2026-27
The 79th Season of the Quincy Symphony Orchestra Association
I. UNTOLD STORIES
Symphony Orchestra
Sun. Oct. 4, 2026 2:30 p.m.
QJHS Morrison Theater
Elgar – Enigma Variations
Shostakovich – Festive Overture (People's Choice Selection)
Barber – Knoxville: Summer of 1915
featuring Melissa Citro, Soprano
II. AMERICA 250: A MUSICAL JOURNEY
Symphony Chorus
Sat. Nov. 7, 2026 2:30 p.m.
Salem Church
Join us as we commemorate America's 250th anniversary with music that reflects our nation's enduring spirit. Through songs from different periods of American history, we'll celebrate the courage, hope, sacrifice, and resilience that continue to define the American story.
III. CHRISTMAS MAGIC
Symphony Orchestra, Chorus & Youth Chorus
Sat. Dec. 5, 2026 2:30 p.m.
QJHS Morrison Theater
Battle for the Baton Winner
Messiah Choruses
Harry Potter Holidays
The Night Before Christmas
Festive Holiday Sing-along
Visit Santa at 1:30 p.m.
Please bring non-perishable food items to stock local pantries.
IV. NORTHERN FANTASY
Symphony Orchestra
Sat., Feb. 6, 2027 2:30 p.m.
QJHS Morrison Theater
Liquify / Icelandic Waters Science & Symphony Film
Sibelius – Finlandia & Symphony No. 2
Quincy Area Youth Orchestra
Young Artist Competition Winner(s)
V. ELEMENTS IN SONG
Symphony Chorus
Sat. March 13, 2027 7:30 p.m.
Salem Church
Elements invites audiences to discover the wonder of the natural world through music. Inspired by Earth, Water, Fire, and Air, this imaginative program explores the forces that shape our planet—and ourselves—in an evening of captivating choral music.
VI. COMPOSE YOURSELF
Symphony Orchestra Young Peoples Concerts
Fri., March 12, 2027 11:15 a.m.
Baldwin School
VII. GRAND EXHIBITION
Symphony Orchestra & Choruses
Sunday, April 18, 2027 2:30 p.m.
QJHS Morrison Theater
Moussorgsky/Ravel – Pictures at an Exhibition
Strauss – Festival Music
Michelle Isaac - Newly commissioned work
Hummel - Concerto for Trumpet
featuring Chris Haas, trumpet
