Events under 'Music'

Devil's Purse Brewing Company and Cape Symphony Presents join forces to bring you 10 Fridays of local jazz, beer, and food in the heart of Cape Cod! All events are free and open to the public.

Date: Friday, August 16, 2024

Showtimes: 5:00-8:00pm

Featured Artist: The Art Ensemble of Cape Cod

Food Truck | Red River BBQ

Devil's Purse Brewing Company and Cape Symphony Presents join forces to bring you 10 Fridays of local jazz, beer, and food in the heart of Cape Cod! All events are free and open to the public.

Date: Fridays, June 28-August 30, 2024

Showtimes: 5:00-8:00pm

Featured Artist: The Olivia Yingling Quartet

Food Truck | Red River BBQ

Devil's Purse Brewing Company and Cape Symphony Presents join forces to bring you 10 Fridays of local jazz, beer, and food in the heart of Cape Cod! All events are free and open to the public.

Date: Fridays, June 28-August 30, 2024

Showtimes: 5:00-8:00pm

Featured Artist: Tish Adams & Evening Sky

Food Truck | Red River BBQ

Family Arts Festival 

On Thursday, September 12, 2024 from 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM, Cape Symphony will host “A September Serenade" at Highfield Hall and Gardens in Falmouth, MA.

The evening will feature an open bar, heavy appetizers, raffles, and a silent auction to support greater access to Cape Symphony’s programs, especially at our Falmouth campus. Music will fill the air, with traditional performances by Cape Symphony Orchestra musicians and classical-crossover performances by Cape Symphony Presents artists.

Tickets ($125) will go on sale July 15.

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Date: September 21 & 22, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Jean-Claude Picard, Conductor

Masterpiece 1

Prepare yourself for an immersive experience inspired by soul-stirring poetry, the thrills and excitement of unexpected journeys, and a stunning musical depiction of an artist’s canvas. This program is a unique mix of masterful works that span centuries. This is one you must hear to believe. 

Jean-Claude Picard, Conductor

Canadian conductor Jean-Claude Picard is widely regarded as an engaging conductor known for the natural and collaborative rapport he establishes with his fellow musicians. Jean-Claude has served as Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Orchestre symphonique de Trois-Rivières, and guest conductor of orchestras such as the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Calgary Opera, I Musici, and the Montreal Bach Festival Orchestra.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert.

Date: September 21 & 22, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Jean-Claude Picard, Conductor

Masterpiece 1

Prepare yourself for an immersive experience inspired by soul-stirring poetry, the thrills and excitement of unexpected journeys, and a stunning musical depiction of an artist’s canvas. This program is a unique mix of masterful works that span centuries. This is one you must hear to believe. 

Jean-Claude Picard, Conductor

Canadian conductor Jean-Claude Picard is widely regarded as an engaging conductor known for the natural and collaborative rapport he establishes with his fellow musicians. Jean-Claude has served as Artistic Director and Principal Conductor of the Orchestre symphonique de Trois-Rivières, and guest conductor of orchestras such as the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Calgary Opera, I Musici, and the Montreal Bach Festival Orchestra.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert.

Date: October 19 & 20, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Troy Quinn, Conductor 
Crystal Monee Hall, Vocals
Terron Brooks, Vocals
Jesse Nager, Vocals

CapePOPS! 1

Our first Pops concert of 24/25 combines the magic of MOTOWN with the supreme talents of your Cape Symphony Orchestra musicians. You’ll enjoy smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Dancing shoes will (absolutely) be required. 

Troy Quinn, Conductor

Emmy-nominated conductor Troy Quinn has quickly established himself as one of his generation’s most versatile young artists. Lauded for his energetic and riveting, yet sensitive conducting, Quinn is in his eighth season as Music Director of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra in Kentucky. He is also in his seventh season as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida and serves concurrently as the Pops Conductor of the Santa Rosa Symphony in California. Quinn’s engagements have included performances with many prestigious orchestras in the United States, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, and the Rhode Island Philharmonic, where he also serves as the Pops Conductor.

Date: October 19 & 20, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Troy Quinn, Conductor 
Crystal Monee Hall, Vocals
Terron Brooks, Vocals
Jesse Nager, Vocals

CapePOPS! 1

Our first Pops concert of 24/25 combines the magic of MOTOWN with the supreme talents of your Cape Symphony Orchestra musicians. You’ll enjoy smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Dancing shoes will (absolutely) be required. 

Troy Quinn, Conductor

Emmy-nominated conductor Troy Quinn has quickly established himself as one of his generation’s most versatile young artists. Lauded for his energetic and riveting, yet sensitive conducting, Quinn is in his eighth season as Music Director of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra in Kentucky. He is also in his seventh season as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida and serves concurrently as the Pops Conductor of the Santa Rosa Symphony in California. Quinn’s engagements have included performances with many prestigious orchestras in the United States, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, and the Rhode Island Philharmonic, where he also serves as the Pops Conductor.

Date: October 19 & 20, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Troy Quinn, Conductor 
Crystal Monee Hall, Vocals
Terron Brooks, Vocals
Jesse Nager, Vocals

CapePOPS! 1

Our first Pops concert of 24/25 combines the magic of MOTOWN with the supreme talents of your Cape Symphony Orchestra musicians. You’ll enjoy smash hits made famous by artists like Marvin Gaye, The Four Tops, Michael Jackson, Diana Ross, The Temptations, and the one and only Stevie Wonder. Dancing shoes will (absolutely) be required. 

Troy Quinn, Conductor

Emmy-nominated conductor Troy Quinn has quickly established himself as one of his generation’s most versatile young artists. Lauded for his energetic and riveting, yet sensitive conducting, Quinn is in his eighth season as Music Director of the Owensboro Symphony Orchestra in Kentucky. He is also in his seventh season as Music Director of the Venice Symphony in Florida and serves concurrently as the Pops Conductor of the Santa Rosa Symphony in California. Quinn’s engagements have included performances with many prestigious orchestras in the United States, including the Los Angeles Chamber Orchestra, Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia, and the Rhode Island Philharmonic, where he also serves as the Pops Conductor.

Date: November 16 & 17, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Alyssa Wang, Conductor
Martina Filjak, Piano

Masterpiece 2

Some of history’s most profound musical masterpieces have been inspired by a hero’s journey from light to darkness, love and loss, with it encompassing all of life’s beauty and horror. These themes play out in magnificent form in Berlioz’s monumental “Symphonie Fantastique” and Grieg’s enchanting Piano Concerto. Buckle your seat belts, these stories are truly epic! 

Alyssa Wang, Conductor

Alyssa Wang is a passionate and versatile conductor, violinist, and composer. A recipient of the 2023 Solti Foundation Career Assistance Award and the 2022 St. Botolph Emerging Artist Award, Alyssa has enjoyed exploring diverse creative paths across several areas, with a focus on audience inclusivity and engagement. She is the Co-Founder, Artistic Director, and Principal Conductor of the Boston Festival Orchestra.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert.

Date: November 16 & 17, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Alyssa Wang, Conductor
Martina Filjak, Piano

Masterpiece 2

Some of history’s most profound musical masterpieces have been inspired by a hero’s journey from light to darkness, love and loss, with it encompassing all of life’s beauty and horror. These themes play out in magnificent form in Berlioz’s monumental “Symphonie Fantastique” and Grieg’s enchanting Piano Concerto. Buckle your seat belts, these stories are truly epic! 

Alyssa Wang, Conductor

Alyssa Wang is a passionate and versatile conductor, violinist, and composer. A recipient of the 2023 Solti Foundation Career Assistance Award and the 2022 St. Botolph Emerging Artist Award, Alyssa has enjoyed exploring diverse creative paths across several areas, with a focus on audience inclusivity and engagement. She is the Co-Founder, Artistic Director, and Principal Conductor of the Boston Festival Orchestra.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert.

https://www.capesymphony.org/education/educational-outreach/young-peoples-concert

Date: December 6, 7 & 8, 2024

Showtimes: Fri 4:00pm & 8:00pm, Sat 3:00pm & 7:30pm, Sun 1:00pm & 5:00pm 

Featured Artist:

Joe Marchio, Conductor
Scarlett Strallen, Vocals
Chatham Chorale
Cape Symphony Dance Company

CapePOPS! 2

Those who have experienced our Holiday on the Cape concerts know that JOY truly is our favorite season. This season’s holiday program features the classics you know and love combined with special guests the Cape Symphony Dance Company, Chatham Chorale, and Broadway sensation Scarlett Strallen. Highlights include music from The Polar Express, Handel’s Messiah and another stellar performance from our own Cape Symphony Dance Company.

Joe Marchio, Conductor

Joe Marchio has endeared himself to Cape Symphony audiences in his role of Assistant Conductor and frequent host of our “Musically Speaking” pre-concert talks. He also serves as Music Director of the Chatham Chorale, and Pastor and Director of Music at First Congregational Church of Chatham. Marchio holds degrees from The College of Wooster, Yale University, and Boston Conservatory, where he received his master of music degree in conducting, studying under Dr. William Cutter.

Date: December 6, 7 & 8, 2024

Showtimes: Fri 4:00pm & 8:00pm, Sat 3:00pm & 7:30pm, Sun 1:00pm & 5:00pm 

Featured Artist:

Joe Marchio, Conductor
Scarlett Strallen, Vocals
Chatham Chorale
Cape Symphony Dance Company

CapePOPS! 2

Those who have experienced our Holiday on the Cape concerts know that JOY truly is our favorite season. This season’s holiday program features the classics you know and love combined with special guests the Cape Symphony Dance Company, Chatham Chorale, and Broadway sensation Scarlett Strallen. Highlights include music from The Polar Express, Handel’s Messiah and another stellar performance from our own Cape Symphony Dance Company.

Joe Marchio, Conductor

Joe Marchio has endeared himself to Cape Symphony audiences in his role of Assistant Conductor and frequent host of our “Musically Speaking” pre-concert talks. He also serves as Music Director of the Chatham Chorale, and Pastor and Director of Music at First Congregational Church of Chatham. Marchio holds degrees from The College of Wooster, Yale University, and Boston Conservatory, where he received his master of music degree in conducting, studying under Dr. William Cutter.

Date: January 25 & 26, 2025

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Darko Butorac, Conductor
Jillian Honn, Oboe
Meryl Summers, Bassoon
Jacques Lee Wood, Cello
Velleda Miragias, Cello

Masterpiece 3

From classical music to ballet to opera and beyond, Italy’s contributions to the art of music are undeniable. This season’s Passport concert celebrates from the best of the best, with stunning works by Rossini and Respighi, and soul-stirring Vivaldi concertos performed by your very own Cape Symphony stars. Molto Benne!

Darko Butorac, Conductor

Darko Butorac has established himself as a conductor in demand with orchestras throughout Europe and the Americas. He currently serves as the Music Director of the Asheville Symphony and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, and has guest conducted the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Neuss (Germany), the Rubinstein Philharmonic of Lodz (Poland), the Xiamen Symphony (China), and the Slovenian Radio Symphony Orchestra, to name a few.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert. 

Date: January 25 & 26, 2025

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Darko Butorac, Conductor
Jillian Honn, Oboe
Meryl Summers, Bassoon
Jacques Lee Wood, Cello
Velleda Miragias, Cello

Masterpiece 3

From classical music to ballet to opera and beyond, Italy’s contributions to the art of music are undeniable. This season’s Passport concert celebrates from the best of the best, with stunning works by Rossini and Respighi, and soul-stirring Vivaldi concertos performed by your very own Cape Symphony stars. Molto Benne!

Darko Butorac, Conductor

Darko Butorac has established himself as a conductor in demand with orchestras throughout Europe and the Americas. He currently serves as the Music Director of the Asheville Symphony and the Tallahassee Symphony Orchestra, and has guest conducted the Deutsche Kammerphilharmonie Neuss (Germany), the Rubinstein Philharmonic of Lodz (Poland), the Xiamen Symphony (China), and the Slovenian Radio Symphony Orchestra, to name a few.

The Masterpiece Series concerts also feature the Musically Speaking pre-concert talks, insightful and entertaining looks into the music you are about to hear. These free 30-minute talks begin one hour prior to each Masterpiece Series concert. 

Date: February 22 & 23, 2025

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Joe Marchio, Conductor & Co-Host
Jae Cosmos Lee, Co-Host
Dee Roscioli, Vocals 

CapePOPS! 3

Welcome to the red carpet! Join Cape Symphony’s own “co-hosts” Joe Marchio and Jae Cosmos Lee as they lead your Orchestra performing music from Academy Award-winning films and their unforgettable soundtracks. You’ll hear music from the Golden Age of Hollywood, along with favorites from Titanic, E.T., and Frozen. Broadway sensation and Wicked star Dee Roscioli is also welcomed back to the Cape Symphony stage in this star-studded performance.

Joe Marchio, Conductor & Co-Host

Joe Marchio has endeared himself to Cape Symphony audiences in his role of Assistant Conductor and frequent host of our “Musically Speaking” pre-concert talks. He also serves as Music Director of the Chatham Chorale, and Pastor and Director of Music at First Congregational Church of Chatham. Marchio holds degrees from The College of Wooster, Yale University, and Boston Conservatory, where he received his master of music degree in conducting, studying under Dr. William Cutter.

Jae Cosmos Lee, Co-Host

You know Jae Cosmos Lee as the Cape Symphony’s Concertmaster and founding member of A Far Cry, the Grammy-nominated self-conducted orchestra based in Boston. Jae has performed in concert halls throughout Europe, the United States, Canada and Asia, and music festivals worldwide including Aspen, Chautauqua, Banff, and Salzburg. Jae has worked closely with the members of the Cleveland, Juilliard, and Tokyo String Quartets, and shared the stage with everyone from renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma and ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro to the most exciting chamber ensembles performing today.