The New World – Symphony San Jose

The San Jose Symphony is kicking off its 25th Anniversary Season by celebrating 250 years of the American spirit with music that reflects the nation’s past, present, and promise!

Aaron Copland’s Billy the Kid has become synonymous with the American West. Drawing on folk tunes, wide-open harmonies, and cinematic energy, Copland captures the myth, optimism, and rugged individualism that helped shape the American imagination.

Pianist Joyce Yang, known for her brilliance, depth, and expressive power, delivers the Bay-area premiere of Jonathan Leshnoff’s Rhapsody on America—a lyrical meditation on the American spirit that weaves together sweeping virtuosity, intimate reflection, and propulsive rhythmic energy.

Antonín Dvořák’s greatest work, his New World Symphony, was composed during his time in the United States. Inspired by American landscapes and musical traditions, this symphony remains a profound reflection of cultural identity, hope, and discovery—ideas at the very core of the American experiment.

Performances

Saturday, October 3, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, October 4, 2026 at 2:30 p.m.

Join Symphony San Jose for the party of the season! They're launching the 25th Anniversary Season with an opening night fanfare unlike anything you’ve experienced before. Think champagne toasts, live music, exquisite food, and an evening steeped in American history and musical celebration.

More information to come soon!