BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Philharmonic Society of Belleville - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Philharmonic Society of Belleville X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Philharmonic Society of Belleville REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250720T160000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250508T010536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250712T141624Z UID:10000578-1753020000-1753027200@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Summer Intergenerational Concert DESCRIPTION:The Belleville Philharmonic proudly presents its Summer Intergenerational Concert\, a celebration of music that unites the community across generations. This inspiring event will be held on July 20 at 2:00 pm at Belleville First Assembly of God\, 900 Fair Oaks Drive\, Belleville\, Illinois 62221\, United States. This year’s concert features a remarkable turnout with close to 100 participants\, highlighting the orchestra’s growing appeal. Notably\, several families are performing together\, including at least one family spanning three generations. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/summer-intergenerational-concert-3/ LOCATION:Belleville First Assembly of God\, 900 Fair Oaks Drive\, Belleville\, IL\, 62221\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Concert Series,Performance,Youth Orchestra ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251011T213000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T000738Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T145151Z UID:10000579-1760211000-1760218200@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:An Evening With Christine Brewer DESCRIPTION:Please join us for the opening concert of the 160th Concert Season of the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra. The orchestra welcomes soprano Christine Brewer to perform on this celebratory program. \n\n\n\nAs a recognition of this anniversary year\, the orchestra will open the season with the rousing Zampa Overture\, by Ferdinand Hérold\, which was played by the orchestra on its very first concert on January 26\, 1867. The orchestra will also perform the symphonic poem\, Die Moldau\, by Bohemian composer Bedrich Smetana. This glorious piece evokes the flow of the Vtlava River (or in German\, the Moldau) from its source in the mountains of the Bohemian Forest through the Czech countryside to the city of Prague. \n\n\n\nThe heart of the program will be a performance of Four Last Songs for soprano and orchestra by Richard Strauss. The settings are for a solo soprano voice\, feature soaring melodies against a full orchestra\, and have prominent horn parts. The combination of a beautiful vocal line with supportive horn accompaniment references Strauss’s own life; his wife Pauline de Ahna was a famous soprano and his father Franz Strauss a professional horn player. \n\n\n\nMs Brewer has made a life’s work of studying and performing these songs\, having performed them all over the globe with many of the world’s finest orchestras. Grammy Award-winning American soprano Christine Brewer’s appearances in opera\, concert and recital are marked by her own unique timbre\, at once warm and brilliant combined with a vibrant personality and emotional honesty reminiscent of the great sopranos of the past. Named one of the top 20 sopranos of all time (BBC Music)\, her range\, golden tone\, boundless power\, and control make her a favorite of the stage and highly sought-after reording artist. \n\n\n\nMs. Brewer sang a concert in Los Angeles honoring and remembering world-renowned cellist Lynn Harrell in 2021. She had performed and recorded with Harrell many times prior to his death in 2020. Their recording session of Somewhere Over the Rainbow with John Williams conducting is a moving arrangement that they recorded in the same studio where Judy Garland recorded that song in 1939. Ms. Brewer will perform this splendid arrangement of Over the Rainbow with the Philharmonic. \n\n\n\nShe has sung around the world in concert halls and opera houses with renowned conductors like Donald Runnicles\, Zubin Mehta\, David Robertson\, Leonard Slatkin\, Kurt Masur and Michael Tilson Thomas. One of her favorite concert hall requests is Richard Strauss’ Four Last Songs\, which she has performed over 100 times in 40 different countries on five continents. She recorded those songs with the Atlanta Symphony and Donald Runnicles conducting. In 2011\, Christine joined Arts and Faith in St. Louis to perform a memorial concert at The Sheldon Concert Hall\, remembering the September 11 attacks and honoring those who lost their lives that day. She has continued working with Arts and Faith as they bring musicians from the St. Louis metro area together to make music together each year. The program has grown over the years and audiences see and hear artists of all faiths performing their music and singing together in harmony. \n\n\n\nMs. Brewer has recently sung the role of Mrs. Grose in Benjamin Britten’s opera “The Turn of the Screw” at the Spoleto Festival 2025 in Charleston\, SC. Upcoming events include singing with the Holiday Brass at Manchester United Methodist Church\, performing with members of the St. Louis Symphony brass members. She will also do a holiday recital with pianist Craig Terry at the Wildey Theatre in Edwardsville in December\, and a concert with pianist Alla Voskoboynikova at the Hettenhausen Theatre at McKendree in February celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the theatre. \n\n\n\nMs. Brewer began a program with the Marissa\, Illinois 6 graders called Opera-tunities and continued the program for nearly 15 years alongside their teacher Nancy Wagner\, conductor David Robertson\, and members of the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. She is also a visiting professor at Webster University. In April 2015\, Christine joined 140 other notable celebrities receiving a bronze star on the St. Louis Walk of Fame. \n\n\n\nChristine’s discography includes over 25 recordings. One of her most recent recordings Divine Redeemer on Naxos\, contains selections with concert organist Paul Jacobs. \n\n\n\nThe Philharmonic is composed of about 60 volunteers\, professional musicians and amateurs\, who meet weekly to provide concerts throughout the year\, including a much-loved fully-stage Nutcracker Ballet with the Belleville School of Ballet. It is proud to be second oldest continuously performing symphony orchestra in the United States. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nHEROLD                 Overture to Zampa  (Performed at the first Philharmonic Concert on January 26\, 1867.)                                                              \n\n\n\nHANDEL                 Let the Bright Seraphim from Samson by Handel                                                     \n\n\n\nH. ARLEN               Somewhere Over the Rainbow                                          \n\n\n\n                                                Christine Brewer\, Soprano                                                 \n\n\n\nSMETANA               The Moldau                                                              \n\n\n\nSTRAUSS                Four Last Songs                                                                               \n\n\n\n                                                Christine Brewer\, Soprano URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/concert-1/ LOCATION:Union United Methodist Church\, 721 E Main St\, Belleville\, Illinois\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert Series,Orchestra,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/542401173_1200222075468435_939255095279479527_n.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20251009T113251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251012T004102Z UID:10000590-1761494400-1761508800@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Symphony of Sips & Savors Pairing Event Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable evening of food\, wine\, and community as Andria’s hosts the Sip & Savor Tasting Event\, a one-of-a-kind culinary and cultural experience in support of the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra — the second-oldest orchestra in the nation and a cherished cornerstone of our region’s history. \n\n\n\nGuests will move through five tasting stations\, each thoughtfully designed to highlight the harmony between exquisite wines and handcrafted small plates: \n\n\n\nAssortment of Sauvignon Blanc \n\n\n\n• Paired with Mushroom Risotto Arancini – crisp citrus notes cut through the richness of creamy\, golden risotto bites. \n\n\n\nAssortment of Red Blend \n\n\n\n• Paired with Steak Meatballs in a Tomato Basil Sauce – a cozy\, robust pairing that balances fruit-forward notes with a classic Italian comfort dish. \n\n\n\nAssortment of Zinfandel \n\n\n\n• Paired with Mini BBQ Ribs – smoky\, sweet\, and spiced ribs find their perfect match in Zinfandel’s jammy fruit and peppery finish. \n\n\n\nRatti Ochetti & Ripassa \n\n\n\n• Paired with Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse – the elegance of Nebbiolo and richness of Ripasso meet in decadent harmony with velvety chocolate and nutty hazelnut. \n\n\n\nAssortment of Chardonnay \n\n\n\n• Paired with Caprese Salad Skewers – fresh mozzarella\, tomato\, and basil drizzled with vinaigrette highlight the Chardonnay’s creamy texture and orchard fruit. \n\n\n\nSupporting the Arts \n\n\n\nThis evening is more than an indulgence in fine food and wine — it is a celebration of music\, culture\, and community. Fifty percent of the evening’s proceeds directly benefit the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra\, helping sustain its mission to enrich lives through music as it has for over 150 years. \n\n\n\nEvent Details \n\n\n\nTickets: $60 per person 50% of proceeds benefit the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra. Tickets availible through Andrias Website \n\n\n\n\nBuy Tickets @ Andrias\n\n\n\n\nSunday\, October 26 @ 4 – 8 pm\n\n\n\n@Andria’s Steakhouse \n\n\n\n6805 Old collinsville rd. o’fallon\, IL \n\n\n\n62269  United States URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/symphony-of-sips-savors-pairing-event-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Andria’s Steakhouse\, 6805 Old Collinsville Rd\, O'Fallon\, Illinois\, 62269\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Symphony-Of-Sips-Cover.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T011344Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T162630Z UID:10000580-1763820000-1763829000@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Nutcracker Ballet Saturday Matinee DESCRIPTION:Come Celebrate a Belleville tradition that highlights the partnership of the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Belleville School of Ballet. The Nutcracker Ballet performed in its entirety. Dancers from the Belleville School of Ballet are accompanied by the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra in this Tchaikovsky classic suite. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/nutcracker-ballet-saturday-matinee/ LOCATION:Love Church\, 1549 Frank Scott Pkwy W\, Belleville\, Illinois\, 62223\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert Series,Orchestra,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/545072106_1203233681833941_5608518984271797473_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251122T220000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T020134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T162705Z UID:10000583-1763839800-1763848800@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Nutcracker Ballet Saturday Performance DESCRIPTION:Come Celebrate a Belleville tradition that highlights the partnership of the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Belleville School of Ballet. The Nutcracker Ballet performed in its entirety. Dancers from the Belleville School of Ballet are accompanied by the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra in this Tchaikovsky classic suite. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/nutcracker-ballet-saturday-performance-2/ LOCATION:Love Church\, 1549 Frank Scott Pkwy W\, Belleville\, Illinois\, 62223\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert Series,Orchestra,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/545072106_1203233681833941_5608518984271797473_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T163000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T020132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T162739Z UID:10000584-1763906400-1763915400@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Nutcracker Ballet Sunday Matinee DESCRIPTION:Come Celebrate a Belleville tradition that highlights the partnership of the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra and the Belleville School of Ballet. The Nutcracker Ballet performed in its entirety. Dancers from the Belleville School of Ballet are accompanied by the Belleville Philharmonic Orchestra in this Tchaikovsky classic suite. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/nutcracker-ballet-sunday-matinee-2/ LOCATION:Love Church\, 1549 Frank Scott Pkwy W\, Belleville\, Illinois\, 62223\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert Series,Orchestra,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/545072106_1203233681833941_5608518984271797473_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251206T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20251122T172158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T172254Z UID:10000591-1765029600-1765033200@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Youth Orchestra Holiday Concert DESCRIPTION:Come out to support our Youth Orchestra in the first concert of their season. Hear holiday classics and favorites at this performance. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/youth-orchestra-holiday-concert/ LOCATION:Belleville First Assembly of God\, 900 Fair Oaks Drive\, Belleville\, IL\, 62221\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251207T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T020130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T172618Z UID:10000585-1765116000-1765119600@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Christmas Wonders DESCRIPTION:Richard Thompson\, conductor \n\n\n\nExperience the magic of the holiday season with “Christmas Wonders\,” a captivating concert by the Belleville Philharmonic Chorale\, conducted by Richard Thompson. This enchanting event will take place at the magnificent Cathedral of St Peter in Belleville\, providing the perfect backdrop for an evening of sacred and festive choral works. \n\n\n\nJoin us as the Chorale fills the cathedral with the harmonious sounds of the season\, celebrating the spirit of Christmas through a diverse repertoire of traditional and contemporary pieces. Whether you’re a long-time fan of choral music or discover it for the first time\, “Christmas Wonders” promises to be an unforgettable experience that will leave you filled with joy and wonder. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/christmas-wonders-2/ LOCATION:Cathedral of Saint Peter\, 200 W Harrison St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Chorale,Concert Series,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/wondersweb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251214T143000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T020128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T011413Z UID:10000586-1765715400-1765722600@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Holiday Pops DESCRIPTION:Get ready to experience the magic of the season at the Holiday Pops Concert! Join the Belleville Philharmonic as they present a festive concert conducted by the talented Joseph Choi. This delightful event will feature a mix of traditional and pop Christmas hits that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit.Before the main concert\, enjoy a special theatre organ preshow by the St. Louis Theatre Organ Society. This unique performance will take place at the historic Lincoln Theatre in Belleville\, adding an extra touch of charm to your evening. Thanks to a generous donation this event is free\, however due to demand tickets are required. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/holiday-pops/ LOCATION:Lincoln Theater\, 103 E Main St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert Series,Orchestra,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/holidaypopsweb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T020126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T002639Z UID:10000587-1772911800-1772917200@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Stars of Tomorrow DESCRIPTION:Stars of Tomorrow\, Philharmonic Orchestra \n\n\n\nJoseph Choi\, conductor \n\n\n\nFeaturing winners of the Stars of Tomorrow Competition. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nVenue is handicap accessible. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/stars-of-tomorrow/ LOCATION:Saint Matthew Church\, 1200 Moreland Dr.\, Belleville\, IL\, 62223\, United States CATEGORIES:Competition,Orchestra,Performance,Youth Orchestra ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/642823095_1347364714087503_1623314136301496230_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20260303T045551Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T045552Z UID:10000592-1773597600-1773601200@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:George N. Tuerck Memorial Concert DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the life of the youth orchestra founder\, George N. Tuerck. The concert will feature three concerto winners of the competition named in Mr. Tuerck’s honor. \n\n\n\nConcerto in C Minor “Il Sospetto” \n\n\n\n1st Movement Allegro Antonio Vivaldi \n\n\n\nfeaturing Jonas Wittlich\, violin soloist \n\n\n\nTrumpet Concerto in E flat \n\n\n\n1st Movement Allegro con spirito Johhan Nepomuk Hummel \n\n\n\nfeaturing Aaron Eisenhauer\, trumpet soloist \n\n\n\nConcerto No. 1 for Violin and Orchestra \n\n\n\n1st Movement Allegro Moderato Max Bruch \n\n\n\nfeaturing Abby Leatherman\, violin soloist URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/george-n-tuerck-memorial-concert-2/ LOCATION:Belleville First Assembly of God\, 900 Fair Oaks Drive\, Belleville\, Illinois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T021808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T012546Z UID:10000588-1776607200-1776610800@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:From Sea To Shining Sea DESCRIPTION:Philharmonic Chorale Richard Thompson\, conductor \n\n\n\nSongs of America and patriotism for chorus \n\n\n\nVenue is handicap accessible. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/americana-and-patriotic-music/ LOCATION:Cathedral of Saint Peter\, 200 W Harrison St\, Belleville\, IL\, 62220\, United States CATEGORIES:Chorale,Concert Series,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SeatoSea-WEb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260509T210000 DTSTAMP:20260403T144637 CREATED:20250708T022142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T012517Z UID:10000589-1778355000-1778360400@bellevillephilharmonic.org SUMMARY:Tchaikovsky Fireworks DESCRIPTION:Joseph Choi\, conductor \n\n\n\nMENDELSSOHN St. Paul Overture                             \n\n\n\n HAYDN               The Heavens are Telling from Creation  (Performed at the first Philharmonic Concert on January 26\, 1867) \n\n\n\nMENDELSSOHN  He Watching Over Israel from Elijah \n\n\n\nThanks be to God from Elijah \n\n\n\nTCHAIKOVSKY    Symphony No. 5 \n\n\n\nVenue is handicap accessible. URL:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/event/season-closer/ LOCATION:St. Paul United Church of Christ\, 115 W B St\, Belleville\, Illinois\, 62220\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://bellevillephilharmonic.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/TchaikWeb.png ORGANIZER;CN="Philharmonic Society of Belleville":MAILTO:info@bellevillephilharmonic.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR