Redlands Symphony

Jon Stehney, bassoon

Come out for a rompin' and rollickin' good time with Principal Bassoonist Jonathan Stehney and friends.

• Tickets
• Sunday 3/22/26 2:30pm-4:00pm

Finding Tranquility

Step away from the noise of daily life and immerse yourself in an evening of calm, clarity, and reflection with Finding Tranquility. Under the baton of acclaimed guest conductor Damien Geter, this luminous program brings together music that soothes the spirit and stirs the soul—featuring works that are intimate, uplifting, and quietly powerful. The concert begins with Benjamin Britten’s Sinfonietta, Op. 1, a brilliant early work that reveals the composer’s striking voice at just 18 years old. With its nimble lines, gentle wit, and surprising depth, this rarely performed gem invites you to listen closely and appreciate the delicate beauty of chamber orchestration. Next, travel into the heart of modern Mexico with Juan Pablo Contreras’ Angel Mestizo, a vibrant and poetic tribute to cultural identity. Featuring guest harpist Justine Tiu, this radiant piece blends classical elegance with traditional Mexican styles, highlighting the harp in dazzling and lyrical ways. It’s a moving celebration of heritage, connection, and hope. The evening concludes with a timeless American masterpiece: Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring Suite. With its open harmonies and sweeping sense of space, this beloved work captures the quiet optimism of new beginnings. From the gentle pastoral melodies to the iconic Shaker tune "Simple Gifts," Copland’s music speaks to a universal longing for peace and home. Finding Tranquility is more than a concert—it’s a chance to breathe deeply, reconnect with beauty, and experience the power of music to heal and inspire. Reserve your tickets today and rediscover what serenity sounds like.

• Tickets
• Saturday 4/11/26 7:30pm-9:30pm

Quartet for the End of Time

Get up close and personal for an experience you'll never forget. Sit on stage, surrounding a quartet of RSO musicians, for a once-in-a-lifetime performance of Olivier Messiaen's Quartet for the End of Time. Written in a WWII Concentration Camp, this piece will touch your soul and leave you utterly transformed.

• Tickets
• Sunday 4/19/25 3:00pm-5:00pm

Finding Power

Experience the raw energy, emotional depth, and sheer brilliance of classical music in Finding Power—an electrifying evening led by celebrated guest conductor Donato Cabrera. This bold program explores how composers across generations channeled their inner fire into unforgettable works of art. The night begins with Beethoven’s stormy Coriolan Overture, a gripping portrait of conflict and inner turmoil. Inspired by a tragic Roman general, this music surges with Beethoven’s trademark intensity—dramatic contrasts, fierce determination, and a final, haunting resolution. It’s a thrilling curtain-raiser that grabs you from the first note. Next, violinist Luchi Jiang, winner of the University of Redlands Concerto Competition, takes center stage in Mendelssohn’s beloved Violin Concerto in E minor. Full of elegance and virtuosic brilliance, this concerto remains one of the most popular in the repertoire for good reason: from its heartfelt opening to its sparkling finale, it’s a perfect showcase of lyricism, agility, and emotional power. The program concludes with Schubert’s Symphony No. 2, a youthful burst of creativity from a composer just coming into his voice. Balancing Haydn-inspired clarity with Schubert’s gift for melody, this symphony radiates energy, confidence, and a joy that feels as fresh today as it did two centuries ago. Finding Power celebrates not just the strength of sound—but the strength of spirit. Don’t miss this dynamic concert featuring an award-winning young soloist, three masterful works, and the commanding presence of Donato Cabrera on the podium.

• TICKETS
• Saturday 5/2/26 7:30pm-9:30pm