Celebrate a historic milestone as America marks its 250th anniversary with a spectacular evening of music. LSU's flagship ensembles, the symphony orchestra, wind ensemble, and A Cappella Choir join together for a powerful showcase of iconic American composers that include Aaron Copland, Randall Thompson, Tobias Picker, and John Adams. This celebratory program highlights the richness, diversity, and spirit of American music. You won't want to miss this inspiring tribute to the nation's artistic legacy and rare combination of LSU's premiere musical groups.

In a rare and exciting collaboration, the LSU Symphony Orchestra and the Turner-Fischer Center for Opera join forces to present a special semi-staged peformance of Of Thee I Sing. As part of the celebration of American's 250th anniversary, this groundbreaking musical by George and Ira Gershwin returns to the spotlight with all the brilliance that made it the first musical to receive the Pulitzer Prize. WIth its irresistible score, sharp satire, and exuberant wit, Of Thee I Sing delights even as it lampoons the machinery of politics, ambition, and corruption. Proving its humor remains strikingly timely.