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Global talent Chee-Yun (and her 345 year-old violin) to perform in Billings Oct. 15
There’s a reason why the only violin concerto Jean Sibelius wrote is still celebrated almost 120 years after its final draft. It’s exquisite, intense, and complex, written by a composer…
More...Friendship and serendipity bring the work of Henry Mancini to Billings
When Scott Jeppesen, founder of the Rocky Mountain Jazz Collective, met Monica Mancini, daughter of the great Henry Mancini, he never could have known that he would one day be…
More...Welcome to Indian Country brings groundbreaking celebration of Indigenous culture to Billings
When Rena Priest, Washington State Poet Laureate, met Julia Keefe, a professional, New York City-based jazz singer, the two women found kinship in their collective creativity. In a little less…
More...Devotee of Russian composers Wei Luo to perform in Billings
When Wei Luo takes her seat at the piano to perform Sergei Prokofiev’s Piano Concerto No. 3, she’ll be well acquainted with the “devilishly difficult” piece of music. The first…
More...Imani Winds, musical storytellers
If music can tell a story that transcends words, Imani Winds is a storyteller for the ages. This innovative wind quintet has a repertoire that stretches beyond traditional chamber music…
More...Meet Tania Mesa and Patricia García Gil, the duo behind Duo Terra
In partnership with Acción Cultural Española (AC/E), The Billings Symphony is committed to bringing to the stage artists of Spanish heritage. AC/E, a public entity dedicated to fostering and promoting the…
More...We stand for peace and in solidarity with Ukraine
To show solidarity with the people of Ukraine and celebrate the country’s rich heritage and identity, the Billings Symphony Orchestra & Chorale performed the Ukraine national anthem during two concerts…
More...Antonio Jarvey, saxophonist, on John Williams and his jubilant compositions
Antonio Jarvey is a Montana-based saxophonist and guest artist during the Billings Symphony’s tribute to John Williams on March 12 and 13. He performs during John Williams’ Escapades, which was…
More...Celebrating the music of John Williams, the Mozart of our time
The film score is a powerful creation. While you may have forgotten the character names and precise plot of Steven Spielberg’s Jaws, chances are you can hum the ominous tune…
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