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A Symphony of Freedom

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The Utah Valley Symphony will perform a special FREE summer concert celebrating the 250th anniversary of America!

Saturday, August 15th, 7:00 PM at The Orchard at University Place, 575 East University Parkway, in Orem.

This program brings together some of the most exciting and recognizable music connected to the American experience, including Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture, Copland’s Hoe-Down, selections from Bernstein’s West Side Story, as well as patriotic favorites. We’ll also feature vocal artists Amy Shreeve Keeler, Britani Bateman, and David Smith.

Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy an evening of patriotic favorites to continue celebrating Americas’ 250th Anniversary. 

Look for me in the flute section!

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Around the World in 80 Minutes

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Around the World in 80 Minutes

The Utah Valley Symphony is going “Around the World in 80 Minutes”…with 80 minutes of music, that is, on Thursday, April 30, 7:30 PM, Covey Center for the Performing Arts in Provo.

Unique to this concert, we will be featuring orchestra members with some chamber music in addition to the full orchestra pieces. I’ll be performing Three Sea Shanties with our Woodwind Quintet. Very fun piece! We will also feature a Mozart Clarinet Quintet, Schubert’s famous Trout Quintet, and others.
Join us for this exciting trip around the world!

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“Around the World in 80 Minutes” takes audiences on a vibrant musical journey across continents and cultures. From the rich harmonies of German and Hungarian works to the spirited dances of Spain and Mexico, and from the ceremonial grandeur of England’s Pomp and Circumstance to the beauty of Brazilian cellos, the program showcases a kaleidoscope of sound. Highlights include Italian Cinema Paradiso, Mozart’s Austrian charm, Schubert’s lyrical Trout Quintet, China’s Spring Festival Overture, and folk-inspired and contemporary pieces from Ireland and beyond, celebrating the world’s diverse musical traditions.

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Utah Valley Symphony Young Artists

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The 2026 Young Artists Concert celebrates the exceptional talent of the winners of the 2026 Concerto Competition as they take the stage with the Utah Valley Symphony. This inspiring program showcases rising musicians performing alongside a full orchestra in a vibrant evening of collaboration and artistry. Highlights include Saint-Saëns’ beloved Carnival of the Animals, along with selected movements from works by Poulenc, Mozart, Vivaldi, Bruch, and other celebrated composers. Join us for a concert that honors the next generation of artists and the joy of live symphonic music.

Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:30 pm at The Ashton Auditorium, Orem Library, 58 N. State Street in Orem. Click here for tickets.

Bring family and friends for an unforgettable evening of incredible young talent, and wonderful music.

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Holiday Sparkle with the Utah Valley Symphony

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Join us for an enchanting evening of holiday favorites and festive cheer. Enjoy joyful classics including Sleigh Ride, I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day, O Tannenbaum, Bring a Torch, Jeannette, Isabella, Hansel and Gretel Prelude, We Three Kings, and more beloved Christmas melodies to fill your heart with joy.

As we welcome the New Year, delight in lively performances of The Typewriter and Lumbye’s Copenhagen Steam Railway Galop, along with Strauss’ Thunder and Lightning and Pizzicato Polka. And experience the cinematic Mangani Concert Piece for two clarinets, featuring UVS artists Michael Sausedo and Catelyn Gentry as well as Strauss’ exuberant Radetzky March!

Bring family and friends for an unforgettable evening of music, warmth, and holiday joy.

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Utah Valley Symphony Performs Mahler

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One night only!! Thursday, October 23rd, 2025, 7:30 p.m. at the Noorda Center for the Performing Arts on UVU campus. Click here for tickets.

Experience an unforgettable evening of music with the Utah Valley Symphony as we present a program of passion, power, and beauty. Under the baton of our new Artistic Director and Conductor, Dr. Cheung Chau, the orchestra will bring to life Mahler’s Symphony No. 1, a sweeping masterpiece filled with energy, lyricism, and brilliance. This landmark symphony, often called “Titan,” takes audiences on a journey from pastoral landscapes to triumphant finales.

Adding to the evening’s artistry, acclaimed cellist, Walter Haman, will perform Saint-Saëns’ Cello Concerto No. 1, a dazzling and expressive work beloved for its elegance and fiery virtuosity. Don’t miss this chance to experience two monumental works performed with passion and precision by Utah Valley’s own symphony orchestra. Join us for a night that promises to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the richness of live symphonic music in our community.