If there’s one classical masterpiece everyone should experience live, it’s Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. From its mysterious opening to its thrilling finale, the piece builds toward a powerful celebration of humanity and hope with the “Ode to Joy,” as the orchestra, chorus, and soloists unite in one of the most recognizable melodies ever written.

Now imagine hearing it beneath the open skies and surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, performed by the extraordinary musicians of the Utah Symphony, the Utah Symphony Chorus, and vocal soloists under the baton of our Music Director Designate Markus Poschner—an internationally acclaimed Beethoven interpreter, making his first appearance at our summer home. Beethoven’s Ninth is a monumental work and an unforgettable way to open our summer season.

If there’s one classical masterpiece everyone should experience live, it’s Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. From its mysterious opening to its thrilling finale, the piece builds toward a powerful celebration of humanity and hope with the “Ode to Joy,” as the orchestra, chorus, and soloists unite in one of the most recognizable melodies ever written.

Now imagine hearing it beneath the open skies and surrounded by the Wasatch Mountains, performed by the extraordinary musicians of the Utah Symphony, the Utah Symphony Chorus, and vocal soloists under the baton of our Music Director Designate Markus Poschner—an internationally acclaimed Beethoven interpreter, making his first appearance at our summer home. Beethoven’s Ninth is a monumental work and an unforgettable way to open our summer season.

Utah Symphony Music Director Designate Markus Poschner leads an all-Mozart program starring Concertmaster Madeline Adkins in Mozart’s second violin concerto. Written when he was just 18, the concerto showcases effortless virtuosity with the elegance and clarity that would continue to define his voice throughout his career. Framing the concerto are Mozart’s two final symphonies—written just weeks apart—revealing the fascinating journey of the composer's musical maturation and his unmistakable brilliance.

One of Mozart’s most recognizable works, his Symphony No. 40 uses a minor key—a rare choice for the composer—to build emotional intensity and dark lyricism. In contrast, the program concludes with the joyful Symphony No. 41, whose grandeur and musical tour de force ultimately earned it the nickname “Jupiter,” honoring the Roman god.

Stravinsky’s Firebird Suite takes flight in this spectacular program led by Utah Symphony Music Director Designate Markus Poschner.

First, GRAMMY®-winning trio Time for Three—known for their genre-defying blend of classical, Americana, and contemporary styles— takes the stage for Kevin Puts’ Contact, the winner of a GRAMMY® for Best Contemporary Classical Composition. Written specifically for the group by the Pulitzer Prize-winning composer, the work explores themes of human connection and highlights the trio’s dynamic, longtime partnership with the Utah Symphony.

Then, hear one of the most thrilling pieces ever written echoing through the Wasatch Mountains as the orchestra takes you on a journey from the explosive “Infernal Dance” to the powerful finale of Stravinsky’s Firebird.

Mozart’s gripping Overture to Don Giovanni opens the concert with ominous chords and cleverly placed silence, building tension before racing forward with exhilarating momentum. Prokofiev's sparkling Sinfonietta follows, bursting with playful rhythms colored by the composer's youthful wit and charm. The program concludes with Louise Farrenc’s Symphony No. 3, an expressive work admired in her lifetime by musicians including Schumann and Berlioz for its elegant structure and dramatic range, moving between brooding drama and romantic warmth.

There’s nothing like the nostalgia of hearing the songs of your youth with thousands of fellow fans on a summer night. Four-time GRAMMY® winner Lyle Lovett brings his unmistakable voice, storytelling, and beloved songs to this special evening with the Utah Symphony. Experience his unique blend of country, swing, jazz, and blues as he performs favorites like "If I Had a Boat," "That’s Right (You’re Not from Texas)," and "She’s No Lady," featuring the rich sound of our talented orchestra.

Spread out your picnic blanket and settle in for a smooth summer evening with GRAMMY® Award-winning trumpeter Chris Botti as he joins the Utah Symphony. Blending jazz, pop, and classical influences, Botti’s expressive playing captivates audiences around the world. Over the past three decades, he has recorded and performed with some of the biggest names in music—including Sting, Barbra Streisand, Tony Bennett, Yo-Yo Ma, and Andrea Bocelli—earning a reputation as one of the most beloved instrumentalists working today.

The rich voice of the viola takes center stage as Utah Symphony Principal Viola Brant Bayless performs Dai Fujikura’s Wayfinder, a concerto inspired by Polynesian navigation traditions. In this imaginative work, the orchestra becomes the natural forces used to find direction—stars, winds, and ocean swells—while the soloist listens and charts a path forward through shifting musical currents.

Like a musical guide through the evening, Maurice Cohn conducts a program that unfolds across vivid sonic landscapes, beginning with Mendelssohn’s atmospheric The Hebrides, which evokes Scotland’s rugged coastline with dark, rolling lines in the low strings set against shimmering winds and strings that suggest the sea air. The journey concludes with Haydn’s jubilant Symphony No. 104—his final symphony—whose finale bursts with rustic, folk-inspired energy that resonates beautifully in the intimate acoustics of St. Mary’s Catholic Church.

Ready for that “razzle dazzle?” Experience the sensational story of Roxie Hart, Velma Kelly, and the infamous Merry Murderesses of the Cook County Jail in a tale of fame, scandal, and show business. Bring the picnic and your party for a show-stopping performance of the complete musical. In this concert event, Broadway vocalists join the Utah Symphony to bring John Kander and Fred Ebb’s iconic score to life in its entirety—don't miss out on hearing the songs you know and love under the stars, including "All That Jazz," "Cell Block Tango," and "Mr. Cellophane."

Calling all Broadway and musical theater lovers to Park City! Tony Award®-winning, powerhouse vocalist Idina Menzel joins forces with the Utah Symphony for a one-night-only performance featuring songs from her defining roles in Rent, Wicked, and Disney’s Frozen. Be there for music from across her career and your favorites like “Defying Gravity,” “Let it Go,” and “Take Me or Leave Me,” as the orchestra joins her soaring voice and takes the melodies you know by heart to new heights.

This Signature performance is not eligible for any discounts.

Promising a night of lyrical beauty and orchestral drama, conductor Louis Lohraseb shapes a program that follows an arc of adoration to heartbreak in the first half. The season finale at St. Mary’s Catholic Church opens with Wagner’s tender Siegfried Idyll, a deeply personal expression of love written as a birthday gift for his wife. Then the spotlight turns to Erica Petrocelli in two dramatic works that showcase the brilliance and expressive power of the soprano voice: Mozart’s virtuosic “Come scoglio” from Così fan tutte, a declaration of unwavering fidelity, and Mendelsohn's “Infelice,” where sweet memories offer fleeting comfort after a lover’s betrayal.

Famously called “the apotheosis of the dance itself” by Wagner, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 brings the night to a triumphant close. An instant symphonic favorite—with early audiences reportedly demanding a repeat of the second movement—the piece surges with wildness and joy, culminating in one of the most electrifying finales in classical music.

You'll be saying “It’s All Coming Back to Me Now” as you relive the songs that made Celine Dion a household name. Pack your picnic basket and bring your friends for a night celebrating one of the most powerful voices in pop music, with vocalist Olivia Valli (granddaughter of the legendary Frankie Valli!) paying tribute to Celine’s sensational artistry together with the symphony. You'll hear your favorite Celine Dion power ballads—like “My Heart Will Go On,” “The Power of Love,” and “Taking Chances”—on a whole new scale.