Merced Symphony Side-by-Side Spectacular

Schedule

Wed, 29 Oct, 2025 at 06:00 pm

UTC-07:00

Location

UC Merced | Merced, CA

Advertisement
A powerhouse orchestral evening uniting the Merced Symphony with student musicians in a vibrant celebration of symphonic and cultural favorites.
The Merced Symphony returns to UC Merced for its second annual Side-by-Side Spectacular, bringing together professional musicians with talented students from UC Merced and Merced College for an unforgettable evening of collaboration. Under the baton of conductor Ming Luke, the combined orchestra performs a dynamic program that flows from sweeping romanticism to electrifying Mexican rhythms. This celebration of shared artistry promises to be a highlight of the season — a joyful blend of mentorship, community, and world-class performance.
Program:
Bedřich Smetana: Vltava (“The Moldeau”)
Leonard Bernstein: Selections from West Side Story (arr. Mason)
Traditional: La Llorona (arr. Erick Giovanni)
Traditional: Son de la Negra (arr. Choate)
Pyotr Ilych Tchaikovsky: Marche Slav
Camille Saint-Saëns: Danse Bacchanale
Tickets:
Orchestra Seating: $45 - enjoy a close-up view of the performance along with a complimentary reserved parking space and golf-cart ride to and from the Amphitheater.
Lawn Seating: $15 - bring your picnic blankets and low-lying chairs for a more casual viewing experience.
FREE Lawn Seating for Students & Children (reservation still required)
Advertisement

Where is it happening?

UC Merced, Merced, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

UC Merced Arts

Host or Publisher UC Merced Arts

It's more fun with friends. Share with friends

Discover More Events in Merced

Fall Fest 2025
Fri, 31 Oct at 06:00 pm Fall Fest 2025

353 E Donna Drive, Merced, CA, United States, California 95340

FESTIVALS FALL-FESTIVALS
Trunk or Treat
Fri, 31 Oct at 06:00 pm Trunk or Treat

Marketplace at Merced

TRUNK-OR-TREAT HALLOWEEN
Community Ride
Sat, 01 Nov at 10:00 am Community Ride

Applegate Park

TRIPS-ADVENTURES MEETUPS
MBC Monthly Meeting
Sat, 01 Nov at 12:00 pm MBC Monthly Meeting

Coffee Bandits

MEETUPS
Where Do Pandemics Come From? Using Black Death Narratives to Rethink the Origin of Pandemics
Thu, 06 Nov at 02:00 pm Where Do Pandemics Come From? Using Black Death Narratives to Rethink the Origin of Pandemics

5200 N Lake Rd, Merced, CA, United States, California 95343

The Imbossador's Ball
Fri, 17 Oct at 06:00 pm The Imbossador's Ball

Cien Ojos Studio

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Outdoor education fundraiser
Sat, 18 Oct at 05:30 pm Outdoor education fundraiser

Merced County Office Of Education

NONPROFIT WORKSHOPS
DIWALI NIGHT - FIRST EVER IN MERCED
Thu, 23 Oct at 06:00 pm DIWALI NIGHT - FIRST EVER IN MERCED

N Street

DIWALI MUSIC
OKTOBERFEST
Fri, 24 Oct at 05:00 pm OKTOBERFEST

5714 N Lk Rd

OKTOBERFEST MUSIC
Merced Gospel Fest
Sat, 25 Oct at 04:00 pm Merced Gospel Fest

Christian Life Center

FESTIVALS
Adam & Marcela's Anniversary Party
Sat, 25 Oct at 09:00 pm Adam & Marcela's Anniversary Party

The High Dive at Ravello's

KARAOKE PARTIES
Merced Symphony Side-by-Side Spectacular
Wed, 29 Oct at 06:00 pm Merced Symphony Side-by-Side Spectacular

UC Merced

MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Chart Toppers and Showstoppers
Sat, 08 Nov at 05:30 pm Chart Toppers and Showstoppers

Merced Multicultural Arts Center

ENTERTAINMENT MUSIC
Nayo Escobar
Sat, 08 Nov at 08:00 pm Nayo Escobar

301 W Main St, Merced, CA, United States, California 95340

ENTERTAINMENT BUSINESS
Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience
Fri, 14 Nov at 07:00 pm Are You Ready For It? A Taylor Experience

Merced Theatre, West Main Street, Merced, CA, USA

CONCERTS MUSIC
World Ballet Company presents: The Nutcracker
Thu, 04 Dec at 07:00 pm World Ballet Company presents: The Nutcracker

Merced Theatre

PERFORMANCES DANCE

What's Happening Next in Merced?

Discover Merced Events