDETT / arr. Harville  Cave of the Winds\nDETT / arr. Strasser  “Juba” from In the Bottoms\nGROFÉ  Niagara Falls Suite\nI. Thunder of the Waters\nIV. Power of Niagara\nDVOŘÁK  Symphony No. 9 in E minor\, Op. 95\, “From the New World”\nIII. Molto vivace\nMANCINI / arr. Hermann  Moon River\nGOULD  Revival: A Fantasy on Six Spirituals\nARLEN / arr. Pellett  “Over the Rainbow” from The Wizard of Oz\nMENKEN / arr. Parson  The Little Mermaid\nSOUSA  Invincible Eagle\nBERNSTEIN / arr. Peress  Overture to West Side Story[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/goat-island-niagara-falls-state-park/
LOCATION:Goat Island State Park\, Goat Island\, Niagara Falls\, NY\, 14303\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T211509Z
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SUMMARY:Front Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor performance at Front Park.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nDVOŘÁK  Symphony No. 9 in E minor\, Op. 95\, “From the New World”\nIII. Molto vivace\nMASCAGNI  Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana\nBRAHMS / orch. Schmeling  Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D major\nKANDER & EBB / arr. Ricketts  Music from Chicago \nINTERMISSION \nMENKEN / arr. Kosarin  Overture to Beauty and the Beast\nPOWELL / arr. O’Loughlin  Suite from How to Train Your Dragon\nWILLIAMS / arr. Ployhar  Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial\nHERNÁNDEZ / arr. Cerón  Cachita\nBERNSTEIN / arr. Peress  Overture to West Side Story[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]The Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra concert is made possible through the generosity of Assembly Member Jonathan Rivera and Wegmans. \n [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/front-park/
LOCATION:Front Park\, 121 Porter Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250513T202812Z
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SUMMARY:Irish Legacies Concert at AKG
DESCRIPTION:JoAnn Falletta leads a chamber ensemble of BPO musicians in Irish Legacies\, a unique multimedia concert collaboratively presented by the BPO\, Buffalo AKG Art Museum\, and the University at Buffalo Libraries at the AKG’s Lipsey Auditorium\, sponsored by Dr. Eric Stenclik and Mr. Steven Dietz. The program features composer Robert Merfeld’s Bridget Anne Hart: An Irish Legacy\, an update on UB’s James Joyce Museum\, and a reading of Joyce’s work. This unique collaboration highlights Irish creativity across generations within the Buffalo community. \nAdmission is free with a required ticket reservation. \nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nJulie Marden\, narrator\nBPO Chamber Ensemble
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/irish-legacies-concert-at-akg/
LOCATION:Buffalo AKG – Lipsey Auditorium\, 1285 Elmwood Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14222
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250723T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T175239Z
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SUMMARY:Patron Appreciation Concert
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For years\, this special summer concert at Kleinhans Music Hall has been our way of saying thank you to our valued Donors and Subscribers. This year\, we’re thrilled to open the doors to everyone — because the BPO loves Buffalo\, and we want to share the music with our entire community! Led by Music Director JoAnn Falletta\, this annual concert features a vibrant and personal program showcasing pieces the BPO musicians love\, but don’t always get to perform during the season. Come celebrate the music\, the summer\, and the community that makes it all possible! \nDonors and Subscribers: As a heartfelt thanks for your support\, you may reserve your complimentary tickets by calling the BPO Box Office at (716) 885-5000. \nEveryone Else: Join us! Tickets are Pay What You Will\, with a $10 minimum\, and can be purchased online or through the Box Office.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nAnton Shelepov\, violin\nAntoine Lefebvre\, violin\nSeth Rawleigh\, tuba\nRobbie Hausmann\, cello \nHANDEL  Overture to Music for the Royal Fireworks\nSAINT-SAËNS  Bacchanale from Samson et Dalila\nBRAHMS  Hungarian Dance No. 1 in G minor\nKHACHATURIAN  Waltz from Masquerade\nFROLOV  Divertimento for Two Violins and Strings\nMASCAGNI  Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana\nGIMÉNEZ  Intermedio from La Boda de Luis Alonso\nVAUGHAN WILLIAMS  Concerto in F minor for Bass Tuba and Orchestra\nI. Prelude: Allegro moderato\nIII. Finale – Rondo alla tedesca: Allegro\nBLOCH  Prayer\nBORODIN  Polovtsian Dances from Prince Igor[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Sponsored by Bond\, Schoeneck and King. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/patron-appreciation-concert/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T201217Z
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SUMMARY:Concert for Unity
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]JoAnn Falletta\, the BPO\, and the Buffalo United Community Choir (BUCC) present a performance continuing our commitment to share musical experiences that bring together and uplift the Western NY community.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nBuffalo United Community Choir\nKaren Saxon\, mezzo-soprano\, BUCC director\nElla Robinson\, BUCC director\nGeorge Brown\, BUCC director \nHAILSTORK  Fanfare on Amazing Grace\nPRICE  Adoration\nHAILSTORK  Three Spirituals\n1. Everytime I Feel the Spirit\n2. Kum Ba Yah\n3. Oh Freedom\nELLINGTON / arr. Henderson & Blanchard  Three Black Kings\nII. Martin Luther King\nDETT / arr. Strasser  “Juba” from In the Bottoms\nDVOŘÁK  Symphony No. 9 in E minor\, Op. 95\, “From the New World”: II. Largo\nELLINGTON / arr. Hermann  Duke Ellington Fantasy\nWILLIAMS  Heal Our Land\nSMALLWOOD / arr. Caldwell  Mender\nMCCLURKIN / arr. Caldwell  Search Me\, Lord\nGREENE / arr. Huan & Webb  When the Healing Comes\nJOHNSON / arr. Smith  Lift Every Voice and Sing[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Presented with support from National Grid. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/concert-for-unity/
LOCATION:Zion Missionary Baptist Church\, 179 E. Ferry St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14208
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250726T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T194756Z
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SUMMARY:Academy Park\, Lewiston
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert at Academy Park in Lewiston. \nSponsored by Anthony DiMino.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nDominic Townsend\, baritone \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nOFFENBACH / arr. Doráti  Overture to La Vie Parisienne\nANDERSON  Summer Skies\nROSSINI  Overture to Il Barbiere di Siviglia\nBIZET  Toreador Song from Carmen \nINTERMISSION \nBRAHMS / orch. Schmeling  Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D major\nPOWELL / arr. O’Loughlin  Suite from How to Train Your Dragon\nWILLIAMS / arr. Ployhar  Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial\nHERNÁNDEZ / arr. Cerón  Cachita\nKANDER & EBB / arr. Ricketts  Music from Chicago\nSOUSA  Stars and Stripes Forever[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/academy-park-lewiston/
LOCATION:Academy Park\, 170 S 9th St\, Lewiston\, NY\, 14092
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250727T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T210654Z
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SUMMARY:Niawanda Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert at Niawanda Park in Tonawanda. \nSponsored by NYS 140th District Assembly Member Bill Conrad.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nSamuel Gugliuzza\, violin \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nOFFENBACH / arr. Doráti  Overture to La Vie Parisienne\nANDERSON  Summer Skies\nROSSINI  Overture to Il Barbiere di Siviglia\nSARASATE  Zigeunerweisen\, Op. 20\nBRAHMS / orch. Schmeling  Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D major\nPOWELL / arr. O’Loughlin  Suite from How to Train Your Dragon\nWILLIAMS / arr. Ployhar  Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial\nHERNÁNDEZ / arr. Cerón  Cachita\nKANDER & EBB / arr. Ricketts  Music from Chicago\nSOUSA  Stars and Stripes Forever[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/niawanda-park/
LOCATION:Niawanda Park\, Tonawanda\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250729T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170351
CREATED:20250513T120010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T194950Z
UID:49027-1753815600-1753815600@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:North Park Community School #50
DESCRIPTION:The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert on the lawn at North Park Community School #50 (formerly North Park Academy). \nFernanda Lastra\, conductor \nSponsored by Delaware District Council Member Joel Feroleto.
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/north-park-community-school-50/
LOCATION:North Park Community School #50\, 780 Parkside Ave\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250513T120059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T202939Z
UID:49030-1753903800-1753903800@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Clarence Town Park
DESCRIPTION:The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert at Clarence Town Park. \nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nAngelina Fetterly\, voice \nSponsored by Kelly Schultz Antiques. This concert is presented in loving memory of BPO cellist\, Monte Hoffman.
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/clarence-town-park/
LOCATION:Clarence Town Park\, 10405 Main Street\, Clarence\, NY\, 14031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250731T180000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250513T120045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T203958Z
UID:49032-1753984800-1753984800@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Chestnut Ridge Park
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The BPO presents a free\, outdoor concert at Chestnut Ridge. \nUpdate: Vehicle parking tickets at Chestnut Ridge Park are now SOLD OUT.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nFernanda Lastra\, conductor\nAidan Tardif\, bass trombone \nLAVALLEE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nOFFENBACH / arr. Doráti  Overture to La Vie Parisienne\nANDERSON  Summer Skies\nROSSINI  Overture to Il Barbiere di Siviglia\nEWAZEN  Concerto for Bass Trombone\nIII. Allegro Ritmico\nBRAHMS / orch. Schmeling  Hungarian Dance No. 6 in D major\nPOWELL / arr. O’Loughlin  Suite from How to Train Your Dragon\nWILLIAMS / arr. Ployhar  Theme from E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial\nHERNÁNDEZ / arr. Cerón  Cachita\nKANDER & EBB / arr. Ricketts  Music from Chicago\nSOUSA  Stars and Stripes Forever[/vc_column_text][vc_separator][vc_column_text css=””]Sponsored by M&T Bank and West Herr Automotive Group. \n      [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/chestnut-ridge-park/
LOCATION:Chestnut Ridge Park\, 6121 Chestnut Ridge Rd\, Orchard Park\, NY\, 14127
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T190000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250513T120017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T153535Z
UID:49035-1754161200-1754161200@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Frank & The Great Ladies of Song
DESCRIPTION:Bradley Thachuk\, conductor\nTony DeSare\, vocals\nCapathia Jenkins\, vocals \nFREE concert with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra at Terminal B \nBroadway star Capathia Jenkins and jazz sensation Tony DeSare team up with the BPO for a powerhouse night of songbook favorites—from “Come Fly With Me” to “The Lady Is a Tramp.” Expect bold vocals\, timeless tunes\, and big symphonic energy on Buffalo’s waterfront. \n🎟️ General Admission is FREE (ticket reservation required)\n🌟 Upgrade to VIP for just $25 — includes a drink\, private bar\, upgraded restrooms\, and access to the Honda VIP Tent. \nTerminal B is Buffalo’s hottest summer music spot—don’t miss this night of classic style and star power.
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/frank-the-great-ladies-of-song/
LOCATION:Terminal B at the Outer Harbor\, 901 Fuhrmann Blvd\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203
CATEGORIES:Summer at the BPO
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T162336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T160409Z
UID:47719-1758398400-1758398400@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Malofeev Plays Tchaikovsky
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]The Opening Night of our Classics Series greets this year’s listeners with Leonard Bernstein’s exuberant overture to Candide\, the witty operetta inspired by Voltaire’s satire of the same name. This bombastic kaleidoscope of musical styles contrasts with Richard Strauss’s famed Der Rosenkavalier Suite\, which captures motifs important to the romance of the opera’s plot and evokes an earlier era of splendid waltzes and courting rituals. The frenetic energy of Bernstein’s overture paired with Strauss’s scintillating\, late-Romantic suite sets the stage for the highlight of the evening—Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Piano Concerto No. 1—which soars under Sasha Malofeev’s dazzling musicianship and brings us to the pinnacle of Opening Night. From its iconic\, thundering introductory theme to glittering passagework\, Malofeev brings this virtuosic work to life on the stage for an unforgettable start to our 25-26 season. \nThe Opening Night Gala is sponsored by Carolyn and John Yurtchuk.\nFor information on the pre-concert Gala dinner celebration or table sponsorship benefits\, visit bpo.org/gala.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nAlexander Malofeev\, piano \nLAVALLÉE / arr. Fenwick  O Canada\nSMITH / arr. Skrowaczewski  The Star-Spangled Banner\nBERNSTEIN  Overture to Candide\nR. STRAUSS  Suite from Der Rosenkavalier\, Op. 59 \nINTERMISSION \nTCHAIKOVSKY  Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor for Piano and Orchestra\, Op. 23\nI. Allegro non troppo e molto maestoso\nII. Andantino semplice\nIII. Allegro con fuoco[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by the Yurtchuk Foundation. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/malofeev-plays-tchaikovsky/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T183855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T173848Z
UID:47799-1759001400-1759001400@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Showstopping Pops!
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]An eclectic offering of popular tunes from contemporary culture\, the silver screen\, and musical theatre\, performed by two outstanding entertainers who were Buffalo born-and-bred before hitting the big time on the international stage as well as Broadway. \nStick around after the concert for Encore Hour—a relaxed\, post-show hangout in the lobby bar. Enjoy a drink\, mingle with fellow patrons\, and meet Principal Pops Conductor Ron Spigelman.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nRon Spigelman\, conductor\nJay Dref\, vocals\nMichele Ragusa\, vocals \nBERNSTEIN / ad. Peress  Overture to West Side Story\nALAN MENKEN / arr. Daryl McKenzie  Evermore from Beauty and the Beast\nLOESSER  Adelaide’s Lament from Guys and Dolls\nWILLSON / arr. Anderson  76 Trombones from The Music Man\nSONDHEIM  Send in the Clowns from A Little Night Music\nSCHÖNBERG / arr. Krogstad  Bring Him Home from Les Misérables\nCAROLE BAYER SAGER & DAVID FOSTER / arr. Jim Gray  The Prayer\nANDERSON  Bugler’s Holiday \nINTERMISSION \nSCHÖNBERG / arr. Krogstad  I Dreamed a Dream from Les Misérables\nANDREW LLOYD WEBBER  Selections from The Phantom of the Opera\nAll I Ask of You\nMusic of the Night\nVARIOUS / arr. John Williams  Hooray for Hollywood\nSTYNE  Everything’s Coming Up Roses from Gypsy\nBENNY ANDERSSON & BJÖRN ULVAEUS  Anthem from Chess\nDAVID BAERWALD  Come What May from Moulin Rouge[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Pops Series is presented by M&T Bank. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/showstopping-pops/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Pops Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251003T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T163306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T144203Z
UID:47722-1759487400-1759487400@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Folklore & Fantasy
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nMenacing timpani rolls set the tone for Rossini’s Overture to Semiramide\, a deceivingly upbeat narration of a grim story of family rivalries. The piece oscillates between moments of solemnity\, intense dramatic contrasts\, and more playful themes that all come to a close with a signature Rossini ending of peak movement and excitement. Bela Bartók’s Dance Suite follows\, featuring five original Hungarian folk soundscapes composed for the 50th anniversary of the merging of Buda and Pest\, which offers a tonally rich experience and vibrant musical journey through a synthesis of Western and Eastern musical tradition. The pinnacle piece of the concert also draws from folk influences—Chopin’s poetic Piano Concerto No. 1 stands as a sparkling showcase of virtuosity and is artfully brought to the stage by soloist Maxim Lando. \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nMaxim Lando\, piano \nROSSINI  Overture to Semiramide\nBARTÓK  Dance Suite\nI. Moderato\nII. Allegro molto\nIII. Allegro vivace\nIV. Molto tranquillo\nV. Commodo\nVI. Finale: Allegro \nINTERMISSION \nCHOPIN  Concerto No. 1 in E minor for Piano and Orchestra\, Op. 11\nI. Allegro maestoso\nII. Romanze\nIII. Rondo[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by\n \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by\n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/folklore-fantasy/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T220102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T154943Z
UID:47851-1760124600-1760124600@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:A Gospel Symphony Celebration with Karen Clark Sheard
DESCRIPTION:Your BPO welcomes the incomparable superstar for a jubilant evening of classic and contemporary Gospel music\, blended with the joyful voices of the Buffalo United Community Choir. \nJonathan Taylor Rush\, conductor\nBuffalo United Community Choir\nKaren Clark Sheard\, vocals\nKierra Sheard-Kelly\, vocals \nProgram to be announced from the stage.
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/a-gospel-symphony-celebration-with-karen-clark-sheard/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Specials
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T184820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T172019Z
UID:47802-1760211000-1760211000@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:La Vida Loca
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Get on your feet with the greatest hits of the ’80s\, ’90s\, and ’00s Latin pop explosion! La Vida Loca celebrates artists including Enrique Iglesias\, Gloria Estefan\, Santana\, Ricky Martin\, and more\, in a high-octane program conducted by the always-engaging Enrico Lopez-Yañez. \nFestival Encanto Hispano returns for a day of free events from 12pm-4pm at Kleinhans in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Council of WNY. Apply now to be a vendor or performer![/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nEnrico Lopez-Yañez\, conductor\nJackie Mendez\, vocals\nEnder Thomas\, vocals\nJosé Sibaja\, trumpet\nLuisito Quintero\, percussion \nCASAS\, OSTWALD & DEFARIA  Get On Your Feet\nESTEFAN & SANTANDER  Let’s Get Loud\nTAYLOR & BARRY  Bailamos\nTAYLOR\, IGLESIAS & BARRY  Hero\nGARDEL & LE PERA  El Día Que Me Quieras\nMARTÍ\, DIAZ\, CEPEDA\, & DANIEL  Celia Cruz Medley\nROONEY\, ANTHONY & JANNUSI  I Need To Vivir\nMUNIZ\, DELGADO & MONGE  Mas Macarena \nINTERMISSION \nSHAKIRA\, MITCHELL & ESTEFAN  Whenever\, Wherever\nMESCAL\, REKOW\, THOMAS & PUENTE  Symphonic Santana\nASTUDILLO & QUINTANILLA  Como La Flor\nRIO  Tequila\nEDER\, AYALA & FONSI  Despacito\nROSA\, AFANASIEFF\, CHILD\, ESCOLAR & PORTER  Ricky Martin Medley[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Pops Series is presented by \n \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/la-vida-loca/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Pops Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T143000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250206T183527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T163531Z
UID:47873-1760279400-1760279400@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Symphonic Spooktacular
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Wear your Halloween costume and enjoy some of the spookiest music ever composed\, then join the costume parade across Kleinhans’ stage. There’s nothing to be afraid of![/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nGrant O’Brien\, conductor \nGRIEG  Peer Gynt Suite No. 1\nIV. In the Hall of the Mountain King\nJOHN WILLIAMS  Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Suite\nIV. Harry’s Wondrous World\nKHACHATURIAN  Masquerade Suite\nI. Waltz\nJOHN POWELL  Selections from How to Train Your Dragon\nMARK WATTERS  Selections from Coraline\nGERMAINE FRANCO  Selections from Encanto\nGOUNOD  Funeral March of a Marionette[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/symphonic-spooktacular/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 BPO Kids Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T164148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T164609Z
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SUMMARY:Nikki Plays Beethoven
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nVerdi’s angst-filled overture to the tangled and tragic operatic tale La Forza del Destino opens the first weekend of our Beethoven Festival. The foreboding and melodramatic aspects of the piece are interspersed with sweeping lyrical motifs\, resulting in a theatrical experience full of contrasts and tension. This turbulent theme continues in the symphonic fantasy\, Francesca da Rimini\, Tchaikovsky’s interpretation of the eternal torment of illicit lovers as depicted in Dante’s Inferno narrative\, with Francesca’s retelling of her own fraught story. BPO Concertmaster Nikki Chooi follows these selections by masterfully leading Beethoven’s monumental Violin Concerto in D major\, which is celebrated for its compelling themes\, dramatic structure\, and improvised cadenzas. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nNikki Chooi\, violin \nVERDI  Overture to La forza del destino\nTCHAIKOVSKY  Francesca da Rimini\, Op. 32 \nINTERMISSION \nBEETHOVEN  Concerto in D major for Violin and Orchestra\, Op. 61\nI. Allegro ma non troppo\nII. Larghetto\nIII. Rondo: Allegro[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nWNY Teens: Join us at Saturday’s performance of Nikki Plays Beethoven for our first Teen Night of the 2025-26 season! Kick off the evening with a pre-concert party and get a look behind the scenes at the BPO before the concert. Concert tickets are required to attend the pre-concert party. Learn more and register for Teen Night here.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nNikki Chooi’s performance is sponsored by\nMark Chason and Mariana Botero Chason. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/nikki-plays-beethoven/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T183000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250924T164627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T141304Z
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SUMMARY:Friends of the BPO Weidner BBQ Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Weidner BBQ is teaming up with the Friends of the BPO for a drive-thru dinner-to-go at Kleinhans Music Hall on Thursday\, October 23! Proceeds from this special fundraiser support the BPO’s education initiatives. \nPlease note: Preorders are now closed for this fundraiser.
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/friends-of-the-bpo-weidner-bbq-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T165003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T162348Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven's Pastoral
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOur Beethoven Festival concludes with a musical exploration of the Earth and all its variety and volatility\, as well as an exhibition of the artist’s understanding of the landscapes that shape human experience. The program opens with sweeping\, dreamlike images and orchestral colors that infuse Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun\, Debussy’s ethereal tone poem. Much like an Impressionist painting\, the piece captures nature’s emotional and atmospheric essence through various timbres and evocative images. Continuing this natural contemplation\, Buffalo-born Robert Paterson’s colorful Triple Concerto\, “Summit” compellingly examines the composer’s concerns regarding our planet: can humans truly steward this fragile Earth well? The piece offers a wide array of emotional and natural expressions and ends on a note of both grief and hope for the Earth we call home. Beethoven’s gentle Sixth Symphony\, or\, the “Pastoral Symphony\, or Recollections of Country Life\,” as named by the composer himself\, follows. The piece portrays a charming countryside turn\, evoking deep relaxation and contentment. Just as nature was a place of respite and healing for Beethoven\, this concert offers listeners a similar reprieve in music. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nNikki Chooi\, violin\nRoman Mekinulov\, cello\nEric Huebner\, piano \nDEBUSSY  Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun\nROBERT PATERSON  Triple Concerto\, “Summit”\nI. Introduction\nII. Chorale Prelude\nIII. Bright Pastorale\nIV. Interlude\nV. Tundra\nVI. Cadenza\nVII. Summit \nINTERMISSION \nBEETHOVEN  Symphony No. 6 in F major\, Op. 68\, “Pastoral”\nI. Allegro ma non troppo: Cheerful impressions awakened by arrival in the country\nII. Andante molto mosso: Scene by the brook\nIII. Allegro: Merry gathering of the country folk\nIV. Allegro: Thunderstorm\nV. Allegretto: Shepherd’s song\, glad and grateful feelings after the storm[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \nNikki Chooi’s performance is sponsored by \nMark Chason and Mariana Botero Chason. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/beethovens-pastoral/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T185312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T200250Z
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SUMMARY:E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial in Concert | Film with Live Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Scott Terrell\, conductor \nDirector Steven Spielberg’s heartwarming masterpiece is filled with unparalleled magic and imagination in the moving story that follows a lost little alien who befriends a 10-year-old boy named Elliott. Experience all the mystery and fun of their unforgettable adventure\, complete with John Williams’ Academy Award®-winning score performed by the BPO while the film is projected overhead. \n©IMG Artists/Film Concerts Live™ & © Universal Studios[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Pops Series is\npresented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Coffee Concert Series is\npresented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-in-concert-film-with-live-orchestra/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Specials
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T103000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T165521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T193300Z
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SUMMARY:Mahler & Mahler
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nOnly sixteen Lieder (songs for voice and piano) survive from Alma Mahler’s vast compositional output\, as her husband Gustav curtailed her publication efforts for much of their marriage\, only relenting upon seeing his wife’s suffering due to a lack of creative outlet. The BPO performs six works that draw their text from her contemporary poets whose works evoke love—intoxicating\, intimate\, infinite\, and reflective of loves’ past. The Lieder are harmonically rich and are both sensitive and dramatic—they are\, perhaps\, reflective of the composer’s own life experiences. Following his wife’s work\, Gustav Mahler’s initially panned Symphony No. 1 employs musical imagery akin to a song cycle. Gustav composed the “Titan” at the same time as his song cycle Songs of a Wayfarer\, and consequently\, themes of travel seem to penetrate this piece. The music interprets a musical journey through life and nature’s joys and sorrows. This program promises the experience of humanity’s universal emotions through the music of the Mahlers. \n[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nJoAnn Falletta\, conductor\nAndrea Bickford\, soprano \nA. MAHLER / orch. David & Colin Matthews  Lieder\n1. Die stille Stadt\n2. Waldseligkeit\n3. Licht in der Nacht\n4. Bei dir ist es traut\n5. Laue Sommernacht\n6. Erntelied \nINTERMISSION \nG. MAHLER  Symphony No. 1 in D major\nI. Langsam\, schleppend\nII. Kräftig bewegt\nIII. Feierlich und gemessen\, ohne zu schleppen\nIV. Stürmisch bewegt – Energisch[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_raw_html css=””]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Classics Series is presented by \n \nThe Coffee Concert Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/mahler-mahler/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Classics Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251114T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T214416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T145410Z
UID:47839-1763148600-1763148600@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:The Music of Green Day
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]For 30-plus years\, the punk rock popularity of Green Day has defined a generation with anthems like Boulevard of Broken Dreams. Rock out to their rebellious\, rhythmic hits when rock musicians join the symphonic splendor of your BPO.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgram\nTimothy Muffitt\, conductor\nDerek Day\, lead vocals\nWalter Ino\, guitar\nBen White\, bass\nTom Polce\, drums \nProgram to be announced from the stage. \nArrangements and orchestrations by Walter Ino.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/the-music-of-green-day/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-26 Specials,2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Rock Series
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260514T170352
CREATED:20250205T205018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T220858Z
UID:47809-1763235000-1763235000@romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page
SUMMARY:Clouds in my Coffee
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The trailblazing music of singer-songwriters Joni Mitchell\, Carole King\, and Carly Simon has endured for 50 years and across generations. Tony® Award-winning conductor Ted Sperling leads the BPO and a trio of superb vocalists as we celebrate these maverick artists who changed the role of women in pop music and inspired the stars of today.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_column_text css=””]Program \nTed Sperling\, conductor\nMorgan James\, vocals\nShayna Steele\, vocals\nBryonha Marie\, vocals \nSelections from the trailblazing music of Joni Mitchell\, Carole King\, and Carly Simon: \nYou’re So Vain\nBeautiful\nBig Yellow Taxi\nNobody Does It Better\nBoth Sides Now\nUp on the Roof\nSo Far Away\nCalifornia\nRiver\nWay Over Yonder\nMockingbird\nAnticipation\nNight Ride Home\nWhere You Lead\nHaven’t Got Time for the Pain\nA Case of You\nWill You Love Me Tomorrow\nThat’s the Way I’ve Always Heard It Should Be\nYou’ve Got a Friend\nNatural Woman \n*Program and artists subject to change.[/vc_column_text][vc_separator css=””][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThe Pops Series is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=””] \nThis performance is presented by \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://romantic-cohen.161-35-132-96.plesk.page/event/clouds-in-my-coffee/
LOCATION:Kleinhans Music Hall\, 3 Symphony Circle\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14201\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025-2026 Season,2025-26 Pops Series
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