The Tchaikovsky Festival culminates with the emotional depth of the Sleeping Beauty Suite, the virtuosity of Variations on a Rococo Theme, and the poignant Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”. This final weekend offers a profound reflection on Tchaikovsky’s legacy, marked by the beauty and tragedy of his final symphony.

Experience the scandalous allure of Paris in Verdi’s La Traviata, brought to life in a semi-staged collaboration with SUNY Fredonia's Hillman Opera Program. This tale of fortune, fate, and forgiveness remains as captivating today as it was in the 19th century, promising a night of operatic splendor.

Dive into an evening of storytelling through music with Stravinsky’s Pulcinella Suite, The Faun and the Shepherdess, and Song of the Nightingale, alongside Ravel’s Shéhérazade. These works, inspired by classic tales, offer a tapestry of musical narratives that transport you to worlds of romance, fantasy, and intrigue.

Join us for a poignant evening as we present Sanctuary Road, the moving historical narrative of the Underground Railroad, alongside Margaret Bonds’ Montgomery Variations. This program honors the legacy of abolitionist William Still and Martin Luther King Jr., through music that echoes the struggle and hope of the journey toward freedom.

Explore the mystical and romantic landscapes of Sibelius’ Symphony No. 1, complemented by Glinka’s vibrant Overture to Ruslan and Ludmila and Behzad Ranjbaran’s mesmerizing Violin Concerto. This program, rich with narrative and melodic beauty, invites you into a world where music and storytelling intertwine.