Music

Vasily Petrenko, Music Director Ray Chen, Violin NIELSEN Helios Overture TCHAIKOVSKY Violin Concerto SIBELIUS Symphony No 2 Conductor Vasily Petrenko, 2017 Gramophone Awards Artist of the Year, “has brought style and excitement to the RPO ... since taking over three seasons ago” (The Guardian). These qualities will be showcased brilliantly in their performance of Sibelius’ grand and luminous Symphony No. 2. With its gorgeous melodies, luxurious harmonies and a finale that is pure joy, it’s easy to see why the Second Symphony has become one of the composer’s most celebrated works. Joining them on the first half of the program is the enormously popular Ray Chen, who is known to play a “virtuoso lick with a rock ’n’ roll stance, making it look mighty cool to be a violinist” (Violinist.com). He’s sure to be the coolest dude in the room when he takes on Tchaikovsky’s sweeping, melodious and virtuosic Violin Concerto, an undisputed crown jewel of the repertory. But first, the evening opens with Carl Nielsen’s life-affirming Helios Overture, the Danish composer’s radiant evocation of the sun god and his chariot journeying across the sky.

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a tribute to the timeless love songs of Bob Marley and the Wailers, performed by Locos Por Juana for their 13th annual "Locos Por Marley" concert at the Bandshell. Locos Por Juana, a GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY-nominated bilingual band, is renowned for its electrifying live performances and genre-blending fusion of reggae, funk, cumbia, salsa, and rock. Fronted by the dynamic Itawe Correa, the group features Mark Kondrat’s vibrant guitar, Javier Delgado’s innovative drumming, and David Pransky’s powerful bass lines—all crafting original, high-energy music. Opening set by DJ Fux

CHAMELEON Transforms South Florida Center for Percussive Arts into a Symphony of Drums, Data, and Light South Florida Center for Percussive Arts (SFCPA) will come alive January 30 and 31 with Chameleon, a two-day, multi-sensory performance and art installation merging live music with cutting-edge technology. Created by MF Dynamics with support from MAD Arts and funding by the Knight Foundation, the project reimagines how audiences experience sound and musical movement, turning the entire SFCPA into a playground of rhythm, color, and emotion. Each evening audiences will experience four intimate performances that unfold across both outdoor and indoor environments. The event begins with an outdoor transformation of the SFCPA’s grounds into a stage and large-scale video canvas, inviting the public to witness the blurring of projection and performance. The evening continues inside, where attendees are surrounded by a 360-degree live music and visual environment. Within this space, new technologies will sonify the performers’ pulse and translate their movement and brainwave data into dynamic visual and sonic compositions revealing the living interplay between body, instrument, and environment. Conceived by composer, percussionist, and new media artist Maria Finkelmeier (she/her/hers), Chameleon is inspired by her personal journey as an adoptee and lifelong curiosity about identity, perception, and transformation. Through music, projection, and motion, the work asks: What versions of ourselves exist in the minds of others? As our personas shift from one community to another, we adapt, recalibrate, and reveal new layers of who we are. Chameleon makes these invisible shifts visible and audible, inviting audiences to reflect on how we construct identity in response to the world around us. Performances will feature students from South Florida Center for Percussive Arts with Finkelmeier and Boston-based hybrid artist Greg Jukes. Together, they create an experience that is both deeply human and technically daring, bridging generations, disciplines, and communities through shared rhythm and motion. “Chameleon embodies what happens when art and technology intertwine to reveal something profoundly human,” says Finkelmeier. “We’re not just layering visuals on top of music, we’re uncovering the inner pulse of the performance itself.” What: Chameleon — An Immersive Drum + Tech Experience When: January 30 and 31 at 7:30 PM - Doors open at 6:00 PM Where: South Florida Center for Percussive Arts, Miami, FL Admission: Free - open to all ages and abilities Chameleon is made possible by the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, created by MF Dynamics with support from MAD Arts and presented by South Florida Center for Percussive Arts.

The “Moonlight & Music” Valentine’s Day Concert at the Deering Estate offers couples and friends the opportunity to celebrate their love at an outdoor concert under the stars on Friday evening, February 14, 2025. Guests can pack a picnic, preorder food or purchase food when they arrive, then settle into their lawn chair or cozy up on a blanket and enjoy the sounds of this year’s featured artist. This concert will be a night to be remembered and experienced among loved ones and friends! The concert starts at 8 p.m. There are four entry times to choose from when purchasing tickets: 5:30 p.m., 6 p.m., 6:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Please arrive at your assigned gate between the time listed on your ticket and 30 minutes after. (Example: If your ticket is for 5:30 p.m. you may enter between 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.). Guests are welcome to bring blankets, lawn chairs and small picnic baskets. Please note that the following items are not permitted: pets, large coolers, open flames/candles, balloons and pop-up tents. Please note that the Museums are closed during this event. While this concert is not designed for children entertainment, they are welcome to attend with a paid ticket. Children ages 3 and under do not require a ticket.

THE MIAMI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Official Symphony Orchestra of the City of Miami Eduardo Marturet - Conductor “Celebrating 20 Years of Maestro Marturet with MISO” Announcing our New 2025–2026 Season The Miami Symphony Orchestra’s 2025–2026 Season at the Arsht Center promises a vibrant journey through classical masterpieces, groundbreaking premieres, and Latin American flair. This season is especially meaningful as we celebrate Maestro Eduardo Marturet’s 20th anniversary leading the orchestra—two decades of visionary artistry and musical excellence. Featuring acclaimed soloists and newly commissioned works, the season highlights MISO’s commitment to innovation and cultural richness. From the powerful Grand Season Opening to a spirited Classical Latin American celebration, followed by a tribute to American creativity with premieres by LeFrak, Padilla, and Campos Salas, and a dynamic Grand Season Finale, each concert offers a unique and unforgettable musical experience at the iconic Knight Concert Hall. FOR SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION CALL 786-727-5679 OR EMAIL BOXOFFICE.MANAGER@THEMISO.ORG

Classy klezmer- chamber music and jazz infused with schmaltz! A uniquely virtuosic and entertaining chamber ensemble performing original music inspired by Klezmer, Yiddish Swing, Jazz, and Classical music. This groundbreaking ensemble features the extraordinary talents of Eric Abramovitz, the principal clarinetist of the Toronto Symphony and the Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and arranger, Drew Jurecka, virtuosic violinist/vocalist/composer, Rebekah Wolkstein, founder/leader of the acclaimed Payadora Ensemble, Juno-nominated bassist, Michael Herring, and Juno-award-winning pianist, Jeremy Ledbetter. This ensemble is redefining the traditional boundaries of Yiddish music, blending classical mastery with innovative compositions and soulful arrangements.

"Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway are the best sister act of all time…their show is indisputable, irrefutable, magical, musical, melodious, harmonious perfection.” - Broadway World. The Tony-nominated Callaway Sisters are raising the roof with their new show Broadway the Calla-way! Liz and Ann Hampton Callaway - one singular sensation - singing showstoppers from West Side Story, Chicago, Funny Girl, Cats, Carousel, Wicked, and more great Broadway shows with Musical Director Alex Rybeck. Ann Hampton Callaway is one of America’s most gifted artists in pop and jazz. A leading champion of the great American Songbook, she’s made her mark as a singer, pianist, composer, lyricist, arranger, actress, educator, TV host, and producer. Voted by Broadwayworld.com as “Celebrity of the Year” and two years in a row as “Best Jazz Vocalist,” Ann is a born entertainer. She is best known for her Tony-nominated performance in the hit Broadway musical Swing! and for writing and singing the theme song to the hit TV series, The Nanny. Liz Callaway is a Grammy nominee, Tony nominee, and Emmy Award-winning actress, singer, and recording artist. She made her Broadway debut in Stephen Sondheim’s Merrily We Roll Along, received a Tony Award nomination for her performance in Baby, and for five years, won acclaim as Grizabella in Cats. She has also starred in the original casts of Miss Saigon, The Three Musketeers, and The Look of Love. Liz sang the Academy Award-nominated song, “Journey to the Past” in the animated feature Anastasia and is also the singing voice of Princess Jasmine in Disney’s Aladdin and the King of Thieves and The Return of Jafar.

Musical theater royalty and Disney Legend Lea Salonga is bringing her acclaimed Stage, Screen & Everything in Between tour to the Adrienne Arsht Center! In Stage, Screen & Everything in Between, musical theater fans will experience stage and screen classics from Lea’s iconic roles, including songs from Miss Saigon, Les Misérables, Aladdin and Mulan, new favorites from critically acclaimed Broadway and West End hit Old Friends, Broadway blockbusters, pop classics and much more from her celebrated career and beyond.

A Performance by and Conversation With Musical Artists OKAN Join us for a special performance and conversation led by Ruthie Meadows, Roberto C. Goizueta Distinguished Presidential Fellow, alongside Marysol Quevedo, associate professor of musicology at the Frost School of Music. Exploring themes of immigration, justice, and love, the Afro-Cuban jazz band OKAN takes its name from the word for “heart” in Santería. With vocals in Spanish, Yoruba, and Spanglish, the band is led by Havana-born violinist and vocalist Elizabeth Rodríguez and her wife, percussionist and vocalist Magdelys Savigne, from Santiago de Cuba. This event marks the culmination of Ruthie Meadows’ semester-long residency as the Roberto C. Goizueta Distinguished Presidential Fellow at the Cuban Heritage Collection.

The Experience Get ready for a winter soirée, Miami style—journeying through decades of holiday music that shaped the season and soundtrack Black Christmas celebrations. Soulful Christmas delivers everything from smooth R&B renditions to soul-stirring gospel, creating an atmosphere of elegance and warmth, where memories & music harmonize with the hum of the soul. Show Details Dates: December 19th, 2025 @7:30PM EDT December 20th, 2025 @7:30PM EDT Location: The Marshall Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center 6161 NW 22nd Ave, Miami, FL 33142 Featured Artists Bringing true joy and wonder this winter, under the direction of Kunya C. Rowley and Musical Director King Friday: Erron Cooper Ja'Nia Harden Brittany Graham Wilkie Ferguson, III Made Possible By This celebration comes to you thanks to: Green Family Foundation Key Biscayne Community Foundation Miami Dade Department of Cultural Affairs Marshall Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center Step into the embrace of song and spirit. Let the music remind you that joy, hope, and belonging are gifts we all share.