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MASTERWORKS CONCERT V: The Bells of Ecstasy

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

Considered by Rachmaninoff to be his greatest work, The Bells sets the descriptive words of Edgar Allan Poe to paintmusical poetry. The HSO presents one of the first performances of New Zealand Composer John Psathas’ All Seeing Sky, an evocative work for two percussionist soloists and orchestra, and Alexander Scriabin’s mystical Poem of Ecstasy is …

SYMPHONY KIDS: The Bear’s Picnic (with Brahms’ Hungarian Dances)

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introducechildren to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Followingeach concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music).These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church.

ANNUAL YOUTH CONCERT: Peter VERSUS The Wolf

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

Nearly 2,000 fourth and fifth graders from all over the region learn the importance of music in one’s education and life.The concert will feature the exciting music of Prokofiev’s Peter & The Wolf – BUT with a twist. Tickets are not sold for this concert, as students attend through their school music program.  

MASTERWORKS CONCERT VI: Swan Lake & Cavalleria Rusticana

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

Tchaikovsky’s timeless tale of love and transformation captured in the music from the ballet Swan Lake opens the concert with Mascagni’s one act Cavalleria Rusticana portraying the tragic story of betrayal, jealousy, and the secrets of a love triangle.   Masterworks Concert Series Sponsor:   Sponsors    

BENEFIT CONCERT: Masquerade!

Historic Broadwater Hotel

Let the allure of a mask enthrall and excite at the sixth annual exclusive Benefit Concert. Again, at the rarely visited site of the historic Broadwater Hotel, this formal, red-carpet event features exquisite food, drinks, and music for a true masquerade! This is a MUST DO event! Tickets for this special limited-seating event are $150 …

NON-SERIES CONCERT 1: Intrepid Credit Union SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS

Carroll College 1601 N Benton Ave, Helena, MT, United States

The 20th annual Intrepid Credit Union SYMPHONY UNDER THE STARS is a gift to the community from the Helena Symphony and Carroll College. This year's event will feature music from the legendary Tina Turner! The evening culminates with one of the best fireworks shows in Montana, also sponsored by Intrepid Credit Union. Over 18,000 people …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT I: Opening Night ~ Gershwin & Rhapsody in Blue 100

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

Featuring Pianist Kevin Cole, the leading Gershwin interpreter, and internationally renowned and Grammy® Award-winning Soprano Sylvia McNair, Opening Night features an evening of music by American icon George Gershwin, including his jazz-inspired Rhapsody in Blue for its 100th anniversary. Celebrate 70 years of the Helena Symphony’s music-making with Gershwin, world-renowned artists, dinner, drinks, the Opening …

Season 70 Opening Night After Party

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

14 September 2024 7:30 PM Helena Civic Center Ballroom The Helena Symphony celebrates 70 years of symphonic music in the Helena community with the highlight fundraiser of 2024 – the Opening Night After Party! The Opening Night After Party will be a joyous and vibrant celebration complete with exquisite catered fare, cocktails, and thrilling live and …

SYMPHONY KIDS: The Grimm Princesses (with Dvořák’s String Serenade)

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music). These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT II: Violinist Stephen Cepeda Plays Shostakovich

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

HSO Concertmaster Stephen Cepeda brings the passion, fury, and dark humor of Shostakovich’s virtuosicViolin Concerto. The HSO then performs Ravel’s romantic drama Daphnis & Chloe along with La Valse, a waltz-gone-wild. Season Sponsor Concert Sponsor: Guest Artist Sponsor:

SYMPHONY KIDS: The Four Musicians (with music of J.S. Bach)

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music). These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT III: Hansel & Gretel

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

The famous Grimm’s whimsical masterpiece comes to life in this staged production featuring the coming of age of Hansel and Gretel and their journey through the forest, battle with the mysterious witch, a dream ballet, and learning about greed, trust, and overcoming fears.  This family-friendly opera performed in English is perfect for all ages. Hansel …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT III: Hansel & Gretel

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

The famous Grimm’s whimsical masterpiece comes to life in this staged production featuring the coming of age of Hansel and Gretel and their journey through the forest, battle with the mysterious witch, a dream ballet, and learning about greed, trust, and overcoming fears.  This family-friendly opera performed in English is perfect for all ages. Hansel …

NON-SERIES CONCERT 2: Christmas in the Cathedral

Cathedral of St. Helena 530 N Ewing St, MT, United States

Usher in Helena’s longest and greatest holiday tradition for an evening of reflection, celebration, and sounds of the season in the profoundly reflective Cathedral of St. Helena. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor KELLY CURTIN – Soprano LOGAN TANNER – Countertenor WESLEY MORGAN – Tenor CHARLES ROBERT STEPHENS – Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale HANDEL …

NON-SERIES CONCERT 2: Christmas in the Cathedral

Cathedral of St. Helena 530 N Ewing St, MT, United States

Usher in Helena’s longest and greatest holiday tradition for an evening of reflection, celebration, and sounds of the season in the profoundly reflective Cathedral of St. Helena. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor KELLY CURTIN – Soprano LOGAN TANNER – Countertenor WESLEY MORGAN – Tenor CHARLES ROBERT STEPHENS – Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & Chorale HANDEL Messiah …

NON-SERIES CONCERT 3: Mozart by Candlelight

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

An overture and a symphony by Mozart are paired with Beethoven’s witty and cheerful Fourth Symphony –and all by candlelight. This performance sells out very quickly.  Subscribers can secure tickets with subscription purchases before they go on sale to the public. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor Helena Symphony Orchestra MOZART La Clemenza di Tito, K. …

NON-SERIES CONCERT 3: Mozart by Candlelight

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

An overture and a symphony by Mozart are paired with Beethoven’s witty and cheerful Fourth Symphony –and all by candlelight. This performance sells out very quickly.  Subscribers can secure tickets with subscription purchases before they go on sale to the public. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor Helena Symphony Orchestra MOZART La Clemenza di Tito, K. …

SYMPHONY KIDS: The Billy Goat’s Gruff (with music of Gabriel Fauré)

Saint Paul's United Methodist Church 512 Logan St, Helena, MT, United States

Created for children 5-10, these imaginative 30-minute performances with narration and actors, introduce children to the world of music and instruments, and impart life lessons through interactive stories. Following each concert, children are invited to try instruments at the Instrument Petting Zoo (sponsored by Piccolo’s Music). These FREE PERFORMANCES are all held at St. Paul’s …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT IV: Pianist Roman Rabinovich, Prokofiev, & Dvořák

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

World-acclaimed Israeli Pianist Roman Rabinovich returns to perform Prokofiev’s explosive Piano Concerto No. 3, described by the composer as “devilishly difficult.” Dvořák’s emotional profound Seventh Symphony concludes the concert as a personal reflection on grief and joy. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor ROMAN RABINOVICH – Piano Helena Symphony Orchestra PROKOFIEV Piano Concerto No. 3 in …

MASTERWORKS CONCERT V: Behold the Sea!

Helena Civic Center 340 Neill Ave, Helena, MT, United States

Debussy’s landmark La Mer captures the shimmering mysteriousness and power of the sea, and Englishman Ralph Vaughan William’s Sea Symphony is an epic masterpiece blending the poetry of Walt Whitman with a transformative voyage of the human spirit. ALLAN R. SCOTT – Conductor LEAH PARTRIDGE – Soprano EVAN BRAVOS – Baritone Helena Symphony Orchestra & …