Jacksonville, Fla. (April 6, 2026) — The Jacksonville Symphony continues the 2025/26 Season with a variety of musical experiences in April and May. Movies, classical, pops, jazz, organ and more will take to Jacoby Symphony Hall this Spring. Explore the concerts below and view the rest of the season at JaxSymphony.org.
April 2026 Schedule
Puccini's Opera Tosca | April 10 at 7:30 p.m. and April 12 at 3:00 p.m. A thrilling pace, a deadly love triangle and determination in the face of evil: the perfect recipe for one of the most celebrated operas in history. Acclaimed Metropolitan Opera Stage Director Gregory Keller, Music Director Courtney Lewis and world-class vocalists transform Jacoby Symphony Hall for this powerful production of Tosca. Immerse yourself in Giacomo Puccini’s dramatic arias and soaring orchestral passages as they unfold in a visual and auditory masterpiece. Extraordinary musicianship and captivating 30-foot-tall projections elevate the emotions and grandeur of Puccini's masterpiece to new heights. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/tosca
Twist & Shout: The Music of The Beatles. A Symphonic Experience. | April 17 at 11:00 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. and April 18 at 7:30 p.m. Celebrate The Beatles’ groundbreaking journey, beginning with their unforgettable debut on the Ed Sullivan Show on February 9, 1964, and following their rise across the nation. Enjoy early chart-topping hits like “Love Me Do,” “I Want to Hold Your Hand,” “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “A Hard Day’s Night,” “Yellow Submarine,” “Help!” and many more! Featuring rare, unseen photos from the exclusive Beatles Photo Book Archives, this authentic concert project brings together The Beatles’ iconic music with a dynamic performance by the Jacksonville Symphony. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/twist-and-shout
Miles Davis at 100 | April 19 at 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the legendary Miles Davis as the Jacksonville Symphony honors his 100th birthday in an electrifying tribute. This performance also brings Davis’ groundbreaking sound to life with the rich, soulful tones of trumpet and saxophone. Experience the innovation, energy and cool sophistication that defined his music in an
afternoon filled with unforgettable jazz mastery. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/miles-davis-100
Beethoven’s Fifth | April 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. Courtney Lewis leads a program blending timeless classics with bold new sounds. Wagner’s grand Meistersinger Prelude sets the tone, followed by a highly anticipated world premiere from Anna Clyne called Woman of the Mountain. Ellington’s Celebration infuses jazz energy, leading to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 5, one of history’s most iconic and powerful works. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/beethovens-fifth
May 2026 Schedule
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™ in Concert | May 1 and 2 at 7:00 p.m. Learning on his 11th birthday that he is a wizard destined for greatness, Harry leaves for wizarding school for the first time in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone™. This concert presents the first movie of the unforgettable series while a live orchestra performs John Williams’ enchanting score. Join us for an evening of music and magic. All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/harry-potter-sorcerers-stone
Greg Zelek in Concert | May 7 at 6:30 p.m. Greg Zelek returns to the stage for a captivating solo recital that showcases the boundless range of the Bryan Concert Organ. Embark on a journey through diverse musical eras and experience Zelek’s innovative technique and expressive artistry firsthand. As the thrilling finale of the Concert Organ Series, this performance promises to leave a lasting impression! Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/greg-zelek-in-concert
Chicken-Fried Rock: Brooks, Shania, Chesney & McGraw | May 8 and 9 at 7:30 p.m. Country roots and rock energy collide in a concert celebrating the legendary music that defines American country rock. Chicken-Fried Rock brings you the hits of icons like Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw and more, all brought to life by star-studded guest vocalists and the Jacksonville Symphony. From ballads you know by heart to their signature anthems, this is the perfect way to kick back and celebrate the legends who made country rock an American classic. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/chicken-fried-rock
Beethoven’s Triple & Brahms | May 15 and 16 at 7:30 p.m. This concert features the expressive virtuosity of the Junction Trio: Pianist Conrad Tao, Violinist Stefan Jackiw and Cellist Jay Campbell. Tarik O’Regan’s Trances weaves intricate textures and rhythms, while Beethoven’s Triple Concerto blends elegance with dazzling interplay. Brahms’ Symphony No. 4 closes the evening with emotional depth and thrilling intensity. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/beethovens-triple
At the Ballet | May 21 at 6:30 p.m. and May 22 at 11:00 a.m. This concert features the expressive virtuosity of the Junction Trio: Pianist Conrad Tao, Violinist Stefan Jackiw and Cellist Jay Campbell. Tarik O’Regan’s Trances weaves intricate textures and rhythms, while Beethoven’s Triple Concerto blends elegance with dazzling interplay. Brahms’ Symphony No. 4 closes the evening with emotional depth and thrilling intensity. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/at-the-ballet-2026
The Music of Elton John Featuring Michael Cavanaugh | May 29 and 30 at 7:30 p.m. Michael Cavanaugh returns by popular demand for our Terry Family Foundation Pops season finale, delivering an electrifying tribute to the timeless music of Elton John. With his captivating command of the keys and powerhouse vocals, he breathes new life into beloved hits like “Tiny Dancer,” “Rocket Man,” “Bennie and the Jets” and “Candle in the Wind.” Joined by the Jacksonville Symphony, this intimate celebration promises a night of unforgettable music—a perfect curtain call to a season of pure Pops magic. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/music-of-elton-john
Season Finale Rachmaninoff''s Third | June 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m. The season finale features George Li in Rachmaninoff’s exhilarating Piano Concerto No. 3, one of the most intricate, demanding and passionate works in the repertoire. Carlos Simon’s Fate Now Conquers opens the evening with dramatic urgency, leading into Schoenberg’s Transfigured Night, a hauntingly beautiful journey from turmoil to resolution. Tickets: https://my.jaxsymphony.org/overview/rachmaninoffs-third
About the Jacksonville Symphony The Jacksonville Symphony is Northeast Florida’s leading nonprofit performing arts organization offering live performances at Jacoby Symphony Hall in the Jacksonville Center for the Performing Arts and other venues throughout the area. Led by President and CEO Steven Libman and Music Director Courtney Lewis, the Jacksonville Symphony reaches over 155,500 individuals through over 95 performances each season. In addition, the Symphony provides music instruction for youth and operates the Jacksonville Symphony Youth Orchestras. For more information about the Symphony, visit JaxSymphony.org.
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