2025-26 Season

Symphony Goes Wild
6:00PM, Saturday, September 20, 2025
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
Amaryn Olmeda,violin

~ From Serene Dawn to Vibrant Celebration ~ Embark on a thrilling musical safari featuring violinist Amaryn Olmeda. This nature-inspired journey takes you from noble melodies to driving Latin rhythms, culminating in an unforgettable progression from serene sunrise to roof-raising celebration. Experience the orchestra’s full emotional range in one memorable evening. PROGRAM Brahms: Violin Concerto Gabriela Ortiz: …

Halloween Spooktacular
2:30PM, Sunday, October 19, 2025
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor

~ A Frighteningly Fun Musical Adventure ~ Bring the whole family for a frightfully fun afternoon! Test drive your Halloween costume and join our spooky parade through music that thrills and chills. From the mischievous magic of The Sorcerer’s Apprentice to the devilish dance from The Witches of Eastwick, plus favorites from Rocky Horror Picture Show, Young Frankenstein, and …

Fantasy & Fate
2:30PM, Sunday, November 16, 2025
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
Sonia Leong,piano

~ Epic Tales of Destiny & Triumph ~ Join pianist Sonia Leong for an afternoon of powerful musical storytelling. From jazzy perpetual motion to lush romantic beauty, the program concludes with Tchaikovsky’s deeply personal exploration of fate that builds to one of classical music’s most triumphant finales. Feel destiny’s drama unfold through sound. PROGRAM Cindy McTee: Tempus …

Holiday Pops
2:30PM, Sunday, December 7, 2025
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
Jordan Litz,vocalist
Stockton Youth Chorale,choir

~ Festive Favorites That Sparkle & Shine ~ Light up your holiday season with a heartwarming afternoon of festive favorites with a theatrical twist! Broadway star Jordan Litz joins the Symphony alongside the adorable Stockton Youth Chorale for an enchanting performance of Christmas classics. Experience a joyful audience sing-along, the transcendent O Holy Night, magical moments from The Nutcracker and …

Motown Magic
2:30PM, Sunday, January 18, 2026
Jeff Reed,guest conductor
The Rewinders,band
Billy Duvall, Jr., Tyrone Dunn, Sandra Dye, Darla Day, Bhrett Puckett, John McCracken, Dave Allen, Adrian Heil, Kimmy Stofer, Webgb Hendrix, and Johnathan and Hannah Vanderpool

~ The Unforgettable Soundtrack of a Generation ~ Get ready to groove with the unforgettable sounds of Motown! This high-energy celebration, featuring guest conductor Jeff Reed, brings the golden age of soul music to vibrant, symphonic life with hits that defined a generation. From Stevie Wonder to The Supremes, The Temptations to Marvin Gaye—these are songs …

Inspired Voices
6:00PM, Saturday, February 7, 2026
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
UOP Students,actors
Brandon Leake,vocal and spoken word artist

~ From Shakespeare to Spoken Word ~ Experience the extraordinary marriage of words and music in an unforgettable evening of emotional power. This compelling combination of literary and musical genius begins with Shakespearean romance and haunting whale sounds. Then AGT winner Brandon Leake brings his electrifying spoken word artistry in an innovative fusion of Hip-hop and …

March Madness and More
2:30PM, Sunday, March 22, 2026
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor

~ The Sountrack of Victory ~ The thrill of victory meets the power of music in this action-packed concert featuring special guests from the Stockton Ports! From basketball’s March Madness to baseball classics, hear the iconic themes that accompany our favorite sports moments. Experience the adrenaline rush of the Monday Night Football theme, the triumphant Rocky soundtrack, …

Virtuosos & Visionaries
6:00PM, Saturday, April 11, 2026
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
Bethanne Walker,flute
Amy Ahn,harp

~ Hidden Gems & Beloved Masterworks ~ Discover musical treasures at Hutchins Street Square with flutist Bethanne Walker and harpist Amy Ahn. Their virtuosity shines in a program spanning Baroque brilliance to Romantic revelation. This journey through masterworks, both beloved and rediscovered, soothes the soul with pure musical elegance. PROGRAM Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 Mozart: Flute …

Grand Epic
6:00PM, Saturday, May 9, 2026
Peter Jaffe,music director and conductor
Terrance Wilson,piano

~ From Earth's Passions to the Stars Above ~ Embark on a musical odyssey from earthly passions to cosmic wonder. Experience a thrilling ride through temptation, then sublime artistry as pianist Terrence Wilson takes center stage. The journey culminates with Strauss’ Also Sprach Zarathustra—famous from 2001: A Space Odyssey—in a mind-expanding orchestral showcase. PROGRAM Saint-Saëns: Bacchanale from …

Share Your Light, Brighten the World

Your social investment can change the musical and artistic face of the community and impact the lives of children and adults alike.
Donate Today