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Eugene Symphony 2025-26 Season Info
The Eugene Symphony proudly presents its 60th season, beginning under the dynamic leadership of newly appointed Music Director Alex Prior. The season launches on September 12 with The Music of Journey at Silva Concert Hall — an electrifying tribute featuring symphonic arrangements of beloved Journey hits, including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Separate Ways,” and “Faithfully.”
In mid‑October, on October 12, audiences will enjoy Fate & Fire, a bold opening to the season spotlighting Bernstein’s West Side Story Overture, Vivian Fung’s Violin Concerto featuring Kristin Lee, and the stirring climax of Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5 — marking Alex Prior’s masterwork debut with the orchestra.
November brings a series of standout performances: Music of the Cosmos on November 8 delivers a sweeping cinematic journey through space with memorable themes from Star Wars, Interstellar, and more; the next day (November 9) features a meaningful Side-by-Side with ESYO concert, where young musicians from the Eugene‑Springfield Youth Orchestra join forces with the professionals; and on November 20, Rhythm of the Americas fuses vibrant rhythms in Ortiz’s Téenek, Price’s Piano Concerto, Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G, and Ellington’s Harlem Suite, with pianist Michelle Cann taking the stage.
The holiday season includes two festive programs: Elf in Concert on December 7 offers a live orchestral score to the holiday favorite Elf, while December 11 will feature an extraordinary performance of Handel’s Messiah.
In January 2026, on the 15th, the Symphony welcomes back former Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero for an evening of powerful storytelling through Debussy’s Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Mozart’s Symphony No. 31 “Paris”, and Berlioz’s dramatic Symphonie Fantastique.
Fans of film music have a magical option too: January 30 brings Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix in Concert, an immersive experience pairing the film with a live orchestral performance.
February’s highlight, Heroic Transformations: Beethoven on February 12, features violinist Julian Rhee in the piano concerto and concludes with Beethoven’s groundbreaking Symphony No. 3 “Eroica.”
March 15 brings a bold program with Romeo & Juliet, featuring Nina Shekhar’s modern Accordion Concerto followed by Prokofiev’s evocative ballet score, with Hanzhi Wang as soloist.
On April 23, Majestic Horizons: Handel & Schumann unfolds with Handel’s regal Water Music, a virtuosic Trumpet Concerto by Böhme, and Schumann’s lush Symphony No. 3, led by principal trumpet Bryce Schmidt.
The season culminates on May 14 with Forces of Nature, an exhilarating program featuring Gabriella Smith’s Tumblebird Contrails, Grieg’s dramatic Piano Concerto with Claire Huangci, and Nielsen’s fierce Symphony No. 4 “The Inextinguishable.”
Eugene Symphony 2025-26 Tickets Info
Tickets for Eugene Symphony 2025-26 live performances are available now through EventsChaser, with NO hidden service fees. Prices generally range from $50 to $125 for most performances at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, depending on seating section, program, and performance day. Concerts featuring major guest soloists, film screenings with live orchestral accompaniment, or popular crossover events — such as Elf in Concert or Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix — can reach $180 or more for prime seating.
For classical programs like Fate & Fire or Beethoven’s Eroica, mid-range seats usually fall between $70 and $100, offering excellent sound and views in the orchestra and mezzanine levels. More affordable seating options, especially in the upper balcony, are often available from $40 to $60, making performances accessible to students, families, and first-time attendees.
About Eugene Symphony
The Eugene Symphony is a professional orchestra based in Eugene, Oregon, known for its high-caliber performances, community engagement, and educational outreach across the region. Founded in 1965, the orchestra performs primarily at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts, where it offers a full season of classical masterworks, family concerts, film scores, and pops programs. Over the years, the Eugene Symphony has built a reputation for artistic excellence and bold programming, making it a cultural anchor in the Pacific Northwest.
A key part of the orchestra’s identity is its commitment to accessibility and education. The Eugene Symphony reaches thousands of students and community members each year through initiatives like its youth concerts, instrument petting zoos, side-by-side performances with young musicians, and partnerships with local schools. These efforts reflect the organization’s belief in music as a shared civic resource, open to all.
The orchestra has been guided by several visionary conductors, and in recent years has welcomed a new generation of leadership. The Eugene Symphony also consistently features guest artists of national and international stature, bringing fresh perspectives to the stage while staying rooted in the values of community, creativity, and collaboration.
