Opening Weekend of the Symphony: Nights in the Gardens of Spain

Name: Opening Weekend of the Symphony: Nights in the Gardens of Spain
Start: 2025-10-18T19:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-18T21:00:00-04:00
Location: 500 NE 9th St, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34470

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

500 NE 9th St, Ocala, FL, United States, Florida 34470 | Ocala, FL

Kick off the Ocala Symphony’s milestone 50th Anniversary Season with a thrilling concert of vibrant rhythms and evocative melodies! This dazzling program takes you on a musical journey through Spain, showcasing its rich cultural tapestry and fiery passion. Experience the electrifying energy of Rimsky-Korsakov’s Capriccio Espagnol and be swept away by the shimmering beauty of Manuel de Falla’s Nights in the Gardens of Spain, featuring the extraordinary Spanish pianist, José María Inglés. After intermission, explore the lush landscapes of María de Pablos’ Castilla – her music coming to the United States for the first time! – and revel in the timeless allure of selections from Bizet’s Carmen. This unforgettable evening marks the beginning of a golden year for the Ocala Symphony. Come celebrate five decades of music, community, and artistry!
Matthew Wardell, Music Director and Conductor
Sponsored by Avison Young, Roberts of Ocala Funerals & Cremations, Empath Home Health & Hospice of Marion County and a friend of the Ocala Symphony