Masterworks

The power and splendor of a symphony orchestra finds its fullest expression in performances of classical music by the masters. Virtuoso soloists and majestic choruses add to the excitement. Join us for pre-concert lectures at 6:45 p.m. that will guide you step-by-step through the evening’s program.

2024/25 Season

Masterworks
April 25 - April 26, 2025

Ken-David Masur Conducts

This concert features two great works by Mozart, as well as Dvorak's Symphony No. 6, distinguished for its rich melodies, lively rhythms and a full, colorful orchestral sound.
Masterworks
May 30 - May 31, 2025

Negrón, Grieg & Shostakovich 5

Premiered in 2022 by the Los Angeles Philharmonic, Angélica Negrón’s Moriviví ́ is a stunning orchestral feature, tracing the evolution of a shy succulent native to Puerto Rico.
Masterworks
September 20 - September 21, 2024

Tao Plays Rhapsody in Blue

Bernstein’s Symphonic Dances from West Side Story and William Grant Still’s Symphony No. 1, “Afro-American” bookend this program of American masters, including pianist/composer Conrad Tao.
Masterworks
October 25 - October 26, 2024

Don Juan & The Lark Ascending

We take you inside the world of Britten’s Peter Grimes in a brand-new immersive concert experience built for the Omaha Symphony.
Masterworks
January 10 - January 11, 2025

Wu Man & Beethoven 6

In time for Lunar New Year, pipa virtuoso Wu Man joins the Omaha Symphony for Lou Harrison’s pipa concerto, written expressly for her by the visionary American composer.
Masterworks
February 21 - February 22, 2025

Dvořák & Elgar

British conductor Alasdair Neale returns to Omaha to introduce both Elgar’s Symphony No. 1 and rising cello phenom Oliver Herbert to the Holland.
Masterworks
March 21 - March 22, 2025

The Planets

Holst’s and Kernis’ celestial masterpieces bookend Kevin Puts’ brand-new Concerto for Orchestra, premiered by the St. Louis Symphony in 2023.

2025/26 Season

Masterworks
September 26 - September 27, 2025

Falletta Conducts Tchaikovsky’s Fifth

Kick off the season with a thrilling concert led by Principal Guest Conductor JoAnn Falletta, featuring a debut by pianist George Li and powerful works by Adams, Scriabin, and Tchaikovsky.
Masterworks
October 31 - November 1, 2025

Sibelius’ First Symphony

It’s a romantic masterpiece showdown, featuring Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Violin Concerto and Sibelius’ adventurous First Symphony.
Masterworks
January 16 - January 17, 2026

Debussy & Prokofiev

Color, energy and innovation take center stage in this program conducted and performed by brothers Joseph and Robert Young – including a concerto in homage to legendary jazz saxophonist John Coltrane.
Masterworks
February 20 - February 21, 2026

Stravinsky’s Firebird

It’s an evening in and out of the opera pit with imaginative works by Johann Strauss II, Montgomery, and Stravinsky, and Francisco Fullana’s Omaha debut on Barber’s renowned Violin Concerto.
Masterworks
March 27 - March 28, 2026

Clara Schumann and Brahms

Devotion centers this powerful program featuring the Omaha Symphony debut of pianist Zee Zee on Clara Schumann’s exceptional Piano Concerto.
Masterworks
April 24 - April 25, 2026

Applied Underwriters Presents Beethoven’s Fifth & Bluebeard’s Castle

The Holland Center goes from darkness to light to darkness with Beethoven's Fifth and Bartók’s gripping Bluebeard’s Castle, presented in collaboration with Opera Omaha.
Masterworks
May 29 - May 30, 2026

Bahl Conducts Mahler’s “Titan”

Maestro Ankush Kumar Bahl returns to present Mahler’s epic Symphony No. 1, "The Titan," in a celebration of his tenure.