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Chris Thile With The Kansas City Symphony

Thursday, February 12

She’s Got Soul

Valentine's Weekend: February 13-15

Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets™ in Concert

February 19-22, 2026

Philharmonia Fantastique

Animated Orchestral Adventure

Saint-Saëns’s First Cello Concerto and Strauss

Experience longing, joy and passion

Final Symphony: Music from Final Fantasy®

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The Music of Billy Joel and Elton John

March 27-29, 2026

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

A Poetic Summer Night

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Experience

What to Expect at the Symphony

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What to Expect at the Symphony

Expect to enjoy yourself! There’s no need to study, but we do have notes, podcasts and playlists and more for your enjoyment.

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Community

Learning Through Orchestral Music

Community

Learning Through Orchestral Music

From programming in Helzberg Hall to community outreach, we have programs for people throughout the community to experience hands-on access to the symphonic music.

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Spotlight | Principal Trombone

Evelyn Carlson

Spotlight | Principal Trombone

Evelyn Carlson

A native New Yorker, Evelyn Carlson was hired as Principal Trombonist under Music Director Michael Stern, beginning her position during the 2023-24 season. 

Prior to her appointment at KCS, she spent 3 seasons as the Assistant Principal Trombonist of the National Symphony Orchestra.

Evelyn began private study with Tony Mazzocchi in high school; together they acknowledged her potential and her future teachers were also in lockstep with her high goals.  At Montclair State University, Evelyn studied with Colin Williams and Nikki Abissi before transferring to The Juilliard School. There she studied with Joseph Alessi, her idol from a young age.

Evelyn has attended Music Academy of the West and the National Orchestral Institute, and has won multiple national competitions.

Evelyn thanks her devoted parents for their support as she chased her musical aspirations.  She is excited to explore the fauna of Kansas City, as her love of animals has reemerged, and she is also excited to see what all the buzz is about Kansas City barbecue. 


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