The CSU Music faculty present a program that includes works for various groupings of instruments and voices, including Johannes Brahms’ Piano Quartet, and “Improvisation on a Blue Theme” by Canadian and Grammy-winning composer John Thrower.

The Greeley Philharmonic Orchestra joins forces with the University of Northern Colorado combined chorus to embark on an adventure across Europe. Experience wit, tragedy, and joy from Massenet’s Overture for the Greek tragedy Phèdre to Jacques Ibert’s honeymoon-inspired Ports of Call and Ravel’s only unaccompanied choral piece, Trois Chansons, a cleverly original collection of three fairy tale-like songs. The concert closes with Francis Poulenc’s Gloria, which is described as “borderline sacrilegious” for its mischievous setting of the Catholic Mass texts.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff returns for two unforgettable performances that feature new orchestrations of Rateliff's most beloved songs, showcasing his signature sound reimagined through the lush and dynamic lens of a full symphony orchestra. Hailing from Denver, Nathaniel Rateliff has captured audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting. His partnership with the Colorado Symphony marks a homecoming celebration, blending his deeply personal music with the grandeur of orchestral performance.

Acclaimed singer-songwriter Nathaniel Rateliff returns for two unforgettable performances that feature new orchestrations of Rateliff's most beloved songs, showcasing his signature sound reimagined through the lush and dynamic lens of a full symphony orchestra. Hailing from Denver, Nathaniel Rateliff has captured audiences worldwide with his soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting. His partnership with the Colorado Symphony marks a homecoming celebration, blending his deeply personal music with the grandeur of orchestral performance.

All the swagger and rhythm of the roaring twenties in a night of timeless tunes from Irving Berlin, Louis Armstrong, and other jazz-age greats. This speakeasy is open for business!

All the swagger and rhythm of the roaring twenties in a night of timeless tunes from Irving Berlin, Louis Armstrong, and other jazz-age greats. This speakeasy is open for business!

The irresistible charm of The Texas Tenors has enchanted audiences since their America’s Got Talent debut. Combine vocal prowess and undeniable charisma, the trio perform it all – from country hits to classical showstoppers – in an evening of spellbinding music.

The irresistible charm of The Texas Tenors has enchanted audiences since their America’s Got Talent debut. Combine vocal prowess and undeniable charisma, the trio perform it all – from country hits to classical showstoppers – in an evening of spellbinding music.

Your Colorado Symphony joins Lettuce, a band that both feeds the rich history of funk and combines it with strains of hip-hop, rock, psychedelia, jazz, soul, jam, go-go, and the avant-garde.

Experience a special one-night-only event celebrating Bruckner’s transcendent Eighth Symphony conducted by Peter Oundjian. The Eighth is a spiritual masterpiece with a listening experience akin to entering a majestic cathedral. Music of sheer, breathtaking magnificence, the symphony was rewritten before its premiere when conductor Hermann Levi, one of Bruckner’s longtime champions, looked at the manuscript and deemed the work impossible to perform. The revised version, while magnificent, omits or rewrites some of the most beautiful passages of the original, significantly changing the effect of the piece. In a premiere performance by an American orchestra, the Colorado Symphony performs a new version from scholar Paul Hawkshaw which seeks to restore the original intent of a work Bruckner himself called “the most significant...of my life.”

Harpist Kathryn Harms will demonstrate the versatility and depth of the pedal harp with seasonal and holiday favorites including Celtic harpist Kim Robertson’s arrangement of I Wonder as I Wander and David Ice’s Christmas Fantasy Clair de Noel. Including both reflective pieces and modern pop favorites, this festive program will celebrate joy and peace.

Join us for a magical evening with Amahl and the Night Visitors, a heartwarming tale of wonder featuring over 75 musicians and singers. This family-friendly event tells the story of a young boy who encounters the Three Kings on their way to visit the newborn Jesus. The beautiful music and touching story make it a holiday classic you won’t want to miss. Reserve your tickets now!

Join us for a magical evening with Amahl and the Night Visitors, a heartwarming tale of wonder featuring over 75 musicians and singers. This family-friendly event tells the story of a young boy who encounters the Three Kings on their way to visit the newborn Jesus. The beautiful music and touching story make it a holiday classic you won’t want to miss. Reserve your tickets now!

Join us for a magical evening with Amahl and the Night Visitors, a heartwarming tale of wonder featuring over 75 musicians and singers. This family-friendly event tells the story of a young boy who encounters the Three Kings on their way to visit the newborn Jesus. The beautiful music and touching story make it a holiday classic you won’t want to miss. Reserve your tickets now!

Join us for an enchanting evening as the Symphony of the Rockies collaborates with young singer/songwriter Ella Luna for a symphonic performance of her latest two albums. Originally from Denver and now based in Los Angeles, Ella combines intimate vocals, raw instrumentals, and intricate lyrics to create a magical sonic space. Described by Denver Thread as having a "sincere & smooth indie lyrical and musical style" with vocals that recall "the vigorous power of an Amy Winehouse or a Norah Jones," Ella's orchestral adaptations will captivate and move you.

Join us for an enchanting evening as the Symphony of the Rockies collaborates with young singer/songwriter Ella Luna for a symphonic performance of her latest two albums. Originally from Denver and now based in Los Angeles, Ella combines intimate vocals, raw instrumentals, and intricate lyrics to create a magical sonic space. Described by Denver Thread as having a "sincere & smooth indie lyrical and musical style" with vocals that recall "the vigorous power of an Amy Winehouse or a Norah Jones," Ella's orchestral adaptations will captivate and move you.

We kick off our 27th season with Gabriel Fauré’s universally adored and serenely beautiful, Requiem in D Minor, Op. 48, commemorating the 100th anniversary of the composer’s death in 1924. We will perform the sublime work with a full orchestra of professional musicians from Northern Colorado and surrounding areas, as well as two nationally recognized soloists – soprano, Sarah Moyer and baritone, Harrison Hintzsche. Fauré’s luminous work is notably more comforting and peaceful than many other popular Requiems. The concert will also feature Ola Gjeilo’s stunning work, Dark and Luminous Nightaccompanied by string quartet, as well as other delightful pieces by Florence Price, Jocelyn Hagen, and Hans Bridger Heruth.

Experience all new symphonic arrangements of the music of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH including beloved scores by Nobuo Uematsu and exciting new contributions from Mitsuto Suzuki and Masashi Hamauzu all performed by your Colorado Symphony and Chorus of over 100 musicians led by renowned conductor Eric Roth. With stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by SQUARE ENIX, immerse yourself in the world of one of the most visionary games of all time with this sensational multimedia concert experience!

Experience all new symphonic arrangements of the music of FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH including beloved scores by Nobuo Uematsu and exciting new contributions from Mitsuto Suzuki and Masashi Hamauzu all performed by your Colorado Symphony and Chorus of over 100 musicians led by renowned conductor Eric Roth. With stunning, high-definition video scenes created exclusively for this production by SQUARE ENIX, immerse yourself in the world of one of the most visionary games of all time with this sensational multimedia concert experience!

Join us for an evening celebrating musical depth and creativity as CSU faculty members and local professional artists perform Claude Debussy’s enchanting sonatas on various instruments: cello and piano, violin and piano, as well as flute, viola, and harp. Immerse yourself in the full spectrum of Debussy’s compositions, from the mystique of the flute to the resounding depths of the cello. Revel in the enthralling melodies and intricate harmonies as the musicians demonstrate their expertise and passion. Whether you’re a seasoned classical music aficionado or a seeker of artistic inspiration, this performance will engage and captivate audiences of all ages.

Zo Manfredi, Violin
Steven Phillips, Viola
Meredith Blecha-Wells, Cello
Kathryn Harms, Harp
Ysmael Reyes, Flute
Hsin-Hsuan Lin and Jooyeon Chang, Piano

Fringe Reprise

This amazing Colorado harp ensemble concert features professionals, amateurs, and students performing classical, folk, and popular music. Don’t miss this opportunity to revel in the sound of a plethora of harps! All are invited to come support the Mile High Chapter and the local Colorado Harp Community.

​Join us for a wonderful afternoon where we will come together to celebrate six decades of the Mile High Chapter and support the next generation of harpists through the Chapter Ambassador program. Enjoy a presentation from the current Chapter Ambassador, a short concert from the Colorado Harp Quartet, a look back at Chapter history, and time to socialize over desserts!

COMPOSER
Giacomo Puccini

LIBRETTISTS
Guelfo Civinini and Carlo Zangarini

Amidst the fervor of the Gold Rush, The Girl of the Golden West (La fanciulla del West) by Giacomo Puccini paints a vivid picture of life in a mining camp. In Central City Opera’s rendition, the opera unfolds in Central City in the 1840s, incorporating elements of folk music to evoke the spirit of the West. At the heart of the story is the beloved owner of the Polka Saloon, who finds herself in a complicated love triangle with a newcomer and the local sheriff. Amidst confrontations and moments of high drama, loyalty and love are put to the test, as Puccini’s masterpiece seamlessly weaves romance, danger, and the promise of a fresh start.