Taylor Series | FREE Holiday Recital
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:00 (America/Detroit) | Christ Episcopal Church, Charlevoix, 200 State Street, Charlevoix, MI, 49720, United States
FREE Holiday Chamber Music Recital
Experience the warmth and spirit of the holiday season in an intimate setting with a true chamber orchestra.
The recital will feature Christmas Concerti by Corelli, Locatelli, and Manfredini, along with Grieg’s Two Nordic Melodies and Klíng no, Klokka, arranged by the Danish String Quartet.
This special performance is generously underwritten by the Taylor Series and offered at no cost to the public—an unforgettable gift of music for all to enjoy.

Violins of Hope
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Great Lakes Center for the Arts, 800 Bay Harbor Dr., Petoskey, Michigan, 49770
The Story of a Violin That Survived the Holocaust
Violins of Hope concert tells a powerful story of a violin recovered from a Nazi concentration camp.
Violins of Hope is an internationally recognized project led by Israeli luthier Amnon Weinstein and his son Avshi, dedicated to restoring violins that survived the Holocaust and bringing them back to the concert stages. Today, these violins travel the world not as symbols of tragedy, but as symbols of resilience, hope, and the enduring power of music.
The voice of one of these violins will come alive in our community, featuring Auerbach’s T’filah (Prayer), Shostakovich-String Symphony, Schindler’s List theme, and Balgley’s Klezmer Concerto featuring Matheus Garcia Souza, Solo Violin.
Learn more about the Violins of Hope Project: HERE
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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Carnegie Hall Debut
2026-06-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Carnegie Hall, 881 Seventh Avenue, Manhattan, NY, 10019, United States
From northern Michigan to New York City – a milestone that belongs to all of us.
To celebrate our 25th anniversary and honor the visionaries who built this legacy, GLCO is making its debut at Carnegie Hall.
On June 8, 2026, GLCO will present the sound of northern Michigan to the world. This moment is more than a concert – it’s a celebration of everything we’ve built together. Whether you’ve attended one concert or have supported us from the beginning, this performance belongs to you.
If you can’t join us in NYC, we will bring this same concert home to Bay View on June 12.

Carnegie Homecoming
2026-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 | 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 highlights of the program—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 and guest conductor David Lockington, and the Carnegie Hall premiere of Anthony Patterson’s “The Match” Concertante.
This is also your achievement. Let’s celebrate together!
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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.
Joining us for this performance is vocalist Kelley Kessell, who has taken the stage as a soloist at premier venues including the Kennedy Center, the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, and the Baryshnikov Arts Center, with additional engagements nationwide. Most recently, Kessell joined the Nu Deco Ensemble as a background vocalist for Estelle and as a featured vocalist alongside Lupe Fiasco, bringing contemporary repertoire to life in symphonic settings.
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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.
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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.
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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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