Events under 'Symphony Concerts'

Get ready to soar! Our final Pops concert of the 23 | 24 season takes flight with the award-winning entertainer Craig A. Meyer and his electrifying tribute to the one and only Rocketman. Highlights will include such charttoppers as “Benny and the Jets,” “Philadelphia Freedom,” and “Crocodile Rock.” But dress accordingly. You won’t stay seated for long.

Presented in collaboration with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

From the blissful calm of Mendelssohn’s “The Hebrides” to the crashing waves of Debussy’s “La Mer,” the magnificence of our ocean has served as a muse for composers since music began. Join us for a stunning event that celebrates the majesty of the sea and why it should be treasured and protected for future generations.

Presented in collaboration with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

From the blissful calm of Mendelssohn’s “The Hebrides” to the crashing waves of Debussy’s “La Mer,” the magnificence of our ocean has served as a muse for composers since music began. Join us for a stunning event that celebrates the majesty of the sea and why it should be treasured and protected for future generations.

“Joy4July” will be the culmination of the Town of Barnstable’s day-long celebrations, which include village parades, Hyannis Harbor boat parade, and music and dance on Main Street and at the Hyannis Village Green and Bandstand. The festivities lead up to a celebration under the stars with the Cape Symphony Orchestra conducted by our very own Joe Marchio featuring special guest Matt Levesque, Cape Cod's favorite tenor and former President of the Barnstable Town Council. Blending pop, Broadway, patriotic, and Americana music, “Joy4July” at Aselton Park is a FREE outdoor event and no tickets are required. Presented in partnership with the Town of Barnstable and Hyannis Main Street Business Improvement District. RAIN DATE: July 5th at 8pm.

Last summer's presentation of the first Star Wars movie was a big hit! This July, Cape Symphony brings you the second installment in this famous trilogy.

The Cape Symphony Orchestra will present Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert featuring composer John Williams’ GRAMMY®-winning score performed live to the film. Fans will experience the scope and grandeur of this beloved film in a live symphonic concert experience led by conductor Thiago Tiberio on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, July 28 at 3:00 PM at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, 744 West Main Street, Hyannis.

Last summer's presentation of the first Star Wars movie was a big hit! This July, Cape Symphony brings you the second installment in this famous trilogy.

The Cape Symphony Orchestra will present Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back in Concert featuring composer John Williams’ GRAMMY®-winning score performed live to the film. Fans will experience the scope and grandeur of this beloved film in a live symphonic concert experience led by conductor Thiago Tiberio on Saturday, July 27 at 7:30 PM and Sunday, July 28 at 3:00 PM at the Barnstable Performing Arts Center, 744 West Main Street, Hyannis.

Join us at the Cape Cod Melody Tent for an evening with legendary singer-songwriter Livingston Taylor. Our own Joe Marchio will conduct a lively and heartwarming program of music spanning the decades, from rollicking Broadway tunes and swinging jazz standards to folk favorites and popular selections. Cape Symphony Orchestra’s shining stars, paired with Livingston Taylor's incomparable talent and charm, promise a joyous night of music that’s sure to be a highlight of your Cape Cod summer!

Tickets for “An Evening with Cape Symphony Orchestra featuring Livingston Taylor" will be sold ONLY through the Cape Cod Melody Tent Box Office, online or by phone at 508-775-5630 (note that the Melody Tent Box Office is not yet open for in-person purchases).

Date: September 21 & 22, 2024

Showtimes: Sat 7:30pm, Sun 3:00pm

Featured Artist:

Jean-Claude Picard, Conductor

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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

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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

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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

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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.

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

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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: 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: 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.