BLISS! Grande Season Climax

Feeling heat?
You WILL!

Surrender to the sensuality of Ravel's BOLERO - an elegant masterpiece with its irresistible, unrelenting crescendo. Also, national phenomenon, pianist James Yan performs the most iconic American classical work, Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue! James joins with the other extraordinary winners of the William Schatzkamer Young Artist Competition. Few experiences will uplift you as much as the artistry of these youthful prodigies! Join us as we celebrate this defining moment in their artistic ascent. This resplendent program brings Maestro Burke's season to its radiant climax.

ATTENDANCE IS FREE

AND... As always, the afternoon begins at 2:15 p.m. with Maestro Burke's delightful and engaging "Concert Comments".

Join the UCSO for this magnificent season finale! An afternoon of beauty, refinement, and youthful splendor that will linger long after the final note.

And it's all FREE. No ticket is required. As always, we will have terrific reserved seats courtesy fo the UCSO. And there is free parking in the garage adjacent to the Music Center.

Direct-to-Door Drop-Off
ADA Accessible Facility
Ideally Located Elevator

Arrive early, before 2:15, to find each other at our reserved seats, hear the pre-concert talk, and have some time to socialize before the downbeat at 3:00.

Be sure to keep your RSVP up to date.

Program

UNIVERSITY CITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Leon Burke, music director

Samuel Barber Violin Concerto Op. 14, Mvt. 1
Sam Wenger-Stickel, violin
2025 YAC Co-winner

Camille Saint-Saens Violin Concerto No. 3, Mvt. 1
Klaus Jöstlein, violin
2025 YAC Co-winner

George Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue
James Yan, piano
2026 YAC Winner

Maurice Ravel Bolero