Jefferson Symphony Valentine Concert: Shall We Dance? Saturday, February 14, 2026 1:00 p.m. at the Green Center
JSO Principal Flute Elizabeth Hicks-Kimmey performs the world premiere of Synchrony for Silver by local composer Cherise Leiter.
Dance is a shared human instinct, expressed across cultures and centuries. Today’s program celebrates that instinct in many forms through the Jefferson Symphony Orchestra.
From the earthy snap and sway of Hungarian Dance No. 5 and Slavonic Dance No. 1 to the elegance of the Blue Danube Waltz, these works translate social movement into sound—music written to evoke spinning couples, stamping feet, and the momentum of bodies in motion. Even when the dance is imagined rather than literal, the rhythmic drive is undeniable, carrying the audience along with it.
Ballet excerpts like the Adagio from Swan Lake emphasize poise and lyricism, while American and Latin-influenced works—Variations on a Shaker Melody, Danzon No. 2, Malambo from Estancia, and Mambo from West Side Story—lean into groove, pulse, and communal energy. The tango-inflected Libertango shows how dance has inspired composers in the modern era, blending tradition with contemporary color.
Taken together, these pieces form a global tour of music that invites you not just to listen, but to embrace the urge to move.
Use promo code GOLDEN to save 15% off tickets online at https://www.tickettailor.com/events/jeffersonsymphonyassociation/1730760
Location
Mines Green Center
924 16th Street (map)
