Arsht Center Announces Star-Studded 2025–26 Classical Music Series
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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County has announced its 2025–26 Classical Music Series, featuring four exceptional performances at the acoustically acclaimed Knight Concert Hall. South Florida audiences will enjoy unforgettable evenings with some of the most celebrated names and ensembles in the classical world.
Season Highlights
Philadelphia Orchestra makes its Arsht Center debut under Yannick Nézet-Séguin, performing Brahms’ Symphonies No. 2 and No. 4.
The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Vasily Petrenko, joins forces with star violinist Ray Chen for a program featuring Nielsen, Tchaikovsky, and Sibelius.
Beloved tenor Juan Diego Flórez returns for a recital of operatic classics and Spanish songs.
Joshua Bell leads the Academy of St Martin in the Fields as both soloist and conductor in works by Saint-Saëns and Schumann.
Concert Dates and Programs
January 18, 2026 – Royal Philharmonic OrchestraNielsen’s Helios Overture, Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto (Ray Chen), Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2
February 15, 2026 – Juan Diego Flórez in RecitalA dynamic program of opera arias and Spanish-language favorites by the world-renowned tenor.
February 19, 2026 – Philadelphia OrchestraBrahms’ Symphonies No. 2 and No. 4, led by Yannick Nézet-Séguin in his Arsht Center debut.
March 14, 2026 – Academy of St Martin in the Fields with Joshua BellSaint-Saëns’ Violin Concerto No. 3, Schumann’s Symphony No. 1 “Spring”
Enhancing the Experience
Each performance includes free Classical Conversations, pre-concert talks hosted by local music experts at the Peacock Education Center inside Knight Concert Hall.
The 2025–26 series will continue to prioritize accessibility with assistive listening devices, accessible seating, and inclusive services like sign language interpretation and audio description at select shows.
Subscription Details
Four-show subscriptions are on sale now:
Early bird pricing (through May 2): $134–$584
Standard pricing (starting May 3): $154–$624
Visit ArshtCenter.org or call 305.949.6722 to subscribe or renew. The deadline for subscription renewals is May 30. Tickets for individual concerts will be released later.
Series Support
This series is presented with major support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, along with Steinway & Sons, Caring Friends Foundation (Bank of America, N.A., Co-Trustee), Funding Arts Network, and media sponsor WLRN.
For the full schedule, artist details, and latest updates, visit arshtcenter.org.