The Eugene Symphony season continues with maestro Francesco Lecce-Chong on the podium and the orchestra playing a variety of music that evokes popular dance styles, including the foxtrot, waltz, and the Mexican Danzón.

Not only that, but the program begins with Water Sings Fire, a musical retelling of The Little Mermaid story by Oregon composer Andrea Reinkemeyer, who looks at the piece through the eyes of the sea witch, Ulla.

There’s also a guest violinist, Alexi Kenney, playing Felix Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto in E Minor.

Here’s the full rundown:

  • The Chairman Dances by John Adams
  • Violin Concerto in E Minor by Felix Mendelssohn, with soloist Alexi Kenney
  • Water Sings Fire by Andrea Reinkemeyer
  • Danzón by Arturo Marquez
  • La Valse by Maurice Ravel

Orchestra Dance Remix

When: 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 21

Where: Silva Concert Hall, Hult Center for the Performing Arts, One Eugene Center, downtown Eugene

Tickets: $10 to $65; available at the Hult Center box office, 541-682-5000, or online at eugenesymphony.org

Hult Center Ticketing Policies:

  • A ticket is required for everyone entering the theater, including infants. Some events may not allow young children.
  • Until further notice, masks or face coverings are required at all times while inside the Hult Center.
  • Ticket orders are subject to fees. No refunds or exchanges.
  • Patrons arriving late will be seated at an appropriate break in the performance. If seating has ended, you may not be admitted into the event.
  • Policies subject to change. For the latest information, click here.
  • Starting September 1, 2021, all patrons must provide proof of vaccination or negative Covid test along with valid Government issued I.D. to attend performances.  Full details on policy, refunds and FAQs are available on our Health & Safety section at hultcenter.org