Thursday, March 14, 2027, 3pm
Silva Concert Hall

Alex Prior, Music Director and Conductor
Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras 

Program Overview

Johannes Brahms: Academic Festival Overture 

Florence Price: Andante Moderato from Symphony No. 1 

Jessie Montgomery: Strum 

Dmitri Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5, IV. Allegro non troppo 

Young artists from the Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras step into the spotlight alongside the Eugene Symphony for a dynamic celebration of mentorship and music-making. Performing side by side with professional musicians, these dedicated students embody the bright future of symphonic music in our community — delivering an unforgettable afternoon you won’t want to miss. 

This program will also feature a 2026 Eugene Symphony Guild Legacy Young Artist Competition winner, piece to be announced. 

This concert is available as part of our Masterwork subscription. Subscribe now to secure your seats. Then, add on our Soreng Chamber Series and/or The Music of Studio Ghibli.

Hear Music Director Alex Prior talk about this celebration of mentorship.

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