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Be part of a landmark world premiere as the BPO unveils Richard Danielpour’s Francis: An Oratorio in Nine Scenes, a sweeping new work inspired by St. Francis of Assisi and marking the 800th anniversary of his death. Through large-scale sound and intimate storytelling, the oratorio reflects on compassion, care for creation, shared humanity, and the search for meaning in our own time.

Be part of a landmark world premiere as the BPO unveils Richard Danielpour’s Francis: An Oratorio in Nine Scenes, a sweeping new work inspired by St. Francis of Assisi and marking the 800th anniversary of his death. Through large-scale sound and intimate storytelling, the oratorio reflects on compassion, care for creation, shared humanity, and the search for meaning in our own time.

The BPO and BUCC honor the legendary Gospel Hall of Fame composer, pianist, and choir leader with a heartfelt selection from his many contributions to worship anthems and beyond. Smallwood bridged traditional church music, classical orchestral training, and contemporary R&B, recording with artists including Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Boyz II Men, and Destiny’s Child. His modern-day hymn, Total Praise crossed denominations, races, and cultures throughout the Christian world.

A nostalgic musical voyage through the breezy, laid-back sounds of the ‘70s and ‘80s, featuring hits from Hall & Oates, Christopher Cross, Fleetwood Mac, George Michael, Kenny Loggins, and more.

Associate concertmaster Amy Glidden joins JoAnn Falletta for an evening of lyricism and warmth. From a bold new symphony by Jonathan Leshnoff to Brahms’ radiant Second Symphony, this program balances freshness and familiarity in a deeply satisfying flow.