Experience the profound beauty of Rachmaninoff's 2nd Piano Concerto, one of the most celebrated works in the classical repertoire, at EJ Thomas Hall on September 21 at 7:30 pm. Featuring pianist Gabriela Martínez, whose passionate and virtuosic performance promises to bring Rachmaninoff's rich harmonies and sweeping melodies to life.
Join us at EJ Thomas Hall on October 19 at 7:30 pm for a performance of Holst's The Planets, featuring the Akron Symphony Chorus. This iconic orchestral suite takes listeners on a musical journey through the solar system, with each movement representing a different planet, portrayed as their own unique emotion. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience one of classical music’s most imaginative works live.
Experience the serene beauty of Vaughan Williams' The Lark Ascending, a lyrical tribute to the English countryside, alongside Schubert's Fifth Symphony, a light and joyful work inspired by Mozart. With the Akron Symphony Chorus, this concert offers a perfect blend of pastoral elegance and classical charm.
Don’t Miss the Merriest Concert of the Year! Sing along to your favorite holiday tunes, enjoy dazzling musical performances, and create magical memories this season with the Akron Symphony.
Single tickets go on sale July 25th!
You won't want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime performance of Rhapsody in Blue, with local Jazz virtuoso Theron Brown at E.J. Thomas Hall, joined by members of the Gospel Meets Symphony Choir. Come see Gershwin's acclaimed piano masterpiece and celebrate 100 years of Rhapsody In Blue with the Akron Symphony Orchestra.
Our annual Gospel Meets Symphony concert returns for its 31st year, bringing together YOUR Akron Symphony Orchestra and the renowned GMS Choir for a packed stage that has cemented its legacy as one of Akron's landmark performances.
Prepare to be moved by the Akron Symphony's powerful performance of Mahler's Symphony No. 2, "Resurrection." This monumental work, renowned for its exploration of life, death, and the afterlife, will feature the stunning voices of soprano Sonya Headlam and alto Amanda Lynn Bottoms, alongside the Akron Symphony Chorus. Experience a profound musical journey that transcends the ordinary!
Clarinetist Amer Hasan will bring Mozart’s lyrical and virtuosic concerto to life, showcasing the instrument's rich tones and expressive range. The program will also feature the elegant and spirited sounds of Beethoven's First Symphony, a work that marks the composer’s early genius. With the exquisite voice of soprano Sirgourney Cook adding depth to the performance, this concert promises to be a captivating celebration of classical music.
Experience the stirring and soaring musical tour de force known as Verdi's Requiem. Joined by the Akron Symphony Chorus, this emotionally moving masterpiece is fueled by contrasting moments of beautiful melodies and intense musical peaks. Only a work of this magnitude could fill the role as our 2024/25 season finale.
