A Night of Firsts! Indulge yourself in Beethoven’s first symphonic masterpiece — the sparking classic that first forged the world’s faithful adoration of this musical genius. The forbidden yet abiding love of doomed duo Romeo and Juliet takes center stage next, gradually building to a rapturous climax. Then, catch a rising star: Bryan Wallick’s enthralling performance of Brahms’ First Piano Concerto takes the evening to glorious heights!

Beethoven		Symphony No. 1
Berlioz	—	Love Scene from Romeo & Juliet *
Brahms	—	Piano Concerto No. 1
(*) First Performance by the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra

The Evansville Philharmonic Youth Orchestras, EPYO and EPYO II, present their Winter Concert.

Open seating. General admission is just $7!

Our Youth Orchestras offer performance opportunities to tri-state area high school and middle school students that have musical talent.

There are two groups; a high school orchestra (EPYO) with 78 members in grades 9—12, and a junior high orchestra (EPYO II), with 67 members in grades 6—9. Both have been performing since 1993.

A stunning soundtrack to a night of romance! Mozart’s comical Overture to Cosi fan tutte unmasks the fickle degrees of love held within the human heart. Mozart’s Violin Concerto No. 4 showcases violinist Jennifer Koh, touted as a “risk-taking, high-octane player … who grabs the listener by the ears and refuses to let go.” Berlioz’s epic Symphonie Fantastique depicts the dramatic, dark side of love. Listen carefully as this haunting musical tale of obsession and fatal attraction unfolds before you.

Broadway stars Melissa Errico, Gary Mauer and William Michals join the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus in an evening of music by the incomparable Rodgers & Hammerstein. All the hit tunes from the great shows of Rodgers & Hammerstein are on the “Playbill” — The King & I, Oklahoma, Carousel, South Pacific and, of course, The Sound of Music. Now that’s some enchanted evening!

Spend an evening with national heroes and music that excites the senses. Journey to the countryside, smell the fresh air, and ride along with a hero’s army galloping to the rescue. Get goosebumps as Hindemith’s masterpiece marches toward a spectacular ending. Then, immerse yourself in the world of Saint Alexander Nevsky. Celebrate his victory as the Evansville Philharmonic Chorus sings of his adventures. Hear the call to arms, feel the clash between forces, witness the lament of lost love, and rejoice in Nevsky’s triumphant return!