Held Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
Valentine’s Day
The Palace Theatre, Greensburg
Celebrate Valentine’s weekend with the symphony! Step into the heart of American music with Aaron Copland’s rustic and charming Rodeo followed by Gershwin’s luminous Rhapsody in Blue featuring pianist Janice Carissa. The final work is Randall Thompson’s Symphony No. 2, a sweeping journey through the American spirit. Conducted by Artistic Director Daniel Meyer.
The Program
COPLAND: Rodeo
GERSHWIN: Rhapsody in Blue
Janice Carissa, piano
R. THOMPSON: Symphony No. 2
Meet Janice Carissa
A Gilmore Young Artist and winner of Salon de Virtuosi, Janice Carissa has “the multicolored highlights of a mature pianist” (Philadelphia Inquirer) and “strong, sure hands” (Voice of America) that “convey a vivid story rather than a mere showpiece” (Chicago Classical Review). Her artistry has been showcased at an array of renowned stages, including the Sydney Opera House, Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, the Kennedy Center, Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park, and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center. Read Ms. Carissa’s full bio (Photo Janice Carissa and Artistic Director Daniel Meyer, WSO’s 55th Season Opening Night)
Praise for Janice Carissa’s Performance with the WSO
“Absolutely terrific! The whole concert was amazing but Janice Carissa Piano on the Rachmaninoff was stellar!”
“A most enjoyable evening with highly outstanding talent!”
“Phenomenal pianist. Fabulous concert”
The Iconic Rhapsody in Blue Clarinet Intro
Listen to the Music
Thank You Sponsors
Concert Sponsor
The Maureen Grace Liska Fund
Guest Artist Sponsors
Dr. Frank & Nancy Jacobyansky
Music Sponsor
The Lucy C. Nagle Fund
Michael J. & Aimee Rusinko Kakos
