Sat, Apr 25, 2026 | 7:30 pm

 

SOUNDS OF AMERICA

Daniel McDavitt | A Song of Joys
Randall Thompson | “Choose Something Like a Star” from Frostiana
Jake Runestad
| Climb
Bernstein | West Side Story Selections
Copland | Symphony No. 3

 

Like the February 21 concert, the ECSO’s season closer will look ahead to the nation’s 250th anniversary in 2026. The Eastern Connecticut Symphony Orchestra concludes its season with a stirring celebration of American music.

The evening begins with choral masterworks by Randall Thompson, Jake Runestad, and Dr. Daniel McDavitt performed by the Eastern Connecticut Symphony Chorus under the direction of Daniel McDavitt.

Soprano Grace Murphy and tenor Henry Cox take center stage for Leonard Bernstein’s beloved West Side Story Selections, bringing the romance and drama of this American classic to life with unforgettable melodies like “Maria,” “Somewhere,” and “One Hand, One Heart.”

The concert culminates with Aaron Copland’s majestic Symphony No. 3, a sweeping orchestral work that captures the expansive spirit and optimism of America. Join us for this powerful season finale that showcases the very best of American classical music.


Join the ECSO’s season ticket holder family and experience the magic of live orchestral music all year long! Enjoy exclusive perks, the best seats, and unforgettable performances while supporting the arts in the Eastern Connecticut region.

To learn more information, including a detail seating plan and programs,
please visit: ectsymphony.com or contact us at 860.443.2876