Event Program
Welcome to “An Evening with the Minnesota Orchestra”. This free public concert takes place in the Excelsior Commons Pavilion. On behalf of the Fanfare for The Commons Board and Committee and our fantastic sponsors, we appreciate your interest and your attendance. Definitely invite your family, neighbors and friends. We especially encourage children of all ages and musical interests to experience the magnificent sights and sounds that emanate from the 70+ exceptional musicians on stage.
Bring your lawn chairs, beach blankets, picnic food and your ears.
The fun starts popping at 6:00 PM
Minnesota Orchestra Concert begins at 8:00 PM on the Pavilion stage.
SYMPHONY FOR THE CITIES 2026
Norman Huynh, Conductor
The Star Spangled Banner
LEONARD BERNSTEIN: Overture to Candide
AARON COPLAND: Hoedown
JOHN WILLIAMS: Theme from Jaws
FERDE GROFE: Excerpts from Mississippi River Suite
LEROY ANDERSON: Old MacDonald
ANTONIN DVORAK: Allegro ma non troppo from Symphony No. 8
TRAD/James Kessler: Armed Forces Medley
MSTISLAV MUSSORGSKY: The Great Gate of Kiev from Pictures at an Exhibition
JOIN US AS A 2026 VIP
Contributions of $150 per person or $250 per couple received before May 22 provide you with access to the VIP/Sponsor Tent with Complimentary Wine by Small Lot Wine & Spirits, Hors d’oeuvres by Coalition Restaurant, 6:00-8:00 PM.
This evening’s exceptional celebration and program would not be possible
without the enthusiastic and generous support of our sponsors:
