BRING THE WHOLE FAMILY—GIVE YOUR COSTUMES A TEST DRIVE!

Selections from Phantom of the Opera, Wicked, Ghostbusters, Rocky Horror Picture Show, Encanto, Night on Bald Mountain, and many more!

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

John Freeman, trumpetLowden: Armed Forces Salute ~ Veteran’s Day tribute to those who’ve served our country

Johann Strauss II: Emperor Waltzes ~ beloved classic from the waltz king

Haydn: Trumpet Concerto ~ One of our own takes the spotlight in this elegant charmer.

Jennifer Higdon: blue cathedral ~ the composer’s moving, heartfelt ode to her brother

Richard Strauss: Suite from Der Rosenkavalier ~ sumptuous, lush, pinnacle of Romanticism

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

John Freeman, trumpetLowden: Armed Forces Salute ~ Veteran’s Day tribute to those who’ve served our country

Johann Strauss II: Emperor Waltzes ~ beloved classic from the waltz king

Haydn: Trumpet Concerto ~ One of our own takes the spotlight in this elegant charmer.

Jennifer Higdon: blue cathedral ~ the composer’s moving, heartfelt ode to her brother

Richard Strauss: Suite from Der Rosenkavalier ~ sumptuous, lush, pinnacle of Romanticism

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Roberto Perlas Gomez, baritone

Stockton Youth Chorale

A brilliant baritone and adorable young talents join the festivities for a program packed with goodies—It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year, The Night Before Christmas, Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire, O Holy Night, and many more!

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Roberto Plano, piano

Grażyna Bacewicz: Overture ~ vigorous, imaginative gem

Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 ~ fantastic guest artist delivers pianistic fireworks

Dvořák: “New World” Symphony ~ landmark masterpiece infused with African- and Indian- American inspirations

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Roberto Plano, piano

Grażyna Bacewicz: Overture ~ vigorous, imaginative gem

Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 ~ fantastic guest artist delivers pianistic fireworks

Dvořák: “New World” Symphony ~ landmark masterpiece infused with African- and Indian- American inspirations

With Maestro Peter Jaffe as conductor and host, the Stockton Symphony's Steppin' Out series has provided highly educational and entertaining programs to enthusiastic young audiences for over two decades. Many thanks for your participation-and make sure to reserve space for your students soon!

With Maestro Peter Jaffe as conductor and host, the Stockton Symphony's Steppin' Out series has provided highly educational and entertaining programs to enthusiastic young audiences for over two decades. Many thanks for your participation-and make sure to reserve space for your students soon!

With Maestro Peter Jaffe as conductor and host, the Stockton Symphony's Steppin' Out series has provided highly educational and entertaining programs to enthusiastic young audiences for over two decades. Many thanks for your participation-and make sure to reserve space for your students soon!

With Maestro Peter Jaffe as conductor and host, the Stockton Symphony's Steppin' Out series has provided highly educational and entertaining programs to enthusiastic young audiences for over two decades. Many thanks for your participation-and make sure to reserve space for your students soon!

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Damien Sneed, guest conductor

Celebrate the compelling Gospel tradition and its amazing influence on so many subsequent styles. Selections include energetic and soulful standards, along with a premiere from Emmy Award-winning composer John Wineglass.

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Ava Pakiam, violin

Copland: Suite from Appalachian Spring ~ lively dance sections capped by “Simple Gifts”

Ravel: Tzigane ~ Gypsy fire and passion brought to life by an incredible wunderkind!

Stravinksy: Pulcinella Suite ~This fabulous ballet launched the composer’s Neoclassic style.

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Ava Pakiam, violin

Copland: Suite from Appalachian Spring ~ lively dance sections capped by “Simple Gifts”

Ravel: Tzigane ~ Gypsy fire and passion brought to life by an incredible wunderkind!

Stravinksy: Pulcinella Suite ~This fabulous ballet launched the composer’s Neoclassic style.

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Yi-Jia Susanne Hou, violin

Ibert: Escales (Ports of Call) ~ marvelous musical excursions depicting multiple destinations

Bruch: Scottish Fantasy ~ Spellbinding guest artist evokes songs and victories of old

Benjamin Casey Allin: Port Stockton March, arr. Peter Jaffe ~ tribute to our own port in quickstep time

Respighi: Feste romane (Roman Festivals) ~ grandiose tone poem celebrating the glories of Rome

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Yi-Jia Susanne Hou, violin

Ibert: Escales (Ports of Call) ~ marvelous musical excursions depicting multiple destinations

Bruch: Scottish Fantasy ~ Spellbinding guest artist evokes songs and victories of old

Benjamin Casey Allin: Port Stockton March, arr. Peter Jaffe ~ tribute to our own port in quickstep time

Respighi: Feste romane (Roman Festivals) ~ grandiose tone poem celebrating the glories of Rome

Peter Jaffe, Music Director

Themes from your favorite intrigue/mystery/crime dramas such as ? ,?, ?, and many more. (ooh those aren't typos...are you intrigued?) PLUS, remember those role-playing mystery parties with scripts and activities? You’ll have it at this concert—treat Mom to this fun-packed event for the whole family!