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2024/25 Season Ticket packages available now
Fantastic music. New, memorable experiences.
2024/25 Season Ticket packages available now
Fantastic music. New, memorable experiences.
Magnificent musicianship that will refresh and recharge you! KC's premier live music experience is right here. Let's make great memories together. Curated Season Ticket packages filled with musical fireworks and new, memorable experiences. Secure the best available seats now.
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What to Expect at the Symphony
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What to Expect at the Symphony
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Spotlight | Principal Tuba, Frank Byrne Chair
Joe LeFevre
Spotlight | Principal Tuba, Frank Byrne Chair
Joe LeFevre
Joe LeFevre joined the Kansas City Symphony in 2018. Prior to this appointment, he was principal tuba of the Civic Orchestra of Chicago. LeFevre holds a bachelor’s degree in tuba performance with an emphasis in music education from Michigan State University. He has studied with Phil Sinder, Gene Pokorny, Mike Roylance, Dennis Nulty, Deanna Swoboda, Jacob Cameron and Bill Short. He has performed as soloist with the Kansas City Symphony, Michigan State University Wind Symphony, and Civic Orchestra of Chicago. In addition, he has subbed with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic, St. Louis Symphony Orchestra, Detroit Symphony Orchestra, the Santa Fe Opera, and Cincinnati Pops Orchestra, and he was a Tanglewood Music Center fellow in 2016. LeFevre was won and medaled in various international competitions including the Leonard Falcone International Tuba and Euphonium Festival Competition and the International Tuba and Euphonium Conference Soloist Competition. In 2013, LeFevre was a member of the Michigan State Spartan Marching Band when they performed at the 100th Rose Bowl Game.
LeFevre is a native of Kalamazoo, Michigan. In his spare time, he enjoys triathlon, collecting watches, fantasy football, and spending time with family and friends. He is an avid sports fan and lifelong baseball and football enthusiast. Joe has adopted the Chiefs however despite Kansas City’s best intentions, he remains a devoted Detroit Tigers fan. Joe and his wife call Kansas City home and live with their three dogs Ash, Luna, and Toby.
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