Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1

Beethoven’s Symphony No. 1 bursts onto the scene with youthful energy, classical elegance, and a few mischievous surprises—because even a musical revolutionary has to start somewhere. Under the baton of François López-Ferrer, soprano Madison Leonard (a Utah Opera favorite recently seen in Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro) dazzles with some of Mozart’s most enchanting arias.

The program also features Arvo Pärt’s whimsically titled Wenn Bach Bienen gezüchtet hätte (“If Bach Had Been a Beekeeper”), a buzzing, hypnotic play on the letters B-A-C-H—an homage to the composer’s name rather than his era. Last performed by the Utah Symphony at St. Mary’s in 2019, it offers a witty nod to Baroque lineage with Pärt’s minimalist touch.

The Beach Boys

What is summer without songs from The Beach Boys?! Marking more than a half-century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequaled in America’s musical history. Dozens of the band's chart toppers have become eternal anthems of American youth: “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” and “Kokomo.” With more than five decades of touring under their belts, The Beach Boys have performed more concerts than any major rock band in history—and they return to the Deer Valley® Music Festival for two unforgettable summer nights! These concerts are expected to sell out, so secure your tickets today!

The Beach Boys

What is summer without songs from The Beach Boys?! Marking more than a half-century of making music, the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequaled in America’s musical history. Dozens of the band's chart toppers have become eternal anthems of American youth: “Surfin’ USA,” “Surfer Girl,” “Fun, Fun, Fun,” “I Get Around,” “California Girls,” “Good Vibrations,” “Wouldn’t It Be Nice,” and “Kokomo.” With more than five decades of touring under their belts, The Beach Boys have performed more concerts than any major rock band in history—and they return to the Deer Valley® Music Festival for two unforgettable summer nights! These concerts are expected to sell out, so secure your tickets today!

Mozart & Haydn

Three composers, three great cities, and one unforgettable finale! Taichi Fukumura takes the podium for the final St. Mary’s performance of the summer, leading a program that captures the energy and spirit of the places that inspired it.

Stravinsky’s crisp and playful Dumbarton Oaks channels the vitality of Washington, D.C., with jazz-inflected counterpoint and rhythmic zest. Mozart’s bold “Paris” Symphony follows—a dazzling showpiece designed to impress the city’s sophisticated audiences.

Haydn’s “Oxford” Symphony wraps up the evening with his signature charm and wit—a symphony so masterfully crafted, it was performed when he received an honorary doctorate. No studying required to enjoy this grand finale!

The Music of Journey

Journey’s music isn’t just iconic—it’s part of our collective memory. You’ve shouted “Don’t Stop Believin’” in your car, at karaoke, maybe even at your wedding. Now, experience it like never before: live in the mountains with the Utah Symphony, vocalist Juan Del Castillo, and a killer band that brings every note to life.

From “Faithfully” to “Any Way You Want It,” every song inspires a surge of connection, nostalgia, and pure joy—shared with a crowd who loves it just as much as you do. This is the kind of night that leaves you buzzing, smiling, and maybe even tearing up a little on the drive home.

Tchaikovsky's 1812 Overture

The epic tradition returns for one night only—Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture—performed exactly as the composer intended, with real live cannons! Celebrate the patriotic season as the symphony brings this explosive masterpiece to life, along with other favorites to enjoy in the great outdoors.

Art on the Trails Utah Symphony Principal Horn Jessica Danz and her husband, trumpeter Christopher Danz, perform as part of this popular annual event connecting arts, culture, and nature. A guide will take you on a leisurely, 1.5 hour hike and you’ll enjoy seven unique performances, as well as visual artworks, along the journey. Be inspired by art in unexpected ways in this immersive experience on the McLeod Creek Trail in Park City, presented by the Arts Council of Park City and Summit County.