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Salina Symphony to Perform Beethoven's Ninth With 100-Voice Chorus

April 1, 2026
Salina Symphony to Perform Beethoven's Ninth With 100-Voice Chorus

The Salina Symphony will present Beethoven's Ninth Symphony, featuring the beloved "Ode to Joy," on Saturday, May 3, at 4 p.m. at the Stiefel Theatre in Salina, with an additional performance on Friday, May 2, at the Hutchinson Fox Theatre.

This cornerstone of classical music builds to the iconic "Ode to Joy," a triumphant anthem of hope, love, and unity. The performance marks a magnificent conclusion to the Symphony's 70th Anniversary Season.

Guest Artists

Featured soloists from across the country include soprano Yvette Keong, mezzo-soprano Hilary Taylor, tenor Daniel McGrew, and bass Andrew Smith. They'll be joined by a chorus of more than 100 voices featuring the Kansas Wesleyan University Philharmonic Choir, the Salina Chorale, and members of the Reno County Choral Society.

Tickets and Pre-Concert Talk

Tickets start at $42 and are available at the Stiefel Theatre Box Office, by calling 785-827-1998, or online at www.salinasymphony.org.

On concert day, attendees can join Maestro Segal and guests for a pre-concert talk at 3 p.m. Doors open at 2:45 p.m.


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