The Sound of Something Bigger – The Niagara Symphony’s 2026/2027 Season
Your Niagara Symphony Orchestra’s 2026/2027 season invites you on an extraordinary journey with thrilling new discoveries and unforgettable musical celebrations. Experience the emotional power of Brahms’s Symphony No. 1, the triumphant grandeur of Mendelssohn’s “Reformation” Symphony, and the breathtaking beauty of Vaughan Williams’s Symphony No. 5 and Sibelius’ Symphony No. 7. Revel in the elegance of Mozart’s Symphony No. 40 and the brilliance of his beloved Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. We are thrilled to welcome internationally acclaimed soloists Angela Hewitt, Timothy Chooi, Ari Cohen Mann, and Mira Kardan who will dazzle audiences with their virtuosic fireworks. Hear the soaring beauty from our guest vocal superstars Matt Dusk, Jay Dref, Kelly Holiff, Chris Blem, Stephanie Park, Jonelle Sils, Scott Rumble, and Jorell Williams.
Our 26/27 season is packed with remarkable musical adventures. Discover the vibrant voices of Canadian composers Kevin Lau, Dai Wei, John Estacio, and Keiko Devaux. Experience the glamour of Broadway and Hollywood favourites, swing through the timeless songs of Frank Sinatra, and celebrate iconic rock legends with spectacular symphonic tributes to Phil Collins, Genesis, and The Tragically Hip with the Gravel Museum Rock Band.
From intimate moments of beauty and reflection to epic orchestral spectacles, the Niagara Symphony Orchestra’s 2026/27 season promises something for everyone, and with every show, the unforgettable power of live music.
Ari Cohen Mann, Oboe Soloist
Mozart & Mystique Concert & Garden Party at St. Mark’s in Niagara on the Lake
October 2, 2026 | 5:30pm
St. Mark’s Church, 41 Byron Street, Niagara on the Lake, ON, Canada
Featuring Ari Cohen Mann – Oboe Soloist
After last season’s tremendously successful Garden Party, the Niagara Symphony Orchestra returns to the beautiful and historic St. Mark’s Church in Niagara-on-the-Lake for another unforgettable evening of music, celebration, and community.
Experience the magic of live orchestral music in one of Niagara’s most stunning settings, followed by an elegant garden soirée featuring wine, food, mingling with the musicians, and more live music along the picturesque St. Mark’s walkway.
The concert itself is a journey through beauty, drama, and wonder. Mozart’s sparkling Eine Kleine Nachtmusik opens the evening with timeless elegance and charm, while acclaimed oboist Ari Cohen Mann brings lyrical warmth and expressive brilliance to Kevin Lau’s atmospheric Prayer in a Green Cathedral.
The evening concludes with Mozart’s emotionally charged Symphony No. 40—a masterpiece filled with passion, urgency, and unforgettable melodies.
Music, wine, conversation, and the charm of Niagara-on-the-Lake come together for one very special NSO celebration event.
THIS IS A STAND ALONE CONCERT AND IS NOT PART OF BUNDLED PURCHASES
Mozart & Mystique
October 4, 2026 | 2:30pm
FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre – Recital Hall
Featuring Ari Cohen Mann – Oboe Soloist
| Mozart | Eine Kleine Nachtmusik |
| Kevin Lau | Prayer in a Green Cathedral |
| Ari Cohen Mann, Oboe Soloist | |
| Mozart | Symphony No. 40 |
Elegance, Beauty, and a Touch of the Divine
Step into a world of luminous melodies and timeless artistry with a concert that pairs Mozart’s brilliance with the evocative imagination of Canadian composer, and NSO audience favourite, Kevin Lau.
The evening concert with Mozart’s sparkling Eine Kleine Nachtmusik—one of the most beloved works ever written, overflowing with charm and elegance.
Then, acclaimed Canadian oboist Ari Cohen Mann takes centre stage for Kevin Lau’s Prayer in a Green Cathedral, a deeply atmospheric work inspired by the majesty and stillness of nature.
The concert concludes with Mozart’s dramatic and emotionally charged Symphony No. 40, a masterpiece that pulses with passion and unforgettable melodies.
Classical perfection meets modern wonder not to be missed.
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NIAGARA’S ORCHESTRA
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The Niagara Symphony Orchestra entertains and educates, enriching the quality of life in the Niagara Region, with imaginative and diverse concert programming and a broad range of educational programs.
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