UA Symphony Orchestra at EJ Thomas Hall FREE

Schedule

Thu, 30 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

E.J. Thomas Hall at the University of Akron | Akron, OH

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The University of Akron Symphony Orchestra presents an unforgettable evening of American and Baroque masterworks. The program features George Gershwin’s iconic An American in Paris, a sweeping musical portrait brimming with jazz-infused energy and cinematic grandeur. Breanna Sasanecki, winner of the 2026 Concerto Competition, takes center stage as featured soloist in Vivaldi’s Bassoon Concerto in D minor, showcasing the remarkable talent of our next generation of performers. Finally, the concert is accentuated by fan-favorite Leonard Bernstein’s exhilarating Overture to West Side Story, setting the stage for a night of vibrant orchestral color. Don’t miss it! FREE
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E.J. Thomas Hall at the University of Akron, SP+ Parking, 198 Hill St, Akron, OH 44304, United States

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