Sharing Our Stories
“Who hears music, feels his solitude
Peopled at once.”
― Robert Browning
Music has the power to connect. It can connect us to ourselves more deeply and it can bring us together. As a community of music lovers, we invite you to share your stories of how music has been meaningful to you in the past.
Embark on a high-seas adventure! Set sail with Captain Jack Sparrow (“Ahh, so you have heard of him…”) as we bring this swashbuckling tale to the big screen with the full power of our symphony playing Klaus Badelt and Hans Zimmer’s epic score.
Raise your colors, make port in Tortuga, and join the pirates you know and love as they search for the legendary Black Pearl and cursed skeletal crew.
In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Madame Butterfly’s story is framed from a bold new point of view, seen through the fantastical realm of virtual reality that allows fact and fiction to blur. With some of the most breathtaking music in all of opera, you’ll follow the passionate journey of Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San and her fleeting romance with the American naval officer, Pinkerton—and feel the heartbreak as she awaits his return with unwavering faith.
But is it all merely a fantasy? Witness the power dynamics at play as this beloved story unfolds, revealing the consequences of careless desire and the enduring strength of the human spirit in a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of the human heart.
In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Madame Butterfly’s story is framed from a bold new point of view, seen through the fantastical realm of virtual reality that allows fact and fiction to blur. With some of the most breathtaking music in all of opera, you’ll follow the passionate journey of Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San and her fleeting romance with the American naval officer, Pinkerton—and feel the heartbreak as she awaits his return with unwavering faith.
But is it all merely a fantasy? Witness the power dynamics at play as this beloved story unfolds, revealing the consequences of careless desire and the enduring strength of the human spirit in a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of the human heart.
In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Madame Butterfly’s story is framed from a bold new point of view, seen through the fantastical realm of virtual reality that allows fact and fiction to blur. With some of the most breathtaking music in all of opera, you’ll follow the passionate journey of Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San and her fleeting romance with the American naval officer, Pinkerton—and feel the heartbreak as she awaits his return with unwavering faith.
But is it all merely a fantasy? Witness the power dynamics at play as this beloved story unfolds, revealing the consequences of careless desire and the enduring strength of the human spirit in a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of the human heart.
Step into the elegance of The Grand America Hotel and enjoy an intimate concert by the Utah Opera Resident Artists and Principal Coach Carol Anderson. Surrounded by luxury in the Lobby Lounge, you'll be serenaded with songs of spring spanning opera, art song, and musical theatre. Sip, relax, and let the season of renewal and beauty unfold through music in this evening of sophistication and song. Spring never sounded so exquisite.
In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Madame Butterfly’s story is framed from a bold new point of view, seen through the fantastical realm of virtual reality that allows fact and fiction to blur. With some of the most breathtaking music in all of opera, you’ll follow the passionate journey of Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San and her fleeting romance with the American naval officer, Pinkerton—and feel the heartbreak as she awaits his return with unwavering faith.
But is it all merely a fantasy? Witness the power dynamics at play as this beloved story unfolds, revealing the consequences of careless desire and the enduring strength of the human spirit in a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of the human heart.
Join us for an unforgettable evening with acclaimed singer-songwriter Amos Lee. Known for his soulful voice and masterful blend of folk, rock, and soul influences, Amos Lee has captivated audiences worldwide with his emotionally charged songwriting and powerful live performances. This intimate concert offers a rare opportunity to experience the raw emotion behind his hits, from heartfelt stories of love and loss to personal growth.
In this groundbreaking new production created by an all-Japanese and Japanese American creative team, Madame Butterfly’s story is framed from a bold new point of view, seen through the fantastical realm of virtual reality that allows fact and fiction to blur. With some of the most breathtaking music in all of opera, you’ll follow the passionate journey of Japanese geisha Cio-Cio-San and her fleeting romance with the American naval officer, Pinkerton—and feel the heartbreak as she awaits his return with unwavering faith.
But is it all merely a fantasy? Witness the power dynamics at play as this beloved story unfolds, revealing the consequences of careless desire and the enduring strength of the human spirit in a poignant exploration of love, sacrifice, betrayal, and the complexities of the human heart.
Start your morning off right with a behind-the-scenes look at the process of bringing our concerts to the stage. Finishing Touches gives our audience the opportunity to observe working rehearsals; selections from the program will be rehearsed at the discretion of the conductor.
The passionate intensity of Saint-Saëns' Piano Concerto No. 2 is a testament to Saint-Saëns' mastery of the piano and his ability to evoke a range of emotions—and in the hands of the visionary and commanding pianist Alessio Bax, it’s sure to mesmerize!
Showing the full scope of Bartók's brilliance, his Concerto for Orchestra highlights each section of the orchestra as soloists in their own right. With dazzling brass fanfares and delicate dances of strings and woodwinds, each instrument has its moment to show off virtuosity and versatility. This final completed work by Bartók is a masterclass in structural perfection, much like the perfect balance found in Mozart’s symphonies more than 150 years earlier.
The passionate intensity of Saint-Saëns' Piano Concerto No. 2 is a testament to Saint-Saëns' mastery of the piano and his ability to evoke a range of emotions—and in the hands of the visionary and commanding pianist Alessio Bax, it’s sure to mesmerize!
Showing the full scope of Bartók's brilliance, his Concerto for Orchestra highlights each section of the orchestra as soloists in their own right. With dazzling brass fanfares and delicate dances of strings and woodwinds, each instrument has its moment to show off virtuosity and versatility. This final completed work by Bartók is a masterclass in structural perfection, much like the perfect balance found in Mozart’s symphonies more than 150 years earlier.
The passionate intensity of Saint-Saëns' Piano Concerto No. 2 is a testament to Saint-Saëns' mastery of the piano and his ability to evoke a range of emotions—and in the hands of the visionary and commanding pianist Alessio Bax, it’s sure to mesmerize!
Showing the full scope of Bartók's brilliance, his Concerto for Orchestra highlights each section of the orchestra as soloists in their own right. With dazzling brass fanfares and delicate dances of strings and woodwinds, each instrument has its moment to show off virtuosity and versatility. This final completed work by Bartók is a masterclass in structural perfection, much like the perfect balance found in Mozart’s symphonies more than 150 years earlier.
Deeply thoughtful conductor Markus Poschner returns to explore the theme of self-reflection, opening with a soul-stirring violin concerto by Hollywood-favorite composer Kris Bowers (Bridgerton, The Color Purple, Green Book). Performed by Charles Yang, For A Younger Self takes listeners on a journey of reminiscence and self-discovery as the music mirrors the experiences and aspirations of youth.
Then enjoy the wild ride of Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique, a work that revolutionized storytelling through music. What begins as a daydream in the countryside and waltzes at a grand ball turns quickly into a fantastical nightmare complete with witches, in this vivid and radical telling of a man’s love obsession—or was it Berlioz’s own romantic infatuation that inspired this work?
Deeply thoughtful conductor Markus Poschner returns to explore the theme of self-reflection, opening with a soul-stirring violin concerto by Hollywood-favorite composer Kris Bowers (Bridgerton, The Color Purple, Green Book). Performed by Charles Yang, For A Younger Self takes listeners on a journey of reminiscence and self-discovery as the music mirrors the experiences and aspirations of youth.
Then enjoy the wild ride of Berlioz's Symphonie fantastique, a work that revolutionized storytelling through music. What begins as a daydream in the countryside and waltzes at a grand ball turns quickly into a fantastical nightmare complete with witches, in this vivid and radical telling of a man’s love obsession—or was it Berlioz’s own romantic infatuation that inspired this work?
As the Utah Symphony hosts the League of American Orchestras’ annual conference and is joined in the audience by orchestra leaders from across the county, witness our musicians and Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer intertwine works by composers of multifaceted backgrounds into an enchanting tapestry that reverberates with the richness of diverse heritages.
South Korean-German violinist Clara-Jumi Kang makes her Utah Symphony debut with the Korngold Violin Concerto, which brings all the glitz and glamor expected from an Austrian who later found himself in Hollywood composing for films! Echoes of the “American Dream” are also heard in Amériques by French composer Varèse, who moved to America and was inspired by the sounds of industrial New York City.
Mexican composers past and present bookend the program. Revueltas warns of the dangers of cultural clashes, yet Gabriela Ortiz’ Téenek concludes the program, and the season, with the message that a hopeful future lies in recognizing each other’s respective identities and differences—and weaving them together to create something stronger than the sum of the parts.
As the Utah Symphony hosts the League of American Orchestras’ annual conference and is joined in the audience by orchestra leaders from across the county, witness our musicians and Music Director Emeritus Thierry Fischer intertwine works by composers of multifaceted backgrounds into an enchanting tapestry that reverberates with the richness of diverse heritages.
South Korean-German violinist Clara-Jumi Kang makes her Utah Symphony debut with the Korngold Violin Concerto, which brings all the glitz and glamor expected from an Austrian who later found himself in Hollywood composing for films! Echoes of the “American Dream” are also heard in Amériques by French composer Varèse, who moved to America and was inspired by the sounds of industrial New York City.
Mexican composers past and present bookend the program. Revueltas warns of the dangers of cultural clashes, yet Gabriela Ortiz’ Téenek concludes the program, and the season, with the message that a hopeful future lies in recognizing each other’s respective identities and differences—and weaving them together to create something stronger than the sum of the parts.
