Utah Symphony Presents
The Music of Billy Joel
DATES and TIMES:
Friday, Apr. 16, 2027 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, Apr. 17, 2027 | 7:30 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Stuart Chafetz, conductor
Tony DeSare, vocals & piano
Utah Symphony
“You May Be Right”… this just might be the concert you’re looking for. Dress up and make a night of it as you enjoy Billy Joel’s iconic songs with a symphonic flair at Maurice Abravanel Hall. Experience pure entertainment as the Utah Symphony performs beloved hits like “Piano Man,” “Vienna,” “New York State of Mind,” “Movin’ Out,” and more with Tony DeSare’s signature vocals and robust piano style.
Whether you’re a Billy Joel fan, a symphony regular, or simply love a great night of music, this concert brings the Piano Man’s timeless songs to life with fresh energy and harmonies like you’ve never heard them before—in full orchestral splendor.
Please note: Billy Joel does not appear on this program.
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds.
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66th Annual Salute to Youth
DATES and TIMES:
Wednesday, November 18, 2026 | 5:30 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Salute to Youth returns for its 66th year, making it one of the Utah Symphony's longest-running traditions. Each season, a select group of young Utah musicians earn a spot through a competitive audition and perform as soloists alongside the Utah Symphony, joining the hundreds who've taken this stage since 1960. Come hear the soloists you'll want to say you saw first.
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility/.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines/.
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The Lord of the Rings:
The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert
DATES and TIMES:
Thursday, May 20, 2027 | 7:00 PM
Friday, May 21, 2027 | 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 22, 2027 | 7:00 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
You asked; we listened. The Fellowship of the Ring in Concert is (finally!) coming to Maurice Abravanel Hall.
When the young hobbit Frodo Baggins inherits the powerful One Ring, he must embark on a dangerous quest across Middle-earth to destroy it in the fires of Mount Doom—before the Dark Lord Sauron can reclaim it. Joined by a courageous Fellowship of hobbits, men, a wizard, a dwarf, and an elf, Frodo’s journey becomes a battle against overwhelming darkness and the corrupting power of the Ring itself.
The epic adventure unfolds on the big screen while the Utah Symphony performs Howard Shore’s Academy Award–winning score live. Grab your precious tickets before they slip away!
Arrive early to grab a glass of wine in the lobby and test your knowledge at our movie trivia!
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds.
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Joshua Bell Plays Beethoven
DATES and TIMES:
Wednesday, March 17, 2027 | 7:00 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Earl Lee, conductor
Joshua Bell, violin
Utah Symphony
BEETHOVEN: Symphony No. 2
BETHOVEN: Violin Concerto
In one of the most anticipated programs of the season, GRAMMY®-winning violinist Joshua Bell returns to perform with the Utah Symphony in a night of Beethoven. Known for his expressive playing and magnetic performances that captivate audiences around the world, Bell and his Stradivarius take center stage in Beethoven’s Violin Concerto, a work of sweeping lyricism and dazzling virtuosity.
Winner of the Sir Georg Solti Conducting Award, conductor Earl Lee makes his Utah Symphony debut leading Beethoven’s joyful Symphony No. 2. Written as Beethoven was confronting the first signs of his hearing loss, the symphony is filled with wit, energy, and his determination to keep his gift alive. More than two centuries later, its radiant melodies and playful surprises promise an exhilarating start to this special evening at the symphony.
An iconic composer. A superstar violinist. A night you can’t miss!
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
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LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
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Video Games Live
DATES and TIMES:
Saturday, January 2, 2027 | 7:30 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Tommy Tallarico, special guest
Utah Symphony
Dive into an explosive multimedia experience featuring an extravaganza of video game music! Blending live orchestral performance, synchronized video footage, and lighting effects, this high-energy concert showcases your favorite moments from Halo, Skyrim, Final Fantasy, and more iconic gaming universes.
This all-new show is “leveled up” especially for Utah audiences, featuring music from Harry Potter: Hogwarts Legacy (created right here in the Beehive State), as well as pieces by local composers featured in Blizzard Overwatch, The Lord of the Rings, Avatar, and more. Get ready to experience a whole new dimension of gaming!
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
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LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
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A Cody Fry Christmas
DATES and TIMES:
Wednesday, December 16, 2026 | 7:00 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Cody Fry, vocalist
Utah Symphony
Nothing beats the holidays with the Utah Symphony—and this year we have something extra special. Back by popular demand after his standout Deer Valley® Music Festival performance, GRAMMY®-nominated singer-songwriter Cody Fry returns for a festive concert at Maurice Abravanel Hall.
Joined by conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez, Fry brings his signature blend of pop, crooner-style vocals, and distinctive orchestral arrangements to beloved Christmas classics and some of his biggest hits, including “I Hear a Symphony,” which has captivated millions on TikTok and Spotify. Cody's performance blends Sinatra-esque jazz with orchestral and pop influences along with live projections and playful audience moments—a magical addition to your holiday calendar.
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds.
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The Holiday in Concert
DATES and TIMES:
Saturday, December 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Starring Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, and Jack Black, The Holiday follows two women on opposite sides of the world who impulsively swap homes for Christmas. In their homes-away-from-home for the holidays, both find the last thing they expect: a new romance. It’s the ultimate festive outing, with your favorite holiday rom-com on the big screen as the Utah Symphony performs Academy Award®–winning composer Hans Zimmer’s charming score live.
Gather your friends and loved ones and make memories with this night of laughter, romance, and music that feels just right for the season.
Arrive early to grab a glass of wine in the lobby and test your knowledge at our movie trivia!
A Senbla Presentation.
Cameron Diaz, Kate Winslet, Jude Law, Jack Black
The Holiday
Columbia Pictures and Universal Pictures Present In Association with Relativity Media a Waverly Films Production.
A Film by Nancy Myers “The Holiday” Eli Wallach, Edward Burns, Rufus Sewell. Music by Hans Zimmer. Costume by Marlene Stewart. Edited by Joe Hutshing Ace. Production Designer by Jon Hutman. Director of Photography Dean Cundey asc. Executive Producer Suzanne Farwell. Produced by Bruce A.Block. Written, Produced by and Directed by Nancy Meyers.
Distributed by through Sony Pictures Releasing.
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
Artists and programs are subject to change. No refunds.
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Messiah Sing-In
DATES and TIMES:
Saturday, November 28, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Sunday, November 29, 2026 | 7:30 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Austin McWilliams, conductor and chorus director
Hyein Hong, soprano
Isabelle Kosempa, mezzo-soprano
Colin Miller, tenor
J. Andrew Garratt Jr., baritone
Utah Symphony Chorus
Utah Symphony
The Messiah Sing-In—one of our most cherished holiday traditions—returns for another year of inspiring music and community celebration. Experience the majesty of Handel’s Messiah as an audience of passionate music lovers (like you!) joins together with the orchestra, chorus, and vocal soloists to perform this timeless masterpiece. Everyone is invited to rejoice in singing the exhilarating “Hallelujah” chorus and more over Thanksgiving weekend.
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
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Rick Steves: A Symphonic Journey
DATES and TIMES:
Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 7:30 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Rick Steves, special guest
Utah Symphony
America's leading authority on European travel teams up with the Utah Symphony for a sonic and visual journey celebrating music's power to transport you! Rick Steves plays tour guide from the U.S. to Europe, drawing on video montages and his extensive knowledge of history and culture to help set the context for each piece. Our orchestra performs a selection of stirring 19th-century anthems by Romantic-era composers, including Grieg, Smetana, Strauss, Berlioz, Elgar, Wagner, and Verdi, each honoring a particular nationality. The final work on the evening’s travel itinerary is none other than Beethoven's "Ode to Joy," Europe's official anthem and a reflection of its motto—"United in Diversity."
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
GENERAL AGE GUIDELINE: Individuals ages five and older are welcome at this performance. Parents should ensure their children are able to sit quietly through the performance without disturbing others around them. No babes in arms will be admitted.
LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
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Celebración Sinfonica
DATES and TIMES:
Monday, September 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM
VENUE:
Maurice Abravanel Hall
123 W. South Temple
Salt Lake City, UT. 84101
SYNOPSIS:
Enrico Lopez-Yañez, conductor
Mónica Ábrego, soprano
Ballet Las Americas de Utah
Utah Symphony
Celebrate the rich rhythms and vibrant traditions of classical and popular Latin American music during Hispanic Heritage Month! Continuing a beloved fall festival tradition that just keeps getting better, conductor Enrico Lopez-Yañez leads the Utah Symphony in a celebration of the culture, dance, and sounds of Latin America, featuring the radiant voice of soprano Mónica Ábrego and the dynamic dancers of Ballet Las Americas de Utah (in extravagant costumes you have to see to believe).
Join us on the plaza at Abravanel Hall before the concert for our annual festivities with local vendors, delicious food, and additional live performances.
Season Ticket Packages & Group Tickets On Sale: March 25, 2026
Single-Performance Tickets On-Sale: August 3, 2026
ACCESSIBILITY: We are committed to making our performances and venues accessible to all of our patrons. More information can be found at https://usuo.org/accessibility.
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LATE SEATING POLICY: Late seating will be at an appropriate break in the concert, to be determined at a later date, or at intermission. More information on our late and re-entry policies is available at https://usuo.org/guidelines.
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Utah Symphony Celebración Sinfonica
- 123 West South Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84101
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Friday, April 16, 2027 - Saturday, April 17, 2027
- Starts at 07:30 pm
- 801-355-2787
- Genre: Symphony
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