Events
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S’Wonderful Gershwin
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesBorn September 26, 1898, George Gershwin's influence on 20th century music still resonates today. The BPO celebrates his birthday with works from Rhapsody in Blue and Strike Up The Band to Porgy and Bess and An American in Paris.
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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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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.
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Holiday Pops
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesThe sounds of the season ring out at Western New York’s most cherished holiday tradition when Ron Spigelman and the BPO celebrate with family favorites and a flurry of surprises.
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Dvořák Violin Concerto
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesViolinist Bella Hristova brings passion and lyricism to Dvořák’s beloved concerto. Conductor Valentina Peleggi completes the journey with Dvořák’s sunlit Fifth Symphony, creating an evening rich in melody and forward motion.
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Bugs Bunny at the Symphony
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesCelebrate Bugs Bunny’s 85th birthday as 17 classic Looney Tunes are projected above the orchestra while the BPO performs their original iconic scores as inspired by Wagner, Rossini, Donizetti, Johann Strauss, Liszt, and more. Beloved animated masterpieces including Baton Bunny, The Rabbit of Seville, and What’s Opera, Doc? are joined by brand new additions making their premieres this season.
LOONEY TUNES and all related characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. (s27)
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Falletta Conducts John Williams
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesRelive the magic as JoAnn Falletta leads iconic music by John Williams. With violinist Paul Huang, this concert journeys from concert hall brilliance to cinematic wonder, where familiar themes ignite shared joy across generations.
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Let’s Misbehave
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesTony DeSare and friends put a fresh spin on Cole Porter’s sophisticated, sexy songs such as Night and Day, I Get A Kick Out of You, I’ve Got You Under My Skin, Anything Goes, Too Darn Hot, and You’re the Top. Stay post-concert Saturday for the Annual Sweetheart Dance!
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Spanish Fire & Fantasy
Kleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United StatesColor, rhythm, and heat fill the hall as JoAnn Falletta leads a vibrant Spanish-inspired program. Pianist Avery Gagliano brings intimacy to Falla’s Nights in the Gardens of Spain, surrounded by dances, fire, and sweeping orchestral flair.