A Celebration of the Seasons
- September 26, 2020 at 8:00pm
A theme of joyful rebirth takes center stage as JoAnn Falletta conducts the opening of the BPO season.
Bravo Broadway
- October 3, 2020 at 8:00pm
The Pops season opens with the new generation of Broadway stars along with Buffalo’s Second Generation Theatre Company, as Principal Pops Conductor John Morris Russell conducts beloved musical theatre favorites.
Love & Longing
- October 10, 2020 at 8:00pm
Two works originally composed for keyboard and later transcribed for orchestra: Bach’s Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in D is a virtuosic display of technique and interpretation, played by principal pianist for the New York Philharmonic, Eric Huebner, while Grieg’s Holberg Suite invokes dancing rhythms. Dvořák’s Serenade for Winds, Op. 44 in D captures the lyrical and lively flavor of his native Bohemia. JoAnn Falletta conducts.
That Studio Sound: Jazz Classics for Lovers
- October 17, 2020 at 8:00pm
The BPO brings arrangements of classics by Gershwin, Porter, and Jobim, recorded by the likes of Frank, Nat, and Ella, back to life in all their original splendor with Buffalo crooners Katy Miner and Chris Vasquez. A romantic evening of sultry swing!
Tartan & Tango
- October 24, 2020 at 8:00pm
Intoxicating Spanish rhythms highlight the performance by hometown favorite, guitarist Jason Vieaux, in this program conducted by JoAnn Falletta.
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Televised BPO Musician Portraits on WNED PBS
Mondays, 7:30pm
WNED PBS presents a musical showcase of television specials featuring select musicians from your BPO.
Weekly BPO Audio Broadcasts on WNED Classical
Tuesdays, 7pm
We have partnered with WNED Classical, Buffalo Toronto Public Media’s Classical music station, to broadcast free archived live recordings of BPO concerts.
Events at Kleinhans Music Hall
As of now, there are no State guidelines or news on the timeline for reopening music venues like Kleinhans Music Hall. Though we have developed a very specific and detailed reopening plan, it is apparent that it may be some time before audiences are allowed inside Kleinhans. Please check back soon for the latest updates.