A Legacy of Isolation & Amusement
Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Beethoven:
- Symphony No. 1, op.21
- Symphony No. 2, op.36
It all begins here: the stirrings of a solitary genius who changed the world with nine amazing symphonies! Beethoven’s first two masterpieces will take you on an emotional tour de force with delightful abandon.
The Vienna Boys Choir
Thursday, October 24, 2019 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theater
For over five centuries, The Vienna Boys Choir has astounded audiences across the globe with its gifted harmonies & angelic voices. Their welcome return to Binghamton will leave a smile on your face and a song in your heart.
Simone, Ellington and Parks
Saturday, November 9, 2019 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Ellington: Black, Brown and Beige: Suite
Daugherty: Motorcity Triptych, Rosa Parks Boulevard
Selections from Nina Simone
Known as America’s classical music, jazz has altered the cultural landscape & broken down color barriers since the 20th Century. Come join us for masterworks from two of its trailblazers, along with a riveting tribute to civil rights icon Rosa Parks.
Home for the Holidays
Saturday, December 14, 2019 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, BPO-style! With silver bells & little drummer boys, it’ll be a holly-jolly night of music, mirth & merriment!
Heroism of the Human Spirit
Saturday, February 15, 2020 @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Tower: Made in America
Beethoven: Symphony No. 3, op.55 (Eroica)
Spanning both the dramatic sweep & more intimate passages of Symphony No. 3, and the subtle yet stately flourishes of Made in America, Heroism boldly embraces life’s trials & embodies our inevitable triumph. It’s an evening of equal parts musicianship & championship!
Dual Destinies
Saturday, March 21, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Beethoven:
- Symphony No. 4, op.60
- Symphony No. 5, op.67
From a breezy, upbeat prelude to the epic re-telling of “fate knocking on the door,” Beethoven’s Fourth & Fifth Symphonies pair together effortlessly to woo & wow you in eight transformative movements.
Clocks and Clouds
Friday, April 3, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Helen Foley Theatre, Binghamton High School
From the Beatles to Beethoven, Mozart to Muse, this instrumental trio combines classical instrumentation with rock aesthetics, commanding audiences nationwide with their grand sounds & musical explorations.
May The Fourth Be With You
Monday, May 4, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
The Music of Star Wars
May 4, 2020 at 7:30pm
Forty years ago, the empire struck back! Now it’s your hometown orchestra’s turn to use the force and perform more pulse-pounding scores from the Star Wars films. Come join us...it is useless to resist!
LUMA
Tuesday, August 4, 2020 @ Downtown Binghamton
Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Conductor: Daniel Hege
For their third time together, the BPO & LUMA will deliver another spectacular weekend of exhilarating arrangements & mind-blowing visuals, to a BPO backbeat! It’s a feast for the senses, and an adventure for the whole family!
Tapestry of New York
Saturday, September 26, 2020 @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Montgomery: Starburst
Copland: An Outdoor Overture
Beethoven: Symphony No.6, op.68 (Pastorale)
Director: Daniel Hege
With its richly textured soundscapes that evoke rolling hills, rippling streams, & breathtaking scenery, Tapestry celebrates the pastoral diversity & beauty of a place we call home.
Lawler & Fadoul - Clickable
Friday, October 2, 2020 at 7:30pm @ United Presbyterian Church
The engaging and illuminating duo of Zara Lawler, flutist, and Paul J. Fadoul, marimbist, hailed as “a great treat” (Classical WETA, Washington, DC) offers audiences an unexpected mélange of classical virtuosity, lively commentary, theatrical flair and a small dose of indie rock sensibility. The duo’s repertoire ranges from delightful arrangements of classics to newly written pieces for their unique instrumentation.
The Magical Music of Harry Potter
Friday, October 23, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
From Hogwarts to Hogsmeade, come & relive the excitement of everyone’s favorite young wizard! With unforgettable music from the legendary movies, the BPO is sure to cast a spell on you. Expecto patronum!
Director: Daniel Hege
Double Feature - Inspired Innovation & My Little Symphony
Friday, November 13, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 7:30pm
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Beethoven: Symphony No.7, op.92
November 13, 2020 at 7:30pm
Beethoven: Symphony No.8, op.93
November 14, 2020 at 7:30pm
Beethoven could enrapture audiences with unmatched fervor & **instead of and** then soothe them humorously in the same sitting. These back-to-back classics speak to his emotional versatility & limitless originality
Home for the Holidays
Saturday, December 12, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
This toasty warm performance of all your holiday favorites is the best way to cap off the year...for kids from 1 to 92!
Joy and Celebration
Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Beethoven: Symphony No.9, op 125
Featuring the Beethoven Festival Choir comprised of members from Binghamton Downtown Singers, Madrigal Choir of Binghamton, Southern Tier Singers’ Collective, and auditioned community members.
All’s well that ends well...and in the case of Symphony No. 9, endures well! Widely regarded as the greatest musical work of all time, Beethoven’s magnum opus - played to perfection on his 250th birthday - is a timeless reminder of life’s most essential & electrifying gift: joy!
Celtic Charm
Saturday, March 20, 2021 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
May the wind be at your back, and luck be on your side! Join us on this St. Patrick’s Weekend for a symphonic voyage to the Emerald Isle, a land of mystical beauty, enchanting serenity, & boundless wonder.
Christopher Bill Quartet
Friday, April 2, 2021 at 7:30pm @ DoubleTree by Hilton, Binghamton
Christopher Bill, a Binghamton native, is best known for being the most subscribed brass musician on YouTube. In his quartet, he joins forces with world-class trombonists who have performed with Macklemore, Adele, Rihanna, Andrea Bocelli, Brass Against, Lucky Chops, & No BS Brass.
Dream Catchers
Saturday, May 1, 2021 at 7:30pm @ Broome County Forum Theatre
Conductor: Daniel Hege
Barry: Selections from Dances with Wolves
Ewazen: Shadowcatcher
Dvorak: Symphony No. 9, op.95 (New World)