Falletta Conducts Gershwin & Strauss

Maestro JoAnn Falletta and pianist Joyce Yang get jazzy with Gershwin’s Piano Concerto in F in this celebratory season opener.

Holland Center
Friday, Sep 25 | 7:30 PM
Saturday, Sep 26 | 7:30 PM
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Artists

JoAnn Falletta Principal Guest Conductor & Artistic Advisor More
Joyce Yang Piano More

Program Info

  • ADOLPHUS HAILSTORK: Fanfare on Amazing Grace

  • GERSHWIN: Piano Concerto in F

  • STRAUSS: Dance of the Seven Veils

  • STRAUSS: "Suite" from Rosenkavalier

Maestro JoAnn Falletta and GRAMMY©-nominated pianist Joyce Yang return to the Holland Center to open the 2026/27 season with Gershwin’s jazzy Piano Concerto in F. Written by one of America’s beloved composers during the golden age of Jazz, the large orchestrations amplify tunes you’ll be whistling as you leave the hall. The celebratory Fanfare on Amazing Grace and Strauss’ operatic melodies perfectly bookend this opening concert with energy and brilliance.

Pre-Concert Talks

Join us at 6:45 PM before the performance in the orchestra level lobby for a fun and captivating discussion of this concert's repertoire presented by Omaha Symphony musicians.

For the respect and consideration of all Omaha Symphony patrons, children under 5 years of age are prohibited from attending this performance.

After Hours

Friday's program features an after hours performance from guest artist Joyce Yang! Join us after Friday's concert in the orchestra-level lobby for a truly special performance.

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