Portland Symphony Orchestra

Come hear the Portland Symphony Orchestra present America the Beautiful featuring: Byron Stripling, guest conductor & trumpet.

Experience a musical journey that captures the heart and soul of the nation through its rich tapestry of sound. This exhilarating concert experience showcases the evolution of American music, from spirituals and gospel tunes that lifted spirits to the rhythms of ragtime and the heartfelt passion of the blues. Stripling’s charismatic trumpet and vocals, along with the incredible talents of the dynamic keyboardist Bobby Floyd, lead the audience through the birth of jazz, the soulful grooves of R&B, and all the vibrant genres that define the American soundscape.

Sunday, November 22, 2026

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Show begins at 2:30 p.m.

At the Merrill Auditorium

20 Myrtle Street

Portland, ME

Registration: $45

Tickets are for seats in the center orchestra section.

Please note that tickets are non-refundable and available on a first-come, first-served basis.