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Handel’s Messiah
Witness one of the Alabama Symphony Orchestra’s most beloved holiday traditions! A fixture of the holiday season, Handel’s Messiah features the iconic Hallelujah chorus and sweeping solos portraying oneContinue Reading ...
New Year’s Eve: A Viennese Celebration
Toast the end of 2024 with a glass of bubbly and experience the ASO’s effervescent performance of the Vienna Philharmonic’s New Year’s Day tradition.
Beethoven + Strauss
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesCarlos Izcaray leads the orchestra in Ravel’s Alborada del gracioso — A tour de force of orchestral writing, displaying Ravel’s unique blend of impressionistic harmonies, Spanish folk influences, and rhythmic vitality. Then, the ASO welcomes pianist Awadagin Pratt to perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3. Awadagin has received acclaim for delivering “forceful, imaginative, andContinue Reading ...
Choral & Symphony
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesThe Orchestra is joined by fabulous guest soloist Alissa Anderson as the ASO Chorus appears in concert for the first time in 2025. Alissa has been hailed as “deliciously over the top” for her commanding stage presence, and Opera News describes the voice as a “powerful mezzo.” Anderson wields her comic prowess, striking features, andContinue Reading ...
Vitamin String Quartet: The Music of Taylor Swift, Bridgerton, and Beyond
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesLong before Bridgerton broke the Netflix algorithm, Vitamin String Quartet (VSQ) had helped establish classical crossover as a genuine force in contemporary music. Fresh off high-profile placements in Seasons 1 and 2 of the aforementioned streaming smash, VSQ has “reached a mainstream, global audience” (Variety) and “charmed the world with their classical covers” (Nylon). NewContinue Reading ...
Birmingham Does Broadway!
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesFeel like you’re in New York City with the ASO! The Orchestra takes you down Broadway playing a Valentine’s Day themed selection from some of your favorite musicals. Enjoy love songs from Little Mermaid, Phantom of the Opera, Fiddler on the Roof, and so much more. The orchestra is joined by 5 local guestContinue Reading ...
Shostakovich – Coffee Concert
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesThe ASO will perform Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 10 featuring soloist Gabriel Martins. Lauded for his “rich, warm” and “mesmerizing” sound, Martins carries a concerto repertoire spanning every major work. In recital, his performances of the Bach Cello Suites have garnered particular recognition.
Villa-Lobos + Shostakovich
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesJoin the Alabama Symphony Orchestra as they perform classics from Villa-Lobos, Ravel, and Shostakovich featuring soloist Gabriel Martins. Lauded for his “rich, warm” and “mesmerizing” sound, Martins carries a concerto repertoire spanning every major work. In recital, his performances of the Bach Cello Suites have garnered particular recognition. Free benefit with every ticket: Conductor’sContinue Reading ...
Strauss + Mahler
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesThe Alabama Symphony Orchestra is joined by Soprano Mary Wilson! She has been hailed as one of today’s most exciting artists, receiving critical acclaim for a voice that is “lyrical and triumphant, a dazzling array of legato melodies and ornate coloratura” (San Francisco Chronicle). Opera News heralded her first solo recording, Mary Wilson SingsContinue Reading ...
Young Concert Artists Series: Michael Yeung
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesMeet Michael Yeung, a versatile percussion artist celebrated worldwide for his dynamic performances spanning solo recitals, chamber music, and orchestral engagements. From the stages of the United States, Europe, to Asia, Michael’s career showcases a diverse repertoire from Baroque classics to contemporary masterpieces. As a member of the renowned Percussion Collective, he premiered Alejandro Viñao’sContinue Reading ...
The Drifters & Cornell Gunter’s Coasters
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesIt’s not a concert…it’s a party! Spend a nostalgic evening saluting two of the world’s most beloved musical groups who were instrumental in creating the Rock & Roll/Doo Wop sound: Cornell Gunter’s Coasters: Known for hits like “Charlie Brown,” “Yakety Yak,” and “Poison Ivy,” this group brings a comedic flair to their performances that willContinue Reading ...
Barber + Rachmaninoff – Coffee Concert
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesDelve into the depths of emotion with Barber’s evocative “Second Essay for Orchestra,” where lush melodies intertwine with poignant harmonies, painting a vivid sonic landscape. The ASO will also perform Rachmaninoff’s “Symphonic Dances.”
ASO: Spring with Bernstein & Rachmaninoff
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesExperience an unforgettable evening of musical mastery with the Alabama Symphony Orchestra and a program that fuses lesser-known gems with classical treasures. Delve into the depths of emotion with Barber’s evocative “Second Essay for Orchestra,” where lush melodies intertwine with poignant harmonies, painting a vivid sonic landscape. Then, be swept away by Bernstein’s powerful MissaContinue Reading ...
Napoleon Dynamite: A Conversation with Jon Heder, Efren Ramirez & Jon Gries
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesThis unique evening includes a full screening of Napoleon Dynamite followed by a lively, freewheeling, discussion with fan-favorite cast members; Jon Heder (Napoleon Dynamite), Jon Gries (Uncle Rico) and Efren Ramirez (Pedro). The live show – perfect for the whole family — is a wild and hysterical blend of Q&A, comedy improv, game show, andContinue Reading ...
Secret Sisters with Symphony
Alys Stephens Center, Jemison Concert Hall 1200 10th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL, United StatesWith a newly released album, Grammy-nominated Secret Sisters captivates audiences with spellbinding harmonies while exploring the complexities of life, love, & womanhood in their lyrics. This premiere production with the symphony promises to be a night to remember.
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