BANGOR, Maine – The Bangor Symphony Orchestra (BSO) celebrates their landmark
130th season with the Masterworks series finale, Masterworks V: Our American Story
on Sunday April 26, 2026 at 3:00PM at the Collins Center for the Arts. This powerful
program commemorates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of
Independence and celebrates the rich diversity of the American spirit.
Under the direction of Music Director and Conductor Lucas Richman, the program
showcases a wide spectrum of American voices and musical perspectives. Featured
works include Joan Tower’s bold Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman, Aaron Copland’s
iconic Fanfare for the Common Man, Valerie Coleman’s unifying Umoja, and William
Schuman’s New England Triptych. The concert culminates with George Gershwin’s
Porgy and Bess, performed by soprano Denisha Ballew and baritone Keenan McCarter,
with the University of Maine Singers and Oratorio Society led by Francis Vogt.
For more information and tickets, please visit bangorsymphony.org or call (207) 581-
2787.
The BSO also invites the community to enjoy two free Spring Chamber Music concerts.
A lunchtime concert, “The Piano Trio” features works by Haydn and Dvořák performed
by BSO musicians for the community on April 23rd at 12PM at the Wabanaki Public
Health and Wellness Building at 16 Central St, Bangor. No reservations required.
On April 27th at 7PM at the Gracie Theatre, “Tapestries From Europe to America” is an
evening program to feature works by Mozart, Dvořák, and Brahms, mapping musical
connections across the globe. Reservations requested. Please visit
https://www.bangorsymphony.org/schedule/chamber-music-series/ to reserve your seat.
About the Bangor Symphony Orchestra
The Bangor Symphony Orchestra (BSO) is one of the nation’s oldest continually
operating professional orchestras, dedicated to enhancing the cultural landscape of
Bangor, Maine, through exceptional live performances, music education, and
community engagement. The BSO continues to perform and celebrate the
transformative power of music.