Our 95th season begins with a journey through musical lineage and stylistic homage, featuring cellist Tommy Mesa. The concert opens with Gala Flagello’s "Bravado," embodying dynamic energy, which paves the way to the classical grace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Symphony No. 31 “Paris”. This symphony's Rococo style echoes in Tchaikovsky’s "Variations on a Rococo Theme," […]
We are proud to kick off our 2024-25 season in October with Symphony of Movement, a dynamic first-ever collaboration between GRB and the Grand Rapids Symphony at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre. Conducted by GRSO’s music director Marcelo Lehninger, the symphony shares the stage with the dancers, featuring three acclaimed works and one world-premiere. Programming includes […]
We are proud to kick off our 2024-25 season in October with Symphony of Movement, a dynamic first-ever collaboration between GRB and the Grand Rapids Symphony at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre. Conducted by GRSO’s music director Marcelo Lehninger, the symphony shares the stage with the dancers, featuring three acclaimed works and one world-premiere. Programming includes […]
We are proud to kick off our 2024-25 season in October with Symphony of Movement, a dynamic first-ever collaboration between GRB and the Grand Rapids Symphony at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre. Conducted by GRSO’s music director Marcelo Lehninger, the symphony shares the stage with the dancers, featuring three acclaimed works and one world-premiere. Programming includes […]
We are proud to kick off our 2024-25 season in October with Symphony of Movement, a dynamic first-ever collaboration between GRB and the Grand Rapids Symphony at the Peter Martin Wege Theatre. Conducted by GRSO’s music director Marcelo Lehninger, the symphony shares the stage with the dancers, featuring three acclaimed works and one world-premiere. Programming includes […]
The Chamber Series is designed to showcase the artistry of Lansing Symphony musicians in a special setting and to introduce audiences to talented artists and classical programming. Director Timothy Muffitt Featured Artists William Thain Violin Benjamin Penzner Viola Jinhyun Kim Cello Patrick Johnson Piano
DUO SHEN conductorJOSEPH CONYERS double bass ALEXANDER L. MILLER FireworksTAN DUN Contrabass Concerto: Wolf Totem TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.5 WHAT TO EXPECT ▸ The program begins with GRS Assistant Principal Oboe Alexander Miller’s original composition, Fireworks!▸ We welcome back former GRS Principal Bass Joseph Conyers as a soloist, who is now the Principal at the Philadelphia Orchestra!▸ Our Assistant Conductor, Duo Shen, leads the […]
DUO SHEN conductorJOSEPH CONYERS double bass ALEXANDER L. MILLER FireworksTAN DUN Contrabass Concerto: Wolf Totem TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No.5 WHAT TO EXPECT ▸ The program begins with GRS Assistant Principal Oboe Alexander Miller’s original composition, Fireworks!▸ We welcome back former GRS Principal Bass Joseph Conyers as a soloist, who is now the Principal at the Philadelphia Orchestra!▸ Our Assistant Conductor, Duo Shen, leads the […]
Join us for an engaging and educational journey into the world of the violin, led by the talented Allyson Cohen! This interactive musical adventure is designed for all ages, making it the perfect outing for families and music lovers alike. Discover the fascinating history of the violin, its unique role in the orchestra, and its […]
DUO SHEN conductor | BEN RECTOR guest artist | CODY FRY guest artist Prepare for an unforgettable evening as indie superstar Ben Rector joins forces with the multi-talented Cody Fry for a unique acoustic concert, accompanied by your Grand Rapids Symphony. This extraordinary performance will blend the intimate sounds of guitar and piano with the grandeur of a full symphony […]
BOB BERNHARDT conductor Get your tickets to a monstrous Halloween celebration! Bob Bernhardt conducts musical selections that will send chills up your spine and have you shaking in your seats! You may find yourself sitting next to a vampire, a ghost, or even a zombie. But don’t let that unsettle you. They’re just there for some […]
Immerse yourself in a celebration of jazz’s profound legacy in American music and the world, marking the 100th anniversary of George Gershwin’s "Rhapsody in Blue." The concert opens with William Grant Still’s Symphony No. 2 “Song of a New Race,” echoing jazz’s roots in African and African-American traditions, crafting a narrative of integration and optimism. […]
BOB BERNHARDT conductor Immerse in a playful and mysterious world with live symphonic music that brings the Halloween spirit to life. Perfect for little ones to enjoy the thrill without the scare!
BOB BERNHARDT conductor Get your tickets to a monstrous Halloween celebration! Bob Bernhardt conducts musical selections that will send chills up your spine and have you shaking in your seats! You may find yourself sitting next to a vampire, a ghost, or even a zombie. But don’t let that unsettle you. They’re just there for some […]
