Carmel Symphony Orchestra: HEROES: Legends of American Song and Stage

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra presents an evening celebrating the music that defined American culture. Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor David Commanday, the orchestra will perform George Gershwin's Cuban Overture and selections from Porgy and Bess, including beloved classics like "Summertime," "My Man's Gone Now," "Embraceable You," and "I Got Rhythm." Soprano Angela Brown joins as a guest artist for these spirited performances. The program continues with Béla Bartók's Concerto for Orchestra, a dynamic work that showcases the orchestra's technical skill and dramatic power. This concert blends accessible American standards with sophisticated orchestral music, making it an engaging experience for families interested in live classical performance and American musical heritage. The performance takes place at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.