Kentucky Center for the Arts at 11AM

Treat yourself to Friday morning concerts, coffee and conversation! Enjoy a free cup of coffee, concentrated programs, and a pre-concert talk with special guests. 

Lasting Legacies Fri, October 13, 2023
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Jeffrey Kahane, piano
Compositions with family ties take the Whitney stage, beginning with pre-existing works from the second generation of our Creators Corps family. Gabriel Kahane, well known for blurring the lines between rock and classical, has written a beautifully personal piano concerto for his father, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Kahane. The piece, called Heirloom, will be performed with the LO by the senior Kahane.

(Un)Silent Film: Nosferatu & A Symphony of Horror Fri, October 27, 2023
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Longtime collaborator with the LO, composer Sebastian Chang, will debut a chilling new film score for the iconic horror flick, Nosferatu. Join us for a truly horrific and unique musical evening!

Bolero & Friends Fri, November 17, 2023
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Andrea Levine, clarinet
The concert begins with one of Richard Strauss’s uplifting tone poems based on the German trickster, Till Eulenspeigel. The John Corigliano’s Clarinet Concerto will be performed by our very own principal clarinetist, Andrea Levine. Followed by a spectacular performance of Debussy’s Ibéria. And our grand finale? Always a crowd-pleaser: the sensuous Bolero by Maurice Ravel.

Mahler 6 Fri, April 26, 2024
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Teddy Abrams leads the LO in a performance of Mahler’s emotionally charged and passionate Symphony No. 6.

Creators Fest Fri, May 10, 2024
Teddy Abrams, conductor
The musical finale of the second year of one of the most important and innovative orchestral residential programs culminates this weekend in May. Under the baton of Teddy Abrams, the LO will present commissioned pieces from our 23-24 Creators Corps Composers, Alex Berko, Nkeiru Okoye, and Tanner Porter.

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Lasting Legacies Sat, October 14, 2023
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Jeffrey Kahane, piano
Compositions with family ties take the Whitney stage, beginning with pre-existing works from the second generation of our Creators Corps family. Gabriel Kahane, well known for blurring the lines between rock and classical, has written a beautifully personal piano concerto for his father, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Kahane. The piece, called Heirloom, will be performed with the LO by the senior Kahane.

Together in Song Sat, January 13, 2024
Teddy Abrams, conductor
St. Stephen Temple Choir
Join us as we explore the music of praise and faith with a selection o works by Jewish composers and gospel arrangements performed by the St. Stephen Temple Choir!

Mozart Requiem Sat, March 23, 2024
Eric Whitacre, conductor
Kent Hatteberg, choir director
Louisville Chamber Choir
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Lux Aurumque, be moved by a soul-stirring cello performance in The River Cam, and experience the emotive power of The Sacred Veil selections. After an intermission, brace yourself for the timeless magnificence of Mozart’s Requiem in D minor, K. 626, performed with precision and grandeur.

Mahler 6 Sat, April 27, 2024
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Teddy Abrams leads the LO in a performance of Mahler’s emotionally charged and passionate Symphony No. 6.

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(Un)Silent Film: Nosferatu & A Symphony of Horror Sat, October 28, 2023
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Longtime collaborator with the LO, composer Sebastian Chang, will debut a chilling new film score for the iconic horror flick, Nosferatu. Join us for a truly horrific and unique musical evening!

Bolero & Friends Sat, November 18, 2023
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Andrea Levine, clarinet
The concert begins with one of Richard Strauss’s uplifting tone poems based on the German trickster, Till Eulenspeigel. The John Corigliano’s Clarinet Concerto will be performed by our very own principal clarinetist, Andrea Levine. Followed by a spectacular performance of Debussy’s Ibéria. And our grand finale? Always a crowd-pleaser: the sensuous Bolero by Maurice Ravel.

Mozart Requiem Sat, March 23, 2024
Eric Whitacre, conductor
Kent Hatteberg, choir director
Louisville Chamber Choir
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Lux Aurumque, be moved by a soul-stirring cello performance in The River Cam, and experience the emotive power of The Sacred Veil selections. After an intermission, brace yourself for the timeless magnificence of Mozart’s Requiem in D minor, K. 626, performed with precision and grandeur.

Creators Fest Sat, May 11, 2024
Teddy Abrams, conductor
The musical finale of the second year of one of the most important and innovative orchestral residential programs culminates this weekend in May. Under the baton of Teddy Abrams, the LO will present commissioned pieces from our 23-24 Creators Corps Composers, Alex Berko, Nkeiru Okoye, and Tanner Porter.

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Lasting Legacies Fri, October 13, 2023
Teddy Abrams, conductor
Jeffrey Kahane, piano
Compositions with family ties take the Whitney stage, beginning with pre-existing works from the second generation of our Creators Corps family. Gabriel Kahane, well known for blurring the lines between rock and classical, has written a beautifully personal piano concerto for his father, acclaimed pianist Jeffrey Kahane. The piece, called Heirloom, will be performed with the LO by the senior Kahane.

Bolero & Friends Fri, November 17, 2023
JoAnn Falletta, conductor
Andrea Levine, clarinet
The concert begins with one of Richard Strauss’s uplifting tone poems based on the German trickster, Till Eulenspeigel. The John Corigliano’s Clarinet Concerto will be performed by our very own principal clarinetist, Andrea Levine. Followed by a spectacular performance of Debussy’s Ibéria. And our grand finale? Always a crowd-pleaser: the sensuous Bolero by Maurice Ravel.

Handel's Messiah Fri, December 1, 2023
Kent Hatteberg, conductor
Louisville Chamber Choir
Handel’s Messiah has become a tradition of the season. Performed with soloists and the professional Louisville Chamber Choir, this concert features the “Hallelujah” chorus and selections from this beloved oratorio.

Mozart Requiem Fri, March 22, 2024
Eric Whitacre, conductor
Kent Hatteberg, choir director
Louisville Chamber Choir
Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Lux Aurumque, be moved by a soul-stirring cello performance in The River Cam, and experience the emotive power of The Sacred Veil selections. After an intermission, brace yourself for the timeless magnificence of Mozart’s Requiem in D minor, K. 626, performed with precision and grandeur.

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Fright Night Sat, October 21, 2023
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Bob Bernhardt and the LO perform all your favorite Halloween hits for one frightful night. Another concert in our Spooktacular Package.

Holiday Pops Sat, November 25, 2023
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Shayna Steele, vocalist
Yuletide Joy abounds when Santa, Bob Bernhardt, and the LO join forces with the incredible vocal talent of Shayna Steele for all your holiday favorites.

Queens of Soul Fri, January 19, 2024
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
An evening featuring hits made famous by the reigning divas of Soul and R&B: Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Patti LaBelle, Whitney Houston, Jennifer Hudson, Alicia Keys, Adele, and more!

March Music Madness Sat, March 16, 2024
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Bob Bernhardt and the LO bring you March Madness of a musical kind with a program of iconic sports themed hits.

Mariachi Fiesta Sat, April 6, 2024
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Mariachi Cobre
The LO Pops and Bob Bernhardt conclude the Pops Season by taking us South of the Border. Considered the gold standard in mariachi music, Mariachi Cobre has thrilled audiences all over the world for generations and has become one of the most internationally celebrated ensembles in Mexican music history. Mariachi Cobre will create a fiesta like you have never experienced before!

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Old Forester's Paristown Hall 11AM

Incredible Concert Experiences the whole family will love! Buy both Family and Film series at a special rate!

Composing a Story Sat, October 7, 2023
Kyle Dickson, conductor
While having fun explore the different elements of storytelling, audience members will learn key elements for creating music.

Constructing an Orchestra Sat, February 3, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
Get up close with each instrument family to learn about it’s characteristics and build your very own instrument to take home.

Whitney Hall 11AM

Santa's Symphony Spectacular Sat, November 25, 2023
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Vocalist: Shayna Steele
Join your Louisville Orchestra for family-friendly holiday fun! This concert will be filled with all the nostalgic songs of the season and plenty of festive activities for the kids including Christmas crafts and a meet-and-greet with Santa. It’s a holiday tradition for all!

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Kentucky Center for the Arts at 7PM

Incredible Concert Experiences the whole family will love! Buy both Family and Film series at a special rate!

The Nightmare Before Christmas Wed, October 18, 2023
Jason Seber, conductor
See one of Tim Burton’s most celebrated films like never before projected in its entirety on the big screen accompanied by a dark and charming live musical score.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Wed, January 17, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
The Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series returns to the Kentucky Center with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert, the sixth film in the Harry Potter series.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Sat, February 17, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
The LO will present Star Wars: The Force Awakens In Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with a musical score performed live to the film.

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New To The 2023 - 2024 Season: Family + Film Series

Film and Family Incredible Concert Experiences the whole family will love! Buy both Family and Film series at a special rate!

Family Series

Old Forester's Paristown Hall 11AM

Composing a Story Sat, October 7, 2023
Jason Seber, conductor
While having fun explore the different elements of storytelling, audience members will learn key elements for creating music.

Constructing an Orchestra Sat, February 3, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
Get up close with each instrument family to learn about it’s characteristics and build your very own instrument to take home.

Whitney Hall 11AM

Santa's Symphony Spectacular Sat, November 25, 2023
Bob Bernhardt, conductor
Shayna Steele, vocalist
Join your Louisville Orchestra for family-friendly holiday fun! This concert will be filled with all the nostalgic songs of the season and plenty of festive activities for the kids including Christmas crafts and a meet-and-greet with Santa. It’s a holiday tradition for all!

Film Series

Kentucky Center for the Arts at 7PM

The Nightmare Before Christmas Wed, October 18, 2023
Jason Seber, conductor
See one of Tim Burton’s most celebrated films like never before projected in its entirety on the big screen accompanied by a dark and charming live musical score.

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Wed, January 17, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
The Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series returns to the Kentucky Center with Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince™ in Concert, the sixth film in the Harry Potter series.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens Sat, February 17, 2024
Jason Seber, conductor
The LO will present Star Wars: The Force Awakens In Concert featuring a screening of the complete film with a musical score performed live to the film.

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