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Mozart Symphony No. 40 | The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Concerts Season 26/27 Lecture Series Buy Tickets Subscribe About David Hayes, Music Director Musicians Board of Directors Staff Openings Lloyd Piano Competition Plan Your Visit Getting Here Venue Parking Restaurants Donate Select Page Mozart 40 Buy Tickets Date & Time Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30pm This performance will take place in Mitchell Hall at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia Sunday, September 27, 2026 4:00pm This performance will take place at the Philadelphia Film Society Center Artists David Hayes conductor Program Schubert Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, D. 485 J.C. Bach Symphony in G minor, Op. 6 No. 6 Mozart Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550 Music Director David Hayes opens the 2026–27 season with Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G minor, a work of uncommon intensity and one of the defining symphonies of the Classical era. Its expressive depth reveals Mozart in a darker and more searching voice. The program continues with J.C. Bach’s Symphony in G minor, Op. 6 No. 6, whose poise and vitality reflect the style that so influenced the young Mozart. Closing the program is Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, a tribute to the Classical tradition and especially to Mozart. Light in texture and rich in melody, it shows the young Schubert writing with clarity, elegance, and unmistakable lyricism Venue Mitchell Hall College of Physicians of Philadelphia, 2nd Floor 19 S. 22nd St Philadelphia, PA, 19103 Philadelphia Film Society Center 1412 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19102 Duration 1 hour and 15 minutes without intermission. Information Subscribe Single Tickets Staff Employment and Auditions Board of Directors Donate Plan Your Visit Getting Here Venue Parking Restaurants Contact Us Administrative Office: 1520 Locust St Suite 500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 545-5451 Box Office: (215) 545-1739 Email: info@chamberorchestra.org Facebook Twitter Instagram Year-End Giving When was the last time you were inspired by a concert of The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia? Give today and inspire the next generation of music lovers! ×

Be the first Philadelphia audience to hear AVA’s newly arrived Resident Artists! Mark your calendars for this exclusive, one-night-only event, set in the breathtaking beauty of Rittenhouse Square’s The Church of the Holy Trinity. This year, AVA welcomes a remarkable class of 6 Resident Artists, each bringing their unique voice and passion for opera to the stage. This event is not just a concert – it’s an introduction to the future stars of the opera world! Meet our new Resident Artists.

American and British Composers and Poets Written in the Stars American and British poets and composers probe all that the stars have meant for humankind: perspective, wonder, inspiration, guidance, metaphor. Songs of Ralph Vaughn Williams, Samuel Barber, Kile Smith, James Primosch, Lee Hoiby, Daron Hagen, Abbie Betinis, John Duke, Florence Price, Charles Ives, Benjamin Britten, Hariette Davison… And a world premiere: “All is Change” by composer Rene Orth and Jeanne Minahan, poet, commissioned by Lyric Fest in memory of Rebecca Carr. With Kelly Ann Bixby, Christine Lyons, and Maren Montalbano, Laura Ward, piano, Suzanne DuPlantis, reader. Where When Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church - Sanctuary September 26, 2026 @ 3:00 pm The Academy of Vocal Arts September 27, 2026 @ 3:00 pm Christine Lyons Maren Montalbano Kelly Ann Bixby Suzanne DuPlantis Laura Ward Buy Tickets Post navigation Previous Concert ← BENJAMIN FRANKLIN, Printer Next Concert An die Nacht →

Mozart Symphony No. 40 | The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Concerts Season 26/27 Lecture Series Buy Tickets Subscribe About David Hayes, Music Director Musicians Board of Directors Staff Openings Lloyd Piano Competition Plan Your Visit Getting Here Venue Parking Restaurants Donate Select Page Mozart 40 Buy Tickets Date & Time Friday, September 25, 2026 7:30pm This performance will take place in Mitchell Hall at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia Sunday, September 27, 2026 4:00pm This performance will take place at the Philadelphia Film Society Center Artists David Hayes conductor Program Schubert Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, D. 485 J.C. Bach Symphony in G minor, Op. 6 No. 6 Mozart Symphony No. 40 in G minor, K. 550 Music Director David Hayes opens the 2026–27 season with Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 in G minor, a work of uncommon intensity and one of the defining symphonies of the Classical era. Its expressive depth reveals Mozart in a darker and more searching voice. The program continues with J.C. Bach’s Symphony in G minor, Op. 6 No. 6, whose poise and vitality reflect the style that so influenced the young Mozart. Closing the program is Schubert’s Symphony No. 5 in B-flat major, a tribute to the Classical tradition and especially to Mozart. Light in texture and rich in melody, it shows the young Schubert writing with clarity, elegance, and unmistakable lyricism Venue Mitchell Hall College of Physicians of Philadelphia, 2nd Floor 19 S. 22nd St Philadelphia, PA, 19103 Philadelphia Film Society Center 1412 Chestnut St Philadelphia, PA 19102 Duration 1 hour and 15 minutes without intermission. Information Subscribe Single Tickets Staff Employment and Auditions Board of Directors Donate Plan Your Visit Getting Here Venue Parking Restaurants Contact Us Administrative Office: 1520 Locust St Suite 500 Philadelphia, PA 19102 (215) 545-5451 Box Office: (215) 545-1739 Email: info@chamberorchestra.org Facebook Twitter Instagram Year-End Giving When was the last time you were inspired by a concert of The Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia? Give today and inspire the next generation of music lovers! ×

Get ready for an unforgettable night of vocal brilliance and dazzling performances at AVA’s annual singing competition! For over 45 years, the Giargiari Bel Canto Competition has been a highlight of AVA’s season. Experience the excitement as our remarkable Resident Artists compete in a showcase of exceptional vocal talent. Each Resident Artist will deliver stunning arias, demonstrating their incredible range, technique, and emotional depth. This is your chance to see the next generation of opera stars in action, each vying for top honors in this beloved competition. Your vote counts! Feel the thrill and be part of the action by casting your vote for your favorite singer of the night! Your participation adds to the excitement of the evening with the highly coveted Audience Choice Award. Last year’s competition was a spectacular display of talent, with memorable performances by fourth-year mezzo-soprano Alla Yarosh (First Place and Audience Choice Prize), third-year bass-baritone Nan Wang (Second Place), soprano Alexa Frankian (Third Place tie), Geoffrey Schmelzer (Third Place tie), who all captivated the audience and judges alike. Don’t miss this chance to be part of a night that combines high-stakes competition with sublime artistry. Get your tickets now and be there to cheer on your favorite performers, cast your vote, and celebrate the renowned talent of AVA’s Resident Artists. Let your voice be heard on this unforgettable evening! The Giargiari Bel Canto Competition is generously sponsored by Walter and Alice Strine, Esqs.