2026-27 Classics Series
Events
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Opening Night with Lang Lang
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesBegin the season with a shared moment of brilliance as JoAnn Falletta welcomes the incomparable Lang Lang. From Debussy’s shimmering La Mer to Beethoven’s majestic “Emperor” Concerto, Opening Night glows with grandeur, color, and collective anticipation.
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Francis (2026) World Premiere – Richard Danielpour
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesExperience an historic world premiere as the BPO brings Richard Danielpour’s Francis to life. This sweeping new oratorio blends orchestra, chorus, and narration into a deep human meditation on faith, compassion, and the power of shared belief.
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Francis (2026) World Premiere – Richard Danielpour
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesExperience an historic world premiere as the BPO brings Richard Danielpour’s Francis to life. This sweeping new oratorio blends orchestra, chorus, and narration into a deep human meditation on faith, compassion, and the power of shared belief.
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Glidden Plays Bruch
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesAssociate 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.
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Glidden Plays Bruch
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesAssociate 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.
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Bronfman Plays Mozart
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesPianist Yefim Bronfman brings depth and clarity to Mozart’s dramatic Piano Concerto No. 24. Framed by John Adams’ rhythmic sparkle and Strauss’ cosmic Also Sprach Zarathustra, the evening moves from intimacy to awe.
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Bronfman Plays Mozart
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesPianist Yefim Bronfman brings depth and clarity to Mozart’s dramatic Piano Concerto No. 24. Framed by John Adams’ rhythmic sparkle and Strauss’ cosmic Also Sprach Zarathustra, the evening moves from intimacy to awe.
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Vaughan Williams & Double Bass
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesFeel the city awaken as Keith Lockhart leads Vaughan Williams’ vibrant London Symphony. Bass virtuoso Xavier Foley takes center stage in his own Soul Bass Concerto, pairing personal expression with sweeping orchestral color.
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Vaughan Williams & Double Bass
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesFeel the city awaken as Keith Lockhart leads Vaughan Williams’ vibrant London Symphony. Bass virtuoso Xavier Foley takes center stage in his own Soul Bass Concerto, pairing personal expression with sweeping orchestral color.
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JoAnn’s Classical Christmas
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesStep into the warmth of the season as JoAnn Falletta leads a luminous holiday tradition. With tenor John Riesen and the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus, this cherished program offers reflection, beauty, and a moment of calm amid the bustle.