We are thrilled to unveil an imaginative season filled with outstanding music and extraordinary collaborations. We welcome everyone to immerse themselves in the offerings of our 2024-25 season.
We are thrilled to unveil our 2025—26 season, celebrating the boundless power of music to inspire, connect, and move us.
Throughout our season we invite you to experience a musical journey that blends beloved symphonic masterpieces by Beethoven, Rachmaninoff, Gershwin, and John Williams alongside fresh Canadian premieres from acclaimed composers. We are proud to continue our commitment to innovation by featuring diverse and engaging repertoire that reflects the richness of orchestral music in all its forms.
Our stage will shine with exceptional guest artists, including the return of internationally applauded violinist Timothy Chooi, cellist Noémie Raymond, and pianist Illia Ovcharenko performing Beethoven’s majestic Triple Concerto. Local virtuoso Ryan Huang will dazzle in Liszt’s fiery Piano Concerto No. 1, while Anna Stube brings elegance and passion to Sibelius’ magnificent Violin Concerto. We also feature our own Eric Cheng (viola) and Christian Sharpe (bassoon) in dazzling works by Martinů and Nino Rota.
From Gershwin’s lively An American in Paris to the unforgettable Star Wars Suite, each concert offers inspiring moments and cherished memories. Join us in celebrating the music, the community and the joy that your Oakville Symphony has to offer!
I look forward to welcoming you as we embark on this extraordinary musical journey together.
Lorenzo Guggenheim,
Music Director & Conductor
Nov 1 & 2, 2025
Music that unites us, inspired by friendship and connection
George Gershwin – An American in Paris
Bohuslav Martinů – Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra
Nino Rota – Bassoon Concerto (Canadian Premiere)
John Williams – Star Wars Suite
Guest artists: Timothy Chooi, violin, Noémie Raymond, cello, Illia Ovcharenko, piano
A vivid burst of rhythm and colour opens our season with Angélica Negrón’s Moriviví, presented for the first time in Canada. Internationally acclaimed musicians Timothy Chooi, Noémie Raymond, and Illia Ovcharenko unite their extraordinary talents in Beethoven’s captivating Triple Concerto, a spirited dialogue full of elegance, charm, and intricate interplay. Concluding the performance, Mussorgsky’s iconic Pictures at an Exhibition, orchestrated by Ravel, invites us on a brilliant musical journey, vividly depicting scenes inspired by friendship, memory, and artistic inspiration.
Dec 14, 2025
1:30 pm & 4:30 pm
Fill your heart with joy and festive cheer with special appearances by the OSYO and Oakville Choir in an exciting one-hour concert!
Tickets go on sale September 1, 2025
Save the date as seats sell quickly!
Adult $46 | Senior $38 | Student/Child $21
Jan 31 & Feb 1, 2026
Romantic, wild and bold—music at its most fearless
Franz Schreker – Symphonic Interlude from Der Schatzgräber (Canadian Premiere)
Franz Liszt – Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-flat major
Sergei Rachmaninoff – Symphony No. 2 in E minor, Op. 27
Guest artist: Ryan Huang, piano
An evening of passion, drama, and fearless virtuosity awaits. Local piano sensation Ryan Huang brings fiery intensity and exhilarating precision to Liszt’s dazzling Piano Concerto No. 1. Experience emotional depth and sweeping lyrical beauty in Rachmaninoff’s romantic and expansive Symphony No. 2. The concert also features the Canadian premiere of Schreker’s lush Symphonic Interlude from Der Schatzgräber, an operatic soundscape brimming with romance, mystery, and adventure.
Apr 11 & 12, 2026
Glowing tales of beauty and intense power
Florence Price – Suite of Dances (Canadian Premiere)
Jean Sibelius – Violin Concerto in D minor
Piotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Symphony No. 5 in E minor
Guest artist: Anna Stube, violin
Celebrated violinist Anna Stube illuminates Sibelius’ beloved Violin Concerto with her powerful artistry, delivering both warmth and breathtaking virtuosity. Discover Florence Price’s delightful Suite of Dances in its Canadian debut, filled with captivating rhythms, melodic charm, and elegant grace. The evening reaches a thrilling conclusion with Tchaikovsky’s passionate Symphony No. 5, renowned for its soaring melodies, emotional depth, and unforgettable storytelling.
May 2 & 3, 2026
Vibrant energy, dazzling sound, and unstoppable force
George Gershwin – An American in Paris
Bohuslav Martinů – Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola and Orchestra
Nino Rota – Bassoon Concerto (Canadian Premiere)
John Williams – Star Wars Suite
Guest artist: Eric Cheng, viola, Christian Sharpe, bassoon
Feel the thrill and vibrant energy of Gershwin’s jazzy, cinematic depiction of bustling streets and romantic adventures in An American in Paris. Eric Cheng brings brilliance and remarkable virtuosity to Martinů’s dynamic and spirited Rhapsody-Concerto for Viola. Christian Sharpe charms the audience with the playful and whimsical Ontario premiere of Nino Rota’s delightful Bassoon Concerto. The concert concludes in grand style with John Williams’ iconic and exhilarating Star Wars Suite, transporting listeners on an epic musical adventure through the galaxy.