Celebrate America's 250th anniversary as NJFO opens its 2026–2027 season with an inspiring musical journey. Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait honors Abraham Lincoln's enduring words through stirring orchestral music, while Antonín Dvořák's Symphony No. 9, "From the New World" captures the spirit of America through unforgettable melodies inspired by the composer's time in the United States.

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The performance at the Sieminski Theater features an expanded program with Mozart's sparkling Concerto for Two Pianos and Orchestra, K. 365, performed by acclaimed young pianists Kate Lee and Kaiden Griggs. Together, these rising stars bring exceptional artistry to one of Mozart's most joyful and virtuosic works, adding a vibrant showcase of brilliance and collaboration to this celebratory season-opening concert.