The Northwest Symphony Orchestra (NWSO) season will open with Sounds of the American West, a family concert dedicated to celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Families are encouraged to attend and help celebrate on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. at the Highline Performing Arts Center.

The musical program also honors the Northwest Symphony Orchestra's 40th Anniversary and will be led by Conductor and Artistic Director Anthony Spain.

A Celebration Through Music

The evening’s program will include:

• Philharmonic Fanfare by Gina Gillie ( celebrating both the Northwest Symphony Orchestra’s 40th anniversary and America’s 250th anniversary)
• Four Dance Episodes from Rodeo by Aaron Copland
• Cascadiana by Scott Henderson (accompanied by images provided by Northwest photographers)
• Sketches from the Northwest by Nina Iorik ( a featured student composer)
• Cowboy Suite by Brent Irwin ( presented as a world premiere)
• A Festival Rondo by Richard Meyers
• A Pioneers Tale by Alan Lee Silva

The final work, A Pioneers Tale, will feature students from the Highline School District, Key to Change Studio, and West Seattle High School.

Sounds of the American West Concert

Saturday, October 10, 2026: 7:30 p.m.
Highline Performing Arts Center
401 S 152nd St., Burien

Students age 18 and under are admitted free.

Tickets may be purchased at the door 45 minutes before the concert, or by calling the Northwest Symphony Orchestra at (206) 242-6321.

Northwest Symphony Orchestra (NWSO)

The mission of the Northwest Symphony Orchestra (NWSO) is to promote the music of contemporary Northwest composers while also performing, promoting, and educating the public about the full spectrum of classical music.

Learn more about the Northwest Symphony Orchestra, its concert season, or how to audition at https://www.northwestsymphonyorchestra.org/

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