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Concerts & Events
July 27 @ 8:15 pm Week Six (July 27–August 3)
Renée Fleming with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Amphitheater
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Renée Fleming with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Rossen Milanov, conductor
One of the most acclaimed singers of our time, Renée Fleming joins the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Rossen Milanov. Honored with five Grammy® awards and the US National Medal of Arts, Ms. Fleming has sung for momentous occasions from the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony to the Diamond Jubilee Concert for Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace. This summer she brings Voice of Nature: the Anthropocene to the Amphitheater, a new, live, multi-media performance piece, inspired by her Grammy Award-winning album of the same name. In concert with an original film created for this performance by National Geographic, Fleming sings music ranging from Handel to The Lord of the Rings, with stunning video captured in locations from the Amazon rainforest to Yosemite, addressing humankind’s complicated relationship with nature.
This program is made possible by Week Six Presenting Sponsors AHN Westfield and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield.
July 30 @ 8:15 pm Week Six (July 27–August 3)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Mahler’s Fourth Symphony
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Mahler’s Fourth Symphony
Rossen Milanov, conductor
Melissa White, violin
Aubry Ballarò, soprano
Immerse yourself in an evening of two major orchestral works. Acclaimed violinist Melissa White takes center stage with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra in the passionate and lyrical sounds of Max Bruch’s first violin concerto. The program continues with Mahler’s fourth symphony, known for its delicate and celestial beauty. Join us for a night of musical brilliance, where the artistry of the musicians and the grandeur of Bruch and Mahler converge to create an unforgettable symphonic experience.
Melissa White performs with the Harlem Quartet on Monday, July 29, as part of the Chautauqua Chamber Music series.
Program:
Max Bruch: Violin Concerto No. 1 in G minor, Op. 26
Gustav Mahler: Symphony No. 4 in G major
This program is made possible by Week Six Presenting Sponsors AHN Westfield and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and by The Clement and Karen Arrison Endowment for Classical Violin and The Rittman Family Fund for Performing Arts.
August 1 @ 8:15 pm Week Six (July 27–August 3)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Brahms Piano Concerto
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Brahms Piano Concerto
Rossen Milanov, conductor
Alexander Kobrin, piano
Embark on a journey of profound emotion and musical mastery with pianist Alexander Kobrin and the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra under the baton of music director Rossen Milanov. The evening begins with Johannes Brahms’ majestic Piano Concerto No. 1, a monumental work that showcases Kobrin’s virtuosity and interpretive depth. The program concludes with Robert Schumann’s Symphony No. 4, a symphonic masterpiece that brims with vitality and innovation. Join us for an unforgettable evening of music-making!
Program:
Johannes Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 15
Robert Schumann: Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120
This program is made possible by Week Six Presenting Sponsors AHN Westfield and Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and by The Donald Chace Shaw Fund and The Katherine Baldridge Warman and Guy L. Warman Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Fund.
August 3 @ 8:15 pm Week Seven (August 3–10)
Sinatra & Beyond with Tony DeSare and the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Amphitheater
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Sinatra & Beyond with Tony DeSare and the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Stuart Chafetz, conductor
Called “two parts Frank Sinatra and one part Billy Joel,” the triple-threat singer/pianist/songwriter Tony DeSare takes on the legend of Ol’ Blue Eyes himself. From jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall to headlining with major symphony orchestras, Tony DeSare delivers a fresh take on old school class in an outstanding, critically-acclaimed tribute to the great Frank Sinatra that includes songs like Come Fly with Me, I’ve Got the World On a String, It Was A Very Good Year, One for My Baby, The Summer Wind, I Get A Kick Out of You, Night and Day, New York, New York, My Way, and so many more Sinatra classics.
This performance is made possible in part by The Elizabeth Elser Doolittle Endowment Fund for Adult Programming.
August 8 @ 8:15 pm Week Seven (August 3–10)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: A Joachim Premiere
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: A Joachim Premiere
Naomi Woo, conductor
Seth Parker Woods, cello
Guest conductor Naomi Woo makes her Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra debut in this groundbreaking symphony program. Acclaimed cellist Seth Parker Woods takes the stage to premiere “Had To Be” by the visionary composer Nathalie Joachim, co-commissioned by the Chautauqua Institution as part of its commitment to investing in the future of the arts. Jean Sibelius’ monumental Symphony No. 2, a symphonic masterpiece renowned for its sweeping melodies and evocative power, closes the evening. Join us for a night of musical exploration and discovery as we celebrate the intersection of tradition and innovation in this unforgettable symphony experience.
Program:
Nathalie Joachim: Had To Be (premiere)
Jean Sibelius: Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 43
This program is made possible by The Margaret Miller Newman Fund for the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and by The Mary E. Whitaker Symphony Endowment Fund.
August 10 @ 8:15 pm Week Eight (August 10–17)
Houston Ballet with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Amphitheater
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Houston Ballet with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra
Rossen Milanov, conductor
With over 50 years of rich history, Houston Ballet has evolved into the country’s fourth-largest ballet company and with a global reach, touring in renowned theaters in Dubai, London, Paris, Moscow, Spain, Montréal, Ottawa, Melbourne, New York City, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Tokyo and more.
Australian choreographer Stanton Welch AM has served as Artistic Director of Houston Ballet since 2003, raising the level of the Company’s classical technique from dance legends such as Sir Frederick Ashton, George Balanchine, Sir Kenneth MacMillan, John Neumeier, and Jerome Robbins. Continuing the legacy of being a choreographic eden, Houston Ballet has also commissioned new works by Aszure Barton, Trey McIntyre, Annabelle Lopez Ochoa and Justin Peck. Julie Kent joined Welch as Artistic Director in 2023, after serving as Artistic Director of The Washington Ballet from 2016 – 2023, where she commissioned over 26 world premieres from a diverse range of choreographers as well as several full-length classical ballets. Kent retired as a Principal dancer in 2015 as the longest-tenured dancer in American Ballet Theatre’s 84-year history and is deeply committed to positively impacting artists, audiences, and communities through the transformative power of dance.
Program to be announced.
This performance is made possible by The Craig and Cathrine Greene Family Fund.
August 13 @ 8:15 pm Week Eight (August 10–17)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Third Coast Percussion
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Third Coast Percussion
Rossen Milanov, conductor
Third Coast Percussion
Dive into a mesmerizing sonic journey with Third Coast Percussion, the Grammy Award-winning Chicago-based percussion quartet. For nearly 20 years, the ensemble has created exciting and unexpected performances that constantly redefine the classical music experience and “push percussion in new directions, blurring musical boundaries and beguiling new listeners” (NPR), with a brilliantly varied sonic palette and “dazzling rhythmic workouts” (Pitchfork).
The evening begins with the immersive soundscape of John Luther Adams’ “Become River,” transporting audiences to ethereal realms with its hypnotic rhythms and lush textures. Next, Third Coast Percussion presents Christopher Cerrone’s “Meander Spiral Explode,” a riveting exploration of rhythmic intricacy and sonic innovation. The program concludes with Benjamin Britten’s evocative “Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes,” conjuring images of the sea’s power and beauty through its captivating orchestration. Join the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable symphony experience!
Third Coast Percussion also performs on Monday, August 12, as part of the Chautauqua Chamber Music series.
Program:
John Luther Adams: Become River
Christopher Cerrone: Meander Spiral Explode
Third Coast Percussion
Benjamin Britten: Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes
This program is made possible by The Robert and Susan Laubach Endowment and by The Heitzenrater Family Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Fund.
August 15 @ 8:15 pm Week Eight (August 10–17)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Shostakovich’s First Symphony
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: Shostakovich’s First Symphony
Rossen Milanov, conductor
Prepare to be captivated by a symphony program that bridges the past and the present with extraordinary grace. The evening commences with Caroline Shaw’s “Entr’acte,” a contemporary gem that enchants with its ethereal melodies and innovative harmonies, showcasing Shaw’s unique voice as a composer. Following this mesmerizing introduction, the orchestra delves into the dramatic depths of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 1, a groundbreaking work that heralded the arrival of a musical prodigy. Shostakovich’s symphony, with its bold themes and masterful orchestration, stands as a testament to the enduring power of music. Join us for an unforgettable symphony experience, where the genius of Shaw and Shostakovich converge to create an evening of sublime musicality.
Program:
Caroline Shaw: Entr’acte
Dmitri Shostakovich: Symphony No. 1, Op. 10
This program is made possible by The David B. and Barbara Barrett Orr Music Fund and The Boyle Family Fund for the Performing Arts.
August 17 @ 8:15 pm Week Nine (August 17–25)
Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: The Rite of Spring
Amphitheater
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Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra: The Rite of Spring
Rossen Milanov, conductor
Cassandra Trenary, dancer
Choreographer Molissa Fenley’s celebrated solo work, State of Darkness, originally commissioned by the American Dance Festival in 1988, pairs Stravinsky’s complete The Rite of Spring with an intense 35-minute solo performance of relentless fervency, technical precision, and fearless abandon, brought to the Chautauqua stage by American Ballet Theater Principal Dancer Cassandra Trenary. Fenley reimagined the commanding score as the sonic landscape for a solo journey, rather than the usual ensemble interpretations.
The program opens with Leoš Janáček’s Taras Bulba, a vibrant symphonic rhapsody that vividly depicts the story of the Cossack leader Taras Bulba and his sons. Through its evocative melodies and dramatic orchestration, it captures the heroism and tragedy of this legend.
Program
Leoš Janáček: Taras Bulba
State of Darkness
Igor Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring
Cassandra Trenary, dancer
This program is made possible by The Jim and Lynn Levinson Fund for the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and by The Lewis Miller Memorial Fund.
August 21 @ 8:15 pm Week Nine (August 17–25)
Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Timothy Muffitt, conductor
Amphitheater
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Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Timothy Muffitt, conductor
“The 20th was the century of communication. The 21st will be the century of integration. Our rapidly developing global community is the most exciting modern reality.” So opens Wynton Marsalis’ notes to “All Rise,” considered the composer’s Symphony No. 1 — a work not just of music, but of life, history, and the joyous power people hold to create art and progress when they work collectively and collaboratively. Two extraordinary performances of “All Rise” are the cornerstone of the closing week of the Chautauqua season, as Chautauqua’s very own Music School Festival Orchestra under the baton of Timothy Muffitt joins forces with the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus and the legendary Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis on the Amphitheater stage.
This performance is made possible in part by The Hultquist Foundation, Inc. and The H. David Faust Leadership Fund.
August 22 @ 8:15 pm Week Nine (August 17–25)
Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Timothy Muffitt, conductor
Amphitheater
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Wynton Marsalis’ All Rise Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with the Music School Festival Orchestra and Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, Timothy Muffitt, conductor
“The 20th was the century of communication. The 21st will be the century of integration. Our rapidly developing global community is the most exciting modern reality.” So opens Wynton Marsalis’ notes to “All Rise,” considered the composer’s Symphony No. 1 — a work not just of music, but of life, history, and the joyous power people hold to create art and progress when they work collectively and collaboratively. Two extraordinary performances of “All Rise” are the cornerstone of the closing week of the Chautauqua season, as Chautauqua’s very own Music School Festival Orchestra under the baton of Timothy Muffitt joins forces with the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus and the legendary Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis on the Amphitheater stage.
This performance is made possible in part by The Hultquist Foundation, Inc. and The John T. and Katherine G. Bailey Family Fund.