Tickets will be available for online purchase July 21, 2026
Myths & Legends
Join the Parker Symphony Orchestra at the PACE Center on October 9, 2026 for Myths and Legends, an evening of dramatic orchestral music inspired by folklore, fantasy, and storytelling.
Epic tales and vivid storytelling come to life in this thrilling program. Gioachino Rossini’s electrifying William Tell Overture, Camille Saint-Saëns’ haunting Danse Macabre, and Franz Liszt’s sweeping Les Préludes set the stage for the evening’s grand finale: Modest Mussorgsky’s spectacular Pictures at an Exhibition, heard in Maurice Ravel’s brilliant orchestration.
Filled with drama, imagination, and unforgettable melodies, Myths and Legends promises an inspiring evening of symphonic storytelling for audiences of all ages.
When
Friday, October 9, 2026 – 7:30 PM
Program
William Tell Overture – G. Rossini
Danse Macabre – C. Saint-Saens
Les Preludes – F. Liszt
Pictures at an Exhibition – M. Mussorgsky
A Classic Parker Holiday
Parker Symphony Orchestra & Parker Chorale
The Parker Chorale and Parker Symphony Orchestra return to the PACE Center mainstage with the beloved holiday tradition, A Classic Parker Holiday, on December 5 & 6, 2026.
Celebrate the season as these two community favorites join together for an unforgettable performance featuring traditional carols, familiar holiday favorites, and a few musical surprises. Filled with warmth, joy, and festive spirit, this cherished annual concert is the perfect way to welcome the holidays.
When
Saturday, December 5, 2026 – 2:00 PM
Saturday, December 5, 2026 – 7:00 PM
Sunday, December 6, 2026 – 2:00 PM
Program
Sweet Suites
Join the Parker Symphony Orchestra at the PACE Center on February 19, 2027 for Sweet Suites, an enchanting evening filled with lively orchestral favorites, colorful musical storytelling, and dazzling performances.
A delightful evening of colorful musical suites and audience favorites. Franz von Suppé’s lively Light Cavalry Overture, selections from Georges Bizet’s beloved Carmen Suite No. 1, and Paul Hindemith’s charming Suite of French Dances lead to Igor Stravinsky’s magical Firebird Suite (1919). The concert also features a special performance by the Parker Symphony Orchestra’s concerto competition winner.
Filled with memorable melodies, vibrant orchestration, and audience favorites, Sweet Suites promises a captivating evening of symphonic music for all to enjoy.
When
Friday, February 19, 2027 – 7:30 PM
Program
Light Cavalry Overture – F. von Suppe
Carmen Suite #1 – G. Bizet
Suite of French Dances – P. Hindemith
Firebird Suite (1919) – I. Stravinsky
Carmina Burana
Parker Symphony Orchestra & Parker Chorale
Join the Parker Symphony Orchestra and Parker Chorale at the PACE Center on April 17, 2027 for an unforgettable performance of Carl Orff’s monumental masterpiece, Carmina Burana.
Experience the power of Carmina Burana as the Parker Symphony Orchestra and Parker Chorale join forces for this monumental work. With soaring voices, bold orchestration, and unforgettable moments like “O Fortuna,” this dramatic performance delivers a breathtaking celebration of music, rhythm, and human expression.
Powerful, passionate, and emotionally charged, Carmina Burana promises a spectacular concert experience that will leave audiences inspired and awestruck.
When
Saturday, April 17, 2027 – 7:30 PM
Program
Carmina Burana – C. Orff
Season Finale
featuring Katie Mahan
Celebrate the grand finale of the Parker Symphony Orchestra’s season at the PACE Center on May 21, 2027 with an evening of dazzling orchestral favorites and extraordinary musicianship.
A vibrant celebration of musical color and symphonic brilliance. Gioachino Rossini’s sparkling Semiramide Overture, William Grant Still’s lyrical Serenade, Sergei Prokofiev’s spirited March, and a thrilling selection from Video Games Live lead to the evening’s centerpiece: Ludwig van Beethoven’s luminous Piano Concerto No. 4, performed by internationally acclaimed pianist Katie Mahan.
Dynamic, uplifting, and filled with unforgettable performances, this season finale is the perfect conclusion to an extraordinary year of music.
When
Friday, May 21, 2027 – 7:30 PM
Program
Semiramide Overture – G. Rossini
Serenade – W.G. Still
Video Games Live – R. Ford, arr.
March, Op. 99 – S. Prokofiev
Piano Concerto No. 4 – L. van Beethoven – featuring Katie Mahan, Piano