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PEC INC. MASTERWORKS SERIES
Organ Extraordinaire
September 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Most Holy Rosary Church
Guest Conductor: Ho-Yin Kwok
Organ prodigy Dominic Fiacco joins The Syracuse Orchestra for Saint-Saens’ powerful Organ Symphony, performed on the fabulous pipe organ at Most Holy Rosary!
Prokofiev & Beethoven
October 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: Stephen Mulligan
It’s an evening with classical dance themes. Listen for the folk tunes when violinist Stefan Jackiw performs Prokofiev’s Violin Concerto. The program finishes with Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7.
Elgar’s Enigma Variations
November 15, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: José-Luis Novo
Pianists Aaron Wunsch and Giancarlo Llerena perform Saint-Saen’s Carnival of the Animals. Then, The Syracuse Orchestra presents Elgar’s Enigma Variations.
Brahms & Debussy
January 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: Stillian Kirov
The Syracuse Orchestra’s Principal Trombone Ben Dettelback performs a video game-inspired trombone concerto followed by Brahms’ Symphony No. 2.
Love Stories
February 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: Maurice Cohn
Erhu player Jiebing Chen joins for The Butterfly Lovers Concerto, originally written for violin. The Syracuse Orchestra finishes with Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov.
Awadagin Plays Mozart
March 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: Jacob Joyce
Awadagin Pratt returns to perform Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 23 with The Syracuse Orchestra, followed by Symphony No. 5 by Prokofiev.
Shostakovich, Still, & Gershwin
April 11, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Music Director Candidate: Austin Chanu
We begin with Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 1. In the second half, William Grant Still’s Serenade reflects American folk music. Listen for elements of jazz, blues, and ragtime as Terrence Wilson performs Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F Major.
Grand Finale Masterworks
May 9, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Guest Conductor: Gerard Schwarz
Julian Schwarz is featured in Jennifer Higdon’s Cello Concerto, commissioned by Robert and Vicki Lieberman. Julian’s father and revered conductor, Gerard Schwarz, leads The Syracuse Orchestra.
CHORAL SERIES
The Ordering of Moses
October 30, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception
The Syracuse Orchestra performs one of Coleridge-Taylor’s best-loved works, Petit Suite du Concert. The Syracuse University Oratorio Society joins for Nathaniel Dett’s The Ordering of Moses, depicting the deliverance of the Israelites from Egypt.
Defiant Requiem: Verdi at Terezin
April 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Conductor: Murry Sidlin
The Syracuse Orchestra presents Verdi’s Requiem in honor of the prisoners at Terezin concentration camp, who performed the work as an act of defiance. Presented by The Jewish Federation of CNY.
SLUTZKER FAMILY FOUNDATION POPS SERIES
Sean O’Loughlin, Principal Pops Conductor
All Shows at Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater
Cirque de la Symphonie
October 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM
The Syracuse Orchestra welcomes Cirque de la Symphonie artists, including aerial flyers, acrobats, contortionists, and dancers. Each artist’s performance is choreographed specifically for the lively classical and contemporary music.
Home for The Holidays
December 20, 2025 at 7:30 PM (Saturday) & December 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM (Sunday)
The Syracuse Orchestra celebrates the season with your holiday favorites joined on stage by CNY favorite Ronnie Leigh.
Popcorn Night at the Movies
February 7, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Your favorite heroes and stories come to life through music performed by The Syracuse Orchestra! Soar into space, fly in the sky, and save the day with movie music for this all-ages event.
Symphonic Dances
March 21, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Maria Millar and Shawn Wyckoff bring their violin and flute dancing duo to The Syracuse Orchestra for a concert that will fill you with delight and get your feet tapping.
Dancing Queen: The Music of ABBA
May 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
You can be The Dancing Queen and sing along to your ABBA favorites as The Syracuse Orchestra rocks out with vocalists in The Music of ABBA.
*SPECIAL!*
Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert
April 25, 2026 at 1:30 PM & 7:30 PM
The Syracuse Orchestra will present Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with composer John Williams’ iconic Oscar®-winning score performed live to the film. Tickets to this Star Wars concert event are available only to subscribers through July 4. Get your tickets now to choose your best seat!
Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts.
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CASUAL SERIES
All Shows at St. Paul’s Syracuse
Fairy Tales
September 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM & September 28, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: Austin Chanu
From Mother Goose to Shakespeare to Greek mythology, this concert features selections by Ravel, Grieg, Tchaikovsky, and living composer Stacy Garrop.
Hansel & Gretel
November 22, 2025 at 7:00 PM & November 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: Stephen Mulligan
Featuring concertmaster Peter Rovit and violist Arvilla Wendland, The Syracuse Orchestra performs Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante and Hansel & Gretel by Humperdinck.
Inspired by Jazz
January 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM & January 11, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: Maurice Cohn
This concert features four composers who crossed and blurred the boundaries of jazz, Broadway, and classical music.
Orchestra Spotlight
January 31, 2026 at 7:00 PM & February 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: Jacob Joyce
Syracuse Orchestra musicians are highlighted in an intimate chamber orchestra performing Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 3, Stravinsky’s Dumbarton Oaks, and more.
Folk Music Inspired
February 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM & March 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: Stilian Kirov
Enjoy folk music-inspired pieces from Eastern European composers including Bartok, Kodaly, Dvorak, and Ligetti.
Let Freedom Ring
April 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM & April 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Music Director Candidate: José-Luis Novo
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, The Syracuse Orchestra performs music from around the world that celebrates freedom and our richly diverse community.
CANDLELIGHT SERIES
All Shows at Inspiration Hall
Classical by Candlelight
November 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Join The Syracuse Orchestra for classical favorites by candlelight at the gorgeous Inspiration Hall.
Christmas Candlelight Classics
December 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Enjoy traditional holiday music in an intimate setting. Bring the family for all your familiar favorites!
Candlelight Pops
March 28, 2026 at 7:00 PM
You will definitely have a favorite song from this concert that features six decades of pop and rock hits, all by candlelight.
KIDS SERIES
All Shows at Inspiration Hall
Spooktacular
October 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM
This Halloween-inspired concert features fun and spooky melodies to spark your senses and imagination. Costumes are welcome and encouraged!
The Snowman
December 13, 2025 at 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM
Bring the whole family to enjoy this beloved animated film based on a poem by Wallace Stevens with music performed live by The Syracuse Orchestra.
Kids Dance!
January 17, 2026 at 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM
Local dance students perform to waltzes, tangos, and other traditional dance pieces played by The Syracuse Orchestra.
Windy Day
March 14, 2026 at 10:30 AM and 12:00 PM
Come learn all about The Syracuse Orchestra Wind Section in this fun concert featuring all of the woodwind instruments.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Tickets available only to subscribers until early May. Contact our box office at (315) 299-5598 for assistance with ordering tickets.
Messiah
December 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Most Holy Rosary Church
Handel’s Messiah is the undisputed favorite of the holiday season, featuring the Syracuse University Oratorio Society and spectacular soloists with The Syracuse Orchestra.
Viennese New Year
January 4, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Inspiration Hall
Ring in 2026 in style with a program of rousing music in the Viennese tradition of New Year’s polkas, marches, and waltzes. You’ll be tapping your feet and inviting your neighbor to dance.