Jazz meets the concert hall in this genre-blending evening of bold musical expression. Saxophonist Simon Harding and the Iowa Bop Collective—an ensemble of top jazz artists rooted in the Cedar Valley—take the spotlight in Charlie Parker with Strings, a heartfelt tribute to the legendary bebop innovator. Their Iowa-grown take on this iconic work bridges traditions with style and […]
Ring in the New Year with the vibrant rhythms of Orquesta Alto Maíz, affectionately known as "The Salsa Band" of Iowa. Formed in 1984 at the University of Northern Iowa, this ensemble has been igniting dance floors across the Midwest for over three decades with their electrifying blend of Latin jazz and salsa. Join wcfsymphony for […]
Opera’s most powerful moments come alive as wcfsymphony partners with the Met Chorale, directed by Ryan Occeña, and Bel Canto Cedar Valley, directed by Alice Reid Pruisner, to bring the genre’s greatest choruses to the concert stage. From Verdi’s La Traviata to Mozart’s Magic Flute and beyond, this unforgettable evening of opera’s greatest hits will fill the hall with energy, emotion, and the strength of […]
Start the season on a high note with a concert featuring distinguished guest violinist Amy Schwartz Moretti that’s equal parts sweeping drama and lyrical beauty. Our 2025–26 season opener pairs the rich, romantic warmth of Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2 with the soaring melodies of Barber’s beloved Violin Concerto. From stirring symphonic peaks to heart-stopping solo moments, this program sets the […]
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at our FREE Summer Concert Series - Saturday, August 30th at 7:30pm at River Place Plaza in Cedar Falls & Sunday, August 31st at 7:30pm at Kohlmann Park in Waverly! This outdoor concert will feature the music of legendary Oscar & Grammy-winning composer John Williams, including Star Wars, Raiders of the […]
Celebrate Labor Day weekend at our FREE Summer Concert Series - Saturday, August 30th at 7:30pm at River Place Plaza in Cedar Falls & Sunday, August 31st at 7:30pm at Kohlmann Park in Waverly! This outdoor concert will feature the music of legendary Oscar & Grammy-winning composer John Williams, including Star Wars, Raiders of the […]
