From the New World - Rescheduled

Thursday, May 26, 2022

Join us on Thursday, May 26, at 7:30 p.m. for From The New World in Mortensen Hall at The Bushnell | Piano Concerto in One Movement is composed by Florence Price, who, in 1933, became the first Black woman to have her music performed by a major orchestra. Event Details

Beethoven's Ninth

Friday, June 10, 2022 - Sunday, June 12, 2022

“We conclude the 2021-2022 season with our most delicious desserts and a true 'Ode to Joy’ – Beethoven’s magnificent Symphony No. 9.  Inspired by the ideals of freedom and equality, it is, for me, the most influential work in classical music and a celebration of humanity and togetherness.  And when... Event Details

Cancelled - Aretha: A Tribute

Thursday, June 2, 2022

A Tribute to the Queen of Soul, this program features symphony favorite Capathia Jenkins and Matthew Johnson performing such iconic hits as “Respect,” “Think,” “A Natural Woman,” “Chain of Fools,” “Amazing Grace,” and many others! Event Details

Celebrate America!

Friday, July 1, 2022

The Performing Arts Center at Simsbury Meadows July 1 | 7:30 pm Rain date, July 2  Summer officially begins with Connecticut’s favorite Independence Day Celebration! Conducted by HSO Music Director Carolyn Kuan, this program features all your favorite patriotic songs. Stay for the fireworks following the concert! Grass Passes, single... Event Details

Summer of '69

Friday, July 8, 2022

Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center July 8 | 7:30 pm Rain or shine  Head back in time to celebrate an amazing event in rock history- Woodstock!  With the music of Crosby, Stills & Nash, The Who, Janis Joplin, Joe Cocker, Santana, Jimi Hendrix, The Band, and Jefferson Airplane, you will... Event Details

Paul Simon Songbook

Friday, July 15, 2022

Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center July 15 | 7:30 pm Rain or shine Join us for an evening of music from the legendary songbook of Paul Simon. From Simon and Garfunkel to his solo albums, experience Simon’s hits including “Bridge Over Troubled Water,” “Me and Julio Down By The Schoolyard,”... Event Details

Michael Cavanaugh: The Music of Billy Joel

Friday, July 22, 2022

Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center July 22, 2022 | 7:30 pm Rain or Shine! Featuring Adam Boyles, conductor Hand-picked by Billy Joel to star in the hit Broadway musical Movin’ Out, Michael Cavanaugh joins the HSO for an evening featuring hits including “My Life,” “Movin’ Out,” “Just the Way You... Event Details

Queens of Soul

Friday, July 29, 2022

Simsbury Meadows Performing Arts Center July 29 | 7:30 pm Rain date, July 30  The summer music continues with an evening featuring vocalists singing the hits made famous by the reigning divas of soul and R&B: Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, Nina Simone, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson,... Event Details

Symphony in the Park

Saturday, June 4, 2022

Join us for a celebration of the power of community and music with Symphony in the Park, a free concert in Bushnell Park! This concert features the musicians of the Hartford Symphony, Assistant Conductor, Adam Boyles, and the 2021 Young Artist Competition co-first place winner Tyler Tan, violin. Symphony in the... Event Details