Philip Glass

2026 WORLD

Philip Glass Ensemble On Tour

PHILIP GLASS ENSEMBLE TOUR DATES

Upcoming tour dates for the Philip Glass Ensemble.

JUL 2026

2026-2027

SYMPHONY NO. 15 PERFORMANCES

Philip Glass' Symphony No. 15 receives world premiere performances in Massachusetts, New York City, and more. Click the arrow for a full list of upcoming performances.

JUL 2026 US

July 10-11, 2026 · Symphony No. 1

ORCHESTRA OF ST. LUKE'S PERFORMS SYMPHONY NO. 1

Orchestra of St. Luke's performs Philip Glass’ Symphony No. 1 "Low" led by Joe Hisaishi, Carnegie Hall, New York City.

AUG 2026 USA

August 12, 2026 · Violin Concerto No. 1

GRANT PARK MUSIC FESTIVAL PRESENTS VIOLIN CONCERTO NO. 1

The Grant Park Orchestra performs Glass' Violin Concerto No. 1, led by conductor Giancarlo Guerrero and soloist Anne Akiko Meyers.

SEP-OCT 2026 NL

September 26-October 31, 2026 · Waiting for the Barbarians

NEW PRODUCTION OF WAITING FOR THE BARBARIANS

Nederlandse Reisopera presents Philip Glass’s opera Waiting for the Barbarians in a new production from Club Guy and Roni.

JAN 2027 USA

January 31, 2027 · Philip Glass 90th Birthday

CARNEGIE HALL PRESENTS PHILIP GLASS: THE 90TH BIRTHDAY CONCERT

Carnegie Hall honors Philip Glass on his 90th birthday with Orchestra of St. Luke’s performing the New York premiere of Glass’s Symphony No. 15, “Lincoln,” featuring baritone Zachary James, and Violin Concerto No. 1 performed by solist Robert McDuffie. Conducted by Dennis Russell Davies.

JAN 2027 UK

January 31, 2027 · Philip Glass 90th Birthday, London

SOUTHBANK CENTRE PRESENTS PHILIP GLASS AT 90 FESTIVAL

The Southbank Centre presents a two-day Philip Glass at 90 festival, featuring Music in 12 Parts performed by Riot Ensemble, string quartets performed by Brooklyn Rider and Manchester Collective, the UK Premiere of Symphony No. 15, and more to be announced.

MAR 2027 USA

March 12-13, 2027 · LA Philharmonic Minimalist Icons

LOS ANGELES PHILHARMONIC PRESENTS ALL GLASS CONCERT FEATURING SYMPHONY NO. 15

Marking the 90th birthdays of Philip Glass and Steve Reich and John Adams’ 80th, the LA Phil presents the series "Minimalist Icons" featuring an all Glass program including the LA Premiere of Glass' Symphony No. 15; Violin Concerto No. 1, and Mad Rush.

JUN 2027 UK

June 2027 · Einstein on the Beach

NEW PRODUCTION OF EINSTEIN ON THE BEACH CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY

A new experiential production presented with Factory International, Improbable and Park Avenue Armory New YorK, directed by Improbable’s Phelim McDermott and premiering at Aviva Studios, celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the premiere of Einstein on the Beach in 1976, and Philip Glass' 90th Birthday. Performance Dates and more information to be announced.

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		1 event 1 1 event, 1 2026-07-01 Rockport, MA (Echorus) Rockport, MA (Echorus) July 1 Rockport, MA (Echorus) July 1, 2026Rockport Chamber Music FestivalDelirium Musicum Tickets: $72, $66, $50 (Fees may apply) Delirium Musicum is a thrilling chamber orchestra acclaimed for its bold programming, period-inspired performance, and electrifying, genre-crossing spirit. With members from nine countries, the ensemble swept all five categories in the 2025 San Francisco Classical Voice Audience Choice Awards, earning recognition as one of today’s most... READ MORE	3 events 2 3 events, 2 2026-07-02 Newport, RI (Echorus) Newport, RI (Echorus) July 2 Newport, RI (Echorus) July 2, 2026Ring in the 57th Newport Classical Music Festival with a performance by fiery, self-conducted chamber orchestra Delirium Musicum as we return to The Breakers for Opening Night. Described as “ferocious and rhythmically mesmerizing” by the San Francisco Classical Voice, the ensemble is known for challenging expectations and redefining classical music as a red-hot concert experience. In a program... READ MORE 2026-07-02 Würzburg, Germany (Chorus, Songs from Liquid Days) Würzburg, Germany (Chorus, Songs from Liquid Days) July 2 Würzburg, Germany (Chorus, Songs from Liquid Days) 2nd July 2026EchorusSongs from Liquid Days:Liquid Days (Part One)PERFORMERSChor des Mainfranken Theaters Würzburg; Philharmonisches Orchester Würzburg; Tanzcompagnie des Mainfranken Theaters WürzburgLOCATIONMainfranken Theater, Würzburg, Germany 2026-07-02 Mannheim, Germany (Company, The Hours) Mannheim, Germany (Company, The Hours) July 2 Mannheim, Germany (Company, The Hours) 2nd July 2026CompanyThe Hours: A Suite in Three MovementsPERFORMERSNationaltheater MannheimLOCATIONNationaltheater, Mannheim, Germany	1 event 3 1 event, 3 2026-07-03 Stellenbosch, South Africa (Violin Concerto No.2 “The American Four Seasons”) Stellenbosch, South Africa (Violin Concerto No.2 “The American Four Seasons”) July 3 Stellenbosch, South Africa (Violin Concerto No.2 “The American Four Seasons”) https://www.webtickets.co.za/v2/event.aspx?itemid=1594623695SICMF Faculty Concert 1 Friday 3 July 2026 20:00 03 Jul 2026 20:00×Philip Glass Violin Concerto No. 2 “The American Four Seasons”Daniel Rowland (solo violin)IntervalMaurice Ravel La Valse for String Nonet arr. Tim MullemanPaul Dukas The Sorcerer’s ApprenticeThe opening concert of SICMF will be a razzmatazz affair with dancers and fashion featuring violinists Miclen LaiPang Miriam Helms, Suzanne Martens and... READ MORE	0 events 4 0 events, 4	1 event 5 1 event, 5 2026-07-05 Lenox, MA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln”) Lenox, MA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln”) July 5 Lenox, MA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln”) July 5, 2026Philip Glass Symphony No. 15, LincolnWith John Williams Suite from Lincoln and Copland Lincoln Portrait Koussevitzky Music Shed, Lenox/Stockbridge, MA Explore:OverviewArtistsVenueSponsorsBoston Symphony Orchestra Karen Kamensek, conductor Zachary James, baritone (GLASS) Find out more: https://www.bso.org/events/july-5-boston-symphony-orch?performance=2026-07-05-14%3A30
0 events 6 0 events, 6	0 events 7 0 events, 7	0 events 8 0 events, 8	1 event 9 1 event, 9 2026-07-09 New York, NY (North Star Screening) New York, NY (North Star Screening) July 9 New York, NY (North Star Screening) https://brooklynrail.org/event/2026/07/09/in-person-screening-north-star-mark-di-suvero-1977/IN-PERSON / Screening of North Star: Mark di Suvero (1977)Thursday, July 9, 20266:00-7:30pm at Paula Cooper Gallery, 534 W 21st St, New York, NY 10011REGISTEROn the occasion of Mark di Suvero: Avanti!, Paula Cooper Gallery and the Brooklyn Rail will present a screening of the 1977 documentary North Star: Mark di Suvero, produced by François de Menil and Barbara Rose... READ MORE	2 events 10 2 events, 10 2026-07-10 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) July 10 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2026/07/10/Joe-Hisaishi-in-Concert-0800PMJoe Hisaishi in ConcertFriday, July 10, 2026 8 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman StageRenowned composer Joe Hisaishi returns to Carnegie Hall, leading the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. The program opens with Philip Glass’s Symphony No. 1, “Low,” inspired by David Bowie’s groundbreaking album. In the second half, Hisaishi conducts his major new work, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall, in its New... READ MORE 2026-07-10 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) July 10 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2026/07/10/Joe-Hisaishi-in-Concert-0800PM Joe Hisaishi in Concert Friday, July 10 and 11, 2026 8 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage Renowned composer Joe Hisaishi returns to Carnegie Hall, leading the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. The program opens with Philip Glass’s Symphony No. 1, “Low,” inspired by David Bowie’s groundbreaking album. In the second half, Hisaishi conducts his major new work, co-commissioned by... READ MORE	1 event 11 1 event, 11 2026-07-11 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) July 11 New York, NY (Symphony No.1 “Low”) https://www.carnegiehall.org/Calendar/2026/07/10/Joe-Hisaishi-in-Concert-0800PMJoe Hisaishi in ConcertFriday, July 10 and 11, 2026 8 PM Stern Auditorium / Perelman StageRenowned composer Joe Hisaishi returns to Carnegie Hall, leading the Orchestra of St. Luke’s. The program opens with Philip Glass’s Symphony No. 1, “Low,” inspired by David Bowie’s groundbreaking album. In the second half, Hisaishi conducts his major new work, co-commissioned by Carnegie Hall, in... READ MORE	2 events 12 2 events, 12 2026-07-12 Pärnu, Estonia (Double Concerto for Violin & Cello) Pärnu, Estonia (Double Concerto for Violin & Cello) July 12 Pärnu, Estonia (Double Concerto for Violin & Cello) July 12, 2026Paavo JärviKristine Balanas (violin)Margarita Balanas (cello)Estonian Festival OrchestraLiisa Hõbepappel (1994) – PremierePhilip Glass (1937) – Double Concerto for Violin and CelloCarl Nielsen (1865–1931) – Symphony No. 3 Op. 27 Sinfonia espansivaFind out more: https://efo.ee/coming-up/ 2026-07-12 Denver, CO (“Some Are” from Low Symphony) Denver, CO (“Some Are” from Low Symphony) July 12 Denver, CO (“Some Are” from Low Symphony) https://tickets.coloradosymphony.org/7898Colorado SymphonyPeter Oundjian, conductorProgramJ. STRAUSS JR. Unter Donner and Blitz, Op. 324KELLY-MARIE MURPHY Curiosity, Genius and the search for Petula ClarkELGAR Cello Concerto, in E minor, Op. 85 III. AdagioARLEN “Over the Rainbow”JOHN WILLIAMS “Flying Theme” from E.T the Extra‑Terrestrial- INTERMISSION -ARTURO MARQUEZ Danzon No. 2PROKOFIEV Peter & the Wolf, Op. 67 Moderato – Poco piu mosso – Sostenuto Poco... READ MORE
0 events 13 0 events, 13	0 events 14 0 events, 14	0 events 15 0 events, 15	1 event 16 1 event, 16 2026-07-16 Newport, RI (Etude NO.17) Newport, RI (Etude NO.17) July 16 Newport, RI (Etude NO.17) July 16, 2026After an energetic and imaginative Children’s Concert in 2024, WindSync returns to Newport! Praised for playing “many idioms authoritatively, elegantly, with adroit technique, and with great fun” (All About the Arts), WindSync brings a playful approach to the wind quintet repertoire, weaving together classical favorites, contemporary works, and folk-inspired pieces into a vivid musical journey. Set in the... READ MORE	1 event 17 1 event, 17 2026-07-17 München-Sendling, Germany (Violin Concerto No.1) München-Sendling, Germany (Violin Concerto No.1) July 17 München-Sendling, Germany (Violin Concerto No.1) https://www.gasteig.de/en/events/all-american-spirit/The Patentorchester München and the oTunes Big Band provide an envening of swing and jazz with North and South American tunes. The soloist is Elias David Moncado. ProgrammeWorks by Wynton Marsalis, Arturo Márquez, Chick Corea, Paul Desenne and Chuck Mangione.The evening’s highlight will be a performance of Philip Glass’s Violin Concerto featuring rising star Elias David Moncado, who is currently... READ MORE	1 event 18 1 event, 18 2026-07-18 Bamberger, Germany (Mad Rush) Bamberger, Germany (Mad Rush) July 18 Bamberger, Germany (Mad Rush) https://bamberger-dommusik.de/gottesdienste-konzerte/index.html/samstagskonzert-im-bamberger-kaiserdom/ec5b25d5-6be2-4b05-9ab5-b52bfa713d9e?mode=detailMark Steinbach, organ	0 events 19 0 events, 19
0 events 20 0 events, 20	0 events 21 0 events, 21	1 event 22 1 event, 22 2026-07-22 Lenox, MA (The Complete Piano Etudes) Lenox, MA (The Complete Piano Etudes) July 22 Lenox, MA (The Complete Piano Etudes) July 22, 2026Philip GLASS' Complete Etudes for Piano In a uniquely designed program, five prominent pianists perform Philip GLASS' Complete Etudes for Piano. Timo Andres, piano Bruce Brubaker, piano Daniela Liebman, piano Lisa Moore, piano Christian Sands, pianoFind out more: https://www.bso.org/events/philip-glass-recital?performance=2026-07-22-20%3A00	0 events 23 0 events, 23	0 events 24 0 events, 24	3 events 25 3 events, 25 2026-07-25 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 25 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 25,2026An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom with... READ MORE 2026-07-25 Santa Cruz, CA (Echorus) Santa Cruz, CA (Echorus) July 25 Santa Cruz, CA (Echorus) 25th July 2026Philip GlassEchorusSOLOISTSMatt Albert Jory LanePERFORMERSCabrillo Music FestivalLOCATIONSanta Cruz Civic Auditorium, Santa Cruz, CA, United States of America 2026-07-25 Passau-Altstadt, Germany (Company, Symphony No.3) Passau-Altstadt, Germany (Company, Symphony No.3) July 25 Passau-Altstadt, Germany (Company, Symphony No.3) http://www.smetana-phil.com/concert.html#201925th July 2026Philip Glass CompanySymphony No. 3Wilhelm StenhammarSentimental Romance in A MinorSentimental Romance in F MinorPERFORMERSSmetana Philharmonie PragCONDUCTORHans RichterLOCATIONStudienkirche, Passau, Germany	0 events 26 0 events, 26
2 events 27 2 events, 27 2026-07-27 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 27 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) https://www.improbable.co.uk/current-projects/tao-of-glass An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom with ten... READ MORE 2026-07-27 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 27 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 27, 2026 An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom... READ MORE	1 event 28 1 event, 28 2026-07-28 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 28 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 28, 2026 An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom... READ MORE	1 event 29 1 event, 29 2026-07-29 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 29 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 29, 2026 An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom... READ MORE	0 events 30 0 events, 30	4 events 31 4 events, 31 2026-07-31 Augsburg, Germany (La Belle et La Bête) Augsburg, Germany (La Belle et La Bête) July 31 Augsburg, Germany (La Belle et La Bête) May 1-July 31, 2026Philip GlassLa Belle et la BêteCREATIVESusanne Lietzow, stage direction; Aurel Lenfert, stage design; Jasna Bošnjak, costumesPERFORMERSStaatstheater NürnbergCONDUCTORDomonokos Héja 2026-07-31 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 31 London, UK (The Tao of Glass) July 31, 2026 An exploration of life, loss and a single question: Where does true inspiration come from?Composer Philip Glass and performer-director Phelim McDermott have worked together on acclaimed opera productions in London, New York and beyond, and Tao of Glass is their most personal collaboration yet. Inspired by a dream, this London premiere marries ten meditations on life, death and Taoist wisdom... READ MORE 2026-07-31 Santa Cruz, CA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln” WEST COAST PREMIERE) Santa Cruz, CA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln” WEST COAST PREMIERE) July 31 Santa Cruz, CA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln” WEST COAST PREMIERE) July 31, 2026WHEREAll events will be held at the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium at 307 Church Street in Downtown Santa Cruz. SCHEDULE Friday, July 31, 8pm—ON FREEDOM (Opening Night) Vivian Fung—Festival Commission (World Premiere) Philip Glass—Symphony No. 15 Lincoln (West Coast Premiere), featuring baritone Zachary James Pedro Emanuel Pereira—Clarinet Concerto (Festival Commission \| World Premiere), featuring clarinetist Carlos FerreiraFind out... READ MORE 2026-07-31 La Roque-d’Anthéron, France (The Complete Piano Etudes) La Roque-d’Anthéron, France (The Complete Piano Etudes) July 31 La Roque-d’Anthéron, France (The Complete Piano Etudes) https://www.festival-piano.com/fpr_spectacle/30-07-26-21h-parc-vanessa-wagner/Vanessa Wagner pianoIntégrale des Études de GlassVendredi 31 Juillet à 21h00La Roque d'Anthéron - Parc de Florans La Roque d'Anthéron

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July 1

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Lenox, MA (Symphony No.15 “Lincoln”)

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July 9

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Lenox, MA (The Complete Piano Etudes)

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July 25

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