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CLASSICAL

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO | MUSIC DIRECTOR MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

Opening Weekend!

DVOŘÁK: NEW WORLD

SYMPHONY

FRI/SAT, SEP 19-20, 2025 | 8PM

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Denis Kozhukhin, piano

Barber: Overture to The School for Scandal

Rachmaninoff: Piano Concerto No. 4

Dvořák: Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”

14 | 11 | 7A | 5

ALL BEETHOVEN

FRI/SAT, OCT 10-11, 2025 | 8PM

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Paul Huang, violin

Beethoven: Overture to Fidelio

Beethoven: Violin Concerto

Beethoven: Symphony No. 4

14 | 11 | 7B

COPLAND SYMPHONY NO. 3

FRI/SAT, OCT 17-18, 2025 | 8PM

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Samuel Almaguer, clarinet

Chávez: Sinfonia India

Copland: Clarinet Concerto

Copland: Symphony No. 3

14 | 11 | 7A | 5

CLASSICAL

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO | MUSIC DIRECTOR

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

GERSHWIN & BERNSTEIN

FRI/SAT, FEB 6-7, 2026 | 8PM

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Timothy McAllister, saxophone

Bernstein: Music from On the Town

John Adams: Saxophone Concerto

Gershwin: Porgy and Bess: A Symphonic Picture

Johnson: Victory Stride

14 | 11 | 7B | 5

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TCHAIKOVSKY & MORE

FRI/SAT, FEB 20-21, 2026 | 8PM

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Vadim Gluzman, violin

Tchaikovsky: 1812 Overture

Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto

Ravel: Daphnis and Chloe

14 | 11 | 7A

CHOPIN PIANO CONCERTO NO. 1

FRI/SAT, MAR 6-7, 2026 | 8PM

Eduardo Strausser, conductor

Claire Huangci, piano

Rossini: Overture to La Cenerentola

Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 1

Mendelssohn: Symphony No. 3, “Scottish”

14 | 11 | 7B

POPS

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO | MUSIC DIRECTOR

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS

FRI/SAT, OCT 3-4, 2025 | 8PM

John Gennaro Devlin, conductor

Immerse yourself in the legendary movie music of Oscar-winner John Williams including Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Superman, and more.

6-EVENING SERIES

HOLIDAY POPS

FRI, DEC 12, 2025 | 8PM

SAT, DEC 13, 2025 | 3PM & 8PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Mamie Parris, vocalist

Be part of Raleigh’s most beloved holiday tradition starring Broadway sensation Mamie Parris and your North Carolina Symphony. Be sure to arrive early for photo ops with Santa!

6-EVENING SERIES | 3-MATINEE SERIES

REVOLUTION: THE MUSIC OF THE BEATLES

FRI, JAN 16, 2026 | 8PM SAT, JAN 17, 2026 | 3PM & 8PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Paul Loren, vocalist

Colin Smith, vocalist

Rick Brantley, vocalist

“Come Together” and celebrate Revolution: The Music of the Beatles with a stunning multimedia experience featuring symphonic arrangements transcribed from the original master recordings at Abbey Road.

6-EVENING SERIES | 3-MATINEE SERIES

FRIDAY FAVORITES

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO | MUSIC DIRECTOR

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

DVOŘÁK: NEW WORLD SYMPHONY

FRI, SEP 26, 2025 | NOON

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Samuel Almaguer, clarinet

Copland: Clarinet Concerto

Dvořák: Symphony No. 9, “From the New World”

6 | 3A

BEETHOVEN “EROICA” SYMPHONY

FRI, NOV 14, 2025 | NOON

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor

Jennifer Higdon: Selections from Cold Mountain Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, “Eroica”

6 | 3B

HOLIDAY POPS

FRI, DEC 12, 2025 | NOON

Sophie Mok, conductor

Join us for Raleigh’s most cherished holiday tradition as we bring beloved seasonal classics to life—from timeless carols to spirited renditions of festive favorites. With dazzling arrangements and heartwarming melodies, this joyful celebration is sure to delight.

6 | 3A

YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONCERTS

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO | MUSIC DIRECTOR | MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

It’s spooktacular family fun! HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR

SAT, OCT 25, 2025 | 1PM & 4PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Celebrate Halloween with “fa-BOO-lous” family-friendly ghostly favorites, from spooky classics to silly characters, the orchestra takes you on a symphonic thrill ride of haunted melodies. Come early for the Halloween costume contest!

THE MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER

SAT, JAN 3, 2026 | 1PM & 4PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Calling all Gryffindors, Hufflepuffs, Ravenclaws, and even Slytherins! Relive the magic of Hogwarts and the wizarding world as your North Carolina Symphony conjures up favorite tunes from the Harry Potter films and more. Wizards are welcome to wear their robes.

STAR WARS & MORE!

SAT, MAR 28, 2026 | 1PM & 4PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

May the Force be with you! Travel to galaxies far, far away as the Symphony performs your favorite music from across the Star Wars universe—and more. Join us for all the pre-concert activities, including crafts and our popular Instrument Zoo!

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Thanksgiving Weekend

CIRQUE HOLIDAY POPS

WED, NOV 26, 2025 | 4PM

H LIDAY CONCERTS

CARLOS MIGUEL PRIETO MUSIC DIRECTOR

MEYMANDI CONCERT HALL, RALEIGH

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HANDEL’S MESSIAH

FRI, DEC 5, 2025 | 8PM

SAT, DEC 6, 2025 | 3PM

Katharina Wincor, conductor

Rachele Gilmore, soprano

Taylor Raven, mezzo soprano

Aaron Crouch, tenor

Matt Boehler, bass

North Carolina Master Chorale

Your North Carolina Symphony, the North Carolina Master Chorale, and soloists share a celebration of passion and beauty—including the Hallelujah chorus.

A CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS

with the North Carolina Symphony Holiday Brass

FRI, DEC 19, 2025 | 7:30PM

SAT/SUN, DEC 20-21, 2025 | 3PM

Sure-tosell-out fast!

FRI/SAT, NOV 28-29, 2025 | 3PM & 7:30PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Cirque de la Symphonie

Kick off the festive season with spellbinding grace and daredevil feats, contortionists, and acrobats performing on stage—and 40 feet above it—all while your North Carolina Symphony spreads holiday cheer! Come early to visit Santa in the lobby.

TUES, DEC 23, 2025 | 3PM & 7:30PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

North Carolina Symphony Holiday Brass

Featuring jubilant brass and a festive chorus, this concert is among the Triangle’s most beloved holiday traditions. Last year’s performances sold out, so don’t miss your chance to celebrate the season with the glow of candlelight.

SPECIAL EVENT CONCERTS

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VIDEO GAMES LIVE

SAT, SEP 13, 2025 | 7:30PM

Emmanuel Fratianni, conductor

Tommy Tallarico, creator/producer/host

Video Games Live™ features music from popular video games, including Final Fantasy, Halo, Warcraft, Skyrim, Kingdom Hearts, Metal Gear Solid, Chrono Trigger and Chrono Cross, The Last of Us, Undertale, Shadow of the Colossus, Mass Effect, Castlevania, Okami, and more— all accompanied by your North Carolina Symphony.

RICK STEVES’ EUROPE: A SYMPHONIC JOURNEY

THU/FRI, NOV 6-7, 2025 | 7:30PM

Usually, you’ll find Rick Steves touring the great destinations of Europe. Now you can join him on a different journey: A Symphonic Journey. Rick Steves teams up with your NCS for a performance that combines Europe’s most stirring Romantic-era anthems with beautiful high-definition cinematography and Rick’s insights into European history.

Pack your picnic and bring your friends and family for memorable evenings at the beautiful Koka Booth Amphitheatre in Cary.

SUMMERFEST

Opening Night

RHAPSODY IN BLUE

SAT, MAY 24, 2025 | 8PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Dan Tepfer, piano

Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

Gershwin: An American in Paris

Gershwin: Lullaby

Gershwin: Porgy and Bess: A Symphonic Picture

THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS

FRI, MAY 30, 2025 | 8PM

Lawrence Loh, conductor

The North Carolina Symphony honors the great John Williams, one of the most iconic film composers of all time. Experience his legendary movie music from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Jurassic Park, and more.

A SUMMER NIGHT IN FRANCE

FRI, JUNE 6, 2025 | 8PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Enjoy French classics—Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite, Saint-Saëns’ “Bacchanale” from Samson and Delilah, and more.

DISCO FEVER

SAT, JUNE 7, 2025 | 8PM

Welcome to Boogie Wonderland! Put on your dancin‘ shoes for a groovy trip down memory lane with non-stop disco hits including “That’s the Way (I Like It)”, “It’s Raining Men,” “We Are Family,” “I Will Survive,” “Stayin’ Alive,” “The Hustle,” “Hot Stuff,” and more!

now Lawn Flex 10-Pack only $268* —that’s just $27 a ticket

Plus, kids 12 and under are always admitted FREE on the lawn!

BEETHOVEN

SYMPHONY NO. 5

FRI, JUNE 13, 2025 | 8PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

Tchaikovsky: Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture

Beethoven: Symphony No. 5

THE MUSIC OF JIMMY BUFFETT & MORE

SAT, JUNE 14, 2025 | 8PM

Tropical rock for 5 o'clock... somewhere! Time to celebrate the vibe, the breeze, and the tropical songs of Jimmy Buffett, Bob Marley, Van Morrison, The Beach Boys, and more.

MOZART BY MOONLIGHT

SAT, JUNE 21, 2025 | 8PM

Taichi Fukumura, conductor

Nathan Meltzer, violin

Mozart: Overture to The Marriage of Figaro

Mozart: Violin Concerto No. 5

Mozart: Symphony No. 38

FROM CLASSICAL TO BROADWAY

SAT, JUNE 28, 2025 | 8PM

David Glover, conductor

Andrea Edith Moore, vocalist

Share great moments in music with beloved classical gems and hits from Broadway including songs from The Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, My Fair Lady, and more.

INDEPENDENCE DAY*

FRI, JULY 4, 2025 | 7:30PM

Sophie Mok, conductor

FREE Concert

This free concert celebrates with patriotic favorites, high-spirited classics, and a fireworks display over Symphony Lake.

SONGS OF THE ‘70s

SAT, JULY 5, 2025 | 8PM

Kevin Fitzgerald, conductor Swearingen and Kelli, vocalists

Celebrate some of the most adored classic songs from the seventies that defined a generation—featuring timeless works by Cat Stevens, James Taylor, Carole King, Fleetwood Mac, Johnny & June, Simon & Garfunkel, John Denver, Neil Young, Roberta Flack, Joni Mitchell, and more.

THE CATALINAS

SAT, JULY 12, 2025 | 8PM

The Catalinas take the stage at Summerfest, bringing beach music favorites and more—sure to have you dancing the night away!

The Symphony will not be performing at this concert.

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SWEARINGEN AND KELLI

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