Opening Night: Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2
Anna Clyne's Masquerade, Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2 & Brahms Symphony No. 4 — an unforgettable Opening Night at the Orpheum Theater with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
Concierto en Tango
Experience the heat and heartbeat of Latin America with this vibrant program at the Orpheum Theater. The evening begins with the sweeping, cinematic landscapes of Ginastera's Pampeana No. 3, before cellist Roman Mekinulov takes the stage for Miguel del Aguila's Concierto en Tango — a work overflowing with rhythmic fire and seductive melodies. We round out the celebration with the colorful Spanish flair and spirited dances of Falla's El sombrero de tres picos.
Prieto Returns: Shostakovich No. 5
Carlos Miguel Prieto returns to conduct Shostakovich’s Symphony No. 5, alongside works by Revueltas and Prokofiev, featuring violinist Aubree Oliverson. October 22, 2026 at the Orpheum Theater.
Mozart & Stravinsky
LPO performs Boccherini, Mozart's Jupiter Symphony & Stravinsky's Petrushka at the Orpheum Theater. Matthew Kraemer, conductor. Nov. 12, 2026.
Peer Gynt & Mahler No. 5
Grieg's Peer Gynt Suites & Mahler's Symphony No. 5 in C-sharp minor with conductor Matthew Kraemer. Thursday, January 14, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater, New Orleans.
Tchaikovsky & Prokofiev
Tchaikovsky's Marche Slave, Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto with Manuel Papale, Khachaturian & Prokofiev's Cinderella Suite. Feb 18, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater, New Orleans.
Schubert “The Great”
Mendelssohn's Ruy Blas Overture, Clara Schumann's Piano Concerto & Schubert's Symphony No. 9 "The Great" with conductor Noam Aviel. March 4, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater.
Pictures at an Exhibition
Gabriela Lena Frank, Kevin Puts' Flute Concerto with Ji-Weon Ryu & Mussorgsky/Ravel's Pictures at an Exhibition with conductor Melisse Brunet. March 18, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater.
Scheherazade
Experience Turina's Danzas Fantásticas, Kodály's Peacock Variations, and Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade — an unforgettable orchestral journey across Spain, Hungary, and the Arabian seas.
Appalachian Spring & Four Seasons In Buenos Aires
The Louisiana Philharmonic welcomes violinist Grace Park for a thrilling program of Copland, Gabriela Lena Frank, a James Lee III world premiere & Piazzolla's Four Seasons in Buenos Aires. April 16, 2027, Fuhrmann Auditorium.
Beethoven’s Missa Solemnis
Beethoven's Missa Solemnis — a monumental choral and orchestral masterwork conducted by Matthew Kraemer. Thursday, May 6, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater, New Orleans.
Season Finale: Breakthrough Beethoven
Carlos Simon, Beethoven's Piano Concerto No. 4 with NOIPC Silver Medalist & Symphony No. 3 "Eroica" with conductor Matthew Kraemer. May 15, 2027 at the Orpheum Theater, New Orleans.
Inspiring America: The Music of John Williams
The National WWII Museum and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra to bring you a musically driven multimedia experience capturing the dramatic final months of World War II in Europe.
Season Finale: Stravinsky’s The Firebird
PRESENTED BY LEXUS OF NEW ORLEANS
Feel the rhythm of the world with a season finale that pulsates with the power of dance!
Dvořák Symphony No. 7
From pulse-pounding LPO premieres to timeless classics, this program is a feast for the for all music lovers' ears!
Beethoven Symphony No. 9
Prepare for an awe-inspiring evening as your LPO unleashes the full force of Beethoven's monumental Ninth Symphony!
The Enigma Variations
Embark on a sonic adventure with a thrilling fusion of British and Scandinavian folk music, including Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor performed by Zhu Wang.
Brahms Symphony No. 1
From vibrant rhythms to dazzling virtuosity and majestic grandeur, this evening offers a journey for the senses!
Copland's Rodeo
Experience a vibrant celebration of America's musical landscape, showcasing diverse voices and exceptional artistry.
Holiday Spectacular
Celebrate the magic of the season with the LPO’s Holiday Spectacular!
Classical Christmas: Messiah
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra rings in the holiday season with stunning selections from Handel’s Messiah and beloved classical Christmas music.
Mannie Fresh & the LPO: A Retrospective
Straight from the Seventh Ward, Big Tymer Mannie Fresh joins the LPO for a night of beats and passion that can only be found in New Orleans!
Shakespeare & Shostakovich
Explore themes of love, loss, and the human spirit by diving straight into the heart of two orchestral giants, Shostakovich and Tchaikovsky.
An American in Paris
American music takes center stage with an exhilarating celebration of musical innovation, featuring the return of pianist Jeffrey Biegel and the world premiere of James Lee III's Concerto in A.
Hungarian Dances
Ignite your senses with a vibrant adventure to Hungary's rich musical landscape!
Verdi’s Requiem
Prepare to be moved by the emotional depth of a Requiem like no other. Experience a grand opening to the 2025-26 season with Giuseppe Verdi's Requiem, a profound reflection of grief and cultural pride inspired by the loss of two Italian giants.
Big Freedia + LPO
You already know we had to do it again! Join us for another unforgettable night of NOLA bounce paired with soaring strings with local favorite Big Freedia on the mic!
Music of John Williams
Immerse yourself in the music of iconic composer John Williams. Experience nostalgia, adventure, and excitement with an evening of music from Star Wars, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, and more.
2025 Benefit Concert: A Tribute to Ellis Marsalis Jr.
Join your LPO for an unforgettable evening honoring the life and enduring legacy of Ellis Marsalis Jr. This special concert will feature special guest performances by Branford Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis, and Jason Marsalis.
Andrea Bocelli in Concert with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
Join us at the Smoothie King Center for a spectacular evening with famed Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli as he returns for another unforgettable collaboration with your LPO.
Brahms Symphony No. 3
We end the final concert of the series with Brahms’ penultimate symphony, the intense and richly romantic Symphony No. 3.
Mahler “Song of the Earth”
Classical music lovers will delight in this performance featuring two of orchestral music’s most renowned composers.
Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 5
We feature Grammy Award-winning composer Jessie Montgomery’s work inspired by the multi-cultural sounds of New York City and close with one of Tchaikovsky’s most powerful and emotive symphonies.
Dvořák Cello Concerto
We feature gifted cellist Joshua Roman playing Dvořák’s stormy and thematic Cello Concerto.
Beethoven & Strauss
Join the LPO for a night of romance and delight by following the legendary lover in his ardent pursuits in Strauss’ epic tone poem Don Juan, followed by Beethoven’s grand Symphony No. 4.
Rachmaninoff Symphony No. 2
The LPO’s own Alex Mayon is the featured soloist on Hadyn’s Trumpet Concerto; concluding the program is late-Romantic composer Rachmaninoff’s triumphant and emotional second symphony.
A Tale of God’s Will (A Requiem for Katrina)
This evening-length emotional tour-de-force of anger, rage, compassion, melancholy, and beauty features Blanchard's SEXTET, and the LPO.
Symphonic Dances from West Side Story
Guest violinist Sirena Huang leads the LPO in a theatrical concert featuring Gershwin, Ellington, Barber, & Bernstein.
Holiday Spectacular
Celebrate the magic of the season with this exciting annual performance of everyone’s favorite holiday tunes.
Classical Christmas: Messiah
This special holiday program includes pieces by Menotti, Mendelssohn, and excerpts from Handel's glorious Messiah.
An Evening with Kristin Chenoweth
Join the LPO for an evening with the iconic actress/singer and Emmy and Tony Award-winning performer Kristin Chenoweth.
The Planets
Celebrate the music of the spheres at this concert including Gustav Holst’s beloved work The Planets.
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