September 2018
Lynn Philharmonia
The PBI Award–winning Lynn Philharmonia will perform its first concert of the season at the Wold Performing Arts Center in Boca Raton September 29 and 30. The program will include pieces by Wagner and Tchaikovsky, as well as Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante with Elmar Oliveira on violin and Guillermo Figueroa on viola.
Find out more »April 2020
The 25th Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films Red Carpet and Award Show
The 25th Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films (SSOF) will announce winners at an exciting red carpet and award show. With entries from all corners of the state, Florida's largest student film competition will present scholarships, cash and prizes to high school and college winning entries. An international panel of entertainment industry professionals judged student submissions. One deserving Palm Beach County student will receive the Burt Reynolds Scholarship. Entertainer Vanilla Ice will present the eponymous Music Video award. Now in…
Find out more »December 2025
Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Soprano
Directed by Ana Calise. It's 1934, and the clever and combustible Lucille Wiley, manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is ready to welcome world-class soprano Elena Firenzi for her one-night-only starring role in Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley's mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day. Based on Ken Ludwig's Tony Award-winning Lend Me A Tenor, this madcap screwball comedy…
Find out more »Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Soprano
Directed by Ana Calise. It's 1934, and the clever and combustible Lucille Wiley, manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is ready to welcome world-class soprano Elena Firenzi for her one-night-only starring role in Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley's mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day. Based on Ken Ludwig's Tony Award-winning Lend Me A Tenor, this madcap screwball comedy…
Find out more »Ken Ludwig’s Lend Me a Soprano
Directed by Ana Calise. It's 1934, and the clever and combustible Lucille Wiley, manager of the Cleveland Grand Opera Company, is ready to welcome world-class soprano Elena Firenzi for her one-night-only starring role in Carmen. Alas, Elena arrives late, her impassioned husband Pasquale has a fit of jealousy, and it remains to be seen whether Mrs. Wiley's mousy but determined assistant Jo can save the day. Based on Ken Ludwig's Tony Award-winning Lend Me A Tenor, this madcap screwball comedy…
Find out more »Gingerbread Holiday Concert
Celebrate the season with music and magic. Join us for the 2025 Gingerbread Holiday Concert at Lynn University's Keith C. and Elaine Johnson Wold Performing Arts Center. Enjoy a memorable afternoon of holiday favorites performed by the talented students of the Lynn University Conservatory of Music. Perfect for families, friends and music lovers of all ages. Sponsored by Boca Magazine and Sodexo, with chair Kristen Cook Oliver, this pops concert raises funds for scholarships for talented student musicians. Your support…
Find out more »January 2026
Voisin Competition Judge’s Recital
The Roger Voisin Memorial Trumpet Competition was established by celebrated trumpeter, Marc Reese, in honor of his former teacher and mentor. Come hear the 2026 jury in recital. This year's jury includes Mireia Farrés Bosch, Caleb Hudson and Robert Sullivan. Don't miss this rare opportunity to hear these titans of the trumpet world perform live. The program features the world premiere of the 2026 commissioned work by renowned composer Kenneth Frazelle. Competition finalists will be announced at the conclusion of…
Find out more »Voisin Competition Final Round and Award Ceremony
The Roger Voisin Memorial Trumpet Competition was established by celebrated trumpeter, Marc Reese, in honor of his former teacher and mentor. Competitors face off in their final attempt to sway the judges in their favor. This round will feature our finalists as soloists with Lynn Philharmonia under the baton of Maestro Gerald Karni. Please join us for the Awards Ceremony immediately following the final performance.
Find out more »2026 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, Final Round
Come and be a part of history in the making as four of the world's most extraordinary young violinists take the stage in the Final Round of the 2026 Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition, each performing a concerto of their choice by either Brahms, Dvořák, Mendelssohn, Prokofiev, Saint-Saëns, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky or Vieuxtemps. In collaboration with the Lynn University Philharmonia conducted by Gerald Karni, these finalists compete for over $175,000 in prizes and the winner will be announced live, immediately following…
Find out more »Piano Passion: From the Studio of Roberta Rust
This annual event is a celebration of pianistic poetry and virtuosity, as demonstrated by the highly gifted piano majors from the Lynn University Conservatory of Music studio of Roberta Rust. These young artists perform their favorite music from the solo piano repertoire as Rust provides informative remarks about the works.
Find out more »Philharmonia No. 3
Guillermo Figueroa, music director and conductor Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 by George Frideric Handel The Unanswered Question by Charles Ives Symphony No. 2 in D Major, op. 73 by Johannes Brahms
Find out more »February 2026
Philharmonia No. 3
Guillermo Figueroa, music director and conductor Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 by George Frideric Handel The Unanswered Question by Charles Ives Symphony No. 2 in D Major, op. 73 by Johannes Brahms
Find out more »Into the Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child…
Find out more »Into the Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child…
Find out more »Into the Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child…
Find out more »Into the Woods
James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone's favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece... and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching. The story follows a Baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child…
Find out more »Master Class with Anthony de Mare
Join us for a free master class with Anthony de Mare, one of the world's foremost champions of contemporary music. Known for his visionary artistry and transformative interpretations, de Mare brings decades of insight into the works of living composers and the dynamic possibilities of multi-piano works. Learn directly from a pianist whose collaborations with artists such as Steve Reich, Meredith Monk, Nico Muhly and Jon Batiste have helped redefine the modern repertoire. A brilliant teacher and captivating performer, de…
Find out more »New Music Festival turns 20!
Glen Cortese, 2026 composer-in-residence and conductor Lisa Leonard, director and pianist Lynn Philharmonia Congratulations on 20 years of new music at Lynn! Join us for a special Gala Concert, a landmark event honoring two decades of bold, imaginative, and groundbreaking programming, commissions, and premieres. This unforgettable evening features an all-American program, highlighted by the world premiere of a thrilling new piano concerto by acclaimed composer Glen Cortese, commissioned especially for this milestone celebration. At the heart of the program is…
Find out more »March 2026
Philharmonia No. 4
Jon Robertson, conductor Roberta Rust, piano Prelude to Act 1 from Die Meistersinger, WWV 96 by Richard Wagner Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major, K. 488 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, op. 67 by Ludwig van Beethoven
Find out more »Philharmonia No. 4
Jon Robertson, conductor Roberta Rust, piano Prelude to Act 1 from Die Meistersinger, WWV 96 by Richard Wagner Piano Concerto No. 23 in A major, K. 488 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Symphony No. 5 in C Minor, op. 67 by Ludwig van Beethoven
Find out more »April 2026
Dr. Jon Robertson Tribute Concert Featuring Lynn University Philharmonia
Lynn University invites you to join us for a night of celebration as we honor the retirement of Dr. Jon Robertson, beloved dean and artistic visionary of our Conservatory of Music. The Lynn Philharmonia will perform a concert celebrating Jon's enduring legacy and the generations of musicians he has inspired. Proceeds from this special evening will benefit the Jon Robertson Endowed Scholarship, which supports talented conservatory students in pursuit of their musical dreams. Champagne welcome: 6:30 p.m. Concert begins: 7:30…
Find out more »Philharmonia No. 5
Guillermo Figueroa, music director and conductor David Finckel, cello Symphony No. 1 in F Minor, op. 10 by Dmitri Shostakovich Don Quixote for Cello and Orchestra, op. 35 by Richard Strauss To learn more about Saturday's special show, visit the Dr. Jon Robertson Tribute Concert event page.
Find out more »2026 Celebration of the Arts
Step into an unforgettable evening of creativity and community at the Celebration of the Arts: Lynn University's beloved, sold-out showcase returning bigger and bolder than ever. The annual show is a variety-style performance featuring musical theater, dance, and contemporary music, complete with Broadway-style singing and dancing. Celebration 2026 will showcase the talents of students, faculty, staff and alumni.
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