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Symphonie Fantastique & Prokofiev Violin Concerto No. 1
FRI/SAT, SEP 20-21, 2024 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor James Ehnes, violin
Gabriela Ortiz: Téenek
Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No. 1
Berlioz: Symphonie fantastique
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Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 3 & Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1
FRI/SAT, OCT 18-19, 2024 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Jorge Federico Osorio, piano
Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1
Rachmaninoff: Symphony No. 3
Carlos Conducts Sibelius
FRI/SAT, OCT 25-26, 2024 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Philippe Quint, violin
Brahms: Haydn Variations
Errollyn Wallen: Violin Concerto
Sibelius: Symphony No. 2
Holst The Planets
FRI/SAT, NOV 1-2, 2024 | 8PM
Stephanie Childress, conductor
Brian Woods, piano
Oswald Huỳnh: “Then, as if breathing, the sea swelled beneath us.”
Prokofiev: Piano Concerto No. 1
Holst: The Planets
Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 3
FRI/SAT, NOV 15-16, 2024 | 8PM
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Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Stephen Hough, piano
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3
Brahms: Symphony No.1
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Classical Christmas with Carlos
FRI, DEC 6, 2024 | 8PM
SAT, DEC 7, 2024 | 3PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
North Carolina Master Chorale
Celebrate the season as Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto conducts selections from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio and Handel’s Messiah, including the Hallelujah Chorus, with your North Carolina Symphony and the North Carolina Master Chorale.
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MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, WOOLNER STAGE, MARTIN MARIETTA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, RALEIGH
FRI/SAT, JAN 10-11, 2025 | 8PM
Anna Rakitina, conductor
Stella Chen, violin
Elena Langer: Leonora’s Dream
Haydn: Symphony No. 101, “The Clock”
Dvořák: Violin Concerto
FRI/SAT, JAN 24-25, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Pablo Ferrández, cello
Caroline Shaw: Entr’acte
Dutilleux: Tout un monde lointain...
Rimsky-Korsakov: Scheherazade
Concerto No. 4
FRI/SAT, FEB 14-15, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Isata Kanneh-Mason, piano
Michael Abels: Delights & Dances
Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 4
Beethoven: Symphony No. 7
FRI/SAT, FEB 21-22, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor North Carolina Master Chorale
Rhiannon Giddens and Michael Abels: Psalm 23 from Omar
Brahms: Alto Rhapsody
Beethoven: Symphony No. 9
Concerto No. 2
FRI/SAT, MAR 7-8, 2025 | 8PM
Leonard Slatkin, conductor
Olga Kern, piano
Cindy McTee: Timepiece
Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 2
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6, “Pathétique”
FRI/SAT, MAR 21-22, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Mozart: Symphony No. 41, “Jupiter”
Mahler: Symphony No. 5
FRI/SAT, APR 11-12, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Masabane Cecilia Rangwanasha, soprano
Schubert: Symphony No. 8, “Unfinished”
R. Strauss: Four Last Songs
Elgar: “Enigma” Variations
FRI/SAT, APR 25-26, 2025 | 8PM
Marie Jacquot, conductor
Marie-Ange Nguci, piano
Wagner: Tannhäuser Overture
Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 2
Saint-Saëns: Symphony No. 3, “Organ”
FRI/SAT, MAY 9-10, 2025 | 8PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Alessio Bax, piano
Ravel: La valse
Falla: Nights in the Gardens of Spain
Albéniz: Selections from Suite Española
Stravinsky: Suite from The Firebird
“Prieto’s enthusiasm for art and life was apparent from the podium, and the orchestra matched his energy.”
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FRI/SAT, OCT 11-12, 2024 | 8PM
Lawrence Loh, conductor
Take a trip to the legendary worlds of Oscar-winner John Williams as your North Carolina Symphony performs music from iconic film scores—including Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Jurassic Park, and more.
Cirque Holiday Pops
FRI, NOV 29, 2024 | 7:30PM
SAT, NOV 30, 2024 | 3PM
SAT, NOV 30, 2024 | 7:30PM
You’ll be amazed by spellbinding grace and daredevil feats, with contortionists and acrobats performing on stage—and 40 feet above it—all while the Symphony spreads holiday cheer!
Concert Sponsor: WakeMed MyCare 365 Primary & Urgent Care
FRI, JAN 17, 2025 | 8PM
SAT, JAN 18, 2025 | 3PM & 8PM
Michael Cavanaugh, vocalist and piano
Your North Carolina Symphony and the charismatic Michael Cavanaugh honor the music of talented singers and songwriters such as Paul Simon, Neil Diamond, James Taylor, and more in this electric celebration of the American Rock & Roll Songbook.
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FRI/SAT, FEB 7-8, 2025 | 8PM
Chester Gregory, vocalist
Shayna Steele, vocalist
Grab your sweetheart for a romantic evening of classic love songs including “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love,” “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough,” “Let’s Get It On,” “At Last,” and many more.
FRI, MAR 14, 2025 | 8PM
SAT, MAR 15, 2025 | 3PM & 8PM
Experience the magic of Queen with a full rock band and your North Carolina Symphony. Hits include “Somebody to Love,” “Under Pressure,” “We Are the Champions,” “Bohemian Rhapsody,” and more.
Concert Sponsor: First Citizens Bank
FRI/SAT, MAY 2-3, 2025 | 8PM
Brass Transit
“Saturday in the Park,” “25 or 6 to 4,” and “You’re the Inspiration” are just a few of the classic Chicago hits you’ll hear from Brass Transit and your North Carolina Symphony.
MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, WOOLNER STAGE, MARTIN MARIETTA CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS, RALEIGH
GLADYS KNIGHT
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Gladys Knight
SAT, NOV 23, 2024 | 8PM
Don’t miss “Empress of Soul” and seven-time Grammy winner Gladys Knight with your North Carolina Symphony, performing hits like “I Heard It Through the Grapevine,” “Midnight Train to Georgia,” and many more.
Cirque Holiday Pops
WED, NOV 27, 2024 | 4PM
FRI, NOV 29, 2024 | 3PM
Fun for the entire family! These special matinee performances will take your breath away with stunning aerial feats, mind-boggling contortions, and jaw-dropping juggling acts, accompanied by musical holiday favorites.
Classical Christmas with Carlos
FRI, DEC 6, 2024 | 8PM
SAT, DEC 7, 2024 | 3PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor North Carolina Master Chorale
Celebrate the season as Music Director Carlos Miguel Prieto conducts selections from Bach’s Christmas Oratorio and Handel’s Messiah, including the Hallelujah Chorus, with your North Carolina Symphony and the North Carolina Master Chorale.
A Candlelight Christmas
FRI, DEC 20, 2024 | 8PM
SAT, DEC 21, 2024 | 3PM
Immerse yourself in the sounds of the season performed in the glow of candlelight by your North Carolina Symphony. Secure your seats early for these special sure-to-sell-out concerts.
The Ring Without Words
FRI, FEB 28, 2025 | 8PM
SAT, MAR 1, 2025 | 3PM
Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
All the drama of Wagner’s four operas is told through the pure power of the orchestra. Experience the biggest moments of Wagner’s masterpieces including the thrilling and thundering Ride of the Valkyries, conducted by Carlos Miguel Prieto.
Mozart Requiem
FRI/SAT, MAY 16-17, 2025 | 8PM
North Carolina Master Chorale
Hear the magnificent Requiem—one of Mozart’s most personal works—performed by your North Carolina Symphony, the North Carolina Master Chorale, and renowned guest vocalists.
SAT, MAY 25, 2024 | 8PM
Michelle Di Russo, conductor Rodolfo Leone, piano
Tchaikovsky: Overture to The Queen of Spades
Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1
Tchaikovsky: Romeo & Juliet Fantasy Overture
Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture
FRI, MAY 31, 2024 | 8PM
Lawrence Loh, conductor
Take a trip to the legendary worlds of Oscar-winner John Williams as your North Carolina Symphony performs music from iconic film scores—including Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Jurassic Park, and more.
FRI, JUN 7, 2024 | 8PM
Na’Zir McFadden, conductor
Join us for an evening of light classics featuring music by Rossini, Debussy, Dvořák, Bernstein, and more.
Concert Sponsor: William Peace University
SAT, JUN 8, 2024 | 8PM
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
Steep Canyon Rangers
North Carolina’s own Steep Canyon Rangers— Grammy-winners and Billboard chart-toppers— join your North Carolina Symphony for an evening of bluegrass, Americana, and folk rock.
SAT, JUN 15, 2024 | 8PM
Michelle Di Russo, conductor
An evening of classical audience favorites performed under the stars by your North Carolina Symphony.
FRI, JUN 21, 2024 | 8PM
Anna Handler, conductor
Brahms: Tragic Overture
Haydn: Symphony No. 49, “The Passion” Tchaikovsky: Selections from Swan Lake
SAT, JUN 22, 2024 | 8PM
Kevin Fitzgerald, conductor
Back by popular demand, Cirque presents high-flying aerobatics with music by your North Carolina Symphony. Concert Sponsor: Galloway Ridge at Fearrington
SAT, JUN 29, 2024 | 8PM
Brent Havens, conductor
Join us to celebrate one of the most iconic rock groups in history. A masterful combination of symphonic arrangements and a full rock band deliver the Stones’ greatest hits including “Satisfaction,” “Paint It, Black,” “Ruby Tuesday,” and more.
THU, JUL 4, 2024 | 7:30PM
David Glover, conductor
Be there for a salute to the red, white, and blue as we honor the birthday of the U.S.A. with patriotic favorites, highspirited classics, and a fireworks display over Symphony Lake.
SAT, JUL 6, 2024 | 8PM
Swearingen and Kelli, vocalists
Revisit the sounds of the ‘70s with music by James Taylor, Fleetwood Mac, Joni Mitchell, and more! Concert Sponsor: Raleigh Windows and Siding
SAT, JUL 13, 2024 | 8PM
The Catalinas take the stage at Summerfest, bringing a variety of beach music favorites and more that will have us all dancing the night away. The Symphony will not be performing at this concert.
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