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Elias Miller, conductor Guster meets the Columbus Symphony! Witness three decades of indie-rock hits including “Satellite” and “Amsterdam” reimagined for a full orchestra. Experience this one-of-a-kind collaboration where bright melodies and clever songwriting meet world-class symphonic power. Founded in Somerville, Massachusetts, Guster has made a career of creating enduring songs like "Amsterdam,” "Satellite,” and "Do... Read more »

Stuart Chafetz, conductor Jonah Bobo, vocalist George Cintron, guitar Dan Clemens, bass Adam Michaelson, keyboards Powell Randolph, drums A heartfelt tribute to one of America's most enduring rock icons, this program celebrates the music of Tom Petty with symphonic arrangements of classics like "Free Fallin’" and “American Girl.” It's an evening of nostalgia, storytelling, and... Read more »

Stuart Chafetz, conductor Grammy Award-winning performing artist, producer and composer Wyclef Jean returns after debuting with the Columbus Symphony in 2018! Wyclef’s music, both as a solo superstar and as founder and guiding member of the Fugees, has been a powerful pop cultural force for over two decades. With a wealth of musical influences from... Read more »

Stuart Chafetz, conductor Ledisi, vocalist Ledisi’s love for classic songs and legendary singers knows no bounds. The Grammy-winning vocalist celebrated the catalog of Nina Simone at the Hollywood Bowl in 2021, and now, on her new album For Dinah, the powerhouse pays tribute to Dinah Washington. Raised in Alabama, Washington sang the blues and jazz... Read more »

Stuart Chafetz, Conductor Justin Sargent, Vocalist Everyone will recognize the enormous hits in this production of one of the top selling rock groups of all time! A full rock band and lead singer Justin Sargent fronts this high-energy show, nailing the difficult vocals with ease. It’s a full night of Journey’s hits you don't want... Read more »

Elias Miller, Conductor Katelyn Drye, Vocalist Hollie Hammel, Vocalist Blair Lamb, Vocalist Dolly Parton’s Threads: My Songs in Symphony is an innovative multimedia experience featuring Dolly on screen, leading audiences in a visual musical journey of her songs, her life, and her stories. Accompanied by guest vocalist and musicians hand-picked by Dolly herself, audiences will... Read more »

Elias Miller, Conductor Tower of Power For 57 years, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music with hits like “You’re Still A Young Man,” “Down to The Nightclub,” “So Very Hard to Go,” and “What Is Hip?” They join the Columbus Symphony for a night that will have you on... Read more »