Alsop Conducts Adams, Copland & Marsalis

June 4-6, 2026
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Overview

America 250Jazz, blues and orchestral sounds converge in a rousing celebration of the American story. The CSO joins forces with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra for Liberty (Symphony No. 5), jazz legend Wynton Marsalis’ latest symphonic work. The program opens with a new work by American icon John Adams and Copland’s Appalachian Spring, which celebrates the American pioneer spirit and famously quotes the Shaker hymn Simple Gifts.

  • Venue
    Symphony Center
  • Price
    $49.00+ (incl. fees)
  • Length
    2 hours
  • Preconcert Conversation
    Johann Buis
Schedule
Program
John Adams

The Rock You Stand On [CSO Co-commission]

Copland

Suite from Appalachian Spring

Marsalis

Liberty (Symphony No. 5) [CSO Co-commission]

Extras

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Preconcert Dining

Enhance your concert experience by dining at the Thomas Club, offering a prix fixe menu featuring traditional American fare for a seamless preconcert dining experience. Reservations | Learn more and view the menu


Preconcert Conversation

Explore the music in a free preconcert conversation featuring Johann Buis in Orchestra Hall 75 minutes before the performance. The talk will last approximately 30 minutes. No additional tickets are needed.