Masterworks

The power and splendor of a symphony orchestra finds its fullest expression in performances of classical music by the masters. Virtuoso soloists and majestic choruses add to the excitement. Join us for pre-concert lectures at 6:45 p.m. that will guide you step-by-step through the evening’s program.

2025/26 Season

Masterworks
March 27 - March 28, 2026

Clara Schumann and Brahms

Devotion centers this powerful program featuring the Omaha Symphony debut of pianist Zee Zee on Clara Schumann’s exceptional Piano Concerto.
Masterworks
April 24 - April 25, 2026

Applied Underwriters Presents Beethoven’s Fifth & Bluebeard’s Castle

The Holland Center goes from darkness to light to darkness with Beethoven's Fifth and Bartók’s gripping Bluebeard’s Castle, presented in collaboration with Opera Omaha.
Masterworks
May 29 - May 30, 2026

Bahl Conducts Mahler’s “Titan”

Maestro Ankush Kumar Bahl returns to present Mahler’s epic Symphony No. 1, "The Titan," in a celebration of his tenure.
Masterworks
September 26 - September 27, 2025

Falletta Conducts Tchaikovsky’s Fifth

Kick off the season with a thrilling concert led by Principal Guest Conductor JoAnn Falletta, featuring a debut by pianist George Li and powerful works by Adams, Rachmaninoff, and Tchaikovsky.
Masterworks
October 31 - November 1, 2025

Sibelius’ First Symphony

It’s a romantic masterpiece showdown, featuring Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Violin Concerto and Sibelius’ adventurous First Symphony.
Masterworks
January 16 - January 17, 2026

Debussy & Prokofiev

Color, energy and innovation take center stage in this program conducted and performed by brothers Joseph and Robert Young – including a concerto in homage to legendary jazz saxophonist John Coltrane.
Masterworks
February 20 - February 21, 2026

Stravinsky’s Firebird

It’s an evening in and out of the opera pit with imaginative works by Johann Strauss II, Montgomery, and Stravinsky, and Francisco Fullana’s Omaha debut on Barber’s renowned Violin Concerto.

2026/27 Season

Masterworks
September 25 - September 26, 2026

Falletta Conducts Gershwin & Strauss

Maestro Falletta and pianist Joyce Yang open the 26/27 season with Gershwin’s glorious Piano Concerto in F.
Masterworks
October 30 - October 31, 2026

Dvořák's Seventh

Conductor Anna Rakitina makes her Omaha Symphony debut with Dvorak’s exuberant Symphony No. 7, taking us all on an epic adventure.
Masterworks
January 15 - January 16, 2027

Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances

The thunder of percussion propels this program from the dance clubs of Mexico, through the smoky haze of Spanish nightlife, to Rachmaninoff’s frenzied Symphonic Dances.
Masterworks
February 26 - February 27, 2027

Mahler’s Fourth

Soprano Laquita Mitchell shines in both Mozart and Mahler, showcasing her opulent tone in two very different roles.
Masterworks
April 2 - April 3, 2027

Susanna Perry Gilmore Plays Mozart

Concertmaster Susanna Perry Gilmore shines in Mozart’s very first violin concerto, written in his teens.