Resiliency Through Music
The indomitable spirit of music is undeniable. After an unprecedented year of global hardship, we are overjoyed to present our 2021/22 season, both in the hall and virtually. We know you want to enjoy your classical favorites live and in-person, and we are committed to making that experience happen while keeping you and our musicians safe. Through careful planning, extra safety precautions and the continued live stream option, you can experience the music you love with no interruptions.
Tickets will be in high demand for this incredible season. Experience your Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and subscribe today.Schubert's Tragic Symphony
Saturday, September 25 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, September 26 at 3 p.m.
The season begins with Schubert’s posthumously-premiered 4th Symphony, a surprising and sublime work written when he was just 19. We also welcome Spanish violinist Francisco Fullana performing Saint-Saëns’s masterpiece Violin Concerto No. 3.
Beethoven Coriolan Overture
Saint-Saëns Violin Concerto No. 3*
Schubert Symphony No. 4 “Tragic”
*Francisco Fullana, violin
** Please Note: The venue for this concert has changed to the Newmark Theatre in Portland, OR
Kodály’s Dances of Galánta
Saturday, October 23 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, October 24 at 3 p.m.
Travel the world through music! In this musical tour through Europe this selection of symphonic gems will delight all audiences.
Ravel Pavane for a Dead Princess
Stravinsky Pulcinella Suite
Debussy Petite Suite
Kodály Dances of Galánta
VSO Broadway Holiday
Saturday, December 11 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, December 12 at 3 p.m.
Enjoy your favorite musical theater hits and holiday classics with Broadway star Liz Callaway! This wintertime song fest will have something for everyone, so bring the whole family. Join us as we return to Skyview Concert Hall!
Elgar’s Enigma Variations
Saturday, January 22 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, January 23 at 3 p.m.
Elgar’s fascinating and mysterious series of musical portraits will intrigue and enchant you, and this season’s three Gold Medalists of the 28th Annual Young Artists Competition will take the stage to perform their selections under the baton of Maestro Brotons.
Rodrigo’s Concierto De Aranjuez
Saturday, February 26 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, February 27 at 3 p.m.
One of the world’s greatest guitar works! Be delighted by the beauty of Rodrigo’s evocative and best-loved work, as guitar virtuoso Adam Levin transports you to a lush Spanish garden. Rounding out the program is a work by an African-British genius of Romantic music and Sibelius’s first symphony.
Russian Extravaganza
Saturday, April 23 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, April 24 at 3 p.m.
Experience the legends of Russian classical music—Stravinsky, Tchaikovsky and Shostakovich—when piano extraordinaire and audience favorite Alexander Toradze joins us once again. Toradze will astound and inspire you with his world-class artistry and incredible passion in this triumphant return.
Korngold’s Violin Concerto
Saturday, May 21 at 7 p.m. // Sunday, May 22 at 3 p.m.
Korngold’s complex and lush concerto endures as his most popular work, performed to perfection by the virtuosic Rachel Barton Pine. The sparkling 5th symphony by Glazunov and a playful work of Americana complete the program.
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- Can't make it to the concert hall? Watch at home with the included live stream option.
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- Guaranteed Seating – Avoid the disappointment of sold-out performances.
- First priority when audiences are limited.
- Can't make it to the concert hall? Watch at home with the included live stream option.