The SSSO kicks off their 92nd season with an appearance at Zankel Music Center and Proctors! Experience a captivating evening of storytelling through music. Beethoven’s “Overture to Egmont” sets the stage with heroic intensity, while Strauss’ “Macbeth” brings Shakespeare’s tragic character to life in dramatic orchestral form. The program concludes when the SSSO is joined by guest pianist Philip Fisher for Leonard Bernstein’s “Symphony No. 2, The Age of Anxiety,” a gripping, jazz-infused journey inspired by W. H. Auden’s epic poem.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 6 p.m. at Zankel! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Subscriptions start at $65. Get yours today by calling the Box Office at (518) 346-6204. Learn more about subscribing here. Single tickets available at a later date.

Guest Artist:

Philip Edward Fisher is recognized widely as a unique performer of refined style and exceptional versatility. International tours as a prolific soloist and ensemble musician have taken Mr. Fisher across his native United Kingdom to Italy, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Norway, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Japan, Ukraine and the United States. 2002 marked his New York debut at Alice Tully Hall, performing Rachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto under the baton of Maestro Larry Rachleff. His debut CD with the Naxos label, Handel Keyboard Suites Volume 1, was released in early 2010 and hit the US Classical Billboard Chart within the first week. This was followed by volume 2 in 2015. His release on the Chandos label, Piano Works by “The Mighty Handful”, was featured on Classic FM as John Suchet’s “Album of the Week”, as “CD of the Week” in the London Telegraph, and was shortlisted in the Best Solo Album category of the International Classical Music Awards. The most recent release on the Naxos label – the complete solo piano works of John Corigliano, including the composer`s Piano Concerto with the Albany Symphony and David Alan Miller, has been met with great critical acclaim.

Philip has appeared at Merkin Hall and Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, and his United Kingdom credits include performances at the Purcell Room; Wigmore Hall; Barbican Centre and Royal Festival Hall in London; Usher Hall in Edinburgh; the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and Symphony Hall in Birmingham. He has performed concertos with, amongst others, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra; Copenhagen Philharmonic; Tampere Philharmonic; San Antonio Symphony; Albany Symphony; Toledo Symphony; Juilliard Symphony; and the Cabrillo Festival Orchestra, working with conductors such as Hannu Lintu; David Alan Miller; Sebastian Lang-Lessing; Cristian Macelaru; John Axelrod; Larry Rachleff; James Lowe and Giordano Bellincampi.

Dedicated to the showcasing of new music, Mr. Fisher has given local and national premieres of numerous contemporary pieces and has worked in close collaboration with prominent composers such as Ronald Stevenson, Thomas Ades, Arvo Pärt, Lowell Liebermann, John Musto and John Corigliano.

Additionally known for his unique chamber music abilities, Philip is a highly sought-after ensemble performer, having collaborated with renowned performers such as tenor Robert White; soprano Amy Burton; violinists Joshua Bell; Elmar Oliviera; Philippe Graffin and Augustin Hadelich, and clarinetist Anthony McGill. He has appeared at Music at Menlo, the Beethoven Chamber Music Festival and the Kyoto International Music Festival.

Broadcasts have included New York’s WQXR and Boston’s WGBH; BBC’s Radio 3; Classic FM, and he has appeared on Ukrainian Television, the BBC and MTV.

Philip Edward Fisher began his musical training at the age of nine and made his first public appearance only a year later. His concerto debut followed at age 12, performing Shostakovich’s Second Concerto at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall. He went on to obtain degrees from the Royal Academy of Music and the Juilliard School, studying with Christopher Elton, Joseph Kalichstein, and Jerome Lowenthal.

In 2001, Philip was a recipient of the Julius Isserlis Scholarship by the Royal Philharmonic Society of London, one of the largest and most prestigious awards of its kind available to a British musician. He was elected an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music as part of its honours list for 2016.

The SSSO kicks off their 92nd season with an appearance at Zankel Music Center and Proctors! Experience a captivating evening of storytelling through music. Beethoven’s “Overture to Egmont” sets the stage with heroic intensity, while Strauss’ “Macbeth” brings Shakespeare’s tragic character to life in dramatic orchestral form. The program concludes when the SSSO is joined by guest pianist Philip Fisher for Leonard Bernstein’s “Symphony No. 2, The Age of Anxiety,” a gripping, jazz-infused journey inspired by W. H. Auden’s epic poem.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at Proctors! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Single tickets available at a later date. Learn more about subscribing here.

Guest Artist:

Philip Edward Fisher is recognized widely as a unique performer of refined style and exceptional versatility. International tours as a prolific soloist and ensemble musician have taken Mr. Fisher across his native United Kingdom to Italy, Austria, Denmark, Finland, Switzerland, Norway, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Japan, Ukraine and the United States. 2002 marked his New York debut at Alice Tully Hall, performing Rachmaninov’s Third Piano Concerto under the baton of Maestro Larry Rachleff. His debut CD with the Naxos label, Handel Keyboard Suites Volume 1, was released in early 2010 and hit the US Classical Billboard Chart within the first week. This was followed by volume 2 in 2015. His release on the Chandos label, Piano Works by “The Mighty Handful”, was featured on Classic FM as John Suchet’s “Album of the Week”, as “CD of the Week” in the London Telegraph, and was shortlisted in the Best Solo Album category of the International Classical Music Awards. The most recent release on the Naxos label – the complete solo piano works of John Corigliano, including the composer`s Piano Concerto with the Albany Symphony and David Alan Miller, has been met with great critical acclaim.

Philip has appeared at Merkin Hall and Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, and his United Kingdom credits include performances at the Purcell Room; Wigmore Hall; Barbican Centre and Royal Festival Hall in London; Usher Hall in Edinburgh; the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and Symphony Hall in Birmingham. He has performed concertos with, amongst others, the Royal Scottish National Orchestra; Copenhagen Philharmonic; Tampere Philharmonic; San Antonio Symphony; Albany Symphony; Toledo Symphony; Juilliard Symphony; and the Cabrillo Festival Orchestra, working with conductors such as Hannu Lintu; David Alan Miller; Sebastian Lang-Lessing; Cristian Macelaru; John Axelrod; Larry Rachleff; James Lowe and Giordano Bellincampi.

Dedicated to the showcasing of new music, Mr. Fisher has given local and national premieres of numerous contemporary pieces and has worked in close collaboration with prominent composers such as Ronald Stevenson, Thomas Ades, Arvo Pärt, Lowell Liebermann, John Musto and John Corigliano.

Additionally known for his unique chamber music abilities, Philip is a highly sought-after ensemble performer, having collaborated with renowned performers such as tenor Robert White; soprano Amy Burton; violinists Joshua Bell; Elmar Oliviera; Philippe Graffin and Augustin Hadelich, and clarinetist Anthony McGill. He has appeared at Music at Menlo, the Beethoven Chamber Music Festival and the Kyoto International Music Festival.

Broadcasts have included New York’s WQXR and Boston’s WGBH; BBC’s Radio 3; Classic FM, and he has appeared on Ukrainian Television, the BBC and MTV.

Philip Edward Fisher began his musical training at the age of nine and made his first public appearance only a year later. His concerto debut followed at age 12, performing Shostakovich’s Second Concerto at Birmingham’s Symphony Hall. He went on to obtain degrees from the Royal Academy of Music and the Juilliard School, studying with Christopher Elton, Joseph Kalichstein, and Jerome Lowenthal.

In 2001, Philip was a recipient of the Julius Isserlis Scholarship by the Royal Philharmonic Society of London, one of the largest and most prestigious awards of its kind available to a British musician. He was elected an Associate of the Royal Academy of Music as part of its honours list for 2016.

Ring in the holiday season with this cherished annual tradition! Featuring festive orchestral favorites and special guest artists, “Poinsettia Pops” is a joyful celebration of the sounds of the season, perfect for the whole family.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with our guest artists and Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese an hour before each performance at UPH! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Subscriptions start at $65. Get yours today by calling the Box Office at (518) 346-6204. Learn more about subscribing here. Single tickets available at a later date.

Step into the world of mystery and deduction with “221B: A Sherlock Holmes Opera,” inspired by the legendary detective stories of Arthur Conan Doyle. The opera is composed by SSSO Conductor and Artistic Director Glen Cortese, with the libretto by Brian Clay Luedloff. This thrilling musical experience brings the intrigue of Baker Street to life through a gripping operatic mystery. Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at UPH! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Subscriptions start at $65. Get yours today by calling the Box Office at (518) 346-6204. Learn more about subscribing here. Single tickets available at a later date.

Role and Artist:
Abigail Hunt — Brittany Palmer
John Watson — Joseph Han
Sherlock Holmes — Casey Gray
Inspector Lestrade — Andrew Boisvert
Mrs. Hudson — Ann Marie Adamick
Irene Adler — Sylvia Stoner 
Young Watson — Andrew Burger
James Moriarty — TBD

View all bios here.

This evocative program explores the intersection of literature and music. Debussy’s “La Cathédrale Engloutie” inspired by medieval legend and Albert Le Grand’s writings, conjures the image of a sunken cathedral rising from the sea. Schwantner’s “New Morning for the World: Daybreak of Freedom” weaves excerpts from Martin Luther King Jr.’s speeches into a stirring orchestral tribute. The concert concludes with Corigliano’s “Mr. Tambourine Man,” a unique and powerful reinterpretation of Bob Dylan’s iconic lyrics.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at Proctors! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Subscriptions start at $65. Get yours today by calling the Box Office at (518) 346-6204. Learn more about subscribing here. Single tickets available at a later date.

Guest artist bio:

French soprano Mia Mandineau is quickly becoming recognized for her beautiful voice, sensitive artistry and compelling stage presence. 

Ms. Mandineau joined Detroit Opera as a Resident Artist for the 2025–26 season. She will appear in “The Handmaid’s Tale” by Ruders and “Apartment House 1776” by Cage, along with numerous concerts throughout the Detroit area.

During the 2024-25 season, Ms. Mandineau performed the role of Fiordiligi in Hillman Opera’s production of Mozart’s “Così fan tutte,” Micaëla in the Washington National Opera Orchestra and City Choir of Washington’s concert production of Bizet’s “Carmen,” Flora Bervoix in the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra’s concert production of Verdi’s “Traviata;” Irene Adler in the world premiere of Glen Cortese’s opera “221B: A Sherlock Holmes Opera;” as well as Mother Abbess in “The Sound of Music” at the Rockefeller Arts Center (NY).

Ms. Mandineau was a District Winner and Regional Finalist in the 2024 Metropolitan Opera’s Laffont Competition. That same season, she joined the Wolf Trap Opera Company as a Studio Artist; and performed a principal role in the world premiere of Bentz & Feng’s opera “Having Guests for Dinner.” 

In addition to her work as a performer, Ms. Mandineau is passionate about arts education. As the founder of the successful YouTube channel “L’Opéra et ses Zouz,” she has enjoyed partnerships with the Opéra de Paris, the Festival d’Aix-en-Provence, the Théâtre des Champs-Élysées, the Opéra National de Bordeaux, Detroit Opera, OperaVision, as well as the national French radio and television.

Ms. Mandineau was awarded a Fellowship to SUNY Fredonia School of Music and obtained her master’s degree in Vocal Performance in 2025, under the tutelage of Don Marrazzo, with whom she also completed her bachelor’s degree at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA) and her Artist Certificate at the Musical Horizons Conservatory in Athens. 

For the season finale, the SSSO makes an appearance at UPH and Proctors! Joined by Saratoga Voices, the SSSO will present an inspiring celebration of music and poetry. Florence Price’s “Four Songs from the Weary Blues” brings the evocative words of Langston Hughes to life, while Vaughan Williams’ “Towards the Unknown Region” sets Walt Whitman’s poetry to sweeping, emotional music. The program closes with Mendelssohn’s enchanting “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” capturing Shakespeare’s timeless tale of magic, love, and mischief.

Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 6 p.m. at UPH! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Tickets are $17–$24. Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Subscriptions start at $65. Get yours today by calling the Box Office at (518) 346-6204. Learn more about subscribing here. Single tickets available at a later date.

Guest artist:

Burnt Hills Oratorio Society (BHOS) was founded in 1970 to gather talented singers to perform classical choral masterworks with orchestral accompaniment. In recent years, the 50-70 member chorus diversified its repertoire to include holiday concerts and cabarets in a wider area, including Saratoga Springs. This growth and transformation led to a name change to better reflect our mission: Saratoga Voices. “We are excited to welcome our dynamic new Artistic Director, Noah Palmer, as we begin our 2023-24 Concert Season,” says Carol Drake, President of our Board. Mr. Palmer is the group’s sixth Artistic Director in the organization’s 54- year history, including the BHOS years.  Mr. Palmer is currently Assistant Music Director of Albany Pro Musica, Artistic Director of Music at Trinity Lenox, and an Assistant Conductor at Opera Saratoga. For more information about Saratoga Voices, see their website at www.saratogavoices.org.

For the season finale, the SSSO makes an appearance at UPH and Proctors! Joined by Saratoga Voices, the SSSO will present an inspiring celebration of music and poetry. Florence Price’s “Four Songs from the Weary Blues” brings the evocative words of Langston Hughes to life, while Vaughan Williams’ “Towards the Unknown Region” sets Walt Whitman’s poetry to sweeping, emotional music. The program closes with Mendelssohn’s enchanting “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” capturing Shakespeare’s timeless tale of magic, love, and mischief. Don’t miss the pre-concert talk with Artistic Director/Conductor Glen Cortese at 2 p.m. at Procotrs! It’s an excellent way to learn more about the music and an opportunity to ask questions about the performance. All are invited to attend. 

Children under 18 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult.

Run time: 2 hours

This concert is currently only available on the SSSO subscription. Single tickets available at a later date. Learn more about subscribing here.

Guest artist: Burnt Hills Oratorio Society (BHOS) was founded in 1970 to gather talented singers to perform classical choral masterworks with orchestral accompaniment. In recent years, the 50-70 member chorus diversified its repertoire to include holiday concerts and cabarets in a wider area, including Saratoga Springs. This growth and transformation led to a name change to better reflect our mission: Saratoga Voices. “We are excited to welcome our dynamic new Artistic Director, Noah Palmer, as we begin our 2023-24 Concert Season,” says Carol Drake, President of our Board. Mr. Palmer is the group’s sixth Artistic Director in the organization’s 54- year history, including the BHOS years.  Mr. Palmer is currently Assistant Music Director of Albany Pro Musica, Artistic Director of Music at Trinity Lenox, and an Assistant Conductor at Opera Saratoga. For more information about Saratoga Voices, see their website at www.saratogavoices.org.