September
26
A Celebration of the Seasons
A theme of joyful rebirth takes center stage as JoAnn Falletta conducts the opening of the BPO season.
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3
Bravo Broadway
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.
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10
Love & Longing
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.
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17
That Studio Sound: Jazz Classics for Lovers
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!
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24
Tartan & Tango
Intoxicating Spanish rhythms highlight the performance by hometown favorite, guitarist Jason Vieaux, in this program conducted by JoAnn Falletta.
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31
Simply Bewitching
From Hollywood horror, chilling orchestral classics, and creepy musical tales, you’ll be spellbound by the magic of your BPO. Music from Psycho, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and autumnal favorites weave together an enchanted night of thrills and chills.
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7
A String Serenade
As the first African American to be awarded the Pulitzer Prize for Music (1996), it is fitting that George Walker’s Lyric for Strings is included on a program of works brimming with inspiration. Mozart’s Wind Serenade No. 11 is pleasingly playful yet heartfelt, Handel’s Harp Concerto No. 6, played by principal harpist Madeline Olson, lends the harp a delicate magic, and Bach’s Air is celestial with the instantly-recognizable second movement of his Baroque masterpiece. JoAnn Falletta conducts.
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14
A Brass Act
Thrill to the power and majesty of the BPO Brass as they perform popular classics, from splendid fanfares and marches, to ragtime and jazz.
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21
Bach, Beethoven & Beyond
Two early 20th century composers have grand masters to thank in this classic program conducted by JoAnn Falletta. Beethoven’s Septet led to increased early fame for the young composer. The extraordinary and familiar Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 by J.S. Bach was an inspiration for Stravinsky’s Dumbarton Oaks, and Respighi’s Ancient Airs and Dances Suite No. 3 was influenced by Baroque-era Italian works.
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5
Baroque Fireworks
Baroque is front and center as JoAnn Falletta conducts Handel’s Music for the Royal Fireworks with its iconic and lavish score, Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No. 6, and Marcello’s Oboe Concerto in C minor played by principal oboist Henry Ward. Your BPO Brass plays an exciting work by Giovanni Gabrieli, and Wagner’s Siegfried Idyll, complete this Baroque program.
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12
JoAnn’s Classical Christmas
BPO musicians highlight our annual offering when Sal Andolina presents a special saxophone rendition of holiday favorites, and the BPO Brass shine in Darin Kelly’s Of Nights and Lights, a sparkling Hanukkah composition. Perennial classics including selections from Menotti’s Amahl and the Night Visitors, Respighi’s “The Adoration of the Magi,”Vaughan-Williams Fantasia on Greensleeves, and more bring the spirit of the season to life.
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19
John Morris Russell’s Holiday Pops
Celebrate the holidays with “Mr. Christmas” himself, Maestro John Morris Russell, with festive Pops favorites from your BPO! It’s Western New York’s most celebrated holiday tradition with an eclectic variety of seasonal music from popular song, film, musical theatre, gospel, and jazz.
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15
Gerard Schwarz Conducts Brahms
Nature takes center stage with two classical favorites: The Flying Dutchman is a thrilling nautical fairytale, while Brahms’ Third is a rapturous ode to the mysterious life in the forest.
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16
Gerard Schwarz Conducts Brahms
Nature takes center stage with two classical favorites: The Flying Dutchman is a thrilling nautical fairytale, while Brahms’ Third is a rapturous ode to the mysterious life in the forest.
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23
Mozart’s The Magic Flute
We celebrate Mozart’s birthday with a semi-staged performance of the cherished lighthearted opera with members of the SUNY Fredonia School of Music Hillman Opera Program.
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24
Mozart’s The Magic Flute
We celebrate Mozart’s birthday with a semi-staged performance of the cherished lighthearted opera with members of the SUNY Fredonia School of Music Hillman Opera Program.
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30
Whitney Houston: The Greatest Love of All
Join your BPO and a powerhouse vocalist who pays tribute to Whitney’s biggest hits.
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5
The Trumpeter’s Call
An inventive program featuring the unique sound of renowned international trumpeter Pacho Flores, plus Rachmaninoff’s brilliant Symphonic Dances.
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6
The Trumpeter’s Call
An inventive program featuring the unique sound of renowned international trumpeter Pacho Flores, plus Rachmaninoff’s brilliant Symphonic Dances.
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13
A Chris Botti Valentine
Botti is back! GRAMMY® Award-winning master trumpeter and composer Chris Botti returns to perform with your BPO. Stay after the performance for the annual Sweetheart Dance!
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20
Beethoven’s Emperor
The majestic keyboard flourishes of Beethoven’s last and largest concerto is countered by the ebullient and lively folk sounds of Eastern Europe.
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21
Beethoven’s Emperor
The majestic keyboard flourishes of Beethoven’s last and largest concerto is countered by the ebullient and lively folk sounds of Eastern Europe.
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26
Prohibition
Experience the roaring 1920s in all its decadence, with vintage imagery and jazzy favorites from Irving Berlin, Edith Piaf, Josephine Baker, and more.
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27
Prohibition
Experience the roaring 1920s in all its decadence, with vintage imagery and jazzy favorites from Irving Berlin, Edith Piaf, Josephine Baker, and more.
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5
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3
One of the most difficult pieces in the piano repertoire, Rachmaninoff’s dramatic Third anchors a program featuring two idyllic works by Kodaly.
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6
Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 3
One of the most difficult pieces in the piano repertoire, Rachmaninoff’s dramatic Third anchors a program featuring two idyllic works by Kodaly.
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19
Classical Fireworks
Pavel Sporcl brings his famed blue violin to Buffalo in an energetic program that includes the well-known William Tell Overture and concludes with Tchaikovsky’s supercharged Fourth Symphony.
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20
Classical Fireworks
Pavel Sporcl brings his famed blue violin to Buffalo in an energetic program that includes the well-known William Tell Overture and concludes with Tchaikovsky’s supercharged Fourth Symphony.
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27
James Bond & Beyond
A retrospective of the music from the greatest James Bond films and Spy-Fi classics.
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9
An American in Paris
George Gershwin’s love letter to the City of Lights lends its American-bred sound to a trio of composers who were influenced by uniquely American elements.
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10
An American in Paris
George Gershwin’s love letter to the City of Lights lends its American-bred sound to a trio of composers who were influenced by uniquely American elements.
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16
Glenn Miller Orchestra
The world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, with its unique jazz sound, is one of the most popular and sought-after big bands in the world today. With symphonic expansion by your BPO, the Glenn Miller Orchestra always delivers a high energy concert that is not-to-be-missed!
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17
Glenn Miller Orchestra
The world-famous Glenn Miller Orchestra, with its unique jazz sound, is one of the most popular and sought-after big bands in the world today. With symphonic expansion by your BPO, the Glenn Miller Orchestra always delivers a high energy concert that is not-to-be-missed!
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24
Beethoven & Mendelssohn
The BPO travels from the tropical forests of Puerto Rico to the highlands of Scotland, with a dramatic detour to perform Beethoven’s bold and massive dance between piano and orchestra.
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25
Beethoven & Mendelssohn
The BPO travels from the tropical forests of Puerto Rico to the highlands of Scotland, with a dramatic detour to perform Beethoven’s bold and massive dance between piano and orchestra.
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30
Sultans of String
Join Maestro John Morris Russell and the Sultans of String, Canada’s JUNO Award-nominated cultural ambassadors of world music, as they serve up their signature genre-bending mélange of Spanish Flamenco, gypsy jazz, Middle Eastern folk, and Cuban rhythms.
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1
Sultans of String
Join Maestro John Morris Russell and the Sultans of String, Canada’s JUNO Award-nominated cultural ambassadors of world music, as they serve up their signature genre-bending mélange of Spanish Flamenco, gypsy jazz, Middle Eastern folk, and Cuban rhythms.
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8
Debussy & The Mermaid
The underwater world is depicted in two lavish stories, one of sacrificial love, the other of a lost world. The beautiful lyrical theme beauty continues in Bruch’s melodic concerto.
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9
Debussy & The Mermaid
The underwater world is depicted in two lavish stories, one of sacrificial love, the other of a lost world. The beautiful lyrical theme beauty continues in Bruch’s melodic concerto.
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14
Pétrouchka
Jovial Russian waltzes and enchantment fill Stravinsky’s beloved symphonic tale of a magical street puppet, and audiences will be mesmerized by concertmaster Nikki Chooi’s BPO concerto debut.
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15
Pétrouchka
Jovial Russian waltzes and enchantment fill Stravinsky’s beloved symphonic tale of a magical street puppet, and audiences will be mesmerized by concertmaster Nikki Chooi’s BPO concerto debut.
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28
Star Spangled Salute
Experience Western New York’s premier Memorial Day tradition as the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus joins your BPO in a program filled with inspiring music and red, white and blue pageantry.
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29
Star Spangled Salute
Experience Western New York’s premier Memorial Day tradition as the Buffalo Philharmonic Chorus joins your BPO in a program filled with inspiring music and red, white and blue pageantry.
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5
Mahler’s Resurrection
A fitting close to our season, Mahler’s monumental “Resurrection” is a retrospective on life, final judgement, and redemption.
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6
Mahler’s Resurrection
A fitting close to our season, Mahler’s monumental “Resurrection” is a retrospective on life, final judgement, and redemption.
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June
16
World Doctors Orchestra
The World Doctors Orchestra (WDO) was founded in 2008 and combines the pleasure of fine music with global medical responsibility.…
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