The forecast calls for 70 and Sunny… don’t miss a beat!
Celebrating African American Voices.
Be moved and inspired by African American voices of the past and present. First, the legendary Cleveland Chorale and pianist Rodney Hubbard join SSO in an extraordinary fusion of symphony and gospel.
Then, composer William Dawson’s symphonic masterpiece takes you on a riveting journey from darkness to hope, infusing symphonic sounds with African American spirituals and complex rhythms inspired his travels to Africa. Don’t be intimidated by the unknown! This lyrical energetic piece will become a fast favorite.
This program also features readings by Ron Ixaac Hubbard
SATURDAY NIGHT | Sept 21 | 7:00pm
First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland
arr. P. LUNDY: Even Me
K. FRANKLIN: Hosanna
CARR: For Every Mountain
SMALLWOOD: Anthem of Praise
featuring the Cleveland Chorale (choir director David Gulley) and pianist Rodney Hubbard
DAWSON: Negro Folk Symphony
I) The Bond of Africa
II) Hope in the Night
III) O, Le’ me Shine, Shine Like a Morning Star
Conducted by Music Director Domenico Boyagian
SATURDAY Sep 21, 2024 | 7:00pm
First Baptist Church of Greater Cleveland | 3630 Fairmount
SSO’s Family Concert is supported in part by the residents of Cuyahoga County through a public grant from Cuyahoga Arts & Culture.
Uplifting. Effervescent.
Mozart’s Final Masterpieces
Grouches beware! Your frown is no match for this program filled with lively, uplifting energy. Dvorak’s Carnival Overture epitomizes life-affirming exuberance and the breathtaking final movement of Mozart’s final symphony positively sparkles.
And in between, Clarinetist Stanislav Golovin brings his virtuosity to Mozart’s final instrumental work, a lyrical, energetic masterpiece considered to be one of the greatest works for clarinet.
Treat yourself to some SSO-style sunshine this November!
Nov 24, 2024 | 3:30pm | Beachwood High School
DVORAK: Carnival Overture
MOZART: Clarinet Concerto
Stanislav Golovin, Clarinet
MOZART: Symphony No 41 “Jupiter”
Conducted by Music Director, Domenico Boyagian
Sunday November 24, 2024 | 3:30pm
Beachwood High School | 25100 Fairmount Blvd
Strings, Winds and Fire.
A Symphony of Sections
As TV-bingers know, mid-season always brings the drama… and SSO is no different; the rumors are true, SSO is splitting up!
The strings will take on Dvorak’s amazing Serendade and the winds wll play the rousing Holst Suite. Our immensely talented concertmaster, McKenna Glorioso, then steps into the spotlight for Barber’s divine violin concerto.
The orchestra is back together as a fiery overture rounds out the program!
Jan 26, 2025 | 3:30pm | Beachwood High School
McKenna Glorioso, violin
David Ellis, conducts Holst
BARBER: Violiin Concerto mvmt 1
McKenna Glorioso, violin
HOLST: Wind Suite #2 in F major
Conducted by David Ellis
DVORAK: Serenade for Strings
GLINKA: Overture to Ruslan and Ludmilla
Conducted by Music Director, Domenico Boyagian
Sunday January 26, 2025 | 3:30pm
Beachwood High School | 25100 Fairmount Blv
Seventy at Severance!
Our Anniversary Specatcular!
Our 70th anniversary concert starts with the Finnish and ends with a bang! First, Sibelius’s charming Karelia Suite evokes images of his homeland that will make even a couch potato feel a little “Finland-Curious”….
Then brace yourself for the power, the drama, and joy of Beethoven’s iconic Ninth Symphony; an Ode to Joy, a universal anthem of brotherhood and hope and a spark of light in turbulent times. Feel the power of over 200 musicians as SSO is joined by the Western Reserve Chorale and West Shore Chorale.
We are thrilled to feature soloists: Emily Margevich, Quinn MIddleman, John Pickle and Young-Kwang Yoo.
Join us at Severance Music Center at 2:00pm on March 16, and be a part of this once-in-a-lifetime SSO event!
Tickets on Sale Now!
SIBELIUS: Karelia Suite
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 9
Western Reserve Chorale
West Shore Chorale
Soloists TBA
Conducted by Music Director Domenico Boyagian
Sunday March 16, 2025 | 2:00pm
Severance Music Center | 11001 Euclid Ave, Cleveland, OH
Jaw-Dropping Talent.
A Sunny Symphony.
Our annual Young Soloist winners represent the best of the best and never fail to astound our audiences with their talent beyond their years. The thunderous applause they receive each year is a testament to their extraordinary performances.This year we welcome Aika Birch (violin) and James Carson (piano)!
Apologies to those who like their Tchaikovsky dark and stormy, but you’ll still love his lighter side! Feel his genuine affection for Ukraine as he weaves its folk songs throughout his delightful second symphony, culminating in an utterly charming final movement. You’re guaranteed to walk out whistling a happy tune!
May 18, 2025 | 3:30pm | Beachwood High School
Aika Birch, violin | James Carson, piano
VERDI: Overture – La forza del destino
LALO: Symphonie Espagnole, mvmt 1
Aika BIrch, violin
CHOPIN: Concerto in E minor, mvmt 1
James Carson, piano
TCHAIKOVSKY: Symphony No. 2
Conducted by Music Director Domenico Boyagian
May 18, 2025; 3:30pm
Beachwood High School | 25100 Fairmount Blvd
Our “Epic” Outdoor Summer Concert
We’re sneaking in our “summer” concert at the very last moments of summer. Mark your calendar for Saturday night, 7:00pm, Sept 20!
Featuring epic music from Lord of the Rings, Gladiator, Game of Thrones, Star Wars and more, played by an epic community orchestra at an epic venue!
Details and location info coming soon!
Details TBA
Conducted by Music Director Domenico Boyagian
Location TBA | September 20, 2025 | 7:00pm
