Our 2023-2024 vibes and visions concert season is just beginning! Please check back regularly for updates.
Please call for season ticket packages 406-407-7000
Beethoven lives upstairs
with classical kids and mt young soloist winner!
September 23rd– Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30
Our family concert program is a theatrical symphony concert that imaginatively introduces young audiences and their families to the life and music of Ludwig Van Beethoven in a live performance venue. As an added treat, we present classical saxophonist soloist and winner of the 2022 Montana Young Artists Competition Senior Division, Antonio Jarvey, playing music of John Williams.
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the Planets + Outer space film experience
with kv science 265 and dr. salgado!
October 14-15, 2023– Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30, Sunday at 3:00
This concert will be the ultimate fusion of science and sound! Imagine Gustav Holst’s masterpiece, The Planets, performed by a symphony orchestra while a high-definition outer space film is projected overhead on the big screen! This critically acclaimed film by astronomer/film-maker Jose Francisco Salgado, PhD includes awe-inspiring space visualizations from NASA and the European Space Agency. Dr. Salgado will offer a pre-concert lecture to the audience. The concert also recognizes Rachmaninoff’s 150th anniversary with a performance of one of his influential 2nd Piano Concerto featuring internationally acclaimed pianist Ilya Yakushev.
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mystic dreams
glacier chorale in concert!
november 4, 2023– Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30
The Glacier Chorale, under the direction of Dr. Micah Hunter, explores the many depictions of dreams in great poetry and choral literature. The performance will explore dreams of desire, awe, fear, love, beauty, and more in choral music both old and new. Join us for this inspirational concert highlighting the superb vocal artistry of the chorale.
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CoCo Enterprises in Whitefish, MT
vision spirit land
honoring native american heritage month!
november 18 -19, 2023– Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30, Sunday at 3:00
Honoring Native American Heritage Month, the symphony is offering a multimedia program, WestWater Arts’ “Visions,” a heartfelt tribute to America’s First Peoples through the unmistakable images of legendary photographer Edward Curtis and National Park imagery choreographed to music by Vaughn Williams. World flutist Suzanne Teng is featured in Maestro Zoltek’s world premiere of Earth Anthem, based on the poetry of University of Montana professor and Salish Kootenai poet, Heather Cahoon. The concert evening will open with ceremonial songs by Blackfeet artist, Keven Kickingwoman, and art installations including work by artist Monica Gilles-BringsYellow.
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Handel’s messiah
orchestra & chorale perform the story of the nativity!
December 2-3, 2023– Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30, Sunday at 3:00
Experience the inspiring performance of Handel’s scripture-based oratorio. Featured soloists will perform alongside the orchestra and chorale. The piece celebrates the birth and life of Jesus Christ, and it is hard to resist singing along to the “Hallelujah” chorus. This is a classic Glacier Symphony performance!
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the nutcracker
another holiday must-see!
December 9-10, 2023– Mcclaren hall
3 performances
Encore! Glacier Symphony is bringing back the holiday event that was the sold-out talk of the town last year. The San Diego Ballet Company, young local dancers and Glacier Symphony will present a fully staged production of the Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic. It is an exciting chance to see the Nutcracker performed by a professional ballet company and live symphony orchestra.
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rhapsody in blue + the afro-american symphony
a night of the roaring 20s!
february 17, 2024 – Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Join the symphony in celebrating the 100th Anniversary of George Gershwin’s beloved Rhapsody in Blue performed by the Glacier Symphony Orchestra featuring the acclaimed pianist Terrence Wilson. The program will also include the groundbreaking “Afro-American Symphony” No. 1 by William Grant Still and the Piano Concerto in One Movement by composer Florence Price.
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Jeans ‘n classics: Back to back
billy joel and elton john hits!
March 16, 2024 – Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Another audience-demanded encore! The symphony teams up again with Jeans ‘N Classics to perform the music of Elton John and Billy Joel, back to back! Feel the power of every rock ballad by these two prolific songwriters and performers with the unparalleled sound of your symphony orchestra.
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mark o’connor: an appalachian spring
a true fiddlemaster!
april 20, 2024 – Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Mark O’Connor, a multiple CMA and Grammy award-winning “fiddlemaster” and composer, is our special guest for this one-night only concert. He blends Americana bluegrass, country, jazz and classical genres. As a special treat, Mark will be joined on stage by another amazing fiddler, his wife, Maggie O’Connor, for a double dose of fiddling alongside the symphony orchestra. The program will also showcase Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, a quintessential work of Americana.
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carmina burana: O Fortuna
a bold finale!
may 11, 2024 – Mcclaren hall
Saturday at 7:30 p.m.
Carl Orff’s choral-symphonic masterpiece, Carmina Burana, will be the booming season finale. The “O Fortuna” chorus is extremely well-known. It’s thundering symphonic-choral warning is used by countless filmmakers and advertisers - a quick Google search will jog your memory. But Orff’s masterpiece is much more than its opening chorus! The work, based on 13th century medieval texts, serves as the guiding thread for three voice soloists, a full chorale and large orchestra.
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past concerts
past concerts
Symphony Night at Rebecca Farm
popular music and a summer classic!
July 7-8– The Grounds at rebecca farm
Friday and Saturday, Gates open at 5:30 and music begins at 7:30
Symphony Night at Rebecca Farm is an OUTDOOR symphonic pops concert that has been a favorite summer tradition in the Flathead Valley for 20 years!! Purchase a car pass and load up your family, kiddos and friends to enjoy a night of popular, patriotic and well-known symphonic music, from Beethoven to Tchaikovsky. Join us on July 7th and 8th under a Montana sunset to celebrate the Glacier Symphony and our beautiful Big Sky state!
Bring a comfy chair, blanket and snacks or rent a picnic table to enjoy a night of popular and patriotic tunes. Take in the beautiful sunset, music and sense of community on the beautiful grounds at Rebecca Farm. Please do not bring in outside alcoholic beverages, we will have a vendor serving libations for the night! More popular food and drink vendors will be present, too!
Early Bird Car Passes (purchased before June 30th) $55. General Car Pass or those purchased at gate $65.
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Mozart at mcclaren
the new festival amadeus!
June 23rd-25th – McClaren Hall
Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Announcing Festival Amadeus “Mozart at McClaren Hall,” June 23-25, 2023, presented by the Glacier Symphony with performances in the acoustically magnificent McClaren Hall at the Wachholz College Center in Kalispell. This 3-concert series will include a Friday chamber concert and orchestra performances on Saturday and Sunday. Joining the Festival Amadeus Orchestra will be acclaimed soloists, Anna Polonsky and violinist Yevgeny Kutik, all under the direction of Founding Artistic Director John Zoltek. The concerts will include music from the Classical and Early Romantic eras by Beethoven, Haydn, Mendelssohn and of course Mozart! The concert weekend also includes informative talks by Maestro Zoltek and our guest artists.
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CARMEN “Opera in Concert”
Season Finale
MAY 13th +14th – McClaren Hall
Saturday, 7:30pm / Sunday, 3:00pm
Join us for a concert version of a historic opera filled with tragic romance! Glacier Symphony’s orchestra, chorale and nine guest soloists will perform together to create a layered and vibrant musical version of the story. Bring the women in your life you appreciate for an exciting Mother's Day outing and added photobooth experience!
For close to 150 years, audiences have been fascinated by the show's melodrama, spirited female lead, fine arias, duets, and engaging choruses making Carmen the most frequently performed opera across the globe! Buy tickets in advance
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MIDORI AND PINES OF ROME
april 8th – McClaren Hall
Saturday, 7:30pm
Legendary violinist Midori joins the Symphony for a performance of the enigmatic Violin Concerto in d minor by Robert Schumann. Respighi’s evocative orchestral portraits The Fountains and Pines of Rome will complete the program. This will be Midori’s only appearance in the entire region so don’t miss this rare opportunity!
Do not miss your chance to see her and present a lifetime of talent - her contemporaries include Yo-Yo Ma and Itzhak Perlman. To put it simply, Midori is a BIG DEAL in classical music!!!
Midori was born in Japan in 1971. Her mother was a professional violinist and she showed interest in the instrument from an early age. She was gifted a violin for her 3rd birthday and her mother began giving her lessons at that time. Midori would make her professional debut with the New York Philharmonic when she was just 11 years old! Since then, she has toured the globe and is one of the most famed violinists alive today.
In 2021, she was a Kennedy Center Honors honoree for her lifetime artistic achievement. It is truly an accomplishment to bring in an artist of this caliber for our patrons in the Flathead Valley to enjoy! Before Midori stops in the valley, she will have been traveling around Europe at famous symphonies and philharmonics! Grab your tickets to witness her artistry, professionalism, and rich talent.
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THE ULTIMATE SYMPHONIC ROCK SHOW
with Jeans ‘n Classics
FEBruary 18th – McClaren Hall
Saturday, 7:30pm
Experience the classic ‘70s music of Bowie, Electric Light Orchestra, Peter Gabriel, Procol Harum, and the Moody Blues, performed by special guests, rock band Jeans ’n Classics, accompanied by the Glacier Symphony. Get ready to ROCK OUT!
Jeans 'n Classics is into their second decade of bringing their impressive catalogue to performances with symphonies across North America. Most definitely not a tribute act, Jeans 'n Classics faithfully interprets the music of legendary rock and pop albums and artists, with their own special and signature flair.
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The Nutcracker
with the San Diego Ballet Company
DEC. 10th +11th – McClaren Hall
Three performances: Saturday, 2:00pm + 7:00pm / Sunday, 1:00pm
We present the San Diego Ballet Company, young local dancers, and the Glacier Symphony in a fully staged production of Tchaikovsky’s beloved holiday classic. Don’t miss this highly entertaining performance for the entire family!
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HANDEL’s MESSIAH
DECember 3th + 4th – McClaren Hall
Saturday, 7:30pm / Sunday, 3:00pm
Join us for the most popular sacred choral work for the Christmas season. Please join us for this inspiring performance of Handel’s oratorio masterpiece featuring chorale, orchestra, and voice soloists.
Glacier Symphony Orchestra and Chorale
Amy Justman, soprano; Kirsten Sollek, contralto; Norman Shankle, tenor; Daren Small; bass baritone
John Zoltek, conductor
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BEETHOVEN’S 9TH
“ODE TO JOY”
November 19th + 20th – McClaren Hall
Opening weekend at McClaren Hall, Wachholz College Center in Kalispell
Saturday, 7:30pm / Sunday, 3:00pm
Mozart - Piano Concerto No. 17 in G major
Beethoven - Symphony No. 9 in D minor (Choral)
The immortal 9th symphony of Beethoven with the dramatic “Ode to Joy” choral finale featuring the orchestra, chorale and soloists. Pianist Andrew Staupe will be soloist for the Mozart Piano Concerto No. 17 in G Major.
Glacier Symphony and Chorale
Andrew Staupe, piano
Serena Benedetti, soprano; Natalie Rose Havens, alto
Alex Boyer, tenor; Kyle Oliver; bass baritone
John Zoltek, conductor
