Symphony in the Park

Join the Hawaiʻi Symphony Orchestra, led by Music & Artistic Director Dane Lam, for an unforgettable evening under the stars in this vibrant concert film, Symphony in the Park! This free event, generously supported by Alexander & Baldwin, brings the magic of the symphony to the heart of Kailua, creating a perfect family outing. Pack your picnic, grab your lawn chairs or blankets, and settle in for a dazzling program featuring summertime symphonic favorites from the stage and screen, alongside the incredible talents of Nā Hōkū ʻŌpio Young Stars Competition winners. Experience a captivating journey through classic and contemporary works, including Verdi’s powerful Overture to *La forza del destino*, Glière’s enchanting Concerto for Harp & Orchestra, and Dvořák’s deeply moving Cello Concerto. The program also showcases Tchaikovsky’s majestic “Polonaise” from *Eugene Onegin*, a piece from the Hawaiian Music Hall of Fame by Michael-Thomas Foumai, beloved selections from *Les Misérables* by Claude-Michel Schönberg, and the thrilling “Raiders March” from John Williams’ *Raiders of the Lost Ark*, concluding with Rossini’s iconic Overture to *William Tell*. Get ready for an evening of breathtaking music and cherished memories!