This event is in the past.It took place on May 3, 2026 at Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium.




Hear the "Ode to Joy" soar with Metropolitan Opera soloists and a full chorus in Beethoven's epic Ninth. The program also includes Dvořák's Carnival Overture and a world premiere by VR pioneer Jaron Lanier featuring pianist Serene.
World premiere debut
Metropolitan Opera soloists
Pre-concert talk included
Historic 1940s venue
Tips
🏛️1940s charm, intimate 1,500 seats
🎤pre-concert talk 30 min before show
👋staff go above and beyond for accessibility
Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 Concert
Santa Cruz




Hear the "Ode to Joy" soar with Metropolitan Opera soloists and a full chorus in Beethoven's epic Ninth. The program also includes Dvořák's Carnival Overture and a world premiere by VR pioneer Jaron Lanier featuring pianist Serene.
World premiere debut
Metropolitan Opera soloists
Pre-concert talk included
Historic 1940s venue
Tips
🏛️1940s charm, intimate 1,500 seats
🎤pre-concert talk 30 min before show
👋staff go above and beyond for accessibility
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