A Hero’s Life | SCSO.LIVE | April 18, 2026

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Experience the powerful conclusion to the Sioux City Symphony Orchestra’s 110th season with A Hero’s Life. This inspiring finale is a cinematic journey through resilience, courage, and triumph—brought to life through bold orchestral storytelling and virtuosic performance.

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The evening opens with Carlos Simon’s Fate Now Conquers, a gripping work inspired by Beethoven’s reflections on destiny and perseverance. Next, Sioux City native and internationally acclaimed trombonist Jay Evans takes the stage for Martin Kennedy’s Pull Pin and Throw, an electrifying concerto filled with intensity, precision, and expressive power.

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The program culminates in Richard Strauss’s monumental Ein Heldenleben (A Hero’s Life)—a sweeping tone poem that captures the trials, triumphs, and legacy of a hero’s journey. From soaring themes and fierce battles to moments of reflection and peace, this masterpiece delivers a breathtaking and unforgettable musical experience.

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Experience this extraordinary celebration of artistry and the human spirit, live from the Orpheum Theatre.

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