Immerse yourself in the majestic flow of Smetana's The Moldau, feel the intensity and passion of Wagner's “Prelude and Liebestod” from Tristan und Isolde, and experience the powerful dynamism of Nielsen's Symphony No. 4, all performed live by your Tulsa Symphony Orchestra with guest conductor James Bagwell.

Smetana The Moldau (Vltava) from Ma Vlast
Wagner “Prelude and Liebestod” from Tristan und Isolde WWV 90
Nielsen Symphony No. 4, op.29, “Inextinguishable”

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

Tulsa’s holiday tradition returns! Tulsa Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which premiered in 2021, features exciting choreography, colorful costumes, larger-than-life moving sets, and live accompaniment by the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra! The exciting choreography by Val Caniparoli and Ma Cong includes nods to the original story, with a setting in 19th century Germany, and special elements designed specifically for Tulsa including the beloved Golden Driller! Add breathtaking sets and costumes by designer Tracy Grant Lord, and this is a production sure to leave audiences spellbound. From the epic battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King, to the enchanting appearance of the Sugarplum Fairy, The Nutcracker will become your family’s favorite holiday tradition!

The TSO will present Star Wars: A New Hope in Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with composer John Williams’ iconic Oscar®-winning score performed live to the film.

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A young farm boy, Luke Skywalker, is thrust into a galaxy of adventure when he intercepts a distress call from the captive Princess Leia. The event launches him on a daring mission to rescue her from the clutches of Darth Vader and the evil Empire.

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An all-Gershwin program featuring his Lullaby for strings,

An American in Paris, and jazz pianist Marcus Roberts’ take

on the Concerto in F

Marcus Roberts, piano; Rodney Jordan, bass; Jason Marsalis, drums

A pops concert featuring classic pieces from science-fiction movie soundtracks!

A haunting tale of bloodlust and destruction! Ben Stevenson’s “ghoulishly entertaining” (Tulsa World) gothic ballet Dracula returns to Tulsa for the first time since 2018, with awe inspiring stunning theatrics, spooky vampire brides who soar through the air, and an exploding chandelier. This ghoulish, dramatic production will have you at the edge of your seat. First created by Stevenson in 1997, Tulsa Ballet has performed this production three times to sold out audiences. Tulsa Ballet Artistic Director Marcello Angelini says, “Dracula is successful beyond any expectations because every element of the production excels, and each and every component complements the other, adding a layer of artistry and entertainment to the show.”

A haunting tale of bloodlust and destruction! Ben Stevenson’s “ghoulishly entertaining” (Tulsa World) gothic ballet Dracula returns to Tulsa for the first time since 2018, with awe inspiring stunning theatrics, spooky vampire brides who soar through the air, and an exploding chandelier. This ghoulish, dramatic production will have you at the edge of your seat. First created by Stevenson in 1997, Tulsa Ballet has performed this production three times to sold out audiences. Tulsa Ballet Artistic Director Marcello Angelini says, “Dracula is successful beyond any expectations because every element of the production excels, and each and every component complements the other, adding a layer of artistry and entertainment to the show.”

A haunting tale of bloodlust and destruction! Ben Stevenson’s “ghoulishly entertaining” (Tulsa World) gothic ballet Dracula returns to Tulsa for the first time since 2018, with awe inspiring stunning theatrics, spooky vampire brides who soar through the air, and an exploding chandelier. This ghoulish, dramatic production will have you at the edge of your seat. First created by Stevenson in 1997, Tulsa Ballet has performed this production three times to sold out audiences. Tulsa Ballet Artistic Director Marcello Angelini says, “Dracula is successful beyond any expectations because every element of the production excels, and each and every component complements the other, adding a layer of artistry and entertainment to the show.”

RACHMANINOFF | Piano Concerto No. 4

TCHAIKOVSKY | Symphony No. 6

Ilya Shmukler, piano (2023 Wideman Gold Medalist)

Brett Mitchell returns to lead the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra on a musical odyssey through a captivating lineup of masterpieces including Brahms’ Selections from Hungarian Dances, Ravel’s Rapsodie espagnole, and Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra.  

Brett Mitchell, guest conductor
Brahms Selections from the Hungarian Dances
Ravel Rapsodie espagnole, M.54
Bartók Concerto for Orchestra, BB 123

Aaron Diehl, piano
Geoffrey Robson, conductor

YOUR PROGRAM EXPERIENCE

Anna Clyne - Masquerade

The Experience: high-spirited, colorful, dramatic

Anna Clyne wrote Masquerade to premiere at a festival in London in 2013. The piece was inspired by 18th-century promenade concerts and incorporated elements from an English drinking song to invoke excitement and energy. 

George Gershwin - Piano Concerto in F

The Experience: animated, striking, powerful 

The New York Symphony Society commissioned Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F in 1925 following his successful composition of Rhapsody in Blue. This vibrant and jazzy orchestral work showcases the composer's unique fusion of classical and jazz styles.

Carlos Simon - Graffiti

The Experience: abstract, inspiring, inventive 

Graffiti, an ancient form of expression, has historically sparked debates over its classification as art or vandalism. This piece explores various artistic styles of graffiti, including Tags & Throw-ups, Fill-ins, Straight Letters, Scribing, and Masterpieces/WildStyles, shedding light on the diverse techniques employed by graffiti artists.

George Gershwin - Cuban Overture

The Experience: energetic, bright, exciting

Gershwin wrote Cuban Overture after he found inspiration from his travels to Havana. His experiences led him to incorporate Latin rhythms and melodies into his original orchestration. While listening to this piece, you will hear colorful, catchy melodies and unique percussion instruments such as claves, maracas, and bongos.

Aaron Diehl, piano
Geoffrey Robson, conductor

YOUR PROGRAM EXPERIENCE

Anna Clyne - Masquerade

The Experience: high-spirited, colorful, dramatic

Anna Clyne wrote Masquerade to premiere at a festival in London in 2013. The piece was inspired by 18th-century promenade concerts and incorporated elements from an English drinking song to invoke excitement and energy. 

George Gershwin - Piano Concerto in F

The Experience: animated, striking, powerful 

The New York Symphony Society commissioned Gershwin's Piano Concerto in F in 1925 following his successful composition of Rhapsody in Blue. This vibrant and jazzy orchestral work showcases the composer's unique fusion of classical and jazz styles.

Carlos Simon - Graffiti

The Experience: abstract, inspiring, inventive 

Graffiti, an ancient form of expression, has historically sparked debates over its classification as art or vandalism. This piece explores various artistic styles of graffiti, including Tags & Throw-ups, Fill-ins, Straight Letters, Scribing, and Masterpieces/WildStyles, shedding light on the diverse techniques employed by graffiti artists.

George Gershwin - Cuban Overture

The Experience: energetic, bright, exciting

Gershwin wrote Cuban Overture after he found inspiration from his travels to Havana. His experiences led him to incorporate Latin rhythms and melodies into his original orchestration. While listening to this piece, you will hear colorful, catchy melodies and unique percussion instruments such as claves, maracas, and bongos.

Johann Sebastian Bach – Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
Aldo López-Gavilán – Oceans to Cross
Lara Downes, piano
Antonín Dvořák – Symphony No. 8

Join the Tulsa Symphony Orchestra, guest conductor David Lockington, and featured pianist Sean Chen for the opening of our spectacular 19th Season! Celebrate the spirit of togetherness and harmony with Valerie Coleman’s Umoja: Anthem of Unity, enjoy the enchanting melodies of Maurice Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G major, and lose yourself in the passionate journey of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 in E minor.

David Lockington, guest conductor
Sean Chen, piano
Coleman Umoja: Anthem of Unity
Ravel Piano Concerto in G major
Tchaikovsky Symphony No.5 in E minor, op.64

More information coming soon!

Opening Night: Experience the electrifying power of film scores that take the listener on a musical journey. We will be flying through the halls at Hogwarts, sailing on the high seas with Pirates, and battling the Dark Side as we perform music of John Williams (and friends)!