Music Inspired by Literary Giants
Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville | 10th Anniversary Season
Step into a world where great stories meet great music
The Civic Orchestra of Jacksonville invites you to Music Inspired by Literary Giants, an imaginative concert celebrating beloved tales brought to life through sweeping orchestral sound. From timeless poetry and classic literature to epic adventures and Broadway favorites, this program is perfect for music lovers of all ages.
Program Highlights Include:
• Gustav Holst – Walt Whitman Overture
• Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture
• Alan Menken – Selections from Aladdin
• Claude-Michel Schönberg – Selections from Les Misérables
• Howard Shore – The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring Symphonic Suite
Two chances to experience the story:
Saturday, March 7, 2026 | 4:00–5:00 p.m.
Jacksonville Main Public Library (Downtown)
303 N. Laura St., Jacksonville, FL 32202
Sponsored by Hancock Whitney
Sunday, March 8, 2026
Jacksonville Jewish Center
3662 Crown Point Rd., Jacksonville, FL 32257
Sponsored by the Shorstein Family Foundation
Whether you’re a lifelong book lover, a movie fan, or introducing young listeners to live orchestral music for the first time, this concert promises drama, romance, adventure, and unforgettable melodies. Seats fill quickly, so grab your free tickets early and join us for a musical journey through the pages of great literature
Website: https://go.evvnt.com/3453016-2?pid=11710
Time: 16:00 – 17:00