Debussy’s La Mer

7:30PM, Saturday, January 24, 2026
Dr. Phillips Center – Steinmetz Hall
445 S Magnolia Ave
Orlando, FL 32801
2:30PM, Sunday, January 25, 2026
Dr. Phillips Center – Steinmetz Hall
445 S Magnolia Ave
Orlando, FL 32801
Eric Jacobsen,conductor
Davóne Tines,bass-baritone
Edmar Colón,saxophone
Kayhan Kalhor,kamancheh
Stetson University Concert Choir
Stetson University Young Singers
University of Central Florida University Choir
SibeliusFinlandia
Osvaldo GolijovThe Creation (Special Preview)
MozartOverture to Don Giovanni
DebussyLa Mer

Experience the magic of orchestral brilliance as Music Director Eric Jacobsen conducts Debussy’s La Mer, Mozart’s Don Giovanni Overture, Sibelius’s powerful Finlandia, and a special preview of Osvaldo Golijov’s The Creation—four compelling works that capture the depth of musical storytelling. Sibelius’s Finlandia opens the program with a stirring journey from shadow to triumph, a bold expression of national pride and resilience that has become one of the most iconic orchestral works of all time. Golijov’s The Creation offers a powerful, contemporary reflection on humanity’s origins, blending rich orchestral color with global influences and spiritual intensity. Debussy’s La Mer immerses you in a breathtaking sonic seascape, where shimmering waves and dramatic swells evoke the ocean’s ever-changing moods. In contrast, Mozart’s electrifying Don Giovanni Overture sets the stage for intrigue and drama, its darkly thrilling energy and dynamic contrasts foreshadowing the legendary opera’s gripping tale. Together, these works promise an unforgettable journey through the beauty, mystery, and intensity of classical music.

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Artists

Eric Jacobsen
conductor
Music Director
Davóne Tines
bass-baritone
Edmar Colón
saxophone
Kayhan Kalhor
kamancheh