Community Calendar

“Adventurous and passionate” (The New Yorker) Ukrainian-born pianist Inna Faliks has established
herself as one of the most communicative and poetic artists of her generation. She is renowned
internationally for her commanding performances in standard piano repertoire, as well as genrebending projects, and work with contemporary composers.

Her distinguished career has brought thousands of concerts throughout the world, including major symphony orchestras. She also appears internationally on radio and television.

Ms. Faliks presents “Polonaise-Fantaisie, Story of a Pianist” as part of the Friday Night Out concert series at Grace Lutheran Church. This program is a fascinating, engaging autobiographical recital, which has been performed in New York’s Symphony Space, the Accademia Musicale Chigiana in Italy and for her London debut at JW3 Arts Centre.

MARLENE URBAY GUEST CONDUCTOR

Experience the rich musical traditions of Spain and Latin America in a program bursting with passion, rhythm, and cultural vibrancy. From the fiery fandango of Spain to the lively merengue of Santo Domingo, each piece brings a unique flavor. Feel the pulse of Brazil’s sambas, the romance of Argentina’s tango, and the joyous spirit of Mexico’s Huapango and Danzón No. 2. With dazzling melodies and infectious rhythms, this concert is a thrilling celebration of Latin American heritage, musical brilliance, and dance!

Celebrate the Yakima Diocese's 75th Anniversary with an evening of beautiful music performed by the Glass House String Quartet and pianist Michael Kim. The Glass House String Quartet — violinists Allion Salvador and Vanessa Moss, violist Gerald Liu, and cellist Lauren McShane — are four longtime friends and collaborators with a decade of music-making across the Pacific Northwest. The first half of the program features the quartet performing beloved classics including Bach's Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, Pachelbel's Canon in D, and Haydn's String Quartet Op. 64 No. 5. After intermission, pianist Michael Kim joins the ensemble for a moving selection of sacred and inspirational pieces, including Amazing Grace, Nearer, My God, to Thee, and new works by contemporary composers. Don't miss this special milestone celebration bringing together faith, community, and the joy of live chamber music.

Under the baton of Dr. Charles Encell, the HCO presents:

Coriolan Overture - L. van Beethoven
Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major - W. A. Mozart
- Martin Farnham (soloist)
Symphony No. 1 - J. Brahms

Admission by donation.

Under the baton of Dr. Charles Encell, the HCO presents:

Coriolan Overture - L. van Beethoven
Piano Concerto No. 21 in C Major - W. A. Mozart
- Martin Farnham (soloist)
Symphony No. 1 - J. Brahms

Admission by donation.

LAWRENCE GOLAN CONDUCTOR

YAKIMA SYMPHONY CHORUS | STEVEN S. SLUSHER CHORUSMASTER

MOLLY HOLLERAN SOPRANO

KARL E. HEDLUND TENOR

JEREMY IRLAND BARITONE

STRAUSS JR. Wine, Women, and Song
ORFF Carmina Burana

Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana is one of the most electrifying and recognizable choral works of the 20th century. This powerful oratorio, featuring orchestra, chorus, and vocal soloists, is a raw and dramatic celebration of fate, fortune, and earthly pleasures.

Unlike many traditional oratorios rooted in sacred themes, Carmina Burana is entirely secular, based on medieval poems about love, revelry, and the unpredictability of life. To complement the evening’s theme, the program also includes Johann Strauss Jr’s Wine, Women, and Song, a lively waltz that echoes the spirit of Orff’s masterpiece.

With Songs of Solace, we give voice to words of comfort set to the sublime music of Bach, Brahms, Boulanger, and Bruckner, featuring the Whatcom Chorale Sinfonia wind ensemble. The motet “O Jesu Christ, mein’s Lebens Licht” and Brahms’s “Begräbnisgesang” (“Song of Interment”) offer solace to those who grieve. Boulanger’s setting of Psaume 24, “The earth is the Lord’s,” is a stirring fanfare. Bruckner’s deeply spiritual Mass in E minor features extensive a cappella passages and eight-part harmonies.

Skagit Symphony: The Great British Music Show
7:30pm Saturday, May 16, 2026
McIntyre Hall, Mount Vernon

Skagit Symphony is baking up a delicious finish to our Cult Classical season. Prove you’ll rise to the occasion by kneading to hear Holst’s The Planets with special guest Vox Pacifica! Soprano Renee Rybolt illuminates McIntyre Hall with Herbert Howell’s idyllic In Green Ways.
For more information visit https://www.skagitsymphony.com/the-great-british-music-show
Email the symphony office at [email protected] or call 360-848-9336

For tickets, visit https://purchase.mcintyrehall.org/EventAvailability?EventId=12001
Or call the box office at 360-416-7727