Penfield Symphony Orchestra's "An American Tapestry" Concert - May 4, 2026
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The Penfield Symphony Orchestra Presents “An American Tapestry” on May 4, 2026
Penfield, NY: The Penfield Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Music Director Dr. Jared Chase, will present “An American Tapestry” on May 4, 2026, the fourth concert of the PSO’s 70th season. The concert starts at 7:30 p.m. at Penfield High School at 25 High School Drive. Tickets are available at www.PenfieldSymphony.org or at the door. The concert is proudly presented by Heathwood Assisted Living and Memory Care.
“We are excited to be presenting a wonderful selection of American pieces to celebrate the 250th anniversary of our republic,” said Chase.
The concert opens with a festive fanfare written to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Statue of Liberty. John Williams’ Liberty Fanfare is a bright and energetic piece for brass and percussion that features bold fanfares and lively rhythms, making it a thrilling concert opener. Our Young Artist Competition Winner, Milo Anderson, will then present the third movement of Tchaikovsky’s famous Piano Concerto No. 1, a fast-paced, joyful, energetic piece featuring a powerful and triumphant dialogue between soloist and orchestra. Originally written as a ballet, Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring then paints a musical picture of early American life and the promise of a new beginning, highlighted by the well-known Shaker tune “Simple Gifts.” The concert concludes with Leonard Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story, which brings jazz, Latin rhythms, and sweeping melodies that capture the drama and energy of the musical, from its driving opening to the famous “Mambo” and the hopeful theme “Somewhere.”
Tickets can be purchased online at www.penfieldsymphony.org, by phone at (585) 872-0774, and at the door on the night of the concert. Tickets cost $15 for adults. For students of any age with a student ID, $1. Group rates are available for parties of six or more.
The Penfield Symphony Orchestra is a 90-piece orchestra whose goal is to enrich the Rochester community by providing fine music in a setting where both amateur and professional musicians can perform a variety of classical repertoire. For information on concerts and highlights, follow the Penfield Symphony Orchestra on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/PenfieldSymphonyOrchestra, or visit the website at http://www.penfieldsymphony.org.
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