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MAHLER’S RESURRECTION (SEASON FINALE)🌇 Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 7:30 PM Sunday, May 17, 2025 | 3:00 PM The Granada Theatre 🎶MAHLER | Symphony No. 2 “Resurrection” 👉GUEST ARTISTS Johanna Will, Soprano Felicia Gavilanes, Mezzo-Soprano Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus A concert experience unlike any other. Nir Kabaretti leads the Santa Barbara Symphony, Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus, and soloists in Mahler’s monumental Symphony No. 2— a journey from darkness to renewal, ultimately culminating in a breathtaking choral finale that explores the universal existential themes of life, death, and transcendence—this is a concert event that will bring the 2025/26 season to a triumphant, roaring close! 🔗For concert details and to reserve your seats, visit: TheSymphony.org or /overview/20387 ATTEND PRE-CONCERT CONVERSATIONS WITH CLASSICAL CALIFORNIA🎵 Enhance your concert experience by attending Conversations with Classical California, hosted by on-air talent Jennifer Miller Hammel. This pre-concert chat includes interviews with performers and insights about the music. Saturday, April 18 | 6:30-7:00 PM Sunday, April 19 | 2:00 – 2:30 PM The Granada Theatre

✨🎻IN THE COMMUNITY: Yesterday, principal bassist Samuel Shuhan and section bassist Ryan Baird brought music and connection to the residents of Valle Verde retirement community. They performed for more than 80 residents and guests (including founding member of the Santa Barbara Symphony Nancy Chase, longtime local bass teacher and mentor to many students from The Symphony’s Youth Ensembles) in a special evening of live music. It was a pleasure to have the opportunity to share music with such a wonderful community.

🎵Maestro Kabaretti continues to share about the immense scale and emotional power of Mahler’s “Resurrection” Symphony—from the massive orchestra and chorus to the unforgettable crescendo that builds toward one of the loudest and most thrilling endings in all of symphonic music. More than a performance, it’s a journey you can truly feel yourself being carried through. Experience it for yourself this weekend at The Symphony’s season finale concert, Mahler’s Resurrection. Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 17, at 3 PM at The Granada Theatre. With guest artists, Johanna Will, soprano, Felicia Gavilanes, mezzo-soprano, and the Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus. 🎟️Get your tickets now at TheSymphony.org 👉 Come early and dive deeper! Join Classical California host Jennifer Miller Hammel for pre-concert conversations, Sat. 6:30-7 PM and Sun. 2-2:30 PM #SBSymphony #Mahler #SymphonyNo2 #NirKabaretti #GranadaTheatre

Remember that scene in the film “Maestro” where Bradley Cooper recreates Leonard Bernstein’s iconic 1973 performance of Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection”? The chills. The goosebumps. The thrill of the music building until it completely takes over. Now imagine experiencing that LIVE. THIS WEEKEND, your Santa Barbara Symphony brings Mahler’s monumental “Resurrection” Symphony to the Granada stage with a large orchestra, a powerful Chorus, and incredible vocalists for a performance that will slowly reach an explosive finale you’ll continue feeling even after the last note. Don’t just watch the moment on screen… BE INSIDE IT! 🎟️ Get your tickets now at TheSymphony.org or in person at the Granada box office. Mahler’s Resurrection Saturday, May 16 at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 17 at 3 PM, at the Granada Theatre. 👉Arrive early and learn about Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 with “Conversations with Classical California” with on-air host Jennifer Miller Hammel. (Pre-concert) Saturday, 6:30-7 PM, and Sunday, 2-2:30 PM. #Mahler #Resurrection #SymphonyNo2 #SBSymphony #SBSymphonyChorus

🎵Maestro Kabaretti continues exploring the story behind Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection,” reflecting on the composer’s timeless questions of meaning, renewal, and what lies beyond. Inspired by nature, humanity, and the world around him, Mahler’s music speaks deeply to the human spirit—ultimately arriving at the Chorus’ quiet yet powerful promise: “Yes, you shall arise.” This weekend, you will hear Mahler’s reflections at The Symphony’s season finale concert, Mahler’s Resurrection. Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 17, at 3 PM at The Granada Theatre. With guest artists, Johanna Will, soprano, Felicia Gavilanes, mezzo-soprano, and the Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus. 🎟️Get your tickets now at TheSymphony.org 👉 Come early and dive deeper! Join Classical California host Jennifer Miller Hammel for pre-concert conversations, Sat. 6:30-7 PM and Sun. 2-2:30 PM #SBSymphony #Mahler #SymphonyNo2 #NirKabaretti #GranadaTheatre

🪈Flute Masterclass with Amy Tatum, Santa Barbara Symphony Principal Flute🎵 🗓️Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 5 PM 📍Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church, 909 N. La Cumbre Rd., Santa Barbara, CA Whether you're a musician or not, come witness an inspiring masterclass with acclaimed flutist Amy Tatum, a sought-after performer whose work spans film, television, and video games—including credits on Avatar: The Way of Water and League of Legends. A principal flute with the Santa Barbara Symphony and a dynamic presence in the Los Angeles music scene, Tatum brings a unique cross-genre perspective to her teaching. Featuring performances by talented young musicians from the Santa Barbara Symphony’s Youth Symphony. 🔗For more: TheSymphony.org/Education #SBSymphony #AmyTatum #FluteMasterclass #SantaBarbara

This will be the concert of the year in Santa Barbara! If you're not familiar with this piece by name, but have seen actor Bradley Cooper's portrayal of Leonard Bernstein in the movie "Maestro", this is THAT piece, Mahler's Symphony #2 (Resurrection). Join us for this monumental live musical experience with our own fantastic @sbsymphony and the Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus, led by incredible Maestro @nirkabaretticonductor at the stunning @granadasb in downtown Santa Barbara. What a way to end the concert season for all music lovers in our community. #classicalmusic #mahler #santabarbara #supportthearts #livemusic #community

🎵Hear Maestro Nir Kabaretti discuss Gustav Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, “Resurrection,” as a powerful journey through life’s biggest question—why we’re here, how we carry through life, and where we go after. He shares that from the very first cry of the orchestra, Mahler dares to ask what it means to be human in the most honest and deeply emotional way. Santa Barbara Symphony (Season Finale): MAHLER’S RESURRECTION ✨Saturday, May 16, at 7:30 PM, and Sunday, May 17, at 3 PM at The Granada Theatre. With guest artists, Johanna Will, soprano, Felicia Gavilanes, mezzo-soprano, and the Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus. 👉 Come early and dive deeper! Join Classical California host Jennifer Miller Hammel for pre-concert conversations, Sat. 6:30-7 PM and Sun. 2-2:30 PM 🔗For more info: /concerts-events/orchestra-concerts/mahlers-resurrection/ 🎟️Get your tickets now at: /overview/20387 #SBSymphony #Mahler #SymphonyNo2 #NirKabaretti #GranadaTheatre

💕From all of us at The Symphony, Happy Mother’s Day to the women who inspire, nurture, encourage, and uplift us every day. 🌷 Thank YOU for the love you share, the sacrifices you make, and the harmony you bring into our lives.

🎼A concert experience unlike any other. Nir Kabaretti leads the Santa Barbara Symphony, Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus, and soloists in Mahler’s monumental Symphony Number Two. The awe-inspiring “Resurrection” Symphony is a must-see concert event that will bring the 2025/26 season to a triumphant, roaring close!💫 Santa Barbara Symphony (Season Finale): Mahler's Resurrection MAHLER’S RESURRECTION 🗓️Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 7:30 PM 🗓️Sunday, May 17, 2026 | 3:00 PM 📍The Granada Theatre 🎼MAHLER | Symphony No. 2 “Resurrection” GUEST ARTISTS Johanna Will, Soprano Felicia Gavilanes, Mezzo-Soprano Santa Barbara Symphony Chorus 🎟️For tickets, see link in bio or click below: 👉More info: /concerts-events/orchestra-concerts/mahlers-resurrection/ 👉Get your tickets now at: /overview/20387 #SantaBarbaraSymphony #GranadaTheatre #MahlerResurrection #SymphonyNo2 #NirKabaretti

🗓️ This May, be moved by unforgettable moments with The Symphony. 🎵From a beautiful flute masterclass with Principal Flute Amy Tatum, to a powerful “Mahler’s Resurrection” season finale concert, and an inspiring performance by young musicians from all three orchestras in The Symphony’s Youth Ensembles. ✍️See what’s coming up, mark your calendar, and get your tickets NOW! 🔗 TheSymphony.org #sbsymphony #seasonfinale #santabarbaramusic #youthensembles #mayevents

🎶 🚐 Still feeling the music and joy from this past weekend’s unforgettable Locals & Legends performance with Santa Barbara Records and The Granada Theatre—thank you for including The Symphony as part of the magic.🌟 🎸 🎻