Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra

Carnegie Homecoming
2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Detroit) | John M. Hall Auditorium, Bay View
Bringing Our Carnegie Moment Home!
GLCO’s June 8th historical debut at Carnegie Hall marks a defining milestone—not just for the GLCO, but for the entire northern Michigan community that made it possible.
Now, we bring that moment home so we can share the music, the pride, and the joy with the people who inspired and supported us through our journey. Together, we’ve reached one of the world’s greatest stages — and now, we invite you to experience that same magic, right here at home.
The program will feature works by Dvorak, Daugherty, and Milhaud under the direction of Maestro Ondras.
And the highlight of the concert—Bruch’s Double Concerto in E minor, Op. 88, featuring Silver Medalist of the Tchaivkosky International Competition Dylana Jenson with our own Libor Ondras on viola, with guest conductor David Lockington.
This is also your achievement. Let’s celebrate together!
GLCO is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible experience for all. For accommodation requests or accessibility support, please contact our office at 231-487-0010.
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Lights. Camera. Music!
2026-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr., Petoskey, Michigan, 49770
A Red-Carpet Celebration for All
Join us for the grand finale of GLCO’s 25th anniversary season — an exciting orchestral celebration of the soundtracks that shaped generations.
Hear the iconic music of Hollywood’s greatest films — from James Bond and Harry Potter to Titanic, E.T., Pirates of the Caribbean, Mission: Impossible, Cinema Paradiso, and more — performed live by your orchestra.
Experience the thrill of award-winning movie music in a concert that brings generations together through the power of cinematic sound.
GLCO is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible experience for all. For accommodation requests or accessibility support, please contact our office at 231-487-0010.
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Ravel & Mendelssohn
2026-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 | John M. Hall Auditorium, Bay View
Featuring Gilmore Young Artist Winner
Celebrate bringing the next generation of exceptional talent to northern Michigan! Bask in the brilliance of Ravel’s Piano Concerto in G Major, featuring the Gilmore Young Artist Winner Elliot Wuu.
Praised for his “power, speed and finesse of artists twice his age” (Tribune Star), Elliot Wuu has captured audiences with colorful tones, sensitive musicality and emotional depth in his music. Wuu, a Young Steinway Artist, was named a 2018 Gilmore Young Artist, one of the most prestigious awards bestowed every two years to two young pianists up to 22 years old.
A proud recipient of a Kovner Fellowship Award at The Juilliard School, Wuu received his Bachelor of Music degree and continues his studies of Master of Music under the tutelage of Robert McDonald.
Also featured on this concert is Felix Mendelssohn’s famed Symphony No. 4, “Italian Symphony”, inspired by the colors and atmosphere of Italy, and Fanny Hensel’s (Felix Mendelssohn’s sister, also an accomplished composer) dazzling Overture in C Major.
GLCO is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible experience for all. For accommodation requests or accessibility support, please contact our office at 231-487-0010.
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Pietà: Sacred Works
2026-10-03 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Francis Xavier Church, Petoskey
The Passion of Sacred Music
Immerse yourself in this intimate setting with a true chamber orchestra–strings and harpsichord–and experience the passionate spirit of sacred music through the centuries.
This program features works written for countertenor, which gained popularity in Baroque opera and sacred music because of the pure, clear sound of the voice. Featured also are the 19th annual Young Artist Competition winners, Blaise Sytsma-Reed and Eeva Rintala, performing their winning movement of J.S. Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins.
GLCO is committed to creating a welcoming and accessible experience for all. For accommodation requests or accessibility support, please contact our office at 231-487-0010.
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Messiah by Candlelight
2026-12-10 19:00 - 2026-12-11 21:00 | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr., Petoskey, Michigan, 49770
Tis the Season for a Cherished Holiday Tradition!
Celebrate the spirit of the season with Messiah by Candlelight, featuring the GLCO Chorus and guest soloists.
Set in the warm glow of candlelight, this beloved performance of Handel’s Messiah offers a timeless message of hope, joy, and holiday spirit.
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Family Holiday Pops
2026-12-12 15:00 - 16:30 | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr., Petoskey, Michigan, 49770
Holiday fun for the whole family!
Join us for a joyful celebration filled with beloved carols, sing-alongs, and holiday favorites like The Grinch, The Polar Express, The Nutcracker, and more.
Perfect for all ages, this fun and heartwarming concert is sure to become a family favorite for seasons to come!
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