Innovative Pops Programming

Movie Classics
So many classical composers also wrote incredible film scores that received Academy Awards like the music from the films: Ben Hur, Lawrence of Arabia, Adventures of Robin Hood, Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon, Lord of the Rings, and more.

John Williams Tribute
All of your favorite John Williams film melodies – selections from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, Battle of the Heroes, Duel of Fates from the Phantom Menace, and Star Wars – a New Hope.

Holiday Pops
Sing along with the Symphony and celebrate the season with your favorite holiday melodies, dancers, a singing Santa, and strolling carolers.

Tonight We Tango!
An exciting orchestra program of the music of Astor Piazzolla and other Latin-American composers – featuring tango dancers, Guitar and Bandoneon.

Classical Music in Films
Music from The Shining, Platoon, Raging Bull, 2001 Space Odessey, all drawn from music by Bartok, Barber, Mascagni, Schubert, Richard Strauss and other beloved classical composers.

July 4th Pops
Travel “Across the USA” with an energetic program of patriotic favorites representing the different states and regions in our wonderful country!

Cirque de la Symphony
Circus performers join the Symphony with music that you all know and love.

The Nutcracker
Thousands of audience members have enjoyed the music of Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet “The Nutcracker” under the baton of conductor Diane Wittry.

Youth and Family Concerts
Experience the “Thrill of the Orchestra” or “Fairy Tales and Adventures” or “The Magic of Music” as Diane Wittry takes you and your family on a wonderful musical journey.