UCI Opera presents a concert-style performance of Gian Carlo Menotti’s The Old Maid and the Thief, a witty one-act opera about love, deception, and scandal in a quiet town – featuring UC Irvine vocal arts students in a lively showcase of operatic storytelling.
Accompanied by the Symphony Orchestra.
Ring in the season with the Symphony Orchestra’s opening concert, featuring festive orchestral masterpieces by celebrated composers. As one of Orange County’s premier large-performance ensembles, the Symphony Orchestra has been a cornerstone of the Department of Music since 1966, bringing together students, faculty, and community members to perform symphonic works spanning the centuries.
The UCI Symphony Orchestra performs an evening of beloved orchestral classics, featuring works by favorite composers and a special appearance by the winner of the 2026 UC Irvine Concerto Competition. As one of Orange County’s premier large-performance ensembles, the Symphony Orchestra has been a cornerstone of the Department of Music since 1966, offering students, faculty, and community members opportunities to study and perform symphonic music across the ages.
The Symphony Orchestra closes the season with a vibrant program designed to be shared with friends and community members. As one of Orange County’s premier large-performance ensembles, the orchestra has been a cornerstone of the Department of Music since 1966, bringing together students, faculty, and local musicians to perform symphonic works across the ages.
Mozart’s Requiem grips the soul with its passion, mystery and beauty. Brahms’ Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny) soars from luminous calm to storm and struggle, offering a moving reflection on the human journey. Together, these masterpieces promise a concert of unforgettable power and artistry.
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