Annapolis Symphony Orchestra’s Season 63 Artistic Program Opens This Month

The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO), a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, announced the launch of its 63rd season of producing an exciting series of Masterworks and Pops performances and a robust schedule of community concerts. Artistic director and conductor José-Luis Novo embarks on his 20th season with the orchestra by designing a distinct mix of classical and contemporary music, propelling the ASO to an unsurpassed level of artistic excellence.

“We are thrilled to unveil our Season 63 lineup, which promises to celebrate inclusivity, diversity and the enduring power of music to unite us,” Novo said. “As we embark on this journey, we invite our community to join us in honoring the Year of Civil Rights in Maryland while embracing the spirit of belonging that lies at the heart of our shared humanity.”

The Season 63 Masterworks series will captivate audiences with performances over five weekends from October through April. The program boasts a mix of classical and contemporary compositions, showcasing the timeless works of Beethoven, Mozart, Ravel, Bruckner, Shostakovich and others, alongside contemporary composers like Tania León, Adolphus Hailstork and Leonard Bernstein.

Notable guest artists will amaze and delight audiences, including pianist Brian Ganz, violinist Netanel Draiblate, hornist Alex Kovling, violinist Noah Bendix-Balgley and the string quartet Dalí Quartet.

Season 63 will also include the world premiere of a new composition by Dr. Roydon Tse, co-commissioned by the ASO and the Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music. This première represents maestro Novo’s and the ASO’s commitment to nurturing new talent.

The season will also feature Holiday Pops concerts at Maryland Hall and Severna Park High School and engaging school and family concerts at Maryland Hall.

Subscriptions offering discounts and individual tickets are available at www.annapolissymphony.org. Students can get $10 tickets by calling 410-263-0907. Discounts are also available for active duty and military service members, law enforcement and frontline workers. Tickets for Strathmore performances must be purchased on the Strathmore website.

SIDEBAR: SEASON 63 LINEUP

Masterworks I: Pasajes with Brian Ganz, pianist

October 4 and 5, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall

October 6, 3:00pm, Strathmore

Masterworks II: Connections with Alex Kovling, Horn

November 1 and 2, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall

Holiday Pops Concert

December 13, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall

December 14, 3:00pm, Severna Park High School

Masterworks III: Pictures at an Exhibition

Saint-Saëns Violin Concerto No. 3 with Netanel Draiblate

January 31 and February 1, 2025, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall

February 2, 2025, 3:00pm, Strathmore

Masterworks IV: Serenade

Bernstein Serenade with Noah Bendix-Balgley, violin

February 28 and March 1, 2025, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall

March 2, 2025, 3:00pm, Strathmore

Masterworks V: Fiesta

Ravel Daphnis et Chloé

World Première Co-commission by Roydon Tse with Dalí Quartet

April 4 and 5, 2025, 7:30pm, Maryland Hall