The Soundtrack of America (Summermusik Festival 2026)

Mainstage. Celebrate America250 with the full Cincinnati Chamber Orchestra. Featuring guest artists Zuill Bailey, cello and Darren Thompson, Native American Flute.
Preconcert activities:
6:45-7:15pm: Join Summermusik Director Eckart Preu for a pre-concert talk in the Mayerson Theatre
Wine and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase.
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$35-45 for Adults
$25 for Young Professionals under 40
$12 for Students
Free for Children Under 13
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FRANKLIN PILAND
Oregon Suite
I. Cities
Darren Thompson, Native American flute
SIMON RIVET, Winner of the 2025 Kreitler Commission Competition
Ocean of Quiet (World Premiere, Commission)
ENRICO CHAPELA, CHANDA DANCY, AVNER DORMAN, MARK O’CONNOR, ZHOU TIAN
Visions of Humanity and Unity (World Premiere, Commission)
Zuill Bailey, cello
KANNIKS KANNIKESWARAN
The Indian American Experience (World Premiere, Commission)
AARON COPLAND
Appalachian Spring
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Mainstage Series Sponsor
Carol Ann and Ralph V. Haile, Jr. Foundation
Concert Sponsor
Gale & Dave Beckett