Palm Beach Symphony Presents “The Encore” Concert Featuring Community Side-by-Side and Guest Pianist Kevin Kenner

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 7:30 PM 

Kravis Center for the Performing Arts

701 Okeechobee Boulevard West Palm Beach, FL 33401

Attire: Cocktail

Description

Palm Beach Symphony’s “The Encore” concert will conclude the 2024-2025 Masterworks Series on May 19. Fulfilling their mission to engage, educate and entertain the community, the Symphony will share the stage with more than 100 middle and high school students, undergraduate and graduate students, music teachers, and community members who will play side-by-side with the Symphony’s professional musicians for a special performance of Brahms’ Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80. Guest pianist Kevin Kenner will celebrate his 62nd birthday with a performance of Frédéric Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 21. Led by Palm Beach Symphony Music Director and Conductor Gerard Schwarz, the evening will also feature Ludwig van Beethoven’s landmark Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, Op. 67. Prior to the concert, guests will enjoy visiting with community organizations that will be set up in the Kravis Center lobby to share information about how to engage with their programs. ABOUT PALM BEACH SYMPHONY Palm Beach Symphony is South Florida’s premier orchestra known for its diverse repertoire and commitment to community. Founded in 1974, this 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization adheres to a mission of engaging, educating, and entertaining the greater community of the Palm Beaches through live performances of inspiring orchestral music. The orchestra is celebrated for delivering spirited performances by first-rate musicians and distinguished guest artists. Recognized by The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County with a 2020 Muse Award for Outstanding Community Engagement, Palm Beach Symphony continues to expand its education and community outreach programs with children’s concerts, student coaching sessions and master classes, instrument donations and free public concerts that have reached more than 75,000 students in recent years. For more information, visit www.palmbeachsymphony.org.