New West Symphony

10/17/2026

We are thrilled and honored to share that New West Symphony Music Director Michael Christie conducted the Finnish National Opera’s production of The (R)evolution of Steve Jobs in Helsinki, Finland! And what made this extraordinary experience even more special was having members of the New West family travel all the way to Finland to see Maestro Christie lead this remarkable production.

It was an unforgettable experience and a tremendous source of pride for our entire New West Symphony family. What a thrill to see our Maestro on the international stage!

10/06/2026

Thank you to our guest conductor, Maestro Francesco Lecce-Chong, the musicians of the New West Symphony, the Pacific Festival Ballet, and the Los Robles Children’s Choir for presenting the Beethoven & Copland Concert this past weekend. The music, dance, and choir all came together to bring us a concert of glorious music, beautiful movement, and unforgettable moments.

And a very special thank you to our wonderful patrons for joining us and making this concert so special. We are grateful to have you with us in the concert hall!

What was your favorite moment from the Beethoven & Copland Concert? We’d love to hear from you! Share your favorite memory in the comments and tell us what moved you most.

Photo Credit: Eugene Yankevich

10/03/2026

We still have some seats left for Beethoven & Copland tonight. Join us for an evening of beautiful music, the Pacific Festival Ballet, and the Los Robles Children's Choir.

Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks at 7 p.m.

We look forward to seeing you soon. Get your tickets here - https://newwestsymphony.org/2026-masterpiece-series/beethoven-copland/

09/17/2026

What does Billy Joel think of Beethoven? He’s called Beethoven “the greatest composer who ever lived.” And this October, you can hear one of Beethoven’s earliest symphonies performed live by New West Symphony!

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 brings youthful energy, wit, and optimism to the concert hall.

Copland’s Appalachian Spring brings warmth and beauty to the stage — with original choreography by Pacific Festival Ballet.

And there’s even more: the New West Symphony, Pacific Festival Ballet, and the Los Robles Children’s Choir come together for a truly special celebration of music, movement, and collaboration.

Come hear Beethoven for yourself — and decide what you think!

Saturday, October 3 at 7 PM
Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks

Sunday, October 4 at 3 PM
Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, Camarillo

Reserve your seats today! https://newwestsymphony.org/2026-masterpiece-series/beethoven-copland/

09/13/2026

Come by at see us at the Spotlight on Arts Festival hosted by TOArts. We’re here until 5. Bank of America Performing Arts Center.

09/10/2026

Join us this Sunday at the Spotlight Arts Festival, hosted by . We'll have our Music Van on site. Stop by and try out the instruments used in a symphonic concert. It's a great experience for the entire family!

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday!

09/09/2026

🎶 One stage. Three extraordinary artistic forces. One unforgettable experience.

This October, New West Symphony’s Beethoven & Copland brings together three remarkable artistic partners:

🎻 New West Symphony
🩰 Pacific Festival Ballet
🎶 Los Robles Children’s Choir

Under the baton of guest conductor Francesco Lecce-Chong, Copland’s music comes alive through movement, the children’s choir adds warmth and joy, and the orchestra brings it all together.

It’s more than a concert—it’s a celebration of collaboration. Each artist brings something unique to the stage, creating a performance filled with energy, beauty, and connection.

Whether you’re a longtime New West Symphony fan or introducing a friend to the symphony for the first time, this is a program designed to inspire.

📍 Saturday, October 3 | Thousand Oaks
📍 Sunday, October 4 | Camarillo

🎟️ Reserve your seats and experience this extraordinary collaboration live!
https://newwestsymphony.org/2026-masterpiece-series/beethoven-copland/

08/31/2026

When music, movement, and young voices come together, something truly magical happens. ✨

We’re thrilled to welcome guest conductor Francesco Lecce-Chong to lead New West Symphony in a program he calls a “dream come true.”

🎻 Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1
🎶 Copland’s Old American Songs featuring the
🩰 Copland’s Appalachian Spring, brought to life with exciting new choreography by

This is more than a concert—it’s a vibrant collaboration of orchestra, ballet, and children’s voices, all sharing one unforgettable stage.

🎬 Hear Maestro Lecce-Chong explain why this program is so special in this video!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/PtR0rQMXi_A

📍 October 3 at 7:00 PM
Bank of America Performing Arts Center, Thousand Oaks
📍 October 4 at 3:00 PM
Rancho Campana Performing Arts Center, Camarillo

🎟️ Get your tickets now and experience the magic!
https://newwestsymphony.org/2026-masterpiece-series/beethoven-copland/

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08/24/2026

Some music doesn't just tell a story—it makes you feel it.

Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring has inspired audiences for generations with its warmth, hope, and unforgettable melodies, especially the beloved Shaker tune Simple Gifts.

This October, experience this American masterpiece performed live by the New West Symphony and brought to life through the artistry of the Pacific Festival Ballet.

It's a performance that celebrates music, movement, and the enduring spirit of America.

Join us October 3, 2026 in Thousand Oaks and October 4, 2026 in Camarillo.

🎟️ Reserve your seats today. https://newwestsymphony.org/2026-masterpiece-series/beethoven-copland/



Photo credit: Eugene Yankevich

08/14/2026

If you need a live classical music fix before our concerts resume in the Fall, you may want to consider going to the Hollywood Bowl.

The Rachmaninoff & Adams concert on August 28, 2026, 8pm, is sure to be an amazing evening listening to classical music under the stars. Gemma New leads Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances and Second Piano Concerto with Jeneba Kanneh-Mason, who makes her LA Phil debut.

Tickets are available through the Hollywood Bowl box office. https://bit.ly/rachadamshwb