Ruben Studdard – My Tribute to Luther Vandross
- February 13, 2026 at 10:30am
From his roots in Gospel to forays into R&B and Jazz to top winner of American Idol's second season, Ruben Studdard has always considered Luther Vandross his hero. He recreates the velvet tones of songs like Here and Now, Aint No Stoppin' Us Now, Always and Forever, and Dance with my Father for a sentimental return to the '80s and '90s.
Ruben Studdard – My Tribute to Luther Vandross
- February 14, 2026 at 7:30pm
From his roots in Gospel to forays into R&B and Jazz to top winner of American Idol's second season, Ruben Studdard has always considered Luther Vandross his hero. He recreates the velvet tones of songs like Here and Now, Aint No Stoppin' Us Now, Always and Forever, and Dance with my Father for a sentimental return to the '80s and '90s.
The Music of Pink Floyd with The Machine
- February 27, 2026 at 7:30pm
The premier Pink Floyd experience returns to the BPO with classic hits timed to a laser light show, celebrating 50 years since the studio album Wish You Were Here.
Tchaikovsky Meets Elfman
- March 7, 2026 at 7:30pm
A myriad of eclectic instruments—including pots, pans, and metal gadgets—accompany world-renowned percussionist Colin Currie and his acclaimed BPO ensemble in performing Danny Elfman's offbeat, idiosyncratic Percussion Concerto, composed without brass or woodwinds. Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony, once plagued by poor reviews and personal self-doubt, endures as a beloved, emotionally lyrical masterpiece, proving its timeless appeal.
Tchaikovsky Meets Elfman
- March 8, 2026 at 2:30pm
A myriad of eclectic instruments—including pots, pans, and metal gadgets—accompany world-renowned percussionist Colin Currie and his acclaimed BPO ensemble in performing Danny Elfman's offbeat, idiosyncratic Percussion Concerto, composed without brass or woodwinds. Tchaikovsky's Fifth Symphony, once plagued by poor reviews and personal self-doubt, endures as a beloved, emotionally lyrical masterpiece, proving its timeless appeal.


Join us for our 2025-26 season and be uplifted by the music that lives within each of us.
Beyond the Stage
Love Letters to Music
Purchase your copy of Love Letters to Music, a collection of more than 100 poems by BPO Music Director JoAnn Falletta.
Friends Night at the BPO
Plan three nights out with friends – and get a bonus BPO UpClose ticket on us! Offer ends Feb 6.
Florida Tour 2026
This March, the BPO returns to Florida for performances in West Palm Beach, Vero Beach, Gainesville, and Daytona!
Rick Steves’ Europe: A Symphonic Journey
Join Rick Steves and your BPO for a spectacular musical journey through Europe! Presented in partnership with Buffalo Toronto Public Media.
A Hero’s Life
Our latest album, A Hero’s Life, is available now – featuring Behzad Ranjbaran’s Violin Concerto and Richard Strauss’ Ein Heldenleben.
Andrew Bird with the BPO
GRAMMY-nominated violinist, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Andrew Bird joins your BPO for one night only!

Events at Kleinhans Music Hall
Explore more upcoming events at Kleinhans Music Hall, including Just Buffalo’s BABEL series, Buffalo Chamber Music Society performances, National Geographic Live, and more.








